Guestbook Archive
March 1-6, 2004
(186 entries)

>Kerry...needs to pledge his loyalty to the Constitution and country or get out.
kt <ktbb@yahoo.com>
goleta, ca USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 16:29:53 (EST)

I read your editorial on Senator Kerry. You are my hero! It is guys like you that make this the greatest country. Thank you Steve Anderson
Steven J Anderson <stevenjanderson@nc.rr.com>
Fayetteville, NC USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 15:59:40 (EST)

I Thank you Don for your service in Vietnam. I also served in Vietnam,in the US Air Force at Camron Bay and Dang AB. I truely believe Sen. Kerry is a Turn Coat and should be dealt with in a court of law.
William M. Sawyer <b.bingo2@verizon.net>
Coos Bay, Or. USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 15:33:00 (EST)

As the wife of a commander in the USNR who served 10 years of active duty on a submarine, and had our first child while he was at sea, I say "AMEN" to all you said in your letter regarding John Kerry. The level of disrespect he shows for our fighting men and women is pathetic! Our troops need our continual support because their daily sacrifices can't even be measured!
Vicki <vfeinn@aol.com>
Louisville, KY United States - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 14:36:02 (EST)

Thanks Don for your service, and for your and Shirley's willingness to speak out on the Karry issue! Roger
Roger Norman <rnb.originals@verizon.net>
Aloha, OR USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 14:28:11 (EST)

In what context did John Kerry make his infamous statement. You would think he knows that is political suicide.
Judy Fervida <jfervida@usa.net>  
Goshen, IN USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 14:20:08 (EST)

Thank you for your candor.
C
USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 13:45:52 (EST)

As a USAF retiree, Vietnam/Grenada/Cold War vet, and the father of a USMC Capt(CO, "I" Company, 3rd Btn, 3rd Marine Regt) and a Special Agent, Diplomatic Security Service (and former Marine) I could not agree with you more! This has nothing to do with politics, but has everything to do with honesty, integrity, true patriotism, and esprit de corps with your comrades-in-arms. Of my 31 awards/decorations/oakleaf clusters I neither threw them back at my country nor used them to boast, brag, or still the spotlight from our yound troops in harms way. God Bless our Country and our Commander-In-Chief, George W. Bush!!
Terry Sweeney (SMSgt, USAF, Retired <pismonosets@msn.com>
Papillion, NE USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 13:05:44 (EST)

Thank you for having the wisdom and courage to let people know what John Kerry has done in the past and will continue to do unless more of the truth about him is told by people like you... God Bless You and "Our Wonderful Country".... Sandy
Sandy Eddy <Sandra.Eddy@crossmark.com>
jacksonville, fl USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 12:21:37 (EST)

Thank you for putting into words what I've felt, since I started seeing John Kerry on TV. I will always remember seeing him in front of Congress, telling of things I knew couldn't be true (I was in country 1967-1968), because we wouldn't let our brothers do them. I heard the NVA were doing many of those things he described, but I never saw it. I hope you will help all Vietnam Vets defeat Kerry, and let me know if I can help in that effort. God Bless, Bob McLean
Bob McLean <icetogo@hotmail.com>
Boise, ID USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 11:53:21 (EST)

Just another example of how the liberal press prints or broadcasts only what they believe in, and ignore the rest. Keep up the good work!!
Steve Hames <gwinger46@charter.net>
O'Fallon, MO USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 11:35:46 (EST)

Thanks...I needed that.
Chet Sliva <mgcsliva@aol.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 11:31:50 (EST)

Our system of government was set up by people with morals, for people with morals. When we get leaders that have no morals, we all lose our freedoms. Currently, we have restored some integrity to the White House. If John Kerry would get elected, that would be completely erased. George W is not perfect, but he stands for what he believes, and doesn't rely on outright lies. I'll take 4 more years with George W Bush.
Russ Ball <ball4gvn@sbcglobal.net>
Bridgeton, MO USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 11:25:12 (EST)

Nam vet (disabled) 67-69. I stand beside you. Our people should know about his lies. Regards to your family!
Dan L Bailey <dbailey138@comcast.net>
Manassas, VA USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 10:28:31 (EST)

