[olderwiser]

Entering the National Guard made it less likely George Bush would be called to Vietnam than had he been drafted. But it certainly didn’t eliminate the possibility of his unit being called up.

And it’s a fact his flying had more statistical risk of death than some forms of military service in Vietnam.

“Draft Dodger” is a term better reserved for those who skipped out, burned their draft cards, or did something illegal to avoid service in time of war.

President Bush’s record of service doesn’t fit any of those categories.

[ketsu]

Entering the National Guard made it less likely George Bush would be called to Vietnam than had he been drafted. But it certainly didn’t eliminate the possibility of his unit being called up. And it’s a fact his flying had more statistical risk of death than some forms of military service in Vietnam. “Draft Dodger” is a term better reserved for those who skipped out, burned their draft cards, or did something illegal to avoid service in time of war. President Bush’s record of service doesn’t fit any of those categories.

A valid point. But that means that Rudy is in the clear too doesn't it?

[papasmurf]

After I had gotten drafted, I was sent to Ft. Lee, Va. for AIT. There I was billeted with many NG's.

A common theme among these guys was...I AM protesting the war. But I believe in serving my Country, so I'm doing it in the Guard. If they call us up, so be it, it was meant to be.

I never looked down on them, in fact, I gained respect for them.

After all, Canada wasn't all that far.

:O)

P Run, FRED, run!