[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

I guess I'm having trouble understanding your point. They got medals, the pilot got a Distinguished Flying Cross - how is that relevant to this discussion? (Sincere question. I have an idea what you're suggesting but I don't want to respond without knowing for sure.)

[cynicom]

OK...Some people do not want Jessica to get any medal or in fact no particular recognition. Some want her to get a medal and a place of importance in the news.

Not discussing who is right or wrong, I was merely pointing out that Bush passed out medals by the handful to the 24 crew members that gave the Chinese their aircraft.

This fact would perhaps argue that Jessica earns something beyond a $25 Purple Heart.