A warrior returned from combat, and adorned his uniform with our flag. Until now, this would have constituted disrespect and dishonor. Not so today!

This gentleman understands the need for long overdue patriotic fervor and zeal. Like most of us, he wanted to do something more than wave the flag. His bold, aggressive behavior should signal a bright future for this imaginative and perceptive officer.

Jim Lazzo retired from the United States Marine Corps as a lietenant colonel. He lives in Oak Harbor.