[Gumlegs]

I think you misinterpret SMEDLEYBUTLER's words. The Marines have always stood apart. It is well that they do. I speak as a former naval officer who saw up close and personal what a different breed of cat they are.

The people in this country who need to grow up are the ones who think we can have Congress mandate handicapped access battlefields or that calling the nearest female a "naval aviator" makes her one.

And if SMEDLEYBUTLER will accept the salute from a cousin ... Semper Fi.

[Illbay]

The Marines have always stood apart. It is well that they do.

I think you misunderstood MY statement. At this point, this is about as apropos as arguing who's going to win the Army-Navy game.

It ain't about the winner of the p*ssing contest these days. The only contest is with the enemy.