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March 28-31, 2004
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Hi Don, Just checking into the net to say thanks. I was with the 3rd SFG at Bragg in 66-67 and with the 5th SFG in RVN 67-68(Recondo School)APO 96240. Since 9/11, I went back active in the Texas State Guard and now command a company. Best an oldtimer like me can do now. Keep up the good work....De Oppresso Liber CPT Clifford Kidd
Clifford Kidd <clkcp@yahoo.com>
Monahans, TX USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 23:39:46 (EST)
My nephew is in the Marine Corp as we speak and I hate to see our Service men and women slammed by outspoken Americans during conflict. Thank you for standing up for them as they stand up for us. Thank you for your Service then and now!
Diane Henderson
Gloversville, NY USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 21:18:04 (EST)
I enjoyed reading your three articles on John Kerry. I, too, am a Vietnam Vet, enlisted Marine. I was later commissioned as a Navy Chaplain in 1983. I was activated for OEF and OIF I and now OIF II. I come from a family of Marines. My brother, a Vietnam Vet CH46 pilot, retired from the reserves as a colonel. My step-father was a Marine in WWII. My nephew is a Marine Cobra pilot in Iraq. Proud to serve. God bless!
Chuck Roots <rootscr@i-mef.usmc.mil>
Camp Pendleton, CA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 20:45:51 (EST)
Welcome home Brother. Thank you for getting the word out on Hanoi John. It's now more important than ever that we who served with pride band together to defeat the traitor who would be king.
Pig Pen <pigpen94@hotmail.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 20:02:16 (EST)
I am a 3-year Vietnam-era army vet, and while I never served in Vietnam I can still remember Jane Fonda, John Kerry, and the rest of the vermin smearing those that served in Vietnam. Keep up the great work - all of my veteran friends feel the same way - I know of NONE that would even think of supporting Kerry.
Dave Jardine <djardine@alltel.net>
Tunnel Hill, GA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 19:43:20 (EST)
I am a 3-year Vietnam-era army vet, and while I never served in Vietnam I can still remember Jane Fonda, John Kerry, and the rest of the vermin smearing those that served in Vietnam. Keep up the great work - all of my veteran friends feel the same way - I know of NONE that would even think of supporting Kerry.
Dave Jardine <djardine@alltel.net>
Tunnel Hill, GA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 19:34:47 (EST)
I AM A NAVY VETERAN AND BOARD CHAIRMAN FOR ROLLING THUNDER CHAPTER #5 OHIO I WOULD LIKE TO PERSONALLY THANK YOU FOR GETTING THE TRUTH OUT THERE THANKS AGAIN
PHILLIP DENNISON <JDW1220@AOL.COM >
FREDERICKYOWN, OHIO USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 19:07:08 (EST)
THX DON.....
YOU ARE ECHOING EVERYTHING I HEAR ON OUR RADIO STATION HERE IN ATLANTA......YOU ARE A FINE AMERICAN.
I WILL BE AT THE POLLS AND VOTE AGAINST KERRY, YOU CAN BET ON THAT !!
GOD BLESS US ALL !!
CHRIS <RUSH137@AOL.COM>
BREMEN, GA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 18:18:07 (EST)
I, too, served in Viet Nam in the Air Force from 1970 to Feb. 1973. Thank you so much for your service to your country and for your editorials. I will be sending those to my family and friends.
Bill Riedel <wjriedel@aol.com>
Aurora, Co USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 16:04:18 (EST)
I AM A VIET-NAM VET THANKS & KEEP UP GOOD WORK .A SIVER STAR /BRONZE STAR 3 PURPLEHEARTS & NO LIMP ? AS YOU & I KNOW SOME PEOPLE USE SEARAT OPENER FOR OTHER THANGS I THANK YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN THANKS & WELCOME HOME BROTHER
ROY MONTGOMERY <UPJOHNSON@AOL.COM>
WARREN, MI USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 14:32:07 (EST)
"THE RIGHT WING SURROGATES OF BUSH CONTINUE TO SMEAR KERRY'S VIETNAM SERVICE AND QUESTION HIS PATRIOTISM FOR PROTESTING THAT WAR IN A VAIN ATTEMPT TO DISTRACT US VETERANS, MILITARY RETIREES, TROOPS AND FAMILIES FROM WHAT'S REALLY GOING ON TODAY.
VETERANS ARE LITERALLY DYING BECAUSE OF THE SHAPE THE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION IS IN TODAY AND WHAT THIS PRESIDENT'S ADMINISTRATION'S OPPOSITION TO ADEQUATELY FUNDING AND MAKING THE VA BUDGET MANDATORY MEANS FOR THE REST OF US AND THOSE YOUNGSTERS NOW SERVING IN AFGHANISTAN AND IRAQ.
MEDALS DO MAKE JOHN KERRY AND DECEIT MAKES THE BUSH ADMINISTRATION WHEN IT COMES TO SUPPORTING VETERANS AND THE TROOPS. JUST ASK THE LEADER OF ANY VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION Better yet read a REAL STORY - NOT SOME FANTASY MADE UP BY Don Bendell"
Wm. Fortner
St.Louis, Mo USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 13:41:01 (EST)
Thanks for your efforts to expose John Karry as he is - a dangerous flip flopper.
