Merlin German was a marine who survived for three years with horrific injuries after an IED attack in Iraq, becoming an inspirational figure for his continued bravery through more 100 surgeries. The so-called "Miracle Man" died in April after yet another reconstructive surgical operation.
My fondest wish this Memorial Day is that his face haunts Bush & Cheney for the rest of their days, that the terrible spectre of thousands and thousands of dead and wounded soldiers weighs heavily on their hollow hearts and empty minds. It's the least of what they deserve. What we and our soldiers deserve is a president who doesn't rely on prayer, pollsters, pundits or propaganda when putting lives at risk.
