McClintock endorses Clark!

[Mattforclark]

No, not THAT McClintock.

http://www.clark04.com/story/98/



"In February 1970, then Captain Wes Clark was leading soldiers on patrol in Vietnam. Suddenly, the soldiers were under intense small arms fire from well-concealed enemy forces. Clark was shot four times before another soldier - Michael McClintic - pushed him out of the line of fire.

Michael McClintic, a veteran who now lives in Michigan, describes what happened that day: "In Vietnam, I saw Captain Clark get shot before I was able to push him to the ground and out of the line of enemy fire. Despite his wounds - Clark was shot four times -- Clark remained in command and under his leadership, we quickly overran the enemy positions."

Clark was later awarded the Silver Star for his leadership that day. The award states that, "With complete disregard for his personal safety, Captain Clark remained with his unit until the reactionary force arrived and the situation was well in hand. His courageous initiative and exemplary professionalism significantly contributed to the successful outcome of the engagement. Captain Clark's unquestionable valor in close combat against a hostile force is in keeping with the finest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 1st Infantry Division, and the United States Army."

McClintic noted that Clark continued his courageous leadership throughout his military career, and expressed confidence Clark would be an outstanding president.

"The Wesley Clark I see running for President possesses the same kind of courage and leadership that I saw in Captain Clark the day we were ambushed in Vietnam. There is no question in my mind that Wes Clark posses the leadership that America needs to address the many domestic and international challenges that are facing us," McClintic said. "I was proud to serve under Wesley Clark when I was in the Army and I am proud to support his candidacy for President. I look forward to working for Wesley Clark once again.""

[Jerseycoa]

1. I'm glad McClintic

is stepping up. Nice. :)

[Auntie Bush]

2. Does McClintic ever go on the campaign trail with him? Hope so.