CarolC, as I noted above, the Dems will have chewed this bone up long before the Republicans ever get to it. And if you care to research the Washington Post article I mentioned (which examined the Democratic candidates military service or, in every case but Kerrys, the distinct lack thereof), you'll discover that with the exception of Kerry, who has his own problems, Bush beats the rest, even with his Air Guard service.

(Incidently, Carol I can't email you, but I did want to tell you my Dad died the end of May, and will be buried in Arlington, with full military honors, on July 8th. After shots are fired and the bugle, Sharon and Jeff will play "Ashokan Farewell" and "Capt Henry O'Kain". As you know, he always thought well of you.)