I served with the U.S. ARMY in vietnam in 1967.I am so proud of you and what you're about.you had a tough job and went about it in the right way.i would have been proud to have you in my fox hole.thanks and GOD BLESS .
JOHN E. HILL <johnorcami@charter.net>
madison, wi. USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 09:45:12 (EST)

God bless you. Thank you for having the courage to say what you did.
Candace Shea <sheacn@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 09:00:41 (EST)

Thank you for your service to our country. My son is in the military and is overseas at this time. I believe in what he is doing and I believe in our President. I do not believe anything that Mr Kerry says - ONLY because he made a spectical of himself when went on about what supposedly went on in Vietnam and NEVER reported it. What kind of officer is that - how can you respect someone like that. Forget about everything else. For me the buck stops there.
Rebecca Cunningham <rebeccasgt@aol.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 08:32:44 (EST)

Kerry is a Skull and Bones member,and don't trust him.Further,he needs to pledge his loyalty to the Constitution and country or get out.I hate to say this also,but Bush is also a member.You can only be in it if you went to Yale University.I'm worried !!
Brady Kohuth <bradykohuth@cox.net>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 04:38:23 (EST)

In the late sixties I went around saying "hell no I won't go", then it came time to enlist. I am proud of all of you who served in country. I was lucky, I got Germany from '71 to '73. mr. Kerry signed our missing and captured to certain death. I owe the POW/MIA personnel all that I am, and all that I have. As long as I live they will not be forgotten. God bless those who never came back, all who served. God bless the U.S.A and her leader. Never forget, never surrender and VOTE!!!
Charles M. Benton (USAF RET) <mbenton38@mchsi.com>
South Mills, NC USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 03:12:41 (EST)

Thanks to you and your fellow Vets for providing the information that I need. I did not serve in the military, but if I had it to do over again. I look to those would have served to provide me a lot of guidance among in choosing the leaders of my country. The first and foremost task of the Preseident is the Commander in Chief of our troops. The very people who protect our freedoms and help those who suffer around the world. I do not want someone who tells lies and manipulates truths for his own political gain to be making decisions about my country. Please continue to write and encourage everyone to voice their opinion as this is the only way thr truth can be shown. As we can see, the current "mass media" does not cater to the truth...the truth must be found in each and every American. Thank you to everyone who has served and to the protectors of the truth.
Drew
CA USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 02:33:03 (EST)

Thank You for your editorial....... I too remember when he was a radical protestor. Ranked right up there with Jane Fonda..... he just didn't commit a treasonist actwhile protesting. Too Bad your not running for President. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you from the bottom of my heat for the time and service you gave our country ..and the horrors you had to go through to complete your missions there ...... for the freedoms I take so much for granted ,I thank all veterans,,,,, for without you , my freedoms would not exist ... THANK YOU
Sandra Smith
USA - Wednesday, March 03, 2004 at 01:39:25 (EST)

Thanks for the great letter about Kerry. Keep up the good work. Larry Waller, US Army 1965-68
Larry Waller <larrywaller2@verizon.net>
Aloha, Or USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 23:29:15 (EST)

Thank you for speaking the words that help define what I feel. Your article on John Kerry brought tears to my eyes. May he live his miserable life apart from all that he craves. Jack
John E. Weaver <EasyJack@aol.com>
Whittier, CA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 21:44:05 (EST)

U.S. Navy 1973-1977
Chuck Saylors <chucksaylors34@msn.com>
Douglasville, GA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 19:48:26 (EST)

Thank you for serving your country and "Welcome Home!". My Dad served in Vietnam (he served 15 years in the Navy and Army)and I served in the US Army (3 years). Thank you for enlighting me and others on Kerry. I am proud of all our veterans everywhere! God Bless you and God Bless America!
Kim <owenscorona@earthlink.net>
corona, CA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 19:11:36 (EST)

Thank you for who you are and what you represent as a former Army Officer. I am proud to serve my country! Thank you for your support! God Bless You! Jason and Erica Wilson
SFC Jason Wilson <patriot_06@msn.com>
Knoxville, TN USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 18:38:35 (EST)