John Devol <john@brcpaoli.com>
Paoli, pa USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 13:07:59 (EST)
CONGRATULATIONS TO BOTH YOU AND YOUR WIFE
Tom Bokalosky <gringo9779@earthlink.net>
MOUNTAINAIR, NM USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11:53:34 (EST)
I'm currently attending the USAF Academy Preparatory School and getting ready to enter the Academy Class of 2008. Sometimes here, its hard to remember exactly what I'm trying to become a part of; the US Military. Hearing stuff like this just helps me to want to work harder to honor those who've come before me like yourself that actually appreciate this country. Thanks for your sacrifice and for your dedication to informing those that might not otherwise understand. It really does mean a lot.
Kyle Patrick Healey <p04kyle.healey@usafa.af.mil>
USAF Academy, CO USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11:39:31 (EST)
As a recent Retiree for the USAF and the ANG I want to thank you for standing up for ALL veterans. I deplore what John Kerry is saying and feel he need to be taken to task because of it. thanks and God bless
Gary McClendon <mcclendon_gary@hotmail.com>
Monument, co USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11:21:23 (EST)
I served in the 1st Special Operations Wing (USAF) in the early 1970's and remember how we were treated as 5th Class Citizens for serving. I was spat upon when I went to town...all because of the negative public criticisms of the US Armed Forces by Hanoi Jane and Hanoi John.
John Kerry and his warped idealology is the LAST thing we need for America right now.
I am one veteran that will vote AGAINST John Kerry for all the veterans who can't vote.
Dwane Clifford <dwaneclif@yahoo.com>
Apple Valley, CA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11:05:22 (EST)
82 airbone 1961-1965
gary grimshaw <grimshawsal@yahoo.com>
oswego, ny USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 11:01:36 (EST)
I served in the Navy (USS Parsons DDG-33) from 1967 - 1971. It was my duty and priviledge. What I learned from that duty and through my life is that freedom isn't free. It is bought (and fought for) by all who love it. Never compromise with terrorists. Never appease freedom haters.
Gary Averbeck <gaverbeck@carlson.com>
Brooklyn Center, MN USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 10:29:39 (EST)
THANK YOU!
I will do everything in my legal power to help defeat Kerry for President. Your articles will be a big help in this quest.
Jim
James H. Willson II <halldane@1st.net>
Toronto, OH USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 09:55:22 (EST)
Don--Great job on Fox News Live yesterday! At first, I didn't follow the rape analogy, but after thinking it through, it is RIGHT ON! I do feel "raped" by Kerry and others' actions! As the daughter of a Vietnam MIA who is still not repatriated, I see how Kerry and others' testimony and activism led to the US pullout in Vietnam and leaving behind Last Known Alive/MIA cases to perish. I was only 5 then, so some of this I am (allowing) myself to hear and understand for the first time. Some people ask: "Why bring all this Vietnam stuff up now, it doesn't matter..." I say to them, it matter very much now, because many people are turning the Iraq war into the same thing! Our Iraq I & II Vets deserve more than that and we need to learn from PAST MISTAKES and TRAITORS of all wars...My best to you and your lovely and brave wife, Shirley. Keep fighting the good fight for those of us who don't have the strength or solid knowledge to do it!
Stephanie Boston Danielson <stephnsyd@earthlink.net>
CO USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 09:39:51 (EST)
I served in the Navy. I was not in during any major conflicts, and I feel fortunate to have avoided any, but I do respect and honor all of my friends who still serve to protect our country. I thank you for taking the time to provide me with valuable info about Kerry. I have disliked him since I first heard of him, and I planned to vote for GWB again this year anyway, but you have further heightened my resolve against Kerry.
I would also like to thank you for the time you spent in the service, and I am glad that your life has turned out so well afterwards.
God bless you and your family.
Darrell Gelber <darrellgelber@hotmail.com>
Livermore, CA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 09:01:08 (EST)
Don, I served in Vietnam in 1965/66 retiring from the USMC after serving my country from Nov. 1942 until April 1967.
I have passed your three articles to 50 + friends in my address book, SOME BEING "YELLOW DOG DEMOCRATS"!
I doubt if these will read the "three" but even if they read one, it will give them a lot to think about.
Thanks for getting the truth out concerning John F. Kerry.
I would love to see his "MEDICAL RECORDS".
Rudy Folds <rudy4781@iland.net>
Windsor, Mo USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 08:35:20 (EST)
Thank YOU for your service to this country, for your active duty service and the current service, speaking out for what is right. All too often, the public has forgotten why we have fought so hard and given our life's blood. God bless you and the United States of America. David White, MSgt (USAF Ret.)
David White <David.White@ncmail.net>
Goldsboro, NC USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 08:02:42 (EST)
Thanks for all you do....I am so tired of the lies from the left. I have proudly served our Country for 28 years and have gone through the political ups and downs. After eight years of serving under Clinton, I cherish serving under our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush. Hoo-Ah !!
Dolores J. Hollenbeck , MSG <dolores.hollenbeck@arpstl.army.mil>
St Louis , MO USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 07:49:53 (EST)
We saw you on foxnews earlier tonight. Thanks for your hard work, and please don't stop informing everyone about John Kerry, the liar.
Darlene and Keith Stroschein <D_n_GunnieStro@msn.com>
Snohomish, WA USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 00:56:31 (EST)
Way to tell it like it is!! My hat is off to you and all the brave men and women of the military. I saw no combat as I served on a submarine'62-'69. I have deepest admiration and respect for the combat personel in all conflicts. I lost several friends in nam and my eyes tear up every time i see a man or women in uniform. I salute you all! Keep up the good work and let's keep Kerry and his kind out of Washington. Thanks again!...Let's Roll
Earl Buffaloe <thebuff77@aol>
Wendell, NC USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 00:49:36 (EST)
You are damn right and we need to do something about this!
