DEFEND MICHAEL

This story is just unbelievable. Is this how our government treats it’s heroes? I heard Michael’s mother taking with Pat Campbell on the radio, and got a glimpse of what kind of family this is. This is a real American hero, and our government should be ashamed for even bringing him to trial. First they send him to war, then punish him for being a warrior. I’ll be writing my congressman, and Michael.

If you are a veteran, or member of law enforcement, you should heed this warning, and step up to reverse this injustice: “But by the Grace of God go YOU!”

Call, write, fax, go see your Congressman and Senator. Educate them and demand they defend our defenders.

Thanks 1st Luie – It is amazing to me the courage our service members display every day – Instead of prosecution you deserve a medal – Know this, more people are alive today due to your actions – On behalf of Ashton, Alex, Marcia and Ron I thank you – You are in our prayers! – Apparently, reason does not enter into some judges -

Michael,

I say again, Keep the Faith Army Ranger! You will prevail in your noble quest for justice. Do not ever forget even in your darkest hour, we the American people are with you and will not abandon you.

Mike, I feel for you. I spent two tours in Viet Nam. Seen “stuff” there that the government does’t want disclosed, that was ordered by highter ups. You did your duty, and I’m proud of you! You don’t need to answer to these idiots. just yourself. You will be freed. Oorah……brother…

What is happening to our country! Folks, We are at war with Al-Queda, how on earth can a man be tried for killing the enemy? Does this mean every veteren can now be tried? I am ashamed of the Leadership of this fine country. Release this Combat Veteren NOW!!!

Let all who wish to judge our soldiers, first spend some time in their boots, on the same ground and facing the same people, who have no honor, or integrity and are intent on killing! (Remember the ‘Scared Straight’ Program?)

PC people have Afganistan and Iraq confused with a police patrol on a weekend evening in AnyTown America. BUT look at the caution many of our nation’s police officers must use, when approaching vehicles in routine traffic stops…

It seems Army Intelligence should re-evaluate at least one protocol, regarding release of prisoners / suspects / “detainees”.

May God bless Lt. Michael Behenna with justice! May God also bless the judge with HIS wisdom and discernment, that no truth in this matter will be able to escape the judge’s attention.

We agree with many about Michael getting a raw deal. He was set up. From what I know, no law agency tells two people embroiled in a verbal fight to even be in the same room with one another. So I think this is a set up by the ones who made Michael take him out. The fault rests with the federal agents and agency who directed Michael to be caretaker of this perpetrator. The agency put Michael into a loose/loose position and he had no choice.

I will help. I can do quite a bit to help as a matter of fact. Any legal research or briefs that I can help with, please let me know.

911..wakeup people
There is no terrorist today…friendly tomorrow
Our Troops need our support and prayers for a safe tour of duty and return home. This type of double standard has to stop. We are at war with terrorism and unfortunately people die. This case is a prime example of media byass. This trial occurred in March and we are hearing about this case now in October. It’s time for US Americans to wake up and get involved in what is happening to Our Country and to the Men and Women who volunteer to Defend it.

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This action by the Obama Administration is absolutely embarassing!!! What is the point of having a military if you can’t defend yourself & country? Reminds me of when this operation started the Worlds Best Sniper from Canadian Forces shot over U.S. Troops to kill a Taliban for the longest recorded shot. He received an award from the U.S. Military but was forced out of the Canadian Military!

My earnest Prayers our with this excellent soldier & his family!

Can Canadians donate to Michael’s Legal Defense Fund?

This is an outrage! Our prayers are with you.

This is yet another injustice of an American who fights for all of us so we can have our freedom here in the U.S. My thoughts and prayers are with you Michael and there are Americans that do appreciate what the soldiers have done for us.

There is not a day that goes by I don’t think and pray for you Michael and your family. The friendly interpreter “Rebar” whom was one of the men killed in the IED attack was my co-worker. I have studied and read absolutely everything I can on your case and I know you are innocent. You completely deserve a NEW Trial and I am discouraged that it is taking so long but I know in my heart that justice will prevail. Stay Strong as we are all pulling for you!

I think that the judge and whomever, needs to serve some time over there and i don’t mean behind a desk and come back after a certain amount of time and I’m sure you’d see a different outcome for Michael Behenna. If we only had people in Washington D.C. and in our state reps here in Oklahoma that had a backbone to make the right changes that is long over due! The people at the trial that were overseeing the outcome of the trial had NO prior combat experience? Does NOT make sense? It’s not the first time that we the U.S. had to go by different rules than our enemies had with us. Hope that you get released soon Michael. My prayers are with you……..and even though our gov’t doesn’t believe it or show it , , , thank you for serving!

Dear Michael & family/ friends, after hearing of your story, I am redoing the web page for our TEA Party group.

Here’s what I’m adding:
****Special Request**** please visit http://defendmichael.wordpress.com/ . 1st LT Michael Behenna is an innocent Army Ranger doing 25 years in Ft. Leavenworth & all he did was his job! Military Prosecutors withheld evidence exonerating Michael. Please help Michael get a new trial. There’s a petition & a (unisex) wristband you can wear in support of Michael.

Also, my teenage niece liked my ‘defend Michael’ wristband, so I gave it to her. I’m going to order a bunch more…always wear at least 2, so I can give to other interested people.

Michael, you are an American, and you are Loved by us Americans. God Bless You, Julie.

Lt. Behenna,

Thank you so much for your willingness to “take the heat” for the rest of us in service to your country. The sad truth is that today, we have two enemies, one without, one within. You met the enemy without overseas, fighting for us. The enemy within you know too well, now. Spiritual and mental confusion is like a disease right now in our country. I pray that God guides you and supplies you with all the inner strength and resources you need to keep a feeling of spiritual freedom within at all times and to soon triumph over the corrupt and confused system that has committed this wrong against you.
Our best wishes and prayers.
Price family, Washington.

I saw Vicky speak at Oklahoma City University tonight, where she shared Michael’s story. I hope and pray that one day Michael is able to be back with his family.

His address:

Michael Behenna #87503

1300 N. Warehouse Road

Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027-2304

Michael, thank you. I understand what happened and why it did. I hope someone wakes up and realizes the true realities of war, and releases you. I wish i pulled the trigger. I would like to shake your hand someday. signed: STEVEN CHRISTOFFERSONS UNCLE

How I can never understand what it’s like to be a soldier in any situation, I can understand injustice to an innocent man. It’s truly an outrage. My heart goes out to your family and friends you swore to protect. Your a hero in the eyes of the American public.

I have to wonder what has happened to this country. Sending our young men to war and then throwing them in jail for the rest of their lives. Shame on our government and both presidents, Bush and Obama for allowing this. How much longer will this go on?

We are at war with an enemy who does not play by the rules. Our fellow soldiers are subjected to countless restrictions which put them at risk daily just so the U.S. does not get bad P.R.. This is not acceptable in any way shaper or form. The treatment and if anything, sentence, of this fellow serviceman is beyond insulting, its honorless. The Lt deserves our thanks for his service, not a jail sentence.

SSgt Nelson R. Rodriguez

I have just come across this article on Michael and I wish I would have come across it sooner so I could have been spreading the word longer. I truly feel for Michael and his family for this wrong doing by our government we swore to protect. I have already wrote e-mails to some people I know in the Pentagon and state level government personell. The details of this mission should have not even ever reached anyone outside the unit…..Big deal that a highly trained U.S. Soldier killed another being that doesn’t even deserve to be called a human being. A terrorist deserves one thing in my eyes and that is a well placed shot to end his/her worthless life. All I have left to say is Thank You Michael for taking this known terrorist from this world and I am sorry our government has taken the freedom you were fighting for. I will keep praying for you and spreading the word for your release.

Former Sgt U.S. Army
Josh Grimes

OIF 1 2003-2004
OIF 3 2005-2006

I am a father of a soldier who was with Lt. Behenna on the night all this happened he was there and knows what happened, My son speaks highly of his Lt. and feels that the military let all these boys down by not giving them the proper equipment and by not giving them the proper care. I wonder who come up with the ideal to have this group of soldiers release ali monsour surely they knew that his attacks killed two of their team mates their friends. These were all young men and know their lifes are all forever changed my son is getting out of the military now because of these events he was a well decorated soldier and believed in their mission but now he says he has no faith in the army how many more soldiers will die or forever carry the haunting memories of what they have seen and done.

Michael,
I can’t believe that our country is sending our fighting men to prison. They liberals have never been in the position to defend themselves because of brave men like you. I pray you will get another hearing and will be set free. This country has been a great one, but if we continue down the path we are now on we will be brought down. Your defense attorneys need to get Bill O’Reilly, and Glenn Beck on this. They can get the American Public on your side.