In my previous comment I forgot to mention that I have proudly served and been an advocate for our Vets as a VA nurse for 16 years.
Jo Sissel <mamajo@iowatelecom.net>
Tipton, IA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 18:24:28 (EST)

As the mother of a son KIA, serving in the Iowa Army National Guard in Operation Iraqi Freedom, I commend you for taking a stand for our guard/reserve soldiers...they bleed no less than our 'regular' soldiers. I also thank you for speaking your mind about Kerry and I sincerely hope people listen before it is too late. God Bless our Troops, our Veterans and the USA!!!!
Jo Sissel <mamajo@iowatelecom.net>
Tipton, IA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 18:04:20 (EST)

Dear Sir, You are a true hero. Although I never served in Viet Nam, I did serve two tours in Korea during that time. After reading your letter about John Kerry I am more convinced now than ever that IF John Kerry gets elected as our next President and a certain Senator from New York follows, then we as Americans can kiss our freedoms GOODBYE. Keep up the good work and GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
Wayne E. Huxman <wehuxman91acura@cox.net>
Wichita, KS USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 16:26:41 (EST)

Don, Thank you for your service and taking this public stand to inform us about JFK. Your a great American! I'm Retired from the Colorado Army National Guard, JFK's actions and comment toward my friends, some currently serving in Iraq, IS UNPATROTIC!
Van Scovill <trashnothing01@yahoo.com>
Idaho Falls, ID USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 15:54:47 (EST)

I enlisted in WWII. In my opinion, John Kerry is a disgrace.
Edward R. Willett <erw@prodigy.net>
Stoneham, Ma USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 14:28:30 (EST)

Thanks for your comments on John Kerry, about time someone told the truth about the lying b**tard. I shudder to think what this country would be like with someone like him as president. Glad Bush has guts, he might not be the brightest bulb in the store but he is not afraid and at least he has good morals..
Larry J Howe <larryJhowe>
Blakesburg, Ia USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 14:20:44 (EST)

Thank you so much for your service to our country! My Step Dad served in Vietnam as did his father. My father served as a reservist. I have profound respect and admiration for all those who serve in our military. I believe there is a special place in heaven for all of you! I pray your article is picked up by news media around the country! God Bless!
Jodi Ashton <Jodi_Ashton@cable.comcast.com>
Littleton, CO USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 13:50:30 (EST)

Thanks for standing up and being counted. America needs more people like you.
Lyle Beefelt <beefeltlg@aol.com>
Manassas, VA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 13:47:21 (EST)

I did not spend time where you guys did but my hats off to you that did. I spent 4 years on the USS Theodore Roosevelt SSBN 600 Submarine and I to have no use for Kerry. He will never see my vote. He is a disgrace.
Frank Didier <frankdidier@ameritech.net>
IL USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 13:39:15 (EST)

Mr. Bendell, thank you for writing your open letter to John Kerry. You are a champion of truth, I hope he reads it personally. We could use more men like you in this country.
Sean Mitchell <donkingcolorado@hotmail.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 13:08:13 (EST)

Don; I served in Nam 66/67 with the 1st Cavalry Division. Keep up the good work on exposing HANOI KERRY for what he is. Andy
Andy Gerrier <airmobile@gwi.net>
Livermore Falls, Me USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 12:44:20 (EST)

G'Day Don, I was in Saigon, Nov 1970- Dec 1972, a DOD civil servant operating the air traffic control system at Tan Son Nhut. I recently went back (DaNang) for four months on a Christian (Baptist School) ESL teaching mission. I know a thousand vets who served there and have met 5000 more, none of whom, I'm sure, will vote for Kerry. And, yes, I'm a vet (USAF 1953-1957). Thanks for speaking out. Blessings, Lew Sponagle
Lewis B Sponagle <sponagle@islands.vi>
Christiansted, VI USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 12:05:50 (EST)

I was not selected for Vietnam. I consider myself fortunate and extremly grateful to those who served in Vietnam. I read and study the War's History and Legacy. Along with our other Wars for Freedom, our conduct painted the only impression the Vietnamese saw of our Democratic Free way of Life. Your actions and deeds of Kindness, Humanity, and Concern will long outlive any falsification by some to place a political or economic lever for their own embelishment and gratification. I know my heritage, and support those with the strength to have been and remain today honorable and compassionate.
Dan Martin <dan@avantpro.net>
Sacramento, Ca USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 11:24:31 (EST)