Douglas Sean Foster <snkfoster@earthlik.net>
Clarksville, TN USA - Wednesday, March 31, 2004 at 00:05:17 (EST)
I enjoyed your article very much. I would like to see Kerry
exposed for the fraud that this man is. There really should be a national outcry for his removal from any public life of anykind.
John Logan <logan2@ezeeweb.com>
Trenton, il USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 23:19:52 (EST)
Anh co manh khoe khong? (How are you?)
You are a great man! Please keep going strong for America.
Minh Tran <minhctran2002@aol.com>
Newark, NJ USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 21:58:38 (EST)
Thanks Don You are a great American.to tell the truthabout John Kerry. WE pray to God that He does not Make it to the White House. I was in The Air Force 1954 thro 1957
Thanks AGain John W.
John W. and Rose Rushing <rosejohn@cox-internet.com>
Natchitoches, La. USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 21:14:12 (EST)
Served 72-92 with the US Army. Saw you on Fox News today and just wanted to thank you for all you have done. Keep up the good work!
This Vet...is not Fonda Kerry!
Skip Davison <skip@trans-video.net>
Northfield, VT USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 20:47:37 (EST)
Hey Mr. Bendell,
I just called you (Tues. March 30, 2004) in support of your editorials. Just thanking you again for your efforts that go a long way! Keep up the great work and know I am fighting by your side along with all the others to keep our great President Bush in office. De Oppresso Liber.
-Josh
Josh Underwood <sp311blink@aol.com>
Miami, FL USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 20:00:46 (EST)
Im Proud to be a Vietnam vet, and a 20 year Navy vet, and to be considered one of the "Band of Brothers".
I only want to say thank you for what you are doing, and
" I Salute you Sir". We do not need J F Kerry in the White house.
Dennis Daniels <carole@maxxconnect.net>
Summerville, SC USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 19:22:21 (EST)
I'm a member of the CAARNG(30+ years)and I greatly appreciate your stand for the Truth. I only recently became aware of some of what you are doing for the good of the order. Keep it up and God Bless you and yours.
Marley Patrick Rowen <marly.rowen@ca.ngb.army.mil>
Chico, CA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 19:15:51 (EST)
Don,
Just wanted to say thanks to you for telling Kerry how I feel.I would have used some other wording (*#@$%&*)if you know what I mean.I lost my father in VN.He flew "Black Birds" and lost his life trying to save the lives of a SOG team.I have spoken with Maj John Plaster several times to get my info correct.I hope my father and the thousands of other men and women that lost their lives in that war will not have to look down and see Kerry in the White House.I think he and Jane should have to stand trial for what they have done and he should never be able to hold any kind of office.Thanks again and you have my support in any way I can help.
Steve McCrary US Army
Steve McCrary <mcfoiler@nctc.com>
Difficult, TN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 19:02:55 (EST)
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR GREAT COUNTRY. I WAS SO HAPPY TO READ YOUR LETTER TO JOHN KERRY. I APPLAUD YOU FOR YOUR STAND AND FOR LETTING HIM KNOW WHAT A LIAR HE REALLY IS. I WISHED MORE V. VETS WOULD SPEAK UP. THANK YOU FOR DOING SO. MY BOY WAS IN KUWAIT. IT WAS AN ANXIOUS TIME FOR US. IT DID NOT HAPPEN THOUGH ON CLINTON`S WATCH. THANK GOD FOR A BRAVE PRESIDENT WE HAVE NOW. GOD BLESS YOU AND GOD BLESS AMERICA. C. PATTERSON
CONNIE PATTERSON <CP7043@AOL.COM>
SHERMAN, IL. USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 18:23:21 (EST)
Dear Don,
Thanks for exposing Hanoi John for what he actually is, a consummate and shameless liar, and a traitor to all the brave Americans and allies that gallantly fought in Vietnam against the oppression that Soviet Marxist Leninist Expansionism was in the near future going to bring upon all the people of South Vietnam, as it indeed happened, and as it is currently happening right now, for Vietnam remains a repressive communist dictatorship, which America recognized diplomatically under the administration of pro-Hanoi draft dodger Bill Clinton, and under heavy lobby by John Kerry (and, unfortunately, by John McCain).
An active supporter of Hanoi while in college, but sailing under the mantra of opposing the Vietnam war, Kerry went to Vietnam against his will; he attempted to obtain deferment under the ludicrous excuse that he wanted to extend his schooling…in Paris, but the Draft Board rejected the shameless ruse. He then chose the Navy, hoping that he was going to remain on a ship in high seas, far from the conflict, but the Navy thought different and he ended up in one of those boats in the Mekong. Once under fire by his beloved Viet Cong and Hanoi soldiers, he had no other choice but to fight…for his hide; it was only his primordial instinct of survival, and not his devotion for country and honor, what ended up earning him those medals, which upon return to civilian life, instead of honoring them, he used as a stump to air his pro-Hanoi sentiments with all those lies…demonizing you veterans in the process.
