Mike, come one, this is ME you're talking to here. You don't have to throw that in my face. You think I don't see hitler's image as offensive? You don't really think I'm that irrational do you?

I stand by what I said and it does surprise me that a vet like yourself would defend this, because thats exactly what you're doing. As always I respect your opinion but it does surprise me. If the dems used the mock-medal statement I would be equally incensed. It IS incredibly offensive to use an icon of valor and sacrifice, in every war this country has fought, and reduce it to a tool of mockery in ANY context.

To say "it's aimed at Kerry" isn't even worth debating. Hell this entire debate defies reason! Medals??? Does this REALLY matter?? But defiling our country's recognition of bodily injury incurred in the line of duty, no matter how minor, is wrong, it's disrespectful, and it's shameful. EVERY vet should be angered by this. I as a vet would never THINK of putting on a mock purple heart. Would you?

This one enrages me to a level I don't get to very often. Lets just say if I ever see anyone sporting a fake purple heart......I'll make him earn it.