Keep up the good work Don, wish more people who really know this "guy" would speak up. It's a real disgrace to those who "honorable" served their country in Vietnam. Like you I served two tours in Nam supporting the Seal efforts in the Delta. Honorable missions done by honorable warriors. Kerry is "dinky dou". Keep up the good work.
Capt Ed "Andy" Anderson
Reno, NV USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 09:53:31 (EST)

Don, Great article! I’m been around the military just about all my adult life and still support soldiers around the world. I too like most of your readers am a retired Veteran. Vietnam was just about over when I enlisted into the Infantry in 1973. Nonetheless, for all of you that had to endure the political madness of that war and our own traders here abroad, you are still heroes in my eyes. This country owes you big! Both my son’s are serving this great country on active duty now and one just returned from Iraq. The other one is on his way shortly. Soldiers understand soldiers and there is no greater bond among human beings. We are asked to endure many situations that most only read about. I don’t like John Kerry and I appreciate your insight to his tenure in service and in political office. I am fully confident that the American people will re-elect President Bush and we’ll have another great four years. The right thing is not always the most popular thing and our president has had some tough road laid in front of him. I support our Commander and Chief 100% and my prayers go out to all those who have served and are serving for the continued success of this great nation!
Bruce C. Sumner <bruce.sumner@redstone.army.mil>
Taft, TN USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 09:49:37 (EST)

Don: Nice piece of writing. My wife has a friend who consistently loves democrats, although she refuses to talk about it. You letter is one that will definitely raise the roof at her house. I was also in RVN in 1967 and did not witness the events Sen Kerry describes. As a combat photographer, I saw a lot of the war! Good Luck Jim York
Jim York <skipy64@aol.com>
Edina, MN USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 09:46:08 (EST)

Read your guest opinion. It.s perfect!!! Exactly what a lot of us are saying,but better. Thanks!!! Dan DeLor,Blueghost 16,68-69,Chu Lai
Dan DeLor <scouts@blueghosts.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 08:59:31 (EST)

Your letter on John Kerry contained many words that needed saying.
Floyd Burns <floyd.burns@us army.mil>
Clinton TWP., MI USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 08:29:32 (EST)

I looked up your website to see if the letter was from you, Thanks for making it easy for me. Thanks for taking a stand writing it. Most of all, Thank You for serving our country. I have a son serving at Ft. Knox that will enjoy reading your letter.
Ray Player <r_player@hotmail.com>
Kilgore, Tx USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 08:19:39 (EST)

Semper Fi, Don! What a great letter.... This needs to be published in every news media available. I served in Korea, USMC, just after the truce signing. You make me proud. Go George Bush!!!!!
Wayne W Baldwin <aztex77@excite.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 01:07:32 (EST)

Thanks for putting so eloquently the way many of us feel. 81mm Plt. H&S Co. 2/5 1st Mar Div RVN 68-69
Allen Harwell <B_A_Harwell@yahoo.com>
Odessa, Tex USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 01:04:00 (EST)

God bless you and the other patriots that served. I enlisted in the USAF from 1955 through 1964. Will this country wake up to see the traitors within?
Dick Habegger <amej@pacbell.net>
Anaheim, CA USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:34:05 (EST)

Don, I can't even begin to thank you enough for your comments regarding Presidential candidate Kerry. All of us who were there and even those who weren't knew how difficult that was. I'm not sure I'll ever be able to talk about it. No different than my father after WWII, even today at 82 years old. Time served and living through the Vietnam period in history is for all Americans to remember and not have someone manipulate the public for personal advancement in politics. Shame on you Mr. Kerry. God bless America, President Bush, our troops, and Mr. Bendell.
Richard
USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:25:33 (EST)

I read your letter about John Kerry. Thank you for your service in Vet Nam. I am the proud father of an Enduring Freedom vet and a friend of a hero who lost his life in Afghanistan in April of 2002. Character does matter, it's defined by the thngs you do when you think no one is watching. Jim Adams
Jim Adams <blastdad51@yahoo.com>
Lakeside, Ca USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:10:27 (EST)

