Letter

As I write this my wife and I are sitting in the open air restaurant of the British High Commission in Abuja, Nigeria. It will never compare to the clean air and wonderful scenery of the Flathead, but we cast our gaze over Aso Rock, The 'White House', Senate and judiciary, and the National Christian Center, among other landmarks. The weather carries a cool breeze under overcast skies. I have just read through your recent editorial and wish to take this opportunity to commend you. Those of us who live abroad may be more sensitive to the freedoms and luxuries of home than those who live there. Our thanks goes out to all those who work diligently in the military, but also in diplomacy to keep our land safe and advance freedom and democracy world wide. We are also grateful for those working to reduce threats at home and abroad.

Alan Schmautz