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Vietnam Special Forces Veterans Oppose John Kerry; Support Swift Vets, Demand Kerry Release Military Records10/26/2004 7:45:00 PM To: National Desk Contact: J.W. Stealey of VetsforBush.NET, 919-678-8301, ext. 3090; Web: http://www.VetsforBush.NET CARY, N.C., Oct. 26 /U.S. Newswire/ -- Special Forces Veterans who served in Vietnam have released an open letter to Senator John Kerry opposing him as a Presidential candidate. The statement released on http://www.VetsforBush.NET states, "He slandered and dishonored all Vietnam Veterans in false and exaggerated testimony before the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee." The Veterans demand that Senator Kerry sign the Standard Form 180 to release all his...

www.VetsforBush.NET BOSTON MANIFESTO: Veterans & Vietnam Scholars Declare Overwhelming Opposition to Kerry >> --------------------------------------------------------------------------- UNIQUE STUDY, BY VIETNAM VETERANS, SETS THE VIETNAM RECORD STRAIGHT A recent poll of military personnel shows that those fighting the war in Iraq overwhelmingly support President Bush over John Kerry. The American public is almost evenly divided on the issue of Iraq. What do the soldiers know that the rest of the public doesn't understand? In the same vein, Vietnam Veterans overwhelmingly oppose Kerry. About two and a half million servicemen and women actually went to Vietnam in the ten years of major American involvement....

VetsforBush Commentary: In this debate Senator Kerry revealed a remarkable Freudian slip. Near the end in waffling over a question, Senator Kerry conditioned his response by saying that he didn’t want to be “Pandering.” (Do you remember the times he put on his most “sincere” face, put his hand on his heart, and said earnestly how he wanted to tell us “straight up.” That’s what cons say when they’re dying to sell us a lemon: “No really, this used car – and I’m telling you “straight up” – was only driven on Sundays.”) Pandering. That is exactly what Senator Kerry...

Remarks by Past Commanders of the American Legion, John Brieden, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ed Banas(title edited for length) ARLINGTON, VA -- Today, Past Commanders of the American Legion, John Brieden, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ed Banas made the following remarks during a Bush-Cheney '04 conference call: Commander John Brieden"Good afternoon. This is John Brieden. Today it’s my honor to announce that I’m officially endorsing President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney for reelection. As a past commander of the American Legion, I believe that George W. Bush is the best person to serve...

LOCAL ANTI KERRY VETS PLAN TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C. By David Burch Marietta Daily Journal Staff Writer MARIETTA - The daughter of a Marine who died during the Vietnam War, Laura Armstrong says she witnessed first hand the backlash against soldiers returning to the United States 30 years ago after fighting in the divisive war. With the country now involved in another unpopular war in Iraq, she said she worries that today's soldiers could face the same fate from the American people when they return home - a backlash Ms. Armstrong said would be made worse if Massachusetts U.S. Sen....

Medal Winners Introduced by Actress Angie Harmon and NFL Cornerback Jason Sehorn NEW YORK - The 2004 Republican National Convention this morning announced a special item for their Monday evening program: "A Nation of Courage." Today, the convention will pay tribute to the courage of a nation that has seen unprecedented challenges over the last three and a half years and the President who led the nation through these historic times. Program speaker former Mayor Rudy Giuliani will speak to the courage of the American people, seen through the acts of bravery of a city that saw tragedy and great...

(title edited for length) Nearly One In Five Delegates To The 2004 Republican National Convention Is A Veteran Or Active Military Personnel  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Leonardo Alcivar / Christine Iverson212-356-2300 / 202-863-8614 NEW YORK - Nearly one in five delegates to the 2004 Republican National Convention is a veteran of the United States Armed Forces or an active member of the military, the 2004 Republican National Convention announced today. Veterans will make up 15 percent of the Republican delegation and active military personnel will make up 3 percent of the delegates traveling to New York City this month...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The last time the Vietnam War loomed so large in a presidential election, it was 1972 and U.S. soldiers were still fighting in Southeast Asia. But the war has taken center stage again as both parties seek the support of Vietnam veterans - turning to them as the emerging elder statesmen among U.S. war veterans. At a conference this past week, on the 40th anniversary of the Gulf of Tonkin Resolution, the Vietnam Veterans of America urged its members to make their voices heard. "This election is probably more important than any election for president since...

