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Open Letter Signed By 121 Retired Flag Officers On John Kerry's Political Expediency Regarding The War On Terror(titled edited for length) To Interested Parties:There is nothing more important than supporting troops at war. We understand that because we have commanded Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen. We know that President Bush understands this obligation to the men and women of our armed forces. He increased pay and military funding prior to September 11th and has given our troops the support they need in the War on Terror.In contrast, Senator Kerry has a record of votes against military spending. In his first...

Dear Senator Kerry: Since beginning your campaign for President, you have consistently highlighted your military service as one reason why voters should support your candidacy. You have consistently implied that your military service has prepared you to serve in our country’s highest office. However, we have grave concerns about positions you have taken that affect our men and women in uniform. You voted in favor of going to war with Iraq. In fact, your speeches in the Senate clearly expressed support for not only military action in Iraq, but also the removal of Saddam Hussein. However, as your campaign for...