Just wanted to thank you. My Father was Navy. WW11. My husband air force,One son-in-law served in Kuwait as a marine and the other one in Iraq in the Army, Our youngest daughter 4 yrs. Army. We all need to stand up for what we believe in. Don't let people like Kerry run the USA. Vote Bush and bring back morals to this great land.
janet
peebles, oh USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:08:28 (EST)

thanks for saying what a great many of us know to be true. i served as a Hospital Corpsman with 3rd amtracs, 1st Marine division in Nam from Jan 1966 thru sep 1967. we held sickcall at local villages twice per week, helped to dig a new well for a healthy water supply for one village, provided soap to help kids clean up open wounds, etc. i never saw any of the junk that John Kerry says he saw during his "lengthy" 4 month tour.
dave diamond
picayune, ms USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:07:29 (EST)

Don - I came here becasue of your editorial. While I was thinking those thoughts, and putting my feeble words into my sphere of influence, you actuated them and created a word picture of john kerry that is right on the mark. I have communicated my distaste for the senator from massachussetts. hanoi john, indeed. I am a sole surviving son, my 19 year old USMC brother, Kevin died at a place called Cigar Island on Mar 27, 1967. There is no way I could accept kerry's description of the ugly americans he claims to have known and seen. His 4 months "in country" with 3 purple hearts and no scars to show for any of the 3 - and his recruiting of "vietnam vets" to work his campaign ? the guy is shameless. You, SIR are a great patriot to see through that smokescreen, and your words, along with the comments of others, will be the demise of this bastard's presidential adventure. I like your web site. If you get a chance, take a peek at the TLCB (Thailand, Laos, Cambodia) Brotherhood web site. We still support kids and school projects in Northern Thailand, and one of our members, whose Dad died over there, is building a school in Laos - where other Americans cannot travel, we are breaking ground. OIur government may have abandoned our allies in SEA, we, the Vets have most emphatically have NOT.
Keith (Rip) Rohring <krohring@aol.com>
Albuquerque, NM USA - Tuesday, March 02, 2004 at 00:05:09 (EST)

The truth shall set Kerry free. Nice article Don. The Walsh's US Army once upon a time
John and Linda Walsh <jwalsh07@yahoo.com>
Danielson, Ct USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 23:46:56 (EST)

William Kerns, USMC, 1952 & 1953. My wife and I spent many hours and years working to get action on the POW-MIA issue. Still are active. Our local U.S. Reps. and Senators were of great help. Finally we got our day on the national podium. The Senate scheduled full fledged hearings. We were glued to the television.    It did not take too long to see the way the wind was blowing. I had my gut full when that Kerry tried to humiliate Garnett Bell regarding the Hanoi Hilton. Bell told him there was a basement under the building and Kerry not only scoffed at him. he brought in experts to testify it was impossible due to the land structure and water table. Too late proved it was proved Bell was correct.    Too my mind that was a deliberate action to discredit Bell and Kerry's goal was to sidetrack any progress. Witness the female special counsel he hired.     I retch every time I see that man's face or hear his name. Everybody's hard work down the drain.
William Kerns
USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 23:41:31 (EST)

Air force 1972-1976. Viet Nam Era Veteran. My heart felt thanks to all you Nam vets.
Mike Cryer <hsports@swbell.net>
lake jackson, tx USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 22:22:42 (EST)

I served in Nam myself, and feel quite insulted by the remarks of Kerry. I never saw the kinds of things he ran off at the mouth about, not on our side anyway! I did however, see him with "Hanoi Jane Fonda", the traitor. I don't want him to be my grandchildrens commander-in-chief, and I wouldn't vote for him if he was the only one running. A vote for him is a vote for the likes of Jane fonda.
Gerald F. Anderson, OSF <brfrancismary@mchsi.com>
Springfield, MO USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 21:40:34 (EST)

