Al Santos' Cheap Shot at War Hero Cory Mills a Disgrace
Local News Staff 
Al Santos' honesty is about as close to zero as his polling numbers. His recent attack on war hero Cory Mills paints a picture of a desperate candidate seeking to take cheap shots at a man who's already had too many real shots fired at him serving his country.
Whether in the military or in private life, Cory Mills has served alongside brave Americans to protect freedom at every juncture of his life, including most recently in Afghanistan.
Let's examine the facts, starting with Santos' claims.
Santos complains that Mills put "in danger his crew and U.S. forces on the ground" in Afghanistan due to a purported violation of FAA guidleines. Regardless of the veracity of Santos' statement, he entirely misses the point.
When it comes to rescuing American civilians from Taliban terrorists, all options are on the table. Would Santos prefer to see Americans paraded through the street of Kabul simply for the sake of legalism?
The rescue conducted by Mills is well document and featured on national television.
Santos' service is to be applauded, but his unfounded, shallow attack on Mills' heroism is not and is a blemish on the values instilled in our servicemen and women.
Mills' career demonstrates the best in the American soldier.
