The scratch and the star.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. Finally, West Virginians are fair minded. Show them how the Republicans have tried to denigrate den·i·grate tr.v. den·i·grat·ed, den·i·grat·ing, den·i·grates 1. To attack the character or reputation of; speak ill of; defame. 2. Kerry's heroism. What if he did get a Purple Heart Purple Heart U.S. medal awarded to those wounded in military action. [Am. Hist.: Misc.] See : Bravery for a scratch? There are enough veterans in West Virginia West Virginia, E central state of the United States. It is bordered by Pennsylvania and Maryland (N), Virginia (E and S), and Kentucky and, across the Ohio R., Ohio (W). Facts and Figures Area, 24,181 sq mi (62,629 sq km). Pop. who know that a lot of Purple Hearts Purple Hearts can refer to the following:
v. seared, sear·ing, sears v.tr. 1. To char, scorch, or burn the surface of with or as if with a hot instrument. See Synonyms at burn1. 2. , 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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