I truly believe that most of our men and women in the military are proud of what they are doing and have no problem whatsoever with what they are being asked to do. However, I also believe that the few of those that do have reservations are being spotlighted by the media. I mean, what better way for the media to take stabs at W than to point out that some of those he is asking to deploy would rather stay home than go fulfill their duty and defend their country and its interests.
I have NO sympathy for 99.9% of the people this article refers to. I understand there will be an occasional exception, but the rule is if you are called up, then you go.
Again... if you are called up, then you go.
I despise anyone who lacks the intestinal fortitude, character, or conviction to serve his country when asked.
I love the United States. I have lived many places, and been to many others, and this is without a doubt the best country in the history of mankind.
If our country is to prosper, if our grandchildren are to walk freely in our footsteps, if the marble in our tombstones is not to be marred by the yellow blemish of cowardice, then every American must fulfill their responsibility and do all they can, on every level, for this country.
TC