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LETTERS, Page 8Verdict for Ollie
Nowhere is love for and devotion to one's country more apparent
than in Oliver North. But he has been found guilty on charges
relating to his quest for freedom in Central America (NATION, May
15). His conviction is the most unpatriotic act that a country
could perpetrate.
Denise Miller
New York City
If I were the judge, I would sentence North to five years in
prison and a fine of $250,000, and then suspend the sentence. North
the symbol of overzealous patriotism would be penalized, since no
one is above the law, but the man would go free. If I were
President, I would pardon him.
Oliver G. Haywood
Brigadier General, U.S.A.F.R. (ret.)
Vero Beach, Fla.
As I read about Ollie North, I am reminded of the instructions
from the TV show Mission: Impossible: "Should you or any member of
your force be caught or killed, the Secretary will disavow any
knowledge of your actions." Is the next line "Good luck, Ollie"?
Alex DeVilbiss
Absarokee, Mont.