Mr. Bendell, my hat goes off to you. My father in law served in Vietnam and my brothers, uncle and several cousins served in Operation Desert Storm. I am extremely proud of all of them for serving their country. I completely support George W. and will be voting for him AGAIN to assure that our country's armed forces will continue to get the respect they deserve from our President.
Sharon Abbott
Cedar Rapids, IA USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 20:45:20 (EST)

I appreciate so much your service to our country and your courage to write this editorial. Thanks for the truth! Pray for our president!
Kathy Fambro <slpkat@charter.net>
Spring Hill, TN USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 20:09:59 (EST)

Keep spreadin the word on Kerry!! Great web site. R. Huck U.S.C.G. 1958-1962
Richard R. Huck <huck@eoni.com>
La Grande, OR United States of America - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 19:06:17 (EST)

Don, I read your letter passed on to me by a fellow former SF team member. I disagree with most of your claims about VN and what was experienced under battle by SF troops and their LLDB and CIDG counterparts. This SF witnessed atrocities, was a participant in some, still feel the guilt about them and cannot cast any aspersions on those that also failed to honor themselves and our country. You seem to be naive about your experiences, but please understand that you cannot possibly speak for all SF and their VN service. You need to get more facts before you take a position of leadership and resposnibility. Kerry might not make the best next president, but he is miles ahead of GWB and Cheney, who NEVER volunteered, SERVED OR LAID IT ON THE LINE AS WE ALL DID. KEEP IT STARIGHT BIG GUY!
T. DURSO <tcdurs@ispat.com>
EAST CHICAGO, IN USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 18:08:08 (EST)

Mr Bendell, First of all let me thank you for your service to our country!! I read your "Guest Opinion" after hearing you on the radio. It is a well written statement that many Americans should read. I, for one, am proud of the Americans who served in Vietnam as well as any other confict the U.S. has been involved in.
Jeff Rudh <jeff.rudh@comcast.net>
Uintah, UT USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 17:44:45 (EST)

I am a retired Air Force Lt. Colonel and spent 10 years flying aircraft (Kc 135, C124, C141 in and out of SE Asia) and Fwd Aircontrol out of Nakhon Phanom - 02s and 0v10s in Laos and Vietnam. I am greatly aware of the POW coverup by John Kerry and other disgraceful incidents of his tenure. Also his afficliations with Hanoi Jane. One of my friends Lt Col Owen Skinner was one of the unreturned POWs. His name was on the list submitted but some how he was never returned ....he was on the"other" list as he was a Laos shootdown. All this aside Kerry has to be one of the most slippery, turncoat vets and senators that we have ever had. HE CANNOT BE ALLOWED TO BECOME PRESIDENT!!!!!!
Alan H. Shattuck <shattucka@msn.com>
Kamuela, Hi USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 17:32:45 (EST)

Don, thanks so much for your service to our country. And a special thanks for your comments about Kerry. As you said and some of your guest book contributors have said, Kerry is an unmitigated liar and a disgrace to the uniform he wore. I was in 'Nam in 1965-66 attached to the Big Red One and later to the Herd. Glad your wife is recovering so well. God Bless . Bud Gross (my wife sends her dittos also)
Bud Gross <budgross@nc.rr.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 16:53:31 (EST)

Hi Don. I proudly served in the United States Air Force. I was a Jet Engine Mech. on Okinawa from 71--73. I helped keep the F-4's flying over Nam. Keep up the good work.
Roger Ambrose <rambrose91@insightbb.com>
kokomo, in USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 16:35:17 (EST)

As a retired USAF officer, I find John Kerry to be completely repulsive. It will be an unmitigated disaster if becomes president.
Barry Gutzman <bgutzman3@iprovo.net>
Provo, UT USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 16:11:36 (EST)

You have a really nice site. I especially enjoyed your editorial on Kerry. I think it would be a disgrace if he every got elected. I also was impressed with your love for martial arts. I hold the rank of black belt in Combat Shotokan. Take care, and God bless!
Steven A . Burke <napa@twlakes.net>
Jametown, TN USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 16:10:48 (EST)

