Jul 01
Stolen Valor Act: Supreme Court Decision To Overturn Lying Law Draws Outrage From Veterans
Posted in: Today's ChiliFAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Jack Jacobs can proudly – and truthfully – say he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his valor in Vietnam. After a recent Supreme Court ruling, anyone else is free under the First Amendment to make the same claim, whether it’s true or not.
Some military veterans say they consider the ruling a slap in the face. For Jacobs, though, it was the right decision. He said he wore the uniform to protect people’s rights – even if he doesn’t agree with how they exercise those rights.
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