Brother of deceased Army Sgt. Maj. Jerry Patton condemns political campaigning at Arlington National Cemetery.
Scott W. Patton, brother of deceased Army Sgt. Maj. Jerry Patton, condemns the use of Arlington National Cemetery for political campaigning. In an open letter, he asserts that the graves of fallen soldiers should not be used as political props, stressing that Gold Star families deserve the right to choose who attends private ceremonies. Patton argues that such actions dishonor the sacrifices of service members and breach longstanding traditions of respect and privacy.
September 14, 2024
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