I like Bill M.'s comparison of two true patriot heroes (Bush/McCain) to those who call themselves leaders in the Republican Party today. One of the many reasons why I became an Independent a few months ago was the way in which Trump, a cowardly draft dodger, had the temerity to call into question the courage of the late John McCain. —Allen P., Massachusetts
I'm old enough to recall the Iraq election in 2005 when Republicans in this country smiled with pride about the "purple fingers" displayed in Iraq by those who voted. Turnout was phenomenal. Iraqis literally risked their lives to vote. Republicans did not try to keep anyone from voting, they didn't push for limiting polling hours, and so on. Our military provided security. In fact, from George W. Bush on down, Republicans called on everyone to vote. The spread of democracy.
Many of those same Republicans, and more, are now giving the middle finger to Americans when it comes to voting. We tried to spread democracy 20 years ago to the Middle East, only to kill it here. Do as we say, but not as we do. The same people who want all people to vote in another country, want to keep people from voting here. As a veteran in a family of veterans, I am disgusted by the actions of anyone who tries to stop people from voting, especially in this country. —Bill T., Arizona
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