[Open letter signed by twenty-four Medal of Honor recipients] Dear fellow Veterans in Iowa: We have listened to Senator Kerry falsely attack President Bush for months over funding for veterans, and it's time to set the record straight. The truth is President Bush has led the way on improving veterans’ benefits, supporting our troops and restoring honor and dignity to the White House. Since 2001, President Bush has increased veterans funding by over $20 billion, and funding for veterans' health care has increased by 40 percent since he took office. Funding for veterans has gone up twice as fast...

BANGOR, ME - Today, leadership members of the Maine Veterans for Bush-Cheney '04 coalition made the following remarks in support of President Bush's record on veterans issues and to correct the false claims made this week during the Democrat National Convention. . "President Bush has a clear vision for a strong America and knows support and respect for those who served our country in the past will provide for a strong and unified America in the future," said Rep. Russell Treadwell, Veterans for Bush-Cheney '04 Regional Chair. "Veterans funding has increased 40 percent since President Bush took office, demonstrating his...

SUMNER, WA – Medal of Honor Recipient and Bush-Cheney ’04 Washington Veterans Chair General Pat Brady issued the following statement regarding John Kerry and the Democrat National Convention: “During John Kerry’s time in the Senate he has managed to vote for lower intelligence budgets, lower funding for veterans medical benefits, against higher pay for military families and both for and against the $87 billion dollar package that would provide body armor and increased benefits to the brave men and women serving overseas. Kerry has not yet provided a straight answer to the men, women and families of Operation Iraqi Freedom...

[Open letter signed by twenty-one Medal of Honor recipients]Dear fellow Veterans:We have listened to Senator Kerry falsely attack President Bush for months over funding for veterans, and it's time to set the record straight.  The truth is President Bush has led the way on improving veterans’ benefits, supporting our troops and restoring honor and dignity to the White House.Since 2001, President Bush has increased veterans funding by over $20 billion, and funding for veterans' health care has increased by 40 percent since he took office.  Funding for veterans has gone up twice as fast under President Bush as it...

ROSWELL, NM - Today, Bush-Cheney '04 National Veterans Steering Committee Member Joe Repya, New Mexico Senator Rod Adair, Sergeant Deborah Foley, USMC (Ret.), and Veteran Mike D'Arco joined local veterans to announce the New Mexico "Veterans for Bush" Leadership Team. Repya served in Vietnam and Desert Shield/Storm and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 28 years of active duty. "Senator Kerry abandoned the troops in the field by voting against supplies and pay raises," stated Repya. "The Massachusetts Senator is wrong when it comes to Iraq and when voting against funding our troops. John Kerry has not demonstrated the consistency...

DEARBORN, MI – Today, Bush-Cheney ’04 Campaign Chairman Marc Racicot joined veteran and Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox (Corporal USMC), and Vietnam veteran Bill Dobbie (Spec. 4 US Army) to announce the Bush-Cheney ’04 Michigan Veterans Leadership Team. “President Bush leads America’s military with the strength of conviction. He takes a head-on approach to the challenges of our changing world and continues to work toward a safer, stronger America. This is a defining moment in America’s history, and I will work diligently to ensure the continued optimistic leadership of President George W. Bush,” said Cox. “I’ve heard many rumors circulating...

ARLINGTON, VA - Bush-Cheney '04 announced today the endorsement of President George W. Bush by Rolling Thunder, Inc. National, an organization which supports veterans and advocates veterans issues. In a letter addressed to President Bush, Rolling Thunder President Artie Muller said the group reached its decision, by overwhelming majority, at a business meeting in March. "We are grateful for the President's leadership in honoring our nation's commitment to veterans. We appreciate his leadership in the War on Terror and in protecting our homeland against those who threaten our freedoms and way of life. We will put our manpower and resources...

ARLINGTON, VA— Bush-Cheney ’04 Wisconsin Veterans State Chair Ray Boland issued the following statement regarding President Bush’s contributions to veterans: "Over the last three years, President Bush has led America with strength and steady resolve. The President’s commitment to the men and women who stand on the frontlines of freedom is clear. President Bush has increased the funding for veterans’ health care by 40 percent. As former Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, I can tell you that 20,000 more Wisconsin veterans were receiving health care at the end of 2003 than in 2001. This is a 31.6...