Happy Thanksgiving Congressman Murtha

Dear Congressman Murtha,

We Americans have much to be grateful for, even in these trying times of war, natural disaster and economic uncertainty. We here at the Bluenecks blog give thanks for many things, but today we wanted to acknowledge our gratitude especially for your courage and passion in standing up for an end to the war in Iraq last week. Our government has perpetuated so much misinformation regarding the origins of this war, its conduct, and its future. Your straightforward truth-telling shattered these illusions and gave voice to the millions of Americans who have had enough. We are deeply saddened by the hateful response that your stand invoked, but encouraged that some of those who maligned your courage and commitment have apologized, and especially satisfied that even the Pentagon itself has just indicated that plans are indeed being made for troop withdrawal from Iraq.

Please keep up the good work. At our blog we are encouraging all our readers to also send you a note of thanks so that you will know this country is standing behind you. We are very thankful that your legacy of heroism continues.