Now his defenders argue that what he said in Congress as a witness about the nauseating atrocities he said you vets had committed and were at the time committing in Vietnam was no more than repeating what he had heard from others during meeting with veterans in Detroit and elsewhere. However he didn’t make such clarification when testifying in front of Congress, were he was deposing as a witness, as someone that had himself witnessed the atrocities he was attributing to you, depicting you as despicable monsters, contrary to the honorable, brave veterans the vast majority you folks are.
You have the credentials and the audience, please do keep referring to him as Hanoi John, make the name stick for he deserves it; he, as much as Hanoi Jane, was very instrumental in augmenting the torture that our POWs were suffering in the dungeons of Hanoi; he, as much as Hanoi Jane, was very instrumental in hurting the morale of our soldiers in the battlefield; he, as much as Hanoi Jane, was very instrumental in making the American people lose the will to win in Vietnam.
Young people don’t know who he is, all what they hear is what the biased media keeps repeating, that he is a decorated Vietnam veteran.
And for those who know about his aiding and abetting the enemy but conveniently want to cover up arguing that it is something that happened more than 30 years ago, riposte that if Kerry is bringing up the medals he won more than 30 years ago, he may as well be reminded of his traitorous behavior little bit later.
Having had a pro-Hanoi, draft-dodger, consuetudinary liar and scoundrel –Clinton that is— as commander in chief is more than enough! We don’t need another of the same ilk; we don’t want Hanoi John as president.
Last thought, get on Rush Limbaugh’s and Sean Hannity’s radio shows, as well as on O’Reilly’s, Hannity & Colmes and John Gibson’s TV shows
Sincerely,
Rene Guerra
Rene Guerra <ReneFGuerra@aol.com>
Sunnyvale, CA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 18:06:08 (EST)
I sent your letter out to all my contacts & only got
one bad responce.. The Trouble is most Americans wait
for others to fight their fights.
My Husband spent 32 months in VN & still is very bitter over
how he was treated when he came home. Hates Fonda &
is now 71 & 100% disabled. I lost the Husband I kissed
goodby when he went to war & had to learn to love who he
was when he came home. April 08,2004 will be our 52 Anniversary. Keep up the good work.
Anita S. <shortwomananita@netscape.net>
San Angelo, TX USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 17:33:25 (EST)
Thank you for pointing out Kerry for eho he really is. Too bad he isn't living in one of the foreign countries which endorses him. Let him call one of those leaders liars, and accuse them falsely. We could send a memorial to his funeral! I do blieve President Bush is held together by a substantial backbone! Thank you and all other veterans who proudly served our nation - and continue to do so.....God bless all.
Inez B. Norwood <vibn@charter.net>
Murray, KY USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 17:15:42 (EST)
Dear Don Bendell, Thanks for speaking out, I am a Vietnam Veteran having served with the 11th Armored Cavalry "Blackhorse" Regiment as a scout. I was in B Troop 1/11 and in the ambush of 2 December 1966 which is recounted in General Starry's book, Vietnam Studies-Mounted Combat in Vietnam, Deparment of The Army. I was doing a job as we all were, serving our country. You are right on Don about Vietnam Veterans "THANKS" for being our advocate and laying it on the line, go for it brother, I stand with you. I have e-mailed your web site to my contacts. Thanks for serving Don, God Bless you and your family.
James M Thompson
S/Sgt B Troop ACAV 22
James M Thompson <blackhorse@earthlink.net>
Warren, OH USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 15:14:38 (EST)
Dear Don,
In a effort to gain unbias information on John Kerry after he received the Democratic nomination, I went to snopes.com. (Urban Legends) I remember what happened to my brother and friends during Viet Nam so when I saw that picture of him with Jane Fonda I almost threw up. No way will a traitor and a threat to our national security get my vote!
Cynthia Farlow <CynFarlow@aol.com>
Lincoln City, CA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 14:59:45 (EST)
Don, Just a short thank you from some of us old vets. Thank you for so eliquently putting in words how many of us feel about Sen. Kerry and others. Many of us combat vets would love the chance to tell Sen. Kerry in person how we really feel since he thinks he speaks for us! Thanks again Don! RLTW!
MSGT(R) Randall L. Lusk <RangerLusk256@aol.com>
Henryville, IN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 14:40:24 (EST)
Don, Just a short thank you from some of us old vets. Thank you for so eliquent
MSGT(R) Randall L. Lusk <RangerLusk256@aol.com>
Henryville, IN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 14:37:06 (EST)
I have to agree with you Don. This "man" doesn't deserve to be president of this country. He needs to get his priorities staight before he can even consider being our commander-in-chief.
Barbara Hamann <barbsangelgrl@aol.com>
Canon City, Co USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 14:08:01 (EST)
I SAW YOU ON FOX NEWS AND WAS GRATEFUL FOR YOUR COMMENTS ON "HANOI JOHN". I SERVED IN VIETNAM AS A FO WITH THE 23D IN DIV. MY YOUNGER SON SPENT A YEAR IN IRAQ WITH THE 82D ABN DIV. AS AN INFANTRY SGT. KERRY HAS ALREADY TURNED HIS BACK ON HIS MILITARY BROTHERS ONE TIME AND I DO NOT WANT TO SEE HIM DO IT AGAIN TO MY SON OR ANY OTHER MILITARY HERO. THANKS FOR YOUR MOVEMENT. ED UNDERWOOD, US ARMY (RET).
ED UNDERWOOD <JAILCATS@AOL.COM>
CANTON, NC USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 14:03:54 (EST)
Don, Saw you on FOX News, Amen Brother.
