"I don't see any difference between Kerry & Benedict Arnold."
There are some small differences.
1. Arnold became a turncoat for several reasons, money being one of them I believe.
2. Because he was an outspoken opponent of the U.S. role in Vietnam long before he ever enlisted and served. it's highly likely his main reason for enlisting was to establish a political resume for himself. At least Arnold believed in what he was doing prior to his changing sides.
3. Arnold left the United States, and for the most part was snubbed for the remainder of his life by the British who believed he couldn't be trusted.
4. John Kerry on the other hand, made successful political hay from his turncoat and traitorous activities...not to mention mucho bucks.
Kerry enlisted, because the draft board turned down his request to go study in Paris instead, and when you volunteered, you got a choice, while if they drafted you, you didn't (as I understand).
This is the quote from the original interview with Kerry in the Harvard Crimson, 1970:
"When he approached his draft board for permission to study for a year in Paris, the draft board refused and Kerry decided to enlist in the Navy."
Then there is a question about why wasn't Kerry court-marshalled, when he refused a direct order from his superiors. (from same article)
"One time Kerry was ordered to destroy a Viet Cong village but disobeyed orders and suggested that the Navy Command simply send in a Psychological Warfare team to be friend the villagers with food, hospital supplies, and better educational facilities. "
John Kerry: A Navy Dove Runs for Congress [Original Interiew]
Harvard Crimson ^ | 2/18/1970 | Crimosn Staff Writer
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