Re: “,” June 4 news story.
I was saddened by the recent passing of such an incredible athlete, ambassador of goodwill and a hero to so many. I must also say how angry I was to see flags at half-staff in his honor in Louisville, Ky.
Muhammad Ali was a draft dodger, period. I know the Supreme Court later reversed his conviction, but that doesn’t change the fact that he did it. That is a real slap in the face to the real heroes who fought and died for this country. Men who died fighting to preserve his right to be a coward.
I will always agree that Ali did some wonderful things, but letap reserve the flag honor for the men and women who have earned it, not someone whose action insulted it.
Brent Rouse, Cañon City
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