[VaMarVet]

Kristinn,

I know I was an add on and will do the rally proud. I took an extra day of vacation time to prepare. Of course, I will be speaking from a veteran's point of view - all veterans - not just Marines. This is important to me because my cousin, another Marine, will be among the anti-war protesters on Saturday. He has no choice as he cannot leave his appointed place of duty at Panel 32W - Row 027. Roger Charles Nesbit was a Private First Class with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, 3rd Marine Division and was killed in action on 13 February 1969 in the Quang Tri Province. He participated in Operations Dawson River and Dewey Canyon and recieved the Bronze Star for helping save his fellow Marines when killed.

His mother, Mary Jane, wrote this poem to him on the first anniversary of his death.

Just a year ago today, my son, you left this lowly earth
So far from perfect - yet who can judge her worth
Beset with inner turmoil - so torn apart with strife
I only hope that in the end, dear, she's worthy of your life
You gave your life so gallantly - standing on that hill
You and thousands like you - was it God's will?
My country, right or wrong, was your philosophy
If that was good enough for you son, then it has to be for me

Thank you DC Chapter for letting me speak - it is quite an honor and I have cherished the time we have all spent together since I first met you guys.

[Fred Mertz]

I'll be there on Saturday, but doubtful for dinner on Friday night.

[NormsRevenge]

SEMPER FI Bump

[Mudboy Slim]

Wish I could make it on Friday, but I'll definitely be there early on Saturday morning fer the set up.

FReegards...MUD

[Jimmy Valentine's brother]

Look forward to your words on Saturday. I'm sure your cousin will hold his own amongst those wimps.

[leadpenny]

Very moving, Dave. I look forward to your speech.

[FreeTheHostages]

What a cool post Dave Dilegge. I look forward to your speech.

[AGreatPer]

Considering what we are protesting..........anti-Americanism.......it is appropriate that you speak. Your past actions and words have proven you to be a TRUE American. Go get em Dave. Looking forward to it.

[tgslTakoma]

I look forward to listening to your comments Saturday, Dave. Somehow I think your cousin will be hangin' with us on Saturday...

[Ligeia]

Core is interviewing Kristinn Taylor of freerepublic.com. Kristinn explaining where our rally will be (4 blocks away) and we expect attendance to be in the 100's because ours is local. Kristinn explains why our side doesn't feel the 'urgent need to come out and demonstrate. Our group wants to come out and show the flag and show support for the bi-partisan view.' Kristinn says the ANSWER man seems to have a higher opinion of Saddam Hussein than he does of George Bush. The rules have changed and our enemies have changed. Containment and deterrance no longer work -- willing to use civilians to meet their goals. North Korea is not being attacked due to 'one war at a time.' Both say thanks and sign off. Core again gives the website address. Nice work, kristinn!

[Ligeia]

Core is interviewing Kristinn Taylor of freerepublic.com. Kristinn explaining where our rally will be (4 blocks away) and we expect attendance to be in the 100's because ours is local. Kristinn explains why our side doesn't feel the 'urgent need to come out and demonstrate. Our group wants to come out and show the flag and show support for the bi-partisan view.' Kristinn says the ANSWER man seems to have a higher opinion of Saddam Hussein than he does of George Bush. The rules have changed and our enemies have changed. Containment and deterrance no longer work -- willing to use civilians to meet their goals. North Korea is not being attacked due to 'one war at a time.' Both say thanks and sign off. Core again gives the website address. Nice work, kristinn!