Hold on I am not some flower waving liberal ultra pacifist that will be against all military interventions, but I do not agree with Iraq, Afghanistan I support 120%, and I will have no problem with any future administration using force when it is the last resort to defend our freedom or when it might be necesary for the greater human good (a la Kosovo, etc). I understand that service men will likely die in these conflicts, but I feel that Iraq is a waste, and it is sad when 18-22 year old lives are wasted like this, I have friends that have gone to Iraq and I would hate to see them die. This is why I fight for an end to this, if this is unpatriotic then maybe patriotism is overrated.

I see absolutely nothing wrong with fit29's attitude. I think a lot of you are misreading what he is trying to say. Give the guy a break, he is just giving an honest view of his world. And no where did he ever say he was unappreciative.

We don't live in a black and white world and thanks, in part, to our military and framers of our great country, I am proud to live in the gray. People, including a lot of you guys, muddle the difference between anti-war and anti-military.

I guess you missed that little gem. Second response I think.

I'm really surprised that this thread hasn't been closed!

People, don't waste your time trying to show this individual how wrong he is... he won't get it. Unfortunately, we who served must listen to biggots, racists, and the fools who talk out thier a$$e$ because freedom of speech must apply to them as well.

As one who served in peacetime, I hold my highest praise for those who have gone in harms way. Thank you.

Are you forgetting that the United States military is a strictly volunteer force? Those brave men and women took an oath to protect thier country in one of the most selfless acts on this earth. And for that they should be greeted with nothing less than gratitude. On any flight I'm on they have been thanked for their service and given any first class seat available. I didn't know having manners on a flight was the new political statement. My thoughts and prayers are with your friends since your support clearly is not.

P.S. if you want my W sticker come and get it

Again I think you are misreading it.

He said he mistakenly vented his frustration, as have other Americans. He is making a statement. He is making an observation. And he also said it was WRONG.

He never said he doesn't support the troops. "Support the Troops" is generic phrase that can be expressed in many ways.

It seems to me HE can't make the distinction.



I have no problem with those who choose not to serve. I would, however, suggest those folks do a turn in the Peace Corps or spend a few years volunteering in a soup kitchen. Do SOMETHING to give back to your country and comrades.

Had enough of it already???? :D

Well he isn't allowed to take it unless he gets all the goo of the window too!