Same here... monitor got a little blurry...
But I read the rest of the story. He is one of those who isn’t sure about the war (from N.Y.)... but at least he went, and had a very positive effect. I teach elementary school here in Japan (for about 8 years now)..and the emotional effect of the kids is immense. I am glad that he was able to pull off a positive life changing event for that young girl. I hope that she will be able to fulfill her dream of becoming a doctor.. and I think that her life situation will make her realize the importance of good care. :)
It's media spin. I heard about this last week. Notice the media mentions his "not being sure about the war" a couple of times.
They build it all around this quote: "Sometimes I couldn't figure out what made sense about being here. Are we making a difference or are we not?" he said. "But I looked at her, right there, and it all made sense."
I believe what he is doing is merely expressing some of the frustration anybody gets in Iraq from time to time. The most patriotic and committed Americans feel this way on occasion in Iraq. Sometimes, it just doesn't make sense. When surrounded by that 24/7 for an extended period of time, it's going to get to you now and then.
This is a beautiful story and one of so many that are never reported.
I'm glad this one made it to the light of day.