University of Virginia Library

If the University of Virginia
is not "affiliated with" the ludicrous
and disgusting "roll to Washington,
DC this Saturday in protest
of the Vietnam war" then why
is a Virginia banner to be carried
in the march and, above all, why
is the sale of tickets for this traitorous
undertaking allowed within
the offices of the University? Newcomb
Hall, as a part of the University
of Virginia, or any offices
of this institution has no business
being utilized for such purposes.

Each time a public demonstration
occurs which protests the
War, aid and comfort are given
to the enemies of freedom everywhere.
Each time these demonstrations
receive public recognition,
the morale of our troops is
lessened. Indirectly, these happenings
are responsible for the death
of many Americans. The ignorant
cowards who take part in these
so-called "peace movements"
might as well pull the trigger of
weapons aimed at the peace keeping
forces of the United States.
There are no other words but
"traitor," "turncoat," "coward,"
and, indeed, "moron" which describe
such people.

I speak as an outraged veteran
of Vietnam and deeply disappointed
student of the University
of Virginia. I cannot, in any way,
understand why such traitorous
practices can be allowed on or
near the once dignified and respectful
grounds of the University.
God help this institution if such
practices are permitted and, indeed,
God help this country if
cowards and traitors are allowed to
dictate policy!