Declaring himself “outraged by the impostors” who falsely claim to have received high military decorations, Rep. John Salazar (D-Colo.) has introduced a bill to make it a federal crime – subject to fine and/or imprisonment – to engage in such behavior. Those who falsely represent themselves as war heroes “dishonor themselves” as well as the “true recipients” of such medals. I wonder if the congressman is prepared to extend his reasoning – and scope of his proposed legislation – to criminalize another group of people who “falsely” represent themselves to be what they are not. I have in mind members … Continue reading Criminalizing Phony War Medals