The disinformation on the part of main stream media is out of control. It is obvious. READ 'THE VENONA SECRETS (declassified Soviet documents)' I had a 'gut instinct'back during my tour Quang Tri C 1/6(USMC 1969-1973 MOS 0311 grunt)that forces inside America were working against US. Much is revealed the older we get in spite of ABC,CBS,NBC,CNN, NY Times etc.
Many here will not allow organizations like 'not in our name' cause any disruption with military bases. We have already confronted a few. Fortunately (for them) they avoided meeting with us. Not sure if you heard but during the Daytona 500 a few anti American anti Bush protestors were attacked by a group of iritated, angry women. After a few minutes we pulled our women off the protestors before we lost control. A few anti American protestors were hospitalized. I believe a few received more wounds then Kerry did. Not mentioned in the news but was in local newspaper. For obvious reason, main stream media doesn't want people to know that Americans are standing up for our President.
Theory-- If not for the brillant idea of 'imbed reporters'(giving our military a name and a face) the extreme liberal today would be calling our military 'baby killers' like they did to us.
Take Care
Gary Carroll <G0340@aol.com>
Palm Beach Gardens, Fl USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 13:00:36 (EST)
Mr. Bendell,
I saw & heard you on Fox News Channel this morning.
First off, I appreciate your service to our country.
For myself, I am a Colorado native now working in Las Vegas.
I too am a Viet Nam vet. I was in the US Air Force and served in & around Da Nang Air Base throughout 1968. I have two other brothers who also served in Viet Nam in 1968 & 1969. One, Tom, served in the U S Navy aboard several river patrol boats cruising the rivers and byways in I Corps and the other, Bill, was A U S Army Green Beret whose team worked with the Montenyards(SP) in I Corps. I also have two sons now on active duty in the U S Air Force. Both are Combat Controllers in Special Ops Units and have recently served in Afghanistan, Iraq and elsewhere.
What you say about what John Kerry said and done after his stay in Viet Nam is important and needs to be said many more times in many more venues. Kerry's words and actions have hurt me and my brave & honorable brothers and comrades for all time.
Thank you, keep up the good work.
Ron Bowser <vivagold@prodigy.net>
Las Vegas , NV USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:50:55 (EST)
Dear Mr. Bendell, I saw you on fox news this morning and did a search to read your articles on John Kerry. I want to thank you for enlightening us on the traitor trying to run for president. I have forwarded your site to friends, and I posted it on my forum
http://www.jeffduhaime.com/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.pl encourageing people to read your articles especially if they plan on voting for the flip flopper. Thanks for serving for our country also.
sincerely yours,
kathy from MA.
Kathy
bellingham, Ma USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:44:13 (EST)
Thank you for your dedicated service to our country. I enlisted in 1971 and retired in 1996 after serving in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy. I am a veteran of Viet Nam, Desert Storm, and Bosnia. I receive 30% service connected disability from the Veteran Affairs. I am glad we have someone like you that is taking a stand to this so-called war hero, a total disgrace to any person who has, is, or will serve this great nation of ours. I am really afraid of what will happen to this country, our military,and the VA (because there are a lot of our "Band of Brothers" that are a lot worse off than I am who really need the help of the VA)if he is elected. I have heard that the VFW is supporting him, I would like to know if this is true, if it is, then I will give up my membership even though it is a life membership. God bless you and your wife for your beliefs and may he protect those in your family who are serving. L8R
Gil "Buddha" Martin <marting@tristate.edu>
Osceola, IN US - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:29:36 (EST)
Don,
John Kerry is a disgrace to ALL veterans! My father, John Nelson Bair fought and died in France in '45 for the freedoms we enjoy today. His Purple Heart was truley earned. John Kerry may have caused some of our Nam POWs to suffer needlessly. For that, I would never forgive him and consider him a traitor. He will burn in Hell before he gets my vote.
Regards,
John Bair
John J. Bair <jbair@columbus.rr.com>
Columbus, Ohio USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:16:16 (EST)
Thanks for your research and leadership. How about running for congress. You are a striking figure. Just saw you on Fox.
Is it true Kerry only spent four months in Nam? Should this be brought out? How much total time in the army? I was regular army in Germany and missed a tour in Nam because of reserves brought in. I considered myself lucky, but do bear some guilt for not being there.
I think you need to ask yourself if you should get out a quick book on Viet Nam Veterans and Kerry before the election. I am sure you could get some help.
Keep up the great work. You set a wonderful example, as does your wife.
All the best,
Ron Wagner
Ronald C. Wagner <psychrn7n@yahoo.com>
Mount Auburn, IL USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:10:07 (EST)
Keep your nose to the wind.
John McIntosh <blueridgemtnnc@aol.com>
Horse Shoe, NC USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 12:04:09 (EST)
Don, you were great at getting what needed to be said in such a short time frame. I hope this is just the beginning. Next Sean Hannity and Rush Limbaugh. Scarborough Country, and Chris Matthews etc... I want you to know that I am at your beck and call if you need help in the future as I am sure all of us veterans are. Thanks again and God bless you and your family. Bob F.
Bob Faunce RMC-USN-RET <robertfaunce@bellsouth.net>
Vero Beach, FL USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 11:53:24 (EST)
Hello don,
A friend sent me your letter about Joh Scarry. RIGHT ON Sir. This turkey must be defeated. I'm standing by right now to watch Fox News. It's 0933 Mar 30.
