>>For some time I have heard the term “Hero”, used for any member of the United States military killed in Iraq. Such distinction!
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>>I thought that people like Audie Murphy and Neville Brand were American war heroes? What is a hero? The meaning of a word changes with time. Most recently the most conservative media shows have been using the term “Hero”, for anyone who has served in Iraq.
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>I have no problem with that or for any one else who put their life on the line for others. That includes law officers and fire fighters.
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>I have completely stopped using "hero" to describe athletes and politicians.


Agreed. There are many athletes I admire but to call them heroes really is a misuse of the word.