Re: your May 28 article, “Service members look for work”:

Monday was Memorial Day — a day of remembrance for all who have died in our nation's service, not just one war, but every war.

Yes, the current war is a very heated debate. However, why should military personnel be treated so disrespectfully?

Was The Star’s headline: “We honor all who gave their lives for us”? No, it wasn't. How about: “Thank you for fighting so the United States can enjoy being free”? It wasn't that either. The headlines talked about healthcare and fire hazards — topics in almost every edition.

Sure, The Star talked about those serving in the military needing jobs when they come home. Thanks for reminding them of the hardships they must now face after putting their lives on the line.

There was a note to look in the second section for all the Memorial Day events, but even then, these were on the second page. It was very important to talk about golf swings on Page 1. Wasn’t there enough room in the Sports section?

Couldn’t you have mentioned the loyal people who have given their lives? How about spotlighting those who have gone above and beyond what is expected of them? Isn’t this what the military is all about, strength and pride?

These are the people our kids should be looking up to, not sports “heroes” or rock stars thrown into jail for drugs and beating up their wives.

Since 1973, the armed forces have been voluntary. People join because they have a strong feeling of dedication to our country and all that it stands for.

Now I know happy topics don’t sell newspapers. But of all days and with everything going on all over the world, would it have been such a horrible thing to have just said a simple, “Thank you”?

— Debra McKenzie, Oxnard