All Hands

WASHINGTON, D.C. - "U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) today praised the
passage by unanimous consent of his bill (S.1877) clarifying U.S. law to
allow veterans and servicemen not in uniform to salute the flag.  Current
law (US Code Title 4, Chapter 1) states that veterans and servicemen not in
uniform should place their hand over their heart without clarifying whether
they can or should salute the flag.

INHOFE LEGISLATION ALLOWS VETERANS TO SALUTE THE FLAG

"The salute is a form of honor and respect, representing pride in one's
military service," Senator Inhofe said.  "Veterans and service members
continue representing the military services even when not in uniform.

"Unfortunately, current U.S. law leaves confusion as to whether veterans and
service members out of uniform can or should salute the flag.  My
legislation will clarify this regulation, allowing veterans and servicemen
alike to salute the flag, whether they are in uniform or not.

"I look forward to seeing those who have served saluting proudly at baseball
games, parades, and formal events.  I believe this is an appropriate way to
honor and recognize the 25 million veterans in the United States who have
served in the military and remain as role models to others citizens. Those
who are currently serving or have served in the military have earned this"
right, and their recognition will be an inspiration to others."

Good grief but its about time.
I detested the hand over the heart deal, but
could not salute without being under cover
(wearing a hat)
and even then it
wasn't appropriate because under cover
sans uniform wasn't enough.

I know this doesn't sound like a big deal,
but believe me,it was.

Again, the mil-mail I get is so bloody
screwed with regards to formatting
it's nearly impossible to cut and paste
over to Blogger here, but you get the drift.