We are all trying to gain insights into the kind of leader you would be if you are elected. By its very nature, a presidential campaign is hypothetical.

And I hope we can get to the point where, by raising questions either from the media or regular voters, we don’t question people’s patriotism. My son served with great distinction and believes he did what his country asked of him, but he also thinks we should acknowledge we messed up. Honoring him and all the other folks both living and dead is best done by an open and honest discussion about this monumental decision.

There is nothing more important a president will do than taking our country into war.

I am sure Jeb’s campaign will clean this up, or try the best they can, but it does tell us they were ill-prepared for probably the most fundamental question he would be asked in the course of the pursuit of his presidency. And I hope there clean up isn’t just an effort to attack the other side or question the motives of folks asking questions. Conducting a campaign in that manner does a disservice to all voters, both military and civilian.