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In reply to the discussion: "I am a former Republican and a military veteran." [View all]Dyedinthewoolliberal
(15,674 posts)40. because you are responding to an individual
in a manner of speaking, and not the entire Republican establishment.
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People can come to the same location by different paths, some are longer than others.
Uncle Joe
Jul 2015
#13
I don't view the OP as a statement of pride so much as a confessional or epiphany.
Uncle Joe
Jul 2015
#15
I believe he wants to send a message to other veterans and republicans who might be reachable.
MH1
Jul 2015
#18