Let's Give Thanks

Ralph Peters, in his latest column, praises the individuals responsible for the success our troops have had in the Iraqi theatre over the last half year. Peters: “The tenacity of our soldiers and Marines in the face of mortal enemies in Iraq and blithe traitors at home is the No. 1 reason why Iraq has turned around.”

Ralph, who is usually critical of the brass, singles out the exceptions: “Key leaders were courageous, too - men such as now-Lt. Gen. Ray Odierno. Big Ray was pilloried in our media for being too warlike, too aggressive and just too damned tough on our enemies. Well, the Ray Odiernos, not the hearts-and-minds crowd, held the line against evil.”

Peters ends his article on the right note: “On Thanksgiving Day, be thankful for such men.” The honor, valor, and dedication of our fighting men and women deserves nothing less.