Thanks for your comments on Dennis Prager’s program this morning. I can think of nothing more important for the safety and wellbeing of this great country than defeating John Kerry in the polls this November. The entire Democratic campaign to date has been nothing but a protracted slander of our President, not just by Kerry but also by all the Democratic candidates. It’s really beyond me to understand how anyone voted into public office, and a holder of the public trust, can be so thoroughly irresponsible and dishonest, and more than irresponsible, reckless and foolhardy with the safety of the nation. At best, Kerry doesn’t understand the issues. At worst, he does understand and doesn’t care about the country, only about occupying the Oval Office. George Bush has proven himself to be a serious man for the serious times in which we live. I give thanks to God that Mr. Bush was in office on 9/11 and not Al Gore. I am proud to be an American, proud of the men and women who serve this country in its Armed Forces, and proud to call the Commander and Chief of those Armed Forces my President. Like it or not, the U.S. is now the only surviving superpower. Whatever lies ahead for this country, our military will play an important role. Our people in uniform richly deserve all the respect and resources a grateful nation can bestow. I think President Bush believes that. I never want to see our Military treated the way it was under the Clinton administration. On that issue alone, it is clear to me that John Kerry is not the man we want in the White House.
David Blackman <db@irmcs.com>
Ewa Beach, HI USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 16:06:01 (EST)

Good Afternoon Mr. Bendell, I too served our wonderful country in Viet Nam in 1969 and am very proud of my service. Thank you for saying what you did about Mr. John Kerry or better yet Mr. John Fonda for his betrayal of all those who served and especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice and died in-country.... Take care.... I Thank you for your Son's service and I pray for their safety while away from the United States of America. Sincerely, Robert E. Martin (Retired Army) A PROUD Viet Nam Veteran who served with the 1st Aviation Brigade Hunter/Killer assault group based out of Quan Loc.
Robert E. Martin <rem@churchloans.com>
Amarillo, TX USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 15:39:22 (EST)

I salute you sir! And I don't salute anyone without merit. Your editorial was forwarded to me and I agree 100% with everything you have to say in it. I, also, am a Vietnam Vet who is VERY tired of being labeled a baby killer...or any other derogatory name "they" come up with. There were thousands of us who served with honor and came home to face countless accusations and insults. Many of us, to this day, hide the fact that we were in Vietnam. Some of our brothers won't even talk about Nam. While it's true there were "bad apples", the good soldiers prevailed and way outnumbered the ones who made us look bad in the world's eyes. That WE lost the war is the greatest insult, when we know that the war was lost by people like Hanoi Jane and members of congress ( or running for ) are truly responsible for not letting us win. Again... I salute you sir....and your wife. I pray for a speedy recovery for her and a speedy recovery for all of us Vietnam Vets who have been over critiqued for our service to our country. Dick Cordell...174th Assault Helicopter Co. ( Sharks and Dolphins ) Duc Pho, Vietnam '70-'71. (I do not represent all of my company members, but am listing our website for you to preruse in your own good time. I hope you enjoy it..it is one of the best sites, for companies in 'Nam, that I've ever seen.)
Richard Cordell <dcordell@bigsky.net>
Kalispell, Mt USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 14:50:26 (EST)

Yes, both my husband and I are military veterans. He's presently active duty Navy and I've just retired with 21 years of service. You're welcome!
Denise Evans <med4jevans@iwon.com>
Mt. Vernon, , WA USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 13:48:36 (EST)

As a Gulf war veteran and a duputy sheriff I just wanted to thank you for saying what we all know to be true. And thank you for you seervice to this great nation. Those who served know that freedom is never free.
Ron Jordan <ron_jordank@hotmail.com>
Boise, Id USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 13:35:03 (EST)

My sympathy to your lovely wife; I hope she is recovering okay now. And my best wishes for both of you. As a WWII veteran, I am enraged by Kerry's posturing and his stance on the Vietnam War which was fought honorably by thousands and dishonorably by only a few. Kerry's lies will come home to haunt him, I hope. He does not deserve the vote of any person let alone an entire political party. May God bless both of you and keep you in good health.
Don Gillen <dongillen@charter.net>
Belleville, IL USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:59:58 (EST)

My husband proudly served in the Air Force and then he joined the Marines. He was also in Vietnam. I am equally as proud of him.
Donna J. Ash
USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:41:40 (EST)

