Why is it ok for Bush, Cheney, et al to attack John Kerry’s exemplary military service record, but when their own records are questioned they call foul? Either a candidate’s military service and what it implies about that person’s character is an issue or it’s not. Can’t have it both ways guys. Kerry was willing to leave this issue out of the campaign. If Bush Co. wants to focus on it, “Bring it on.”
In addtion to the Times article below, see Linda Wertheimer’s Essay, Back to Vietnam, Again at NPR’s website.