God Bless,
Chuck & Joyce Stokes

Michael,
Keep the faith, I was In a similar situation In the civilian world and after a horrible ordeal, Justice was served and I was cleared. I have no doubt that you will be free soon and home to your family. please let me know if there is anything I can do or send you to make things a little better for you. I have donated but I am on unemployment and can’t send money too often. I have spread the word on Facebook to my friends and they are horrified that this could occur.
Things are changing and the tide is turning In this country. Stay strong and safe and know that you are not alone!

Michael: Just a note to let you know that we think of you often and pray for your return to normal living, they very thing that you fought for in Iraq for the rest of us. Keep the faith. Congress will surely get over their crises and get down to business so that we can talk to them about you again.

Vernon and Sherry Ficken
Edmond, OK

I did 22 years standing in the breach.
when I handed my duty off to the next generation
I did not think my government would commit the same crimes to our people that were inflicted
on us in Nam. I guess I was wrong.
hang in there son. don’t let them beat you.
my wife and I will donate to your cause
And thank you for your service to our country.

Sincerely,

BU1 Bowman

While our thoughts and prayers are with you, so are our actions, we will also demand action from our representitives.

We are on your side in this terrible injustice. Ever since the new administration came into power we are seeing support to the enemy not our very own. This is wrong. Who do we need to fight in the justice department.

Michael.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers. We went to LDAC together and although it was long ago, I still remember that you were very honorable. This country owes you an apology.

LT Ramos (Florez)

What has happened to Michael is disgraceful. We will never win another war when we prosecute our heroes for doing their duties. We must call our senators and state representatives. Don’t rest until Michael is free.

To Trish Cleek:

This morning, I received a letter describing this travesty of unjustice by this nation and its military courts. Michael’s attorneys seek donations to defend him against the nation he himself had sworn to defend. Each and every morning, my mail box is stuffed with horror stories such as Lt. Behenna’s. I lack the resources to physically support his defense fund. As you, my prayers are for him and many others who are harassed unlawfully. Mine are for him and the many others who are so shabbily treated. It is no wonder that Janet Napolitano fears the soldiers coming home.

I stopped donating to secular entities last year when I was inspired by Agabus of Acts 11–thus my email address. At first, it was called the ‘Agabus Agenda’. Now, it is the ‘Agabus Necessity’, for a worldwide famine is near upon us. Then will come the plagues augmented by malnutrition. Shortly later, weakened America will be suborned.

Justice will finally arrive. The beast will be consumed by its own fire. We of Christ anticipate His return, but our ‘great saddness’ remains for those who are not under His Grace. I pray Michael and the countless others are bound beneath the umbrella of His love. Paul was frequently unjustly imprisoned. The Lord always provided his escapes until his task was done.

Continue to witness with boldness for Christ. Our task is to feed His sheep and gather them into the fold. He will call us Home when when the time is right.

Albert of PILMOA*
acts11agabus@aol.com

*Politically Incorrect Like Minds Of Agabus

This is what happens when you elect an administration that throws billions of dollars at crooked bankers and then cuts funding for the moon mission. In my lifetime I have never seen a more un-American administration than the one presently in Washington. And what happened to Lt. Behenna is a direct result of that political agenda. Unethical and overzealous prosecutors trying to please their overseers…how about some accountability here? How did Michael’s prosecution begin? WHO recommended a prosecution in the first place? Who conducted the initial investigation and what was their conclusion? There has to be way more going on here. Maybe we should be looking at prosecuting the prosecutors….

Concerned American,

This IS political as it is the left that has sought to destroy our military AND its men and women. Do you not remember Murtha’s vicious, but false, allegations against Marines being cold blooded murderers? Where is his apology to those Marines? Do you not remember Kerry’s false allegations of our soldiers terrorizing women and children in the dead of night in their own homes? Where is his apology? Kerry has been gunning for our heroes for decades, or have you forgotten his involvement in the false allegations in the ’60’s and ’70’s of such heinous acts as skinning a Vietnamese woman? Don’t forget Kerry’s comment to school children how they need to stay in school or end up in Iraq! This was a man who ran for president on the Democrat ticket. Durbin didn’t think much of our soldiers in Guantanimo, now did he? Shall I recount some of the many attacks by leftists against our soldiers? Does Chris Matthews and his guests, Graham Nash and David Crosby, spewing how our soldiers are murdering thousands ring any bells? Has the left spoken out and defended our soldiers against these false attacks? NO. Has the right? YES. I could give many more examples from Dem politicians, but you should be able to conclude the obvious.

What a disgrace! There is no telling how many lives have been saved by your action of self defense.

God Speed,

James Jessup

I was deployed to Iraq during the same time as Lt. Behenna. I was a part of many of the missions ran by 1/327th. I did not know him personally, but I knew of him. Being fully aware of how things operate outside the wire, I can say with full conviction that the charges against him must be utterly false. Living outside the wire in Iraq is a different world that many back in the comfortable confines of the USA will never understand. Things are done differently there for a reason – to save lives!
It is disgraceful that America’s best and brightest not only have to fight the war on terror, but are now being imprisoned for doing what they were trained and ordered to do by higher.
I will always be in your corner LT, and you will always be in my prayers. All we ever did was try to give back to our nation.

Michael, Scot Ziegler told us about your situation and we are praying for you daily, brother! The Justice system is so Unjust!!! God will preserve you and get victory out of this!! Please know that we are in your corner! Our Flock (Sunday School) will continue to cover you with our prayers and may the blood of Jesus cover you and the whole situation so that you can be freed from this unjust system once and for all!!! Michael, keep praying continually and call on the name of Jesus. We pray a hedge of protection all around you and that victory will come in the name of Jesus! Vengeance is mine says the Lord!

This exempifies how broken our Government and judicial system is. It also is why the Bible teaches us to go into the prisons for such honorable people. Lets all pray that he will get the peace from God he needs until his release. Those who have done this to him should replace him by going to prison!!!!

Read my comment made on July 20th. We have have the liberal leftist media to thank for being a big part of this injustice.

I just found a link to this story on a forum I frequent. First off, I’m a Canadian, so I’m not really involved, but I took the time to read over the details of the testimony and the sworn affadavit of the testimony that was withheld from the defense. To be quite frank, I find it utterly sickening. This is typical of attornies wishing to demonstrate a high conviction rate and advance their careers at the cost of an innocent man’s life.

I’d just like to wish you all the best in your fight for his freedom and know that this story is even starting to cross borders.

Why did we expect the General to do the right and honorable thing? We should have known he would pass the buck;he didn’t want to be the one responsible for admitting that the Army had messed up again and had made a tragic and horrendous mistake as has happened so much lately.He is part of that Army he was out to protect his career and his next promotion, regardless of how many lives he ruined in the process. I wonder if he and the so called prosecutors are able to sleep at night. Thier time will come. They will have to answer to thier Judge for this.

This is an outrage. As a Vietnam veteren, I know the betrayal of our Government first hand. God bless you and always remember, you are not forgotten and we are praying for you and your family and fro your release from that hell you now live in.

LT, you have now witnessed firsthand and been made victim of the New World Order, which they tell us does not exist. But you were a victim before this went down by the toxic inoculations you were ordered to take, the chip you were ordered to accept and the medical care you will be denied in the future. Nevertheless, there is a reason for everything. Make the best of what you have and use your Ranger training to psych-up, resist peacefully, educate yourself about what’s really going on and work hard for the day you will be free again. The top levels of every good organization on this planet have been co-opted and are now fully corrupt. One soldier means nothing to them. Somebody out there send me contact info for the people who did this and I will be happy to launch a campaign to let them know what is acceptable and what is not.

CWO Bill Hickey
USN Ret

Its disgusting….Let us just hope that more soldiers than not….. turn on these traitors because of this kind of treason to defend us Americans when we need them…

This young man should not be in jail. He was in a war zone and defending himself. I pray that he is set free. Shame on our country for sending troops into a war and then not standing up for them. This is a disgrace. I pray for all our service men and women including my son who is in the army and my granddaughter who will be going in soon. God Bless all our military and I pray to God to keep you all safe and strong.

Thank you for your service to this country. I can’t believe something like this would happen to a member of our military. It is just pure insanity.

Thank You for your bravery and service to our nation. All is fair in love and war and this was fair and just. The prosecutor is not a fair person and neither is the judge. This should have been thrown out and you given your freedom as it should be. Not guilty in my book.

