I Am So Sorry... And I Apologize

The Republican Convention tonight smeared the name of a man who did what that had to be done because it was the right thing to do. Using the heroism of these men, who have died in a battle that was essentially useless and avoidable is simply heart wrenching. I had tears in my eyes when I heard about this man's deeds... And I am simply flabbergasted to see the name of this pure soul used and abused by the scum of the earth, by these liars, scoundrels who stop at nothing in order to remain in power.

To Michael A. Mansour: on behalf of the Republican Party and all Republicans, I apologize to you for having smeared your name in the way they have. May you rest in peace. "Roger that..."


Michael A. Monsoor

On September 29, 2006, the platoon engaged four insurgents in a firefight, killing one and injuring another. Anticipating further attacks, Monsoor, three SEAL snipers and three Iraqi soldiers took up a rooftop position. Civilians aiding the insurgents blocked off the streets, and a nearby mosque broadcast a message for people to fight against the Americans and the Iraqi soldiers. Monsoor was protecting other SEALs, two of whom were 15 feet away. His position made him the only SEAL on the rooftop with quick access to an escape route.[2][6]

A grenade was thrown onto the rooftop by an insurgent in the street below. The grenade hit Monsoor in the chest and fell onto the floor. Immediately, Monsoor fell onto and covered the grenade with his body, saving the lives of three people. Monsoor was critically wounded and, although evacuated immediately, died 30 minutes later. Two SEALs next to him were injured by the blast but lived.[2]