Let them drink beer
Well here's a Republican who is willing to show some tangible support for the troops. Wisconsin Representative Mark Pettis said "the underage drinking fine for soldiers should be no more than $5."
Currently in Wisconsin, first-offense underage drinking can bring a fine of as much as $500 and could lead to a suspended driver's license.
"Pettis thinks anyone who can be sent to war should be able to enjoy a beer or a shot of liquor." No kidding. Seems like the least they could do for these kids.
Pettis is also the author of a bill that would allow 19- and 20-year-olds in the military to drink legally. But that bill seems unlikely to go anywhere as it could result in the loss of federal highway aid.
Currently in Wisconsin, first-offense underage drinking can bring a fine of as much as $500 and could lead to a suspended driver's license.
"Pettis thinks anyone who can be sent to war should be able to enjoy a beer or a shot of liquor." No kidding. Seems like the least they could do for these kids.
Pettis is also the author of a bill that would allow 19- and 20-year-olds in the military to drink legally. But that bill seems unlikely to go anywhere as it could result in the loss of federal highway aid.
posted by Libby Spencer at 2:28 PM
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Beer? I could use a cold one to dull the sobering fact that our country is a mess and it doesn't look like it will improve anytime soon. At least Bush hasn't ruined the simple pleasure of a good beer - yet.
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