Max Gott
Harold M. "Max" Gott lt/Col USAF (RET) <gotthmda@bresnan.net>
Moontrose, CO USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 11:34:48 (EST)
Please don't include this Veteran as one who supports your so obviously biased opinions. When I read your editorials I see a man who is exploiting his time served defending our country as a way to also sell books and promote his personal politics. Fortunately, I am not the mindless voter you describe. I am educated, intelligent, and independent. I am not swayed by hate no matter how much you profess to have properly investigated it all. Your defense of the Presidents military record,(or the lack of one), only proves how biased you are. Of course, my opinion probably doesn't count since I am not part of your "band of brothers". Us silly female Veterans probably don't rate real high in your opinion since we cannot compete with your combat record. You seem too ready to compare your combat time with Senator Kerry's as if yours was more important than his. How sad that you enjoy advancing the opinion that one Veteran is worth more than another.
Julie Bryant <therare88@mchsi.com>
Iowa City, IA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 10:56:13 (EST)
Someone just forwarded your Open Letter to John Kerry to me. I had never heard of you before (sorry!) but was blown away by this letter! I'm passing it along to everyone I know and praying they will do the same. Thank you for speaking up and keep up the great work!!!
Diane Moody <diane@hedge.org>
TN USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 10:15:33 (EST)
Spot on commentary about Kerry, Don. Keep up the great work. I hope American starts listening.
I was "in country" when Kerry testified about the "war crimes" my men and I were committing. While that alone would not disqualify him for the presidency, he has been consistently without principles ever since.
Lou Bauman <lbauman@sisna.com>
Park City, UT USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 10:06:42 (EST)
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D E Hart <dsquarehart@aol.com>
blanchester , oh USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 08:36:57 (EST)
Hey fellow conservatives, if it's correct to say democratic for the demos, why isn't correct to say "republicanic" for a republicans, me thinks there is a hidden (or should I say a subliminal motive here), just a pet peeve of mine, I had to get it off my "republicanic" chest.
Hubert Miller <stinkydog89@msn.com>
Monument, Co USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 08:28:02 (EST)
Thank you for your article on John Kerry. I love George W and although I was raised in a democratic family, I cast my first Presidental vote when I was 18. My first vote was for Ike. I have voted Republican ever since. I am now 69. I love the fact that our President is a Christian. This country was founded on believing in the grace of God but it seems that many people have forgotten that.
Delores McLeod <demcleod@sbcglobal.net>
Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 08:20:43 (EST)
I agree with you 100%. I am proud and glad that you and others like you have kept America free. Thank you and your family's dedication to our nation. Thank God for people like you. You make me proud again to be an American.
Patricia A. Clark <patriciaa_clark@yahoo.com>
Weaver, AL USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 08:03:08 (EST)
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las, ni ingeria - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 07:41:50 (EST)
Excellent articles on John Kerry
Don Moore <don.moore@calibresys.com>
Manassas, VA USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 07:28:03 (EST)
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To mark the first anniversary of the invasion, Oliveira was far from the battlefront -- he was taking part in his first peace rally. Two months after being honorably discharged, Oliveira decided to speak out against the invasion of Iraq for the first time. Today this decorated 16-year Navy veteran talks with Democracy Now! in his first national interview to criticize the U.S. invasion of Iraq and President Bush."
George <gpaget@hotmail.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 00:24:02 (EST)
Dear Sir,
Thank you so very much for getting the word about John Kerry. I destest him! I look forward to watching you on Fox tomorrow at 11:30. I am married to Col. Judson D. Daley (ret). He retired 1 1/2 yrs ago. Never dreamed he would stay in 30yrs. nor retire at Col. Buck Sgt. was what he came out from boot camp! My husband was Chief of Staff of USMTM, SAudi Arabia, 95-97. I was with him. I will never ever forget the bombing of Khobar Towers. It shook us right out of our bed! Our house shook and made the most unusual sounds. It was eerie to say the least. I had never ever been in a war zone before. So I could only imagine what one must truly be like. I thought we were going to die. I will never ever forget the mushroom cloud as we headed out of our home. As I was asking my husband which way is the base and as he told me we watched that cloud rise into the night sky. Nor will I ever forget the night on the tarmac that 19 American flagged draped coffins were placed lovingly in the C-5. It was so serene that I could not leave until the nose closed. I apologize for going on yet I truly fear what will happen if John Kerry is elected President!
Thank you again for your love of country and your fellow man.
May God Bless you
Joyce Daley just a warriors wife
Joyce Daley <Daleyjud@earthlink.net>
Lithia, fl USA - Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at 00:19:26 (EST)
Dear Don,
Thank you for your service and thank you for the editorials on Kerry. Being from Massachusetts originally,I can tell you that I am ashamed of Kerry and Kennedy both. I tried to get into the Marines to serve in 'Nam and was knocked down medically, the same thing happened in the draft. I was however "good enough" to be a police officer. My uncle Arthur D. LaMotte was killed on Iwo Jima at 20 years old with the third Marine division.God Bless our soldiers , country and our president. Keep up the good work and continue to let everyone know about Kerry. I certainly will pass the info along to all my friends.
