It is so difficult for me to hear the Bush Administration talking heads say, "this is tragic but we have to expect this in a war" (referring to the Chinook downed on 11/2/03 w/15 U.S. killed and 21 wounded). When I feel that the real tragedy was the appointment of Bush as President. For me this is not about whether it is a Republican or Democratic administration but rather an Administration with a bunch of liars and thieves who treat the American people as a fools with the help of the electronic media. It is refereshing to read your stories. I support our soldiers and I hope they come home soon.