It is a sad day in America when politics trumps supporting the troops on the front lines, be it the Border Patrol along our southern border with Mexico which saw Ramos & Compean imprisoned for “doing their job” or the murder of another Border Agent Thursday night near Campo, or the plight of Lt. Michael Behenna who killed a terrorist in self-defense. What the hell is wrong with us that we continue to allow this type in insanity to go on? People that don’t support the troops don’t deserve the troops defending them, and are, in some ways, domestic enemies themselves.

Thank you for your support and your kind words.

We are familiar with the “Lone Surviver” Thank you!

Michael’s grandmother

this is horrible that you are being treated this way. I respect you and your service to our country. Our military are in more danger now from the evil within than any other time in our history. But they will not win. My family and I will pray for you daily that this is resolved and you are freed from the corrupt people who put you there. It seemsthe particular “players” in this, wanted you to be found guiltly. They need to be held accountable.

It was my pleasure Michael’s grandma, spreading the word to my parents, who have a lot of friends that are there to support Michael as well. I still have faith that Michael will be freed from his unjustly punishment for defending our country against the terrorists. My best regards Brock

I only wish, those 7, who condemedn Michel for 25 years in prison, would go walk the alleys of Afghanistan, and see with their own eyes how brave kids like Michael are. I think, I’m entitled to ask myself, if a terrorist has more rights then a soldier, is this country worth dying for????

This week in Washington DC
On Thursday, while sitting at the Pentagon City Mall, a young couple sat down at the same table I was at. During our casual conversation it dawned on me that this young man had to be a soldier. While listening to him, I had the opportunity to ask him if he was. He said yes and that he was a ranger who trained at Fort Benning. He is a ranger. At that point I figured here was my opportunity to share Michael’s story. I started with, “My nephew is a ranger who is now…” When I said his name, this gentleman’s face said it all. He and his wife had heard the story on CNN. They knew all of the reported info. At that point I shared the specific details of that day. I felt so close to these two strangers. We all shared a deep connection through Michael’s story. SFC Curtis Giles encouraged me. He said great things about Michael even though he has never met him. He said that when he heard he was a ranger he said no matter what, he has his back. Isn’t that the way our military is suppose to be? I gave them a Michael packet. Shani Butts, the wife who is a lawyer, said she was going to check into the story. That day was a scheduled appointment that only our all mighty God put in place for us. I am glad that we three kept that appointment. My only good things come from that divine appointment in honor of Michael. Curtis Giles’ last words to me that day and his message to Michael is, “ Rangers Lead The Way”. Share the story with everyone.

Michael,
I think about the biblical story of Joseph who was ill treated by his brothers and wrongly placed in jail but, in retrospect he was able to see how God used circumstances to bring about the results of his life which were amazing. What has happened to you has not gone unnoticed! You are truly a special person and in the prayers of a multitude!!
Your friend and supporter,
Kate Geary

This is no way to treat someone who has offered his life for his country. It is sad that he is in Leavenworth prison. We are praying for you Michael. Stay strong and may God comfort you and give you peace through this until you can go home.

This needs to be corrected SOON! Give Michael a new trial ASAP!!

set the soldier free….. we taught him to kill…. so he did. Its not like it was a widow woman on the streets he killed….. this operative was a murderer.

Give Michael his new trial!!

Thinking about you B! I pray that God allows to run 6 miles together at least one more time. Also praying that brings many wonderful things out of this situation. Love ya bro!

Wall-mart

Thank you for your service and we will be praying for you and upcoming trials colette

Micheal was used as an escape goat.
When ordered to release and return this terrorist back to his home, one soldier was responsable for the task. The Gov knew this. The Gov guys where setting up the terrorist to utilize him to go back into the cell, where, at which time the Secret Service and unknown Gov ops where to watch activity with hopes of the terrorist going deep enough into the cell as to turn up a more valuable individual, which, if captured could lead to the cells diasmantle. Since our soldier killed this individual in self defense the boys in the Gov get mad @ Mike for not following a direct order to release, and use him as an example to the rest of the troops. It’s a sad day

This just lets you know how horrible our country is, even though some may not think so! I most definitley think 1Lt. Michael Behenna needs to be released. A soldier and defending our country, he is going to be treated like a piece of s**t! He is one of our d*m heroes! He is defending our country and giving me and my other fellow AMERICANS our rights and setting our country to a non violent, free of all the BULLS**T terroism, much of other crap that our country does not need to know, deal with or even here for our sakes! What in the world does it take for a soilder to defend our country? Being loyal and most definitaly honoring us??? Thier lives!!!??? This, i would say is CRAP!!! I will take all my honor in defending this soilder:) He is a well respected man of family and pride!… To the family…BEST WISHES TO YOUR SON, BROTHER HUSBAND, FATHER, AND SO ONS WELCOME HOME!!!! I HOPE AND PRAY TO GOD HE GETS RELEASED……..YPUR SON AND FAMILY ARE FOR SURE WITHIN MY PRAYERS!! MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND GOOD LUCK 1LIEUTENANT MICHAEL BEHENNA…MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
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Good riddance to that animal Ali Mansur, Lt. Behenna should be awarded a medal.

Man and I thought we lived in a great country, when really we live in a country ran by a goverment that is mind boguling, 2994 died in 9/11 so what if iraq lost one horrible person. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and god speed, time will come that the goverment will see you did nothing wrong and saved your life and the life of future heros.

Seems a little contradictory…..we send Lt. Behenna to fight for our freedom resulting in HIS freedom being taken away.

I can’t believe our military is this messed up. michael fought for us its time we fight for him

I can’t believe that this country stoops this low. The low lifes who put him in prison should be there instead. Hang in there brother.

WOW- The military and legal systems have yet to let me down on being so selfish and disappointing. What’s really going on here – who’s he having to cover for?

We posted the Viddler.com video at Do The Right Thing.

http://dtrtcybercrew.com/journal/2009/7/12/video-on-the-1lt-behenna-case.html

We pray for Lt Behenna and all of his family and loved ones regularly.

God bless!

Pastor Ed Boston

Thank you!

He act in self defense,so whats the deal this is war,that al-quaida terrorist deserves to be killed,for assaulting Lt Michael.and don’t forget all the 911 victims they’re were doing nothing and they were killed by this terrorists.so let Michael out of prison right away.

Funny how the bureaucrats of our country have no problem sending our young men and women of our military in to harms way and have no burden of responsibility for the unfortunate things that ultimately happen in war.

I feel deeply sickened by our country turning its back on the brave members of our volunteer military when they need them the most.

My family and friends support Michael and his family.

It is obvious that Lt. Behenna deserves a new trial.
I have no doubt that he would be found NOT GUILTY.
My prayers and best wishes to Michael and his loved ones.
Respectfully,
Ann Waddell

Michael, Vickie, Scott, and all of the Behenna Family our prayers and thoughts are with you through this fight. It is because of soldiers like Michael Behenna that we are able to sleep peacefully at night in a country that freedom is the cornerstone. I beg the courts to do the right thing and to release this hero. It is the biggest miscarriage of justice that I have ever heard of.

It is unexceptable to protect know terrorist at the expense of the men and women who risk their lives to protect our freedom. What happened to the days when we supported the military? Pray for our country and our soldiers!

We just want to let you know we are thinking about the entire Behenna family. Keep the faith. Michael is a great young man.

This is the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard of. There is nothing wrong with out Military that a good flushing wouldn’t cure. I spent 4 yrs in the USAF and 2 yrs in the 45th NG. Give the Lt. a new trial, a reversal, a Medal for doing his job, his weapon, and more ammo. We are with you Michael, Hang in there.

I’m prior USAF (E-4) and an attorney from Edmond. Keep up the already impressive efforts and things are certain to turn out well. The Behennas can feel free to contact me if there is anything I can be of help on.

I heard Michael’s brother speak at the Freedom Rally in Oklahoma City in June. I was touched by his story as I was by each story that was presented there. It continues to amaze me that the public still thinks our “justice” system works and that truth and justice prevail! My fiance, Reno Francis, has been incarcerated in Oklahoma for almost 40 years for a crime he did not commit. I hope Michael is treated more fairly and receives the new trial he so justly deserves. He is in my prayers as are so many other innocents behind bars in America, the land of the free.

I hope that this soldier will be cleared of all charges based upon the governments withholding of crucial evidence. Unbelievable that this young man would be put through this by his own people. Truly shocking and appalling. He defends our freedom and he has the right to another trial. Its only right.

Dear Michael and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers on this Independence Day. Your bracelet is on my wrist. I am thankful that I live in America, I am grateful to you, Lt. Behenna, and others I have read about who are unjustly imprisoned. I pray for the day, that it will be so soon, when you will have Independence in America. I am very proud of you for serving, was a miliary wife for 11 yrs, as well as the daughter of a Marine, and know a little of what you have sacrificed and also of your great love and dedication to our country and her people. God Bless You.

THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU!!!!

Michael’s grandmother.

Vietnam vet here who is appalled at this terrible injustice. Michael is guilty of serving our country with honor and courage, period. He did what any soldier would have in your situation. To be prosecuted by your own, is the greatest crime of all. Let’s face it, military or not, lawyers, especially prosecutors, are the lowest of low, they are heartless snakes who care not about the truth, just convict the defendant whether guilty or not. My brother is a retired Judge and he sickened by the level of depravity that the legal profession has sunk to. So, while you sit unjustly convicted of doing your duty we have a criminal illegal alien usurper posing as commander in chief
with dozens of lawsuits demanding he prove his eligibility and no prosecutor or Judge with the spine to hear the evidence. The greatest crime in American history ignored and you are convicted by a Kangaroo Court via prosecutorial mispractice.

This is what America has become, the land governed by the most corrupt criminals in our government’s history,(mostly lawyers) while our true heros are convicted for doing their duty and defending themselves and their brothers in arms.

Jefferson stated that, “All that is needed for tyranny to gain a foothold was for people to remain silent.” Well, wake up people, we have tyranny and the illegal prosecution of this American hero is emblematic of the problem. I say bring Michael home by any means necessary and take our country back with the same level of commitment.

I can’t believe this! How can a soldier be put on trail for doing his duty which this country trained him for?!? Where is justice in that?
He fought for our freedem!!
Release Michael Behenna!!!!!
He is a HERO, not a criminal!
Thank you for your service, so we can sleep in peace!!
I’ll pray for you

Michael,
We heard your brothe speak at a rally for the unjustly imprisoned in Oklahoma City yesterday morning, June 27. I spoke to him about coming to our Oklahoma Coalition Against the Death Penalty meetings because he will meet important people there who can help him and your family. I hope we see them there. You need a new trial with the good doctor (McDonnell) testifying on your behalf. Why our military would care about the death of an Al Quaeda member while we are engaged in war with them is a mystery to me (I have lived through Viet Nam and supported the government’s investigation of the massacre at Mei Ly. )

That is so effing retarded! Our government is so messed up…i love how they “play by the rules” but when it comes to everyone else…ugh it just makes me so sick…I’m praying for this soldier and hope that justice is served to him, after all he does serve our country and protects those we love!

Give Him Release!!

I am the son of 1st Sgt. John Hatley as well as a marine. Keep up the good work! it will pay off!

God bless

Nick Johnson

lcpl, usmc

Hang in there, LT. You sound like the kind of LT us crusty old SNCO’s like to work with and train. Justice will be served.

Michael – I saw your mothers passion for obtaining a new “fair” trial for you this past weekend on Flash Point here in OKC. I was so moved by this injustice, I went to your parents house and wanted to share with them personally my feelings and offer my small donation to your Defense Fund. Your parents are exemplary and I was absolutely convinced of their devotion to you and their absolute goal to obtain justice for you. I will write you this week (since I know you do not have access to computer) to make sure you know there are MANY Americans behind you and our prayers are with you. Freedom will come to you – you have to believe and know it will in due course. I salute you!!

It is unfortunate that this is happening to your son, I would hope that his conviction would be overturned. It’s sad that this nation has become as liberal as it has. America is beautiful, but it has lost it’s way because it has forgotten it’s foundation in God.

Michael, first of all i want to say how proud i am of you. Being you are an Okie makes it even better. Actually it doesn’t matter where you hail from, you are a true American. We as a country should stand up for our military personnel who risk their lives each and every waking moment they are fighting for this great USA, instead of condemning them to a prison for 25 years. You were asked to do a job and you did it to the very best of your ability and this is what you get in return. This is appalling to say the least. I have read some of the comments that have already been sent to you and I so agree with what has been said. My husband and I have said for years the injustice our government has imposed on this great country, and it definitely is not getting any better. Some of our politicians apparently have forgotten that we ask our service men and women to go and protect the land we love. So as soon as we start making headway, they want to pull the plug and call it quits or send innocent people to prison for doing so said job. 9/11 was a sad day in our country, innocent people lost their lives for what, so terrorists can just get away with mass murder and not serve the consequences of their actions. OH SO WRONG. This is not what our country should be based on. We shouldn’t lose people just because another country hates our guts and they want to be empowered to be as strong as we are or should i say were as we are getting weaker by the day and these foreign countries know this. That’s why they sent their people over here to be trained, so they could reek havoc on us. They train their children to kill at a very young age, the women and children fight because they think it is the right thing to do, or just have no choice in the matter they are suicide bombers and the like. We can be strong again, if the people stand up for the rights of our military who are fighting for ours, if we write our congressmen and women, senators, our president and the likes who sit in safe places, don’t have to worry that the next door they open isn’t a booby trap just waiting to go off, or drive down a road and not have a bomb go off killing their loved ones. No one likes war, but unfortunately this is what happens when our freedom and rights are being stepped on by other countries. If war was pretty, everyone would volunteer to go, instead of the men and women of the military who do it and go a such purpose. We want them there, we need them there, but we don’t need to condemn them for doing their jobs. This is so inexcusable. God bless you, stand proud, because this is why you choose to go, to fight for the freedom and rights of your fellow soldiers, your family, friends and neighbors. You are a true American hero, and this country owes you a huge dealt of gratitude and a very big apology.

Michael, from one Ranger to another, you will not be left behind. Keep your faith, you have a lot of good people pulling for you.

God bless you Michael. My son was in the United States Navy during Desert Strom and if it wasn’t for young men we would all be in a world of hurt so hang in there for we are all praying for you and your family.
We are hoping that the Goverment will do the right thing.

Jon, I saw your comment on the “defendmichael” website and I can tell you that the girl you listened to is indeed Michael’s girlfriend. Her name is Shannon. I am a former co-worker of Michael’s dad with many, many friends left from that place and one of them told me of this whole situation. Thank you for showing your support of Michael – they truly need all that they can get and I’m trying to do my part. Did you sign his petition to get a new, fair trial? Please, email that link to all your friends and email contacts. This situation has gone worldwide!

Michael,
I recieve your information from a wonderful friend who believes in you and your case with all his heart. I have been praying along with several people and prayer groups since I received the information. You have done your job, now we as a nation of Americans have an opportunity to help our families by helping you. By working diligently to gain a new trial for you, a trial that will give the opportunity for the truth to be reconsidered. I am donated to the cause, I know how expensive trials can be and I know the amounts lawyers and defenders require. Everyone out there that will receive an email from me, they will be ask to donate what they can in order for you to have the best lawyers and counsel to work on your behalf. That is a must. I consider this to be of the upmost importance of things on my list of things to do. This is something that everyone can do. I hope everyone will be as vigilante as I have been and will continue to be.

I will write or email my Senators, Congressman and Congresswoman, Judges including the Supreme Court Judges and any other officials and just plain citizens I can reach.
In the meantime I want you to know I belong to several prayer groups, we have been praying daily for you and your family . I cannot imagine how dissappointed you are in the justice system. But Michael remember that God will not put more on us than we can bear. That said, I know that statement sounds so hollow. But it is true and given with his abundant love.

All that said, I have a son who is out of the military and an still active son in law working on his retirement. My family have all been military with my father being in WWI, several uncles in WWII, my son’s father in Vietnam. My son in law just gave up his grandfather this past weekend to death. He too was a military man who received a military service. We believe when you are called by draft or by volunteering you are answeriing a call to defend our country and the welfare every citizen here, and even those in foreign countries. During 9/11, Americans came together and had a wonderful bond. We were extremely happy to have the hunt for Osama in other countries and not on American land. I still believe that was the right decision. Who among us wanted to be attacked at home? None of course. So in order to do that, we send our servicemen and servicewomen to foreign countries to stop that from happening again. How soon we forget the fact that we were all praying for the same thing. To have peace in America. For some reason we have stopped stepping up to the plate and defending our military. With out God and the American soldiers we would not have the wonderful freedoms we enjoy. That has been happening since we settled in this country. You are fighting to protect the rights of all of us, even the worst of us.

I thank you, believe in you, I am writing everyone I can to gain support for your cause. You have been dealt a huge injustice that needs to be rectified immediately. I am praying for you daily as I have been for you and your family that God will intervene, and lay upon the hearts of the courts to give you a new trial, and people with God in their hearts to be in a positon to make things right for you.

ANYONE READING THIS: WE NEED TO START A CAMPAIGN OF SENDING YOUR STORY TO THE PEOPLE, AND CONTINUE DOING IT UNTIL YOU ARE FREE.

