[kabar]

The point of full disclosure of Kerry's medical records is that Kerry initiated a request to curtail his tour in Vietnam based on his three wounds, which won him Purple Hearts. It appears that Kerry used the letter of the administrative regulation rather than the intent to leave his "band of brothers" behind. In addition to his medical records, Kerry should release his entire service record.

[torchthemummy]

"Sen. Cleland, who lost three limbs in Vietnam but never received a Purple Heart, said Kerry's physical sacrifice had been just as great as his own, telling Malzberg, "I don't see any difference.""

I never thought about it or noticed that Cleland is never touted as "highly decorated" therefore never received a purple heart since his wounds were self-inflicted because he relaxed at the wrong time.

[stop_fascism]

Since he's been running primarily on his service in VN, he cetainly should release his entire records.

[hawkaw]

The point of full disclosure of Kerry's medical records is that Kerry initiated a request to curtail his tour in Vietnam based on his three wounds, which won him Purple Hearts. It appears that Kerry used the letter of the administrative regulation rather than the intent to leave his "band of brothers" behind. In addition to his medical records, Kerry should release his entire service record.

Thanks for this statement. I now clearly understand why this is a big deal.

hawk