[Grizzled Bear]

While I certainly can’t say that I support his decision, he is showing some sort of courage. He may or may not be afraid to fight in Iraq, but he obviously isn’t afraid to fight here.

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Watada joined the U.S. Army during a time of war. Then he began protesting the war and refused to obey lawful orders. He is a liar and an opportunist. He should be tried for treason and sedition.

As far as I recall Ali was drafted. There’s a huge difference.

[secretagent]

He is a liar and an opportunist. He should be tried for treason and sedition.

Liar and opportunist about what?

As for treason, in what way? Watada didn't communicate with the "enemy", revealing secrets, like Benjamin Arnold.

Sedition? I don't see him advocating rebellion against the government.