When Bush gave out his tax cuts I got $300. Which is exactly half of what this family is paying so their son in the marines can have the equipment he needs to help him stay alive.
Marine Pfc. Jeremy Tod called home with news that his superiors were urging him and fellow Marines to buy special military equipment, including flak jackets with armor plating, to enhance the prospects of their survival.
The message was that such purchases were to be made by Marines with their own money.
Tod said his son's call about two weeks ago from the Marine Corps Air Station-Yuma was a sobering reminder that the military is not prepared to equip Pfc. Tod and fellow Marines with the best equipment.
Every time Bush or republicans mention how tax cuts should be permanent, think about this soldier and others like him whose family has to foot the bill to make sure their son has the equipment he needs.
hat tip to kos
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[Edited on Jun 22, 2005 1:58PM]
its bad enough to be over there but not having equipment too....