Opinion

Respect the fallen - and their flag

Posted October 26, 2016 12:01 am

This is a follow up response to the letter by Rich Niemaszyk in the Oct. 14 "Your views" section regarding "Colin Kaepernick and others."

I am a Vietnam veteran and agree with Rich's comments.

I would like to add:

I did not lose friends in Vietnam so that others could disrespect the flag or National Anthem. This is a disservice to all who served and died, be they white, black, including the Tuskegee Airmen of WWII, or any other individual. I understand the 1st Amendment to free speech; but maybe those who feel they want to protest, burn a flag or not respect the National Anthem or Pledge Of Allegiance, go to the airport when a fallen soldier or his remains is brought home, or attend the individual's funeral. Rather, they should offer condolences to the family of the fallen and respect them and their flag.

Harold Mierisch

Gilberts

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