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The scratch and the star
Washington Monthly, July-August, 2004 by Charles Peters
Saletan correctly emphasizes the importance of patriotism to West Virginians. That is why it's essential for the Democrats to make clear that Kerry walked the walk not taken by George W. Bush nor any of the top figures in his administration. Kerry got shot at in Vietnam. He displayed bravery in combat. He was brave again to oppose the war when he came back. What difference does it make what he did with his medals? He earned them. He had a right to do what he wanted with them. Bush didn't have the guts to fight in the war or against it.
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Finally, West Virginians are fair minded. Show them how the Republicans have tried to denigrate Kerry's heroism. What if he did get a Purple Heart for a scratch? There are enough veterans in West Virginia who know that a lot of Purple Hearts were for minor wounds awarded. But they also know that yon don't get a Bronze Star, let alone a Silver Sear, for just a scratch. And when you've gone back in under fire to rescue a comrade, you have passed their highest test.
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