[maica]

And 4 young men sitting on a front porch were shot yesterday in broad daylight in Baltimore. And known murderers walk free because witnesses are too terrorized to appear in court.

So while I grieve for this family, I believe the sensationalism is hype. The popular 'black' radio stations here are rabidly anti-Bush so there is no shortage of people ready and willing to exploit this family.

And about the tale that the sister recognized the number on the helicopter - truth is optional when the 'story' is better.

[MHGinTN]

CNN did an interview with the family of Marine Staff Sgt. Kendall Waters-Bey this morning.

I was struck with the more gracious yet still somewhat bitter response from this fallen Marine's father, referencing his son's service to this government. I would assure this grief-stricken family that Marine Staff Sgt. Kendall Waters-Bey was serving his country and the American people, and we the people honor his chosen duty to guard the freedoms of us all. It should be noted, too, that Marines operate as a unit and they have lost a comrade and fellow Soldier. Duty, Honor, and Country are not hollow words to these brave Marines.