Eric, Great job for keeping this issue alive. I agree with the comments made by DP that this issue should not be one that pits "liberals versus conserative" but one where we ask ourselves if we truely appreciate the significance of Veteran's Day. To be a Veteran one does not have to be a Republican, Democrat, Moderate, etc., but just have a desire to serve his or her Nation and commit to that desire to serve by joining one of the Armed Services. It is a serious commitment that does ask a lot from anyone that does enlist. For some, our Nation has asked the ultimate sacrifice be made. We need to honor these brave men and women, and use this day of remembrance to pay respect for those that did more then just talk about service before self. I can only hope and pray that our country continues to produce brave men and women that are willing to answer our Nation's call to serve in the Armed Forces. Lastly I agree with your comment to lol and would like to elborate as well. To lol, "why the hostility? We should always welcome dialogue and discussion on matters that have importance to us, no matter the timing. Additionally, I would add to Eric's last sentence to ask you to have the courage to speak opening and not hide behind three letters."