I have a bit a problem with Kerry throwing ribbons/metals. I think he has shown some degree of contrition about not handling that correctly in his youth. The bottom line is he volunteered to serve his country and it sounds like he served it well. I have listened to statements from some of the guys who served with him and have heard a lot of good things said about him and that he demonstrated leadership in the heat of battle.

John Kerry is not alone in terms of Americans who had mixed feelings about that war. The fact that he had the courage to speak his mind, to me shows leadership. To paint him as some kind of anti American is misguided.