WP Columnist writes about how he got paid while in NG and not show up

[LynneSin]

Bush was dumb to release his pay records. Seems it wasn't uncommon for NG folks to not show up for meetings and yet still get paid for their time served.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A27178-2004Feb9.html

By Richard Cohen
Tuesday, February 10, 2004; Page A23


During the Vietnam War, I was what filmmaker Michael Moore would call a "deserter." Along with President Bush and countless other young men, I joined the National Guard, did my six months of active duty (basic training, etc.) and then returned to my home unit, where I eventually dropped from sight. In the end, just like President Bush, I got an honorable discharge. But unlike President Bush, I have just told the truth about my service. He hasn't.

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[stevedeshazer]

1. Surprising

Coming from Cohen.

[truthisfreedom]

2. hmm. i tried to sign up for an account, and there is no enter button!

you can't enter your signup info.

[Emillereid]

3. Great Hoffman quote -- God I miss the Yippies!

Gave us such joy with their mischievous, rebellious, fun loving spirits!

[LynneSin]

4. and we should do that again

Power to the People!!!