One thing your article left out: If he does die, the US will not count his death, or any of the contractors deaths as 'official' casualties. That is why journalists continually see dead that the pentagon will not confirm. An influx of illegals keeps the death count artificially low.

Ummmm, am I missing something here? Why is a soldier participating in a colonial adventure turning into a hero?

Edited by author 05-11-2004 03:34 AM
You have my respect Marine Carlos Gomez.

Semper Fi
Do or die
Hold 'em high
At Eighth and I.

OOH-RAH!

So he sneaks across the border and scores a job in the Army? How the hell did that happen?! Am I the only one that thinks it's pretty ridiculous that an illegal alien can get a job in the US military?

ah yes, the opportunities in the US

As a deportee, i can say the draw of the country is sometimes too much to take. Yes, i know it is a bad thing. But do you think of just how much of the us's economy is supported by the shoulders of illegal immigrant labor.

Thank you Xeni for posting this. As an avid BoingBoing reader, the blog has never stopped being informative, interesting, and above all, fun.

I write this while looking at the possibility of crossing into the US again. As i said, the draw sometimes it's too much to take.

next time, buddy, don't invade other people's countries, or you might not be so lucky.

Edited by author 05-10-2004 06:47 PM
Kevin - What a wonderful story of inspiration for all of us, and admiration for Mr. Gomez. In a country where he has faced many challenges with disrespect, he still felt compelled to put his life on the line for the war on terror. Did he have to go? No, he chose to go because he's a proud, thankful and courageous man. I wish I could shake your hand, and give you a hug for all you've done. Thank you, Mr. Gomez! And thank you, Kevin, for bringing this story to us! May God watch over all our troops.....

good work, make sure to read this one, too http://wildfirejo.blogspot.com/

It's important we hear the stories of everyone in this situation. I strive to hear stories of all participants, Iraqi and Coalition. Thanks for sharing this one, Kevin...