Let me tell you that I applaud you for your service and also for that fine email I received. I had a son-in-law who was in Special Forces. He was sent to Afghanistan and he served his country proudly. I had an older brother that served in WW2 and I had a younger brother who served in Vietnam. I am very proud of all men or women who serve our country. I am hoping and praying that John Kerry does not get the nomination for Democratic President.
Donna J. Ash <ashdnn@aol.com>
Farmington, IL. USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:39:09 (EST)

Welcome home brother. I served with kilo 3/1 Marines. Nov.69-Nov.70. I served with honor amoung honorable men. Things happen that aren't for the meek but all and all I saw many more acts of bravery then I did acts of cowards. I was a Hospial Corpsman (Medic0. Thanks for speaking out.
Robert Wood <robtwood@woodenwall.com>
boise, Id USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:39:01 (EST)

HooooAh! You tell 'em, brother!
Tom Hill, COL,(R), USA <thilliii@msn.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:38:24 (EST)

Sir, I proudly served in the U.S. Army in IV Corps with the ARVN's in 1969-70. I support you wish only the BEST for our great country. Undoubtedly, Kerry is not the answer!!
bruce bowen <bjbusss@yahoo.com>
ssi, ga USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:36:45 (EST)

I am a former Marine and my husband is a retired Marine. Just wanted to stop and give our support and tell you to keep up the great work. I forwarded your opinion to all of our friends, military and non military. We support President Bush vehemently and will do all we can to get him relected. God Bless You both and Semper Fi!
Sandy Stevens <missourigal@hotmail.com>
Kansas City, MO USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:20:44 (EST)

Best Wishes!
Rod Preston <r.preston@go4ssi.com>
Bay City, MI USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 12:04:13 (EST)

Thank you for your service Mr. Bendell. In your elegant words you have made me so proud to be a Soldier and proud to support my Commander-in-Chief! Keep moving forward sir! "Golden Dragons"
SGT Jason Dunn <jason.dunn1@us.army.mil>
Kirkuk, Iraq - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 10:28:40 (EST)

Husband serving on active duty in Afghanistan. Thank you for your article.
Sandy Kilpatrick <regal888@bellsouth.net>
Mathiston, Ms USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 10:14:24 (EST)

Great article, Thanks.
Bryan & Susan Spicer <bspicer@charter.net>
Pasco, W USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 09:38:54 (EST)

I'm going to assume that whatever I was going to write has already been stated beautifully by someone else here. Long story short: bravo, sir. You and those like you do yourselves and America proud. Thank you all for truly living the creedo, "De oppresso liber."
Patrick Reilly <patrick.reilly@wpafb.af.mil>
WPAFB , OH USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 09:38:44 (EST)

Thank you from a greatful American... Its time the truth came out about John Kerry....
Cathy <Buffyone@Myway.com>
Greensburg, Kentucky USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 08:32:52 (EST)

You're the Man! The world will be a better place when more patriots like yourself speaks out. Keep it up.
Ronald W. Bass
USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 08:29:35 (EST)

Thanks Don, Kerry is READY? Is he really sure he wants us to "Bring it on"? All he knows is ' Ican do better' and 'I'll fix it.' HOW JOHN, HOW??????
Keith Maszczak <alrechief@iwon.com>
Newport News, VA USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 08:01:12 (EST)

God Bless you and Thank You for your devoted service for our country. God Bless: Bob
Bob Martin <rmartin1@lucent.com>
Westford, Ma USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 06:41:43 (EST)

Point man, Alpha Company 4/31 196th LIB, 23rd Inf Division, I Corp,70-71. It's regretable that Vietnam veterans have to be drug through the mud, again, for the benefit of one mans ego. Until recently the public only knew us as drug addicts, homeless, and crazy, never a kind word. Only our families knew the truth. I just retired as a sergeant after 28 years in law enforcement and still tear up at the national anthem. Senator Kerry is here to drag us down again, but he can't take my patriotism. Thanks John. You should be proud.
Jeff Heintz <LaHabraHeintz@wmconnect.com>
La Habra Heights, CA USA - Monday, March 01, 2004 at 00:43:21 (EST)