I read this and couldnt hold back the tears. Why are WE as a Nation.. a Great Nation... ignoring ALL these warning signs and throwing our Men and Women away like they were disposable. Did we learn NOTHING from the reams of medical journals kept from Viet Nam???

http://www.newsday.com/news/local/ny...36,print.story

Bob

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Crane Hi4TC, Thunderheader, Mikuni 42mm
Road Captain PGR #89921, 1998 Sportster 1200 Sport - All stock

Newsday will look for any opportunity to bash the USA and our military. Where are their stories about how well things are going in Iraq since the surge?

Yes war is hell. Yes some pay the ultimate price. I'm very sorry for the young man and his family.

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Some like it hot!

"The Nation&nbsp\\;which forgets it's defenders, will itself be forgotten"&nbsp\\;
Nuff said, point made, THINK 'bout it, folks.&nbsp\\;

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So Many Bikes, So Few Bikers.

Yes this is a very sad outcome. They volunteer their services and some gave all. You would think we could provide better help for those in need. Its easier for some to turn their heads and look away. I hope as a Nation this is being addressed and resolved. (quick like) At all cost.&nbsp\\;

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Ya know, I'm just not going to comment.&nbsp\\; Many already know how I feel and I don't like stirring the pot.&nbsp\\; This is nothing new and post stress has always been around......always.&nbsp\\; Military folks have always not even gotten a straw, let alone the short one.&nbsp\\; I hope it all changes in time.&nbsp\\; Prayers out to all who need the help.

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Kansas Patriot Guard
3 out of 4 people make up 75% of the population

r.i.p troop[sm=americanasmiley.gif]

similar situation for this hero[sm=americanasmiley.gif]

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"Magna Res Est Vocis Et Silentii Temper Amentum"

(The Great Thing Is To Know When To Speak, And When To Keep Silent)


And By The Way; I'm Not Your "Bro"..

When i first joined The Edison, i worked with an older fellow who served in WW2. I never heard his whole story, but he was a surviver of a US submarine sinking. The only things he told me where about the local VA hospital that had a " crazy floor" where he spent many years. Being locked away must be as bad as the original stress. God Bless you Joe Dwyer

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3 words - THANK YOU Gonz

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U don't quit ridin' cuz U git Ol', U git Ol'cuz U quit ridin'

American by Birth - Biker by Choice - Saved by GOD's Grace
So Many Bikes, So Few Bikers.