Working on getting the word out and praying for you daily. There is one thing for sure, God knows what happened that day, and he is on your side. As the Hall Family is. Keep your head held high, you have been dealt a cruel fate, but will emerge new man. Take comfort in knowing that a lot of people are on your side and are working hard to get the attention of whomever has the ability to get you released,

My son is a graduate of the Air Force Academy and as a former US Army member we give full support to Michael who should have been awarded a medal of valor for his actions.

What is happening to our country first two US border patrol agents get arrested, convicted and imprissoned for protecting our borders and shooting an admitted and known smuggler, now this case.

Kinda reminds me of the Duke Rape trial where the prosecution withheld evidence from the defense, evidence that proved the defendant’s innocence. It seems that the exact same thing has happened here, the prosecution didn’t like their own expert therefore they witheld his conclusions from the defense.

If and when Michael’s innocence is proved then the prosecution should stand trial and they should have to serve the same 25 yrs Michael was given.

It is time the prosecution is held accountable for their actions.

This is such BS… If this country would have been united the war would have been done and over with. The more signals we send to end it and lets pull out the terrorist will increase its effort since they know we are on the verge of leaving.

We have a president that opened pandoras box by getting cosy with islamic countries and screwing with the CIA and banning waterboarding and on top of that he wants to end GITMO.

Now Obama should step up to the plate and give this soldier a pardon. This is nonsense……. A brave soldier risking his life to defend USA from foreign and domestic threats….. and he is on trial.
God bless you and stand firm.

So sorry to hear of the outcome of your trial! Our government should have stood behind you! We will be praying for you!

Thank you Michael for all that you have done for the benefit of our country. You are a true hero, and the truth will soon set you fee from that terrible situation. God Bless

Mike and family,
I write from Afghanistan…and I know how these people are. Everybody reaches for our knives, weapons and food, even little kids. You did what you had to do. You should be CPT Behenna now, but our government has screwed you over. I have never seen as reprehensible an outcome to a military trial as this. This is bulls***. Stay strong, you’ll be home soon.

I SUPPORT YOU.

Thank you for your service. Where would America be without people like you?

If we cannot give justice to our servicemen what sort of country are we. everything you have done is appreciated more thann words can say

This country is seriously messed up. We prosecute our own who did their job in our defense.

It’s a damn sorry state of affairs in our country when we prosecute our soldiers for doing the job they were ordered to do. How about ordering the prosecutors to do a year of kicking in doors with terrorist on the other side, give then a taste of gut wrenching crap troops go through. People want our military to protect them but utterly fail to protect our troops when they need it. They are ordered into combat where death can come every second then complain when the poor enemy is killed or mistreated. There are not enough adjectives to describe the disdain I have for those bloody political idiots. US Army Retired.

Dear Michael,
Thank you for your service to our country. I’ll be praying for you and your family. Please stay strong and remember that the Apostle Paul was jailed unjustly. May God watch over you and keep you strong. You have no idea how many people are praying for you.
American, wake up! Free this brave man!

I hate to say it man but it sounds like the military made you an example… I hate the fact that you are a solid soldier who was just doing his job. I learned about you from a chick in a public speaking class claiming to be your brother’s girlfriend. I think if you just get the word out like she did there is a strong chance for appeal, it really is up to the friends and family

I think what has happened to you stinks to high heaven. Someone should investigate this miscarriage of justice. Stay strong Michael, God and the american people are with you. God Bless You. PJD retired USAF

I’m with you on all points

Lt. Behenna I pray you will use this remarkable injustice, one that has been visited on many GI’s and Marines in this war, as a call to seek the Lord. You service is honorable, but recount that the God of Heaven sent His Only Begotten Son, the Lord Jesus Christ to die for our sins. I’m sure if you will diligently seek His face He will renew your strength and deliver you from the hand of the enemy.

Michael, the Military is corrupt and you were just doing the job you were hired to do. I served in Nam and have had a run in with the like of a Military Tribunal. They have no idea what’s going on with their heads up their you know what. Michael, be confident, be loyal, and may God be with you. You did the right thing. If it would have been me, I would have done the EXACT same thing, no question.

This country is not what it used to be. This country is dying, it’s just gone. I fear for the future of this country, and the children growing up in it. May God be with you Micheal, and may God be with the leaders of this country. Next Patriot Tea Party July 4th. Be there, take our country back, and lets show the government, what We The People are made of!

My son is about to enter the Army. I know I will fear for his safety while deployed. I never thought I would have to fear the consequences he could possibly face from our government. I will pray for you.

One Ranger to Another – I am with you Sir. You have my RESPECT, prayers and admiration. Keep up the fight. REMEMBER, NEVER SURRENDER!!

I just learned of this outrage and I will commence a writing campaign.

My Best Sir

Having served in the Navy during OIF, my hopes and prayers are with you 1st Lieutenant Behenna. You were ABSOLUTELY in the right, no matter the particulars at the time, and our government is foolish to advocate otherwise. You’ll overcome this hurdle and have the support of thousands at your front door.

Just look at all the support here. Stay strong!!

“Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you.” Psalm 55:18

Michael, there are many, many people praying for you. If there is someone we can write to, please post the address. We will get on it!

Stay strong!

It tears at my Infantry soul to see this injustice perpetrated on a fellow warrior. What really galls me is that the muj get 70 something virgins, and our selfless Army Lieutenant gets Leavenworth.
As a fellow warrior I intend to send monetary support to your legal defense fund.

WE need to wake up in this country. The jihadist’s are rabid dogs. They need to be exterminated. But it’s soon coming back to our shores…we’ll either defect them or be forced into Muslem slavery. Just look at Sweden and most of Europe…and so it’s coming to America. It’s unfortunate but what will our government “permit” us to do about it?

Lt Michael Behenna volunteered to don the uniform and defend the citizens of the United States even if it could cost him his life. It only seems fair under the present circumstances to give him every opportunity to clear his name and reinstating him to his present rank of Ist Lt. by allowing all the evidence available to be honestly presented.

Lt., The ends here, justify the means. Why you were entrusted to take this terrorist back was a bad call on the part of your superiors. In my opinion, that action only encouraged your prisoner to act out his dogma. Having served in combat (Vietnam), I empathize because “war is hell”. You have my support…..to the end.

God bless you Michael. You are the reason we are a free nation.Never give up, you are in the right.

Our world has gone crazy. It’s hard to understand why our Government does the things it does.
They want to lock up Little Red Riding Hood and turn the Big Bad Wolf loose!

Michael, keep in faith and close to God and pray daily, one day your glory door will open for your freedom !.
Some time that happened during war,some military and civil courts never understand and tough. As I can understand you do your best duty to shoot terrorists who killed your two men and happened two Iraq civil involved helping terrorist. I can see you are very innocent ! .We support your brave and hero !. Military that responsible to send you war there. There is nothing they can do, it is WAR !
God bless you !.
Robert 78

This is outrageous. You were doing your job that we have asked you to do. One step further and they would have returned you under different circumstances. Don’t stop fighting, We are behind you. Be proud you are a Ranger, Lt. Our daughter was Army, left a Capt. and saw the changes. God Bless and we are praying for you. I will ask others to also. My daughter has Army buddies and friends who went through with her and are still over there. They will form a prayer chain for you. Thank you and don’t quit.

It is an unfortunate truth that the young leaders in our military often find themselves scapegoated. It is unforgivable for senior leader; military and civilian to waste the lives and talents of the nations young soldiers to make themselves appear just. I hope deep in my heart that this situation rights itself. You are ,as all of our service members are, in my prayers.

It’s B/S like this that makes me sick, our young men and women defend our country and in doing so are sent to prision, this young man needs a new trial with all clearing evidence must be admitted.I will advise all young people to refrain from joining the armed forces unless you want to go to jail for doing your job.

“A Ranger NEVER leaves a fallen comrade” as long as you fight this injustice me and my whole family will stand by your side. i was Army 22.5 years and i know Rangers dont do stupid crap like this they dont need to they are the BEST!!
HANG IN THERE BROTHER!!!

You’ve done the right thing Michael, I am afraid you are being used as a scapegoat,, don’t give in,, we are on your side, dont stop appealing!!!!

Michael…You are in my prayers soldier!!
REAL Americans stand at your side…HOOAH..!

Thank you and May God Bless you.

This is an outrage! No soldier should ever be charged with murder when we send them to war. Every American needs to read the book, Lone Survivor, written by Navy Seal Marcus Luttrell. This book will open your eyes to the decisions our soldiers face. If they kill the enemy our own government will charge them with murder and if they release the terrorists, they will come back and kill our soldiers. That’s what happened to these Seals and no soldier should have to worry about being charged with murder for killing the enemy. This is a war people!!! Michael, I want to thank you for your service and you are in my prayers.

