Gee...sorry. I didn't realise your issues were so much deeper than the rest of us. It does however show, in the quality of the content. The knowledge we all gained reading about your problems, the effects your past has on your views about politics, veterans, those in power. Heartwrenching.

Altho your anguish is unfortunate, your statements are still rhetoric, (too lazy to back your Cheney statement?) without factual foundation, and yes, a bit self centered. But that's ok, I too feel that suffering is generally considered character-building...main difference I can see between us...I haven't let it devolve me into a cynical twit wishing for the utter destruction of those that have not recognized my greatness at overcoming my tragic life and circumstances.

Enjoy your up-arrow, lol.