Bravo, Mike Williams! As a journalist, Twaniac and longtime Springsteen fan, I know what it means when someone tries to put his or her own spin on your words. I suspect our dear Sam was no fan of open conflict; most writers aren't. He was right about the Philippines; he'd probably have been right as week about all the "wars" waged under the U.S. flag since Reagan went to protect subpar medical students in Grenada. But we don't know for sure. We should glean Sam's wisdom with care, love and prudence. Kathy O'Connell Record-Journal Meriden, Conn.