My husband is currently in Afghanistan and he would do the same thing if he was attacked and threatened. I hope this military will see fit to release this soldier and admit their mistake! I will definitely keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

We need more affirmative action like his. We have become the land of fools and bleeding heart liberals.

Michael,
First let me thank you for defending this country and sacrificing so much of your young life for the freedoms most Americans take for granted. You are and always will be A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
My only son died in Afghanistan AFTER he had already captured his killers and our leaders set them free and gave them their guns and ammo back…then sent our soldiers on a route that was not able to be protected by Americans. I have classified info into my sons death that I should not have. Remember that you did nothing wrong and that war is war….it is ugly and there are casualties…but defending our rights and our freedoms are heroic actions that you should be exhaulted for not penalized for. Hold your head high and know that you have God on your side.
Thank you again for your service…all of it.
Susan Moreno
Proud mother of SFC John Michael Hennen
KIA 6-17-07 Operation Enduring Freedom

Michael: We lost a brave soldier to the terrorists in a road side ambush last May. Our family was greatly affected by the senseless and cowardly murder. A mother’s only child is gone defending against these murderers. We know the sacrifice you have given only too well and words cannot express the pride and appreciation for your service!! I wonder how many of these cowards are tried for murdering our soldiers? Keep your head up! You will be exhonerated.

Michael;
As I am a veteran of Vietnam, it seems to me you have fallen into the worst of places, much like others did in “my” war. I hope that once you have served your use as a political pawn, the military will see fit to “pardon” you. Rest assured, there will be no great rush to publicize your pardon such as there is to announce your unjust conviction.
I’m just guessing here, but I could bet that on your way to free the terrorist, you must have been thinking that the term “Military Intelligence” is an oxymoron, or, more directly, that your Army Intelligence group was simply full of morons. That was the case, sir, but you can never tell a Rear Echelon type just what they’re full of – they tend to take it out on you.
When a war is run by men in armchairs, they always state the reasons for sending us to die in lofty terms and (civilian) principles. Such high-toned principles are about as useful as roller skates to a weasel – they don’t work in a combat zone. Those of us who actually fight the war know the basics – we defend each other; we do not leave each other behind, and we DO NOT set an enemy free to kill again.
Thanks for your service, Brother, and if you don’t get out of jail soon, there will be a lot of vets like me beginning to move and shake things up.

from a combat marine… obamas boys think we should throw cream puffs at the bad guys while they[bad guys] throw bulletts at us, put pelosi and her crew in uniform and send them over, maybe they can give them big hugs and take them home with them, its alright if they behead our guys and show it on the web,they’re such nice people!!! youve got my support, god will get those who say the law but dont abide by it.

I will be praying for your release & for the true form of justice to be done!

This soldier left his family and loved ones to fight for freedom and save our country from terrorist. And this is the price for it? I really don’t understand…..

Sorry that I financially am unable to give. However as a veteran of this once great nation, I am ashamed at this outrage. Does the Government of this once great nation not see what happens to our people when these vicious bastards get a hold of them. So my heart goes out to you my son.

It is sad that such a gross misrepresentation like this can occur within our flawed judicial system. I served 2 tours in Iraq and to hear of this is an outrage. Try to get as much media involvement as possible. I wish you and yours the best, keep your head up.

former SPC Wheatley
1-10 CAV 4 ID
1-37 AR 1 AD

I can’t believe people are so stupid as to punish our brave soldiers…hang tough fella, we American citizens: Christians, are proud of you!!! We love you, and so does God!!

It’s just like our Government to play the blame game when in fact our Government is trying to look innocent and just. God Bless you for DOING YOUR JOB the GOVERNMENT TRAINED YOU TO DO!!!

We got your back!

MAY THE PRECIOUS BLOOD OF CHRIST PROTECT AND SHIELD YOU AND GUIDE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE DEFENDING YOU!

DO NOT LOSE HOPE! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

My husband was in Vet. a usless war but he is a marine and he did what he had to do to survive and all the solders at that time were criticized . I applaud Michael he did what he did and now what thanks here is a 25 yr prison term. Maybe you would rather have him home in a casket. Michael, you are a hero soldier and let no one tell you anything different.

First, THANK YOU 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna for your service to our country under extremely difficult conditions.

Second, I am so mad that I could spit fire. I’m mad at the runaway JAG Corps of all our military “support” services that automatically assume our own are guilty and want to convict our troops. This has gone on for far too long with the Haditha Marines and so many more. I would sure like to know the background of these prosecutors, where they went to school, who their mentors are, and what elitist professors they studied under. And my same feelings are for the judge who denied a mistrial or retrial. While I’m sure there are some in the JAG Corps who maintain high standards, there seem to be very few. I believe many watch too much damn TV, CSI, JAG, etc. They seek not justice, but the selfish glory of winning a case at all cost, damn the facts or the benefit of doubt of presumed innocence of those who bear the burden of combat. And to the so called “officers” who convicted him, I say shame on you. You are no jury of peers…not having served in actual combat. Even the civilian jurrors in California in the case of murder charges against another brave troop knew they did not have the necessary knowledge to even judge him. They set him free with prejudice, as it should have been. Just good old common sense ruled. Common sense our JAG Corp and these jury officers of supposed honor seem to be sorely lacking.

No damn wonder our armed forces are having trouble retaining good quality men and women. They know the deck is stacked against them by by both cowards and elitist agenda driven holier than thou infested JAG system.

To 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna, I sir am not an attorney nor a rich man, but am a combat infantryman from Vietnam who has followed the injustices of the JAG Corps for the past several years. You can carry it to the bank that I and many others are already mobilizing to come to your defense. There are a lot of angry combat veterans and patriotic citizens who feel the same about these continuing injustices. There is a large behind the scenes network of email chains and blogs that will help expose the injustice you have been subjected to.

To those officers and JAGS who denied 1st Lieutenant Michael Behenna the testimony of their own experts, your lives will probably be researched thoroughly by an army of pro-troop veterans. As the saying goes, those who live in glass houses should never throw stones.

As another saying goes, hell hath no fury like a scorned woman. That same language can be applied to combat infantrymen about their brothers in arms. Something you jury officers and maybe the JAG have forgotten or are not even aware of.

Keep your head up and hang in there Lt. Behenna. It may take a bit of time, but the wheels are starting to turn in the veteran community. BTW, they are already moving as I was informed of your plight by three separate emails today from veterans that feel the same. We may be a bit late to your plight, but the word of the injustice suffered on you is spreading fast.

And to those elitist JAG and others of similar bent, game on.

William Page
a Vietnam Vet 11B who’s very po’d.

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I am speechless! 25 yrs. for shooting an enemy that attacks you? If they didn’t want it, they shouldn’t have trained us to kill so well! I will have a talk with my senator. If anyone can do anything, it would be a politician!

I would love to donate, need to wait till payday, lol. It makes me sick that people, especially government, think they can get away with not only breaking the law by with-holding evidence, but that it’s okay to degrade themselves as human beings. If they are not held accountable here on Earth in front of everyone as they should be, they will be come judgement day! I laugh in naught they think it;s okay to wait till then, too… My prayers to you, Michael Behenna. May you see to the end of these atrocities laid before you… I am embarrassed that our own systems do not work! Shame on our few tainted elected officials!

I fully support this cause.

Thank you for defending our country! Stay strong and keep fighting

In war, do we not kill our enemies? Thank you Michael for doing your duty? You and all our other servicemen are heros. You have my support.

Michael, you are in our prayers! We will not forget you. You are a hero and nothing less. God bless you. I’ve given to your defense fund, and I will, again. We will shout for joy when you are victorious! Stay strong.

We continue to pray for justice for you, Michael.

Please folks, take a moment and write an encouraging note to this good soldier. Think how depressing Leavenworth is !! He doesn’t have internet access. He is treated as a gruesome thug. He left university to serve.

Please write this man and tell him you know of his case and you support him.

Michael Behenna #87503

1300 N. Warehouse Road

Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027-2304

Michael,

HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY! I hope you received the 2 Birthday cards I sent you and I’m certain many others sent you cards too.

I know it isn’t where you want to be on this day Michael, but stay strong, and don’t give up. I truly believe this “mistake” will get cleared up and you will be out of there soon.

Please let me know if I can send you anything and I hope you get me on your Visitor’s List so I can come and visit you. This Grateful American would like to thank you for all you have done for my family.

