Doonesbury by Garry Trudeau for March 19, 1995

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Voice from television: Today Phil Gramm dismissed Bob Dole's war wound... ...adding insult to injury. Bob Dole (on television): Hi, my name's Bob Dole, and I'd like to talk to you tonight about my old war wound. You know, there used to be a time in America when heroes were modest. A real war hero always shrugged off his heroics, he was just grateful to be alive, humbled by God's mercy. I myself have always tried to bear my injury with dignity. But George Bush changed things forever when he ordered up a war hero video during the 1988 campaign. Today a war wound gives you a critical edge. Far from being a bad memory from the distant past, a World War II injury is a cherished personal symbol, a badge of honor and sacrifice. Does my wound stand in contrast to the smooth, untouched skin of a Bill Clinton or Phil Gramm, say? You be the judge. Ladies and gentlemen, please give a warm welcome to... ...my old war wound! Wound: Thank you, Bob. Thank you. I'm proud to be a political asset.