Arthur D. LaMotte <lovirishcr@yahoo.com>
Ocala, Fl USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 22:14:20 (EST)
Thank you for your service
pat schurig <pschurig@msn.com>
mesa, az USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 20:53:48 (EST)
Great job on your website and exceptional, well written articles on john kerry. i served for 7 and half years aboard submarines and don't take well to anyone that bad mouths our heros in uniform, regardless of branch. i like your quote about defender of GOD and country fisrt, AND THEN the politicians....
Raymond Adams <rpadams@bellsouth.net>
Marathon, FL USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 20:48:15 (EST)
I served in SE Asia for 4 years as a Master Sergeant (Non-commissioned officer). Even as an enlisted man, I knew -- AS A MATTER OF DUTY and standing orders -- that reports alleging war crimes were to be officially reported, whether I believed them as rumors or as truth. I also knew that as a matter of Military Law, I was required to report any first-hand knowledge of any felony or particularly war crimes. Do the same rules and Law not bind a Commissioned Officer? I still find it almost unconscionable that Kerry was not court-martialed or even charged – condemned by his own testimony.
Tom McKee
USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 19:32:04 (EST)
Thank you Don, not only for the truth about Kerry, but your service to our country. In 1972 at the age of 17, right after high school, I joined the Navy to serve my county like my brother and father before me did. During my 3 years of active duty, I did not go to Vietnam and serve in country, although our ship was ready and we spent 2 days loading ammo onboard, we were cancelled and another ship was sent before us, but allot of my friends did. Most came back, but some did not. Because of this I feel closer to the Vietnam Vets then maybe others, but I am a Veteran who loves our great Country and will always support our Commander and our Troops no matter where they go. As for Kerry, I have no respect for him other then being a Veteran. I'm glad the truth is coming out about him and I thank you for being able to get the info out past the liberal media. Good luck as you go forward.
T.E. Muse (EM3) <hdlefty03@yahoo.com>
Howell, MI USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 18:32:18 (EST)
I wish there were more out there getting the Kerry truth to the masses - the Liberal press won't.
I served in Korea, DMZ 1958 - got hit by friendly fire and lost my leg. Unlike Kerry I don't warrent a purple heart, not combat even thought the Z was a dangerous place. Jim J
PFC J.A.Julien retired Army <yjajj@aol.com>
sterling heights, MI USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 13:20:14 (EST)
Don, thanks for the info on our "friend", Kerry! Will pass it around to every veteran voter that I know!
CW4 (Ret) J. Scott Hill <scottiehill@earthlink.net>
Louisa, Va. USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 12:48:00 (EST)
Don, I have read your editorials and want to commend you for your efforts to inform the general public on John Kerry. I share your thoughts and beliefs,keep up the good work. I served with Col Mize in the 3rd Corp Mike Force and later at SF Schools when he was the Director. Looking forward to seeing you on Fox.
God Bless America and the President of The United States.
A.Rubio,D-1460L sends.
Anthony L Rubio <anthony.rubio@jtfb.southcom.mil>
USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 11:48:40 (EST)
Don, I have read your editorials and want to commend you for your efforts to inform the general public on John Kerry. I share your thoughts and beliefs,keep up the good work. I served with Col Mize in the 3rd Corp Mike force and later at SF Schools when he was the Director. Looking forward to seeing you on Fox.
God Bless America and the President of The United States.
A.Rubio,D-1460L sends.
Anthony L Rubio <anthony.rubio@jtfb.southcom.mil>
USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 11:48:15 (EST)
Keep up the good work!
Steven Sexton <ssexton@localnet.com>
Bolivar, NY USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 09:50:18 (EST)
I am a Viet Nam veteran (1969-1970). I want to thank you for your stand and your efforts to set the record straight on John Kerry. It is difficult to argue with some of these people who think he is a better alternative. I appreciate the ammunition you have given me to counter their propaganda from ultra-liberal web sites.
Ted Pansey <Theodoriki@AOL.COM>
Hazel Park, MI USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 07:01:09 (EST)
Great Site Don. I was a B-52 Pilot and C-123 pilot. I do not regret my 20 years in the AF or the many months in and around Vietnam. God bless America, President Bush and our troops.
Richard T.Reiter <rreiter@deltanet.com>
Yorba Linda, CA USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 02:59:31 (EST)
Great site, I will be checking it daily and passing it on. My wife, who is Japanese, and I will be watching Fox news on the 30th. My great uncle was in the Marines in WWI (France). My Uncle was in the Marines in WWII. I was in the Marines from 1954-1982 and served in Vietnam with the Purple Foxes (HMM-364). Worked fixing the helicopters at night and flew as a door gunner in the day. I really resent John Kerry calling us baby killers and I resent the disservice he has done to the Vietnam Vets. I didn't receive a medal for killing a wounded Viet Cong, but I did receive the Navy/Marine Corps Medal for helping save 54 Vietnamese children during the floods on 10/30/70. Keep your comments coming about Kerry, I will continue to work to get as many people as I can to register to vote in November.
MGySgt Gerald Thompson USMC Retired <top1294@netzero.net>
Millington, TN USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 01:06:12 (EST)
Don.... Enjoyed your article about Kerry. My son and I are into Taekwondo. Martial arts is great for the kids and us older guys who want to geat back in to shape.
Steve Sabel
Bellevue, WA USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 00:53:23 (EST)
I thank God we in this Country have the freedom people like you gave us. I hope after all you went through you are being blessed. Thank you and other Vet's for my freedom! I for one will NEVER allow our Soldiers to be treated like you guys were. I'm ashamed of what our Country did back then. WE MUST LEARN !!! Please keep up the GREAT job of exposing the people for what they are!
