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br> -- George Lange br> Seattle, Washington /p> p> Jed Babbin characterizes Armitage's silence as "supreme disloyalty." Indeed, the behavior of Armitage, Powell and Fitzgerald in this matter has been despicable, and I can't help but wonder if all of them could not be charged with obstruction, for they did obstruct; they allowed many others, most particularly Libby, to suffer greatly while keeping the truth to themselves. At a minimum, the charge against Libby should be dismissed, and these three should be required to cover his legal expenses. br> -- John G. Hubbell br> Minnetonka, Minnesota /p>

Today's article about the new Armitage Award reflects my feelings exactly, but I have one thing to add.

Colin Powell is a former general officer of the United States Army. His conduct is unbecoming of an officer and has besmirched the reputation of all general officers. General officers never retire and are forever subject to recall for active duty. They just fade away.

Given this situation, I believe two things should happen. First, Colin Powell should be the first recipient of the Armitage Award for cowardice and duplicity in politics. I dunno what form the award should take but either a 1/24 scale replica of the southern half of a Democratic Mule, or a framed picture of President Clinton would likely do.

p>Secondly, General Powell should be recalled to active duty, tried in a court martial as a coward and/or liar, conduct extremely unbecoming, be discharged from the service dishonorably and lose his pension. I would remove his tongue to prevent his talking to the media anymore but maybe that is over the top. br> -- George Schirtzinger

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