You know them, that group of individuals who are trustworthy, always helpful, and looking out for
Y'all sit there and grin a little wider, point your finger and say "I told you so" a little louder, now that "D2K" has given his life doing what he felt he should be doing.
But remember, this wasn't just another number on a Goddamn tally sheet. Some folks have been just giddy waiting to see this, waiting for another chance to flame Bush and point out how bad of a job he's doing. No, this was another human being, killed by people who don't really give a flying fuck what color you are, how rich you are, whether you're left or right, whether you like steak or carrots, whether you like guys, girls, or both.
They only care that we are American and that we are still alive.
I don't want those soldiers to have to stay in Iraq. But you know what? Call me selfish, but I prefer the fighting be done over there rather than have them coming over here.
Just for the record, his name:
Staff Sgt. George T. Alexander Jr., 34, Killeen Texas.
3rd Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Benning, Ga.
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