Sir, THANK YOU FOR MY FREEDOM!!
You are Not forgotten,
Joe
I'm a proud US citizen and I vote!
Joe <jmerge@nfdc.net>
Shrewsbury, Pa USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 00:45:57 (EST)
Keep up the great work, and thanks for your service!
MAJ Joseph A. Marsiglia <joseph.marsiglia@us.army.mil>
Gaylord, MI USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 00:24:26 (EST)
I caught your article on the STAR VET forum.
Thank you for finding the correct words and tone that so clearly state my problem with Kerry. He may present solutions to a number of problems our country is currently facing, but I can't help but wonder how much is political fluff. He reminds me to much of the self centered officers I had the privilege to serve with over my 20 year career.
Your question needs to be answered by Mr Kerry...As an Officer, with knowledge of war crimes, duty bound to report them, where are the reports? Did he fail to uphold the oath he took? Or did he lack the courage? Either way, he loses in my book. No ethics or no courage. Or maybe a combination of both?
David Barber, SFC, USA(Ret) <davbar@adelphia.net>
Niagara Falls, NY USA - Monday, March 29, 2004 at 00:15:15 (EST)
Don, your open letter of Feb 22, 2004 was obviously from the heart... The facts don't lie... You gave great clarity to the garbage Kerry and his ilk try to spread upon the people of this great land... Thankyou for all that you have done for us and continue to do... I would like to meet you personally and shake your hand, but I'll probably have to settle for reading your books... God bless you and yours, Carl
CARL <DADD19@COMCAST.NET>
VANCOUVER, WA USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 22:14:11 (EST)
Two years back from Nam, Hanoi John started his "hearings". While I in my heart felt proud for my service, the news did not portray that thanks to Mr Kerry. Today we have that same "news" puporting to tell us all how bad war is again and how the Democrats are attuned somehow better to the needs of our countries defense. 35 years later this time I will do something about it. 1st VOTE and then 2ndly spread the truth about Hanoi John's activities. Morals make the man. This JFK does not have them. God Bless George Bush.
William Nelson <dataman1@epix.net>
Etters, Pa USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 17:55:45 (EST)
RIGHT ON! John Kerry is a combination of Teddy Kennedy,
Bill Clinton, and George McGovern all in one package. God
help us all if John Kerry were to be elected leader of our
nation, and more especially during this time of war against terror. No need in changing horses in mid-stream!
Philip Barker <info@spiritvp.com>
Round Rock, TX USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 17:51:36 (EST)
Good job on shedding some light on John kerry. I am currently an 18C assigned to 7th SFG(A). I do not know a single person (soldier) who will feel comfortable with the leadership or lack of leadership that John Kerry will provide, if elected.
De Oppresso Liber.
dave armstrong <daveatpd@aol.com>
Fort Bragg, NC USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 15:39:38 (EST)
The Website is so easy to read for an OLD "Airman" like myself. I was a medic. "NIGHTMEDIC". Google.com will take you there. No big deal really. Please sign my guestbook
God bless you and your wife, Don. We must not let Kerry win. Right now, people are finding out the truth about "hanoi john". I respect all Vets, no matter what they did, but he disrespected all the Vets I have been associated with. Thank God there are Vets like you out there that can bring "ALL" the truth regarding Kerry's lies. See the Arkansas Democrat Gazette"Today, Sunday's edition"..Vets are going to see what kind of man he really is...............IN brohterhood.. March 28th, 04
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Thanks for all that you're doing to keep the traitor, Hanoi John out of the White House.
Rudy Meares,CPO, USN (Ret)WWII/Korea
Rudy Meares <cporudy@aol.com>
Middleburg, Fl USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 13:31:18 (EST)
Thanks for speaking out against this phony.Im a x-marine sargent 53-57, also a pilot
for Flying Tiger Line 61-96.I brought you in and took you home from war in asia,for the
entire war.I could not be prouder of troops who served. Capt Charles Griffith.
Charles Griffith <cegriffithxtiger@aol.com>
west palm beach, Fl USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 11:35:52 (EST)
I appreciated your remarks concerning American Veterans, and thank you for your expose
on the character and history of J.F. Kerry. I was USAF Regular for 6 years during the 70s,
and I'll help to further the spread of your message. God bless you and yours.
Norm Millsap Jr <nmillsapjr@alltel.net>
Stockton, MO USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 05:50:55 (EST)
Sir, liked all your comments about J.F.Kerry. As an ex British Soldier, I respect your
U.S.Forces and their C-in-C G.W. Bush.
les henry <lesnuanjj@hotmail.com>
pattaya, Thailand - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 03:24:48 (EST)
Great site.Kerry's turncoat behaviour is a measure of his character. What we have seen
of "W' is real character. I see "W''s" character miles ahead of Hanoi
John's. I am proud to have served my country in Nam. I flew CCC as a door gunner until
5/23/69 when wounds sent me to Walter Reed for 18 months and 3 months more in VA
hospitals. I encourage all veterans to impact those around them for the coming election.
Most veterans can see Kerry as a very wealthy gold digging man. John Kerry is for John
Kerry, not the USA. Thanks for the mention to speak of CCC as we had to keep it under our
hats when we returned. It was quite a "trip". "Clear right".
Jim Booth <booooth69@hotmail.com>
South China , ME USA - Sunday, March 28, 2004 at 00:08:32 (EST)
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