Herb,
John Kerry was in Vietnam.  Some chose to serve, others just want  to 
criticize him for doing so. Whatever medals he got, he earned them. 
He wasn't the only Vietnam vet that came home and protested against the  war. 
Those that did make it home were mostly against our continued involvement.  
Guerilla wars are virtually impossible to win, either in Vietnam or Iraq. It's  
hard to tell who the enemy really is unless they are wearing a uniform.
 
Rummy