With a Mother’s Heart,

Beverly Perlson
The Band of Mothers
http://www.thebandofmothers.com

Michael I do not know you sir, But you have my full support! You have worn and wear the uniform proudly! This is a terrible miscarriage of justice! We as Americans stand by you sir! Thank you for your service and I apologize on behalf of our country that this miscarriage has even been allowed to stand! I will keep you in my prayers sir and hope that we as your supporters will be able to get this travesty overturned! I hope your Birthday today brings you some happiness while you fight this battle! You are a Hero! Never let anyone tell you otherwise! Politics needs to be removed from our military and allow these men and women to do the job they were asked to do by our government!
Faithfully Yours
Clayton D. Murwin

Dearest Michael,

I am a retired disabled veteran. You have served your country well, and I am grateful. You keep your chin up son and know that I and many other veterans will never let you be forgotten, nor will we stop fighting on your behalf.

It is evident that enemy terrorist’s have more rights sometimes than the freedom fighters such as yourself. The government of this country is plagued with so much incompetence, it’s truly unbelievable! It seems that we often are fighting two enemies, one abroad, and many at home! You will prevail!

Expect to be released before long soldier! You can count on it!

Danny Arnette
US Army retired

This is bs. I’m going to Iraq in a couple months. Are you telling me I have to be killed before I shoot back?

WOW– it just reiterates that “Our Justice System” SUCKS! Unfort- I believe that this happened because todays society is so stupid…he’s a man who is serving our country, helping us to keep our AMERICAN DREAMS alive and allowing us to BE FREE…and the one time he tries to defend himself and protect himself…we (the idiots of the jury, judge and justice system) turn on him…Hello people we should be thanking him and honoring him! Bless and Thank U LT! Hang strong! I will spread the word and try to raise money for your defense….and pray, pray for YOU, your family and pray that the stupid people in this world grow up!

Mr. & Mrs. Behenna, my heart goes out to you as parents. My son was in Navy Special Warfare and I understand just how much you worried about Michael while he was deployed. For this to happen is unforgivable of our government. I am a proud American from Edmond and hope this injustice was the actions of misguided individuals and not of our country as a nation. I have sent $100 for Michael’s defense and will continue to do so periodically. I will also contact our Senators and Representatives so that they will know the volume of support from the American people. It breaks my heart to think of the pain this must be causing you. As you must know by now; you are not alone in this fight. I plan to write a letter to Michael, for he must also know that he is not alone and that Americans are proud of him.

He is not the first to be destroyed for defending his country in this war. Let us try to make him the last one.

The judge, jury, and Prosecuting attorneys need to be taken outside and beat to within an inch of their life. Then all sent to combat in Iraq or the “ghan” as an infantryman for a minimum of 12 months.

First of all, I would just like to thank you for the committment you made to this country by serving. The terrible wrong doing that has taken place is a tragedy, and I am sorry for what you are going through. I do believe, however, that it can be corrected. Your story is being spread and people are sending thoughts and prayers your way daily. Keep up the fight!

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:7-8

Please stay strong. Many, many people are praying for your release. I thank you for your service to our country. You are not forgotten!

This is just plain wrong. Keep your head up Lt Behenna and keep on having faith and believing and everything will work out itself out.

I am so sorry for what you are going through. My prayers are with you. Please keep appealing this until you are the truth of your innocence is proclaimed! It is so typical of our government to defend the enemy instead of the hero. Always remember, YOU Lt Behenna are the hero!

My prayers are with you sir. I will do what I can to get the word out, and get you out. Sound like we need to prosecute the prosecutors.

I heard your story tonight on Phil Valentine’s show. So your story is getting out there.

Godspeed Michael

Sir,

Another Nam vet here with a selection of suggestions.

Demand a new trial based on the fact your Court was not of your peers having no combat officers seated.

Get the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and even the Disabled Veterans involved.

Speak with each of your Senator’s veteran liaison and your Representative’s office also.

Do not overlook any Ranger organization.

As previously suggested, contact Michael Savage which would be easiest probably through his latest legal staff.

For your own sanity it would be good to get a base copy of the UCMJ and take apart each pertinent Article to assist in your own defense.

Be very good to have your family speak with your local news media, see what might be done to get your story public nationwide.

Bob Moore
RVN 67-68

CAN’T CONTRIBUTE MUCH MONEY WISE, BUT CAN SUPPORT YOU IN PRAYERS AND ENCOURAGE YOU TO HANG IN THERE. I’M PROUD OF MY COUNTRY’S MILITARY MEN LIKE YOU!

I am a minor so I can’t donate to your fund, but I will tell each and every one of my friends, and have my friends tell their friends, and have my friends tell their parents. My Mom would probably announce it at our church (yes, I am a Christian). My Dad was in the Navy for almost 25 years (1983 was when he joined, not sure exactly when he retired), and he would be FURIOUS about this. We are a conservative/republican family, and I think that it is a disgrace to our country. GOD BLESS YOU MICHAEL BEHENNA!

What happened in this case is reprehensible. If a soldier who was truly in harms way can’t get a fair trial then the system is broken. The appeal process better bring justice to this young man who put his life on the line.

I am a friend of Michael’s uncle Rick. He is one of the most loyal and honest people that I have ever met. It is clear that “the apples do not fall far from the tree”.

Michael and the other men and women fighting for our country are my true heroes. The fact that this country would prosecute someone who has given everything to defend my freedom and the safety of my chidren is frankly embarrassing.

I have my wristband and I will say a prayer each day that I can once again be proud of this country with the release of Michael and the recognition of his amazing service to this country.

Thank you
Kevin

God bless you , Michael. You are in our
prayers. Isaiah said, “Woe unto them that
call evil, good and good, evil…” (Isa. 5:20)
We are certainly living in those times!
Jesus is still Lord, no matter what anybody
says and He WILL prevail!

God Bless You,Michael,not only for your service to our country but for having to endure this appalling incarceration. We Thank You, for all you have done and will continue to support you until this travesty is overturned. We will continue to pray for your release and please keep faith because God is Good and the TRUTH will prevail!

This is unrealistic to have Micheal in prison for the good work he did in beiji in iraq. I met Micheal in iraq while on ma deployment from Uganda and I know the little of what happened. We as Ugandans who know what happened to Micheal while in Iraq feel sorry he has been repaid for his excellent work by the USA govt sending him to prison. Even we Ugandans knew Mansur was a known alqaeda, and it raises the question,what is the purpose of the usa invasion on iraq? MICHEAL I AM IN AFRICA UGANDA AND THERE IS NOTHING I CAN GIVE IN TERMS OF MONEY. BUT I WILL ALWAYS PRAY FOR YOU. BE STRONG AND GOD BLESS. Frank Katongole

Thank you, Lt Michael Behenna for your service to our nation.

I must admit a sense of shame for our nation for what is going on. As I posted on an number of web sites and blogs, we free the guilty to kill the innocent (Club Gitmo), and jail the innocent who have killed the guilty.

Truly, ours is a world turned upside down.

Be strong, there are good people looking out for you.

Jim Crum

This is an outrage……….I am currently on Active duty and how dare this UCMJ system that we have prosecute our heroes…… This is similar to SGT Evan Vela’s story………………check out his name on google. I am in a position where i cant even donate to help for fear that they will trace down my pay pal, but Mr Behenna and his family is in my prayers daily.

first of all i want to thank you for your servece to our country and i hope they find you not guilty. ps i am a member of air force JROTC and i am praying for you

1st LT Behenna,

First and foremost, thank you for your service to our country! I am an Army mom, with 2 sons serving, so I can only imagine what your family is going through.

I just spent an hour talking on the phone with your Uncle Rick. We are connected on Facebook.

Just know that there are many of us out here, Michael, who will not let this pass and are so thankful for soldiers like you!!!!

We’re praying for you and routing for and doing what we can.

This is an absolute travesty!

Our government has a brutal track record on meddling with military operations. We have met the enemy and he is us. God Speed Michael

Geneva Convention sucks a fatty! Give our defenders of freedom actual FREEDOM!!!

This injustice needs to stop. This is a war and we need to do what is necessary to get the job done. Good luck Micheal.

Our prayers are with you Michael & we will do all we can to spread the word, I am emailing everyone I know & they will help also. Letters will be written & money donated. Thank you soooo much for all you have done for us by serving, we are so proud of you!

Thanks to Lt. Behenna’s parents for being on our show last night. Here is the link if you would like to listen or download the show:

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/stations/HeadingRight/cyberpastor/2009/04/07/Do-The-Right-Thing-Radio-Lt-Michael-Behennas-Family

Blessings to the family and we are praying for Michael’s release to happen sooner than later!

Pastor Ed

This is just insane. I guess we throw hero’s in prison now. Better to put the three prosecutors in there for lying. Good luck to you and your family Lt Behenna.

