[xzins]

Worse, the controversy over CBS' story has overshadowed valid Department of Defense documents obtained by the Boston Globe and Associated Press last week showing President Bush failed to meet his service requirements in the Guard and wasn't punished. Such disclosures only confirm longstanding rumors about Bush that many voters have already heard and considered.

There were no documents released showing that the Pres. failed to complete his duty.

That is a crock and this article is a subtle vehicle designed to agree that Rather is wrong, but plant pure misinformation at the same time.

The Globe's document was proven wrong. Pres. Bush had no obligation to serve in Boston when at Harvard. He had been given a discharge.

And you can bet that if the Pentagon had released papers showing the Pres. had not fulfilled his obligation, that Dan Rather wouldn't HAVE NEEDED forged documents.

The Pentagon released a paper called an Honorable Discharge. THAT is proof that no matter what anyone else says, someone looked at the record long ago and decided the obligation had been fulfilled.

[Cincinatus' Wife]

Big "scandal?" The accusation is laughable! - Dad's note adds to Guard flap - Ex-president expressed pride in son's attitude

Dubya's military service? Complete and honorable! - The Facts about Bush and the National Guard - The Democratic charges fall apart.

[Pox]

I agree. I noticed the same blatant false allegation and I actually sent my local fish-wrap an email calling them on it.

However, I of course expect not to hear back from them and I'm positive it will not be corrected.