He was talking to those who already were in college...not to high school kids.
In any case, his words are in black and white. They fit his history of disdain for the military.
The democrats are probably all wishing he'd keep his mouth shut.
College kids need to hear this too. Study hard, because college isn't a four-year party with a $20k/yr. cover charge.
In any case, his words are in black and white. They fit his history of disdain for the military.
Certainly his words were not spoken in a vacuum - and this includes his anti-war protester testimony in the 1970's. Even recognizing this, however, does not change the fact that service in Iraq may be honorable, but if you don't work hard in school, it will pretty much be your only option other than Mc-Walmart jobs.
If Kerry had said "study hard, or Walmart will be your only career prospect," we'd probably agree he was right. This holds true with the military too. It's an honorable career path, but a tough one - just as working at Walmart is an honest living, but a tough way to make a living. A kid should have options.