Letters, Dec. 23, 1940

Wrong Way?

Sirs:

Well, here they go again!

Now they'll be called cowards and clowns, washouts and wops, and a people who love everybody will wind up with the hate and disgust of everyone.

But before this universal razzberry is delivered, may I have my say?

An Italian will fight just as bravely and as honorably as any man who fights for justice. I know this to be true because I am of that blood. I am 22 and await eagerly my draft call to help defend America.

So, for a people who are basically warm, friendly...

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