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More Spit TakesSearching the news archives for evidence of spat-upon returning Viet vets.

By Jack ShaferPosted Monday, Feb. 12, 2007, at 5:31 PM ET

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It goes without saying that none of these biographical details should disqualify Minarik's testimony: Spit takes are disgusting whether flung on conservatives, socialists, or vegetarians. If he's still alive, Minarik could advance the current debate by coming forward and providing more details.

Lindgren promises "More Blockbuster Revelations" about Jerry Lembcke's work in days to come. I've ordered a CBS Evening News tape from 1971 in which a vet speaks about being spat on, so the debate is obviously far from over. If you can point me to a documented case of a returning Viet vet getting spat upon, please drop a line to . E-mail may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise. (Permanent disclosure: Slate is owned by the Washington Post Co.)

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