The letter of mine printed just after break has received quite a lot of attention.

I'm glad, because it means plenty of people thought about what I said. I would like to clear up what I was trying to say with it.

I would first like to apologize to all of those that were offended by my name-calling. It was uncalled for.

Please forgive me.

The point was well made that those giving the orders are more responsible than those carrying them out. But still, as decided at Nuremburg, those that carry out these orders are still responsible.

What I really wanted to say is that killing is killing. No matter who you kill, or for what cause, it is always the same act. Anyone that wishes to stop terrorism through violence needs to realize that they are stooping to the exact same level. Terrorists kill. If you kill them back, you are no better.

Please don't call me ungrateful. I do love this country. I am only seeking to improve it.

Hitler gave the people of Germany an excellent highway and railway system, but I don't think it'd be a problem if I insulted him. I know the military has protected my rights, but I would rather lose the rights than have them protected through violence.

I am registered for the draft, but in the event of it, I am prepared to be a conscientious objector. I am more than willing to help the victims, but I will not fight.

I back that decision with Matthew 5:9 and 5:44-46, Leviticus 19:18 and 19:34 and plenty of others. I hope we all will someday see that the road to peace will only be achieved through peace. God bless.