Called Jim Webb's office and got a surprise from them...

[cynatnite]

I explained I live in TN, but wanted to express my support. What was surprising was the reaction I got when I told them I was a veteran. The woman asked if I would send an email to Jessica Vandenberg. I don't know who she is, but I wrote a quick email. It's not great, but here it is:

After calling I was asked to write an email in support of Mr. Webb. I live in Kingsport, TN, but I still wanted to express how I feel in regards to women in combat and in the military.

Every male in my family has served in the military. I was and still the only woman in my family ever to put on a uniform. In 1986 I signed up and trained to be a medic (91A at the time). The training was tough, but the women I was with were tougher. I was sent to Schwabisch Hall, Germany where I was stationed for two years. While it was a small clinic, we approached our training as we would a combat situation. I was active duty for four years and after that served as a flight medic in a unit for the air guard in Montana.

My entire military experience shaped me to the person I am today. I loved serving my country and would do so again if asked.

Mr. Webb is a military man who understands what it means to every man and woman who puts on a uniform. As a woman veteran, I completely support Mr. Webb. His career speaks for his love of the military.

Jim Webb is a military man with a good heart.

Thank You

[Nimrod2005]

1. Excellent......I love it.

I am sure this note will serve a good purpose.

[freefall]

2. Thank you. n/t

[sinkingfeeling]

3. Jessica is Webb's campaign manager....at least, I think she is.

[longship]

4. There needs to be more of this type of activism.

Beautiful letter, by the way.

Recommended and kicked.
:kick:

[MissWaverly]

5. I would like to see George Allen's staff acting folks to write letters

And what kind of letters would they be, sure, a noose is no big deal, I have 2 in my truck.

[mom cat]

6. Perhaps other vets would like to follow suit!

There is a signup page of Veterans for webb:

http://www.webbforsenate.com/veterans/insert.php

And here is the e-mail address:

http://webb.bluestatedigital.com/page/s/contact

[RB TexLa]

7. There is absolutely no reason to keep women out of combat positions

I have never understood why they are.