Bush survived numerous flights in the "lead sled." The aircraft he flew had a great reputation as a fighter-interceptor, but, like Babe Ruth, it struck out a lot. I spent 20 months in Vietnam and fought in the battles of Hue, Khe Sanh and Con Thien, that was my choice. The "lead sled" was the choice of Mr. Bush. Lots of people made lots of legal choices. I doubt anything new will come out of a lot of breast-beating, back-slapping, bitching, or pissing and moaning about who did or didn't do what in Vietnam.
I logged my thirty thousandth command hour during the past twelve months -- of a thirty-three thousand + hrs TT -- and, while neither slavish in my praise nor unaware of his Human falibilities -- and due humility toward them -- have only the highest admiration for our President.
And for his honorable Texas Air National Guard Service.
President Bush has walked -- and still walks -- the walk and, although content in his anonomity, is entitled to talk the talk!
And, come debate time, quite likely will do just that!
BUMPping