Steve Pitkin wants to apologize to Vietnam veterans for what he did and said at the Winter Soldier Investigation. "The VVAW found me during a difficult time in my life, and I let them use me to advance their political agenda. They pressured me to tell their lies, but that's no excuse for what I did. I just want people to know the truth and to make amends as best I can. I'd hate to see the troops serving today have to go through what Vietnam veterans did."Mr. Pitkin,
I only wish that you had the wisdom of your years to have avoided these poor decisions. Your guilt may have driven you to make things right, but make things right you did. Your future actions demonstrate that you, indeed, were repentant of your actions and went on to earn honor in service to your country.
Mr. Kerry lacks any courage to admit that what he did was wrong. For that, no right-minded American citizen should ever forgive him. If Mr. Kerry had any courage, he would apologize, accept his actions, and face the consequences, be they what they may. Alas, however, John Kerry is a coward who don't deserve to lick the dirt off your boots, sir.
I will leave it to your fellow veterans to forgive you for your youthful indiscretions, but, I for one, find your courage to admit your mistakes admirable and forgiveness worthy. I wish you God's speed in life.
Well said, I agree. He has spent his time in hell, and has redeemed himself by exposing the lies. Late found, but guts, nonetheless.