Many in the military are using it as a means to get to higher education. Many already have higher education. Many have no interest in higher education, but that doesn't mean they are stupid, nor does it mean that they are there because they didn't choose higher education. Most in the military are there because they want to be. In any case, I have many friends and aquaintances who have been in the military and all are highly educated and/or successful. I can assure you these folks are insulted by Kerry's comment and they should be. I wasn't even in the military and I find it insulting!

ANd I still think Kerry was well aware of what he was saying. The man is the true definition of "asshole!"