Excerpt From General John Shalikashvili Speech Before the Democratic National Convention

BOSTON, July 28 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is an excerpt from General John Shalikashvili's speech before the Democratic National Convention:

"As a young man, he heeded his country's call to service when it needed him.  He commanded in combat and did so with bravery and distinction.  He knows from experience a commander's responsibility to his troops.  He stands with our troops and with their families and that is why I stand with John Kerry."

Source: Democratic National Convention Committee

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