Empty Suit

A few comments on the Nicholson coverage, "Veterans Chief Quits in GI Health Probe."

First, Nicholson was not the "Veteran's Chief." He was actually Director of Veterans Affairs. This does not make him a chief. Chiefs care for the welfare of their tribe.

Second, Nicholson said, "It has been an honor and a privilege to lead the VA during this historic time for our men and women who have worn the uniform."

"Worn the uniform" is not the standard that determines veteran status. Veterans are not window-dress dummies with a uniform slung on for effect. Veterans serve, suffer, tire, hunger, fight, march, etc., and this is the standard.

If one simply "wore the uniform," then GWB would qualify as a vet, and that just doesn't quite get it.

Third, the article states that 5.8 Million vets are served by the VA nationwide. Why aren't all veterans served by the system? Why are categories of veterans denied care?

This is the lie of America. This country does not support our veterans, save with empty rhetoric. Vets only get the support that they fight for, after they fight for their country.

Screw the yellow ribbons.