On cross-examination...

From the Federalist Patriot:

"Thirty-five years ago, a president faced a similar dilemma in Vietnam. He gave in and we got 'peace with honor.' To this day, I am still searching for that honor. Today, those who defend our freedom every day do so as volunteers with a clear and certain purpose. Today, they have in their commander in chief someone who will not allow us to sink into self-pity. ... Those who lost their lives believed in the mission. To honor their memory, and because it's right, we must believe in the mission, too. We refuse to allow Cindy Sheehan to speak for all of us. Instead, we ask you to learn the individual stories. They are glorious. Honor their memories. Honor their service. Never dishonor them by giving in. They never did." --Ronald Griffin, father of Spc. Kyle Andrew Griffin, recipient of the Army Commendation Medal, Army Meritorious Service Medal and the Bronze Star, who was killed near Tikrit on 30 May 2003.