Hi mike . . I’m an Indian. I felt very bad when i came to know about this. How can they do this to a soldier, who left his family and went to work for the security of the country. The people who judged you don’t know how a warhead will be. I request all the brother in arms to take up this issue and help him. We are there for you brother . . Don’t worry . Be Strong . .

Has anyone contacted the senators and representatives who might be able to help with this case? Anyone have any contacts with retired military who might be able to help?

Get word out to all of the conservative talk radio and T.V. hosts. I just forwarded the article to Hannity and Glenn Beck.

I assume that the military blogs (Black Five, etc) are aware of this? Best wishes with this effort.

The government just dismissed all charges against Ted Stevens, former Alaska Senator, for a less egregious Brady violation than Michael’s! What is wrong with the Army? This is outrageous!

Michael,
This travesty of justice is a clarion call for us to rise up in defense of you and all of your brothers in arms. You are put under a microscope and judged by those who most likely have never seen battle- and yet are so quick to pass Judgment. You have served and protected my family. Now it is our turn to serve and protect you.
Promise me now, that you will not allow this miscarriage of justice, nor those who have wrongly judged you, to darken your spirit. We are all called to fight the good fight, no matter the obstacles before us. Be on constant vigil to guard your spirit as that is the one thing they can never take from us. Most importantly, never allow yourself to be consumed by hate, as that is the enemy’s greatest weapon, and a drain on one’s spirit.

I AM THE DAUGHTER OF A WW2 PARATROPPER, WE WERE RAISED TO LOVE OUR COUNTRY AND SERVE IT (BOTH BROTHERS WERE IN MILITARY)
THIS MAN IS A SACRAFICIAL SHEEP, AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED THE PRISONER IS AN ENEMY COMBATANT PERIOD!!!!! LET MICHAEL FREE HE DID NOTHING WRON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY

What happened to Michael is wrong. Michael should be sent home and given a hero’s welcome. This is a mis-carriage of justice. As a veteran, i support the military, but this time they are wrong and need to correct their mistake. I have passed this information along in my school building and more support is forthcoming. My wife and i will be sending a donation shortly. Michael, thank you for your service to our country. you are in our prayers.

To Michael and Your Family:

Myself and others are dedicated in our mission to help you. I know of no American whom I have shared your story that is not outraged and resolute to help you. I hate that I am here and you are there and I would trade places with you in a minute Michael. What has happend to you makes no sense and is a disgrace on the court! Stay focused and do not lose faith. The mission is to get you out of there and restore your honor. You are an American Hero Michael and it is obvious to this mother, reading all the comments here, that you have so much support! I hope you know that too. I am only sorry that this situation got this far. I believe had we known about your trial we could have gathered outside the courthouse everyday until they let you go. Darn’t!

Stay strong…I have written you a letter and would like to come and see you. Please advise how I go about doing that. My Son served 4 deployments in this war and I know you have given so much for all of us already. This injustice to you is unacceptable and our troop support movement will begin a campaign very soon to help you. As we plot and plan, gather strength in all the support there is for you. Right now, the only thing we can do is ask you to keep your faith and maybe ask if this old mom can take your place. For all you have done for me and my family, that is the very least I can do for you. You can tell ‘em I’m a good cook! Hang in there Michael. We all know you are a Hero, you fought for us and now we are going to fight for you!

God Bless You and Your Family,

Beverly Perlson
The Band of Mothers
http://www.thebandofmothers.com

I have known Micheal and his family for a very long time-in fact I babysat Michael and his brothers when I lived in Edmond and had them in daycare. Not one day did I ever doubt that Michael would be a successful man. I too am a retired vet (USAF) and I want you to know how many tears are shed night after night when you are away from your family the sacrifices that you make to keep all others safe. To be slapped in the face like this HURTS.

Michael you are a strong young man and I know you have a stong family and you go all the way with this—DONT YOU QUIT!!! you keep your chin up

You have so many out there that are behind you 300% and the words that will never fail “WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU BEHIND” I promise!!!!

God Bless you

This type of action by our goverment is un- excusable. These soldiers are paid to keep us free and they do it WILLINGLY WITH PRIDE AND HONOR. We as a country and government then slap them in the face for protecting our nation, our soldiers and our people. The world laughs at us when things like this happen. Dispicable and Disgraceful!

Hey, I know! Lets give the terrorists more rights than our soldiers. There is something terrible wrong with this picture!

I am sickened by this verdict, and it makes me ashamed that my country would let this happen. Michael, please stay strong. Patriots are praying for your release. I will pray without ceasing.

You certainly have my support! I am going to start praying now for justice to prevail in your case. Thank you for your service to our country!

Such a prosecution is an absolute disgrace and should not be tolerated by the military. Is this another politically inspired prosecution to enhance the prosecutor’s reputation?

You are in my prayers, have faith, there’s always hope. God be with you Michael.

Its a shame that this has happened. As a sailor myself, I cannot believe how someone could convict a fellow member of the military. This man defended his country and has been punished for it. My Core Values are: Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Would it not be grand if everyone had these values? You would think that members of the Justice System would have them. I pray for you soldier.

An easy way to help Michael and ALL soldiers is, whether or not you can buy the band, make copies of this home page and carry them with you. The band will start a conversation but to make sure folks remember, hand them a copy of this page! If you can’t afford the band, just pass a copy to folks you know might care enough to pass it on. You never know who else they will talk to in turn. We have to keep this message alive. Thank you to all who have posted, prayed and are spreading the word.

I join with others in prayer for Michael. Unfortunately this might not be something that God will intervene in. I have boots on the ground in this operation. Money is needed. The courts put him where he is, the courts have to be convinced to release him. He has no President to depend on. Money and public outcry is what he needs. I can do some of both. Stay strong young man and allow some of us to protect you for a while.

My father was in Operation Desert Storm and was a navy SEAL. Michael should be let free. He was defending this country and I hold the highest respect for him. Thank you sir for risking your life for us.

Hang in there, Michael. The tough part with the situation Michael was in that there is no win-win opportunity. You can take a chance, hold fire, and hope that the individual you are questioning is not really moving toward you in a threatening manner. Or you can assume that the individual’s intent is harmful, and fire to defend yourself and your soldiers. Even worse – you usually have only a few extremely stressful seconds to make this decision. It’s really easy to do the right thing or make a mistake, one way or the other – and there is little opportunity to figure out which choice is which, when you are in the heat of the moment. Nothing is ever straightforward in a combat zone.

“ABOVE THE REST” May this INJUSTICE be reversed,and soon!

An Older Brother
“ABU” Shep (1969)

Good on ya Brock!

Dollard Nation has your back Michael. This ain’t over yet!

Stay strong Lt. Behenna !!

Dear Lt. Behenna,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your
family. You deserve thanks from all of us for
your service and not a jail term. I find the fact
a witness for the prosecution was not called to
testify because his evidence was not what the
prosecution wanted to hear, a compelling reason for a retrial. I always believed that truth is
what counted. Again my thoughts and prayers with you.

Please know there are people out here trying to get this story out. This is a travesty of justice! After a review of the court records, we are convinced this man is innocent. Like the border agents Ramos and Compion there must be a national outcry for his release.

I too want to thank you, Lt. Behenna, for your service, bravery and for protecting our country. I pray you will be released soon and this injustice corrected. I am truly appalled that our government has allowed this to happen. I will send news of this atrocity to all my contacts and hope everyone reading these comments will do the same.

I have no money to give at this time – I live on a SSI check but I just wanted to say that I will write congress and voice my opinion… I think all the bleeding hearts that sit behind a desk need to start realizing that these men and women are at war and all of the playing nice crap has to stop – We can not judge these men for “crimes” until we stand in their shoes and hold their guns defending our children… and I thank God everyday for the men and women that have taken up arms during these past 10yrs for crappy pay and crappy benifits… I hope and pray that Micheal is released soon and that his military career is fully restored…

Let me get this right. We send a young American to Hell to fight who knows who. He’s in charge and responsible for the lives of other young American’s. This guy kills two of his soldiers. The authorities turn the guy loose and ask the soldier who just lost men to give him a ride home? In an act of self defense he eliminates the problem and we give him 25 years in prision? What the Hell is going on here, we’re at war for God’s sake!!!!!!!!!!

I too would like to thank Mr. Behenna for his loyal service to the USA. I am not sure what’s really going on over there, except we are putting young men in a position that is very tense. They have to make decisions at a moments notice. We are losing our young soldiers to help others, and then when they come home we don’t take care of them. Now we are prosecuting someone that was acting out in self-defense. We aren’t letting evidence come out that can help us. Hell, why send the guy back anyway, so he can plan something else. There are so many misjustices in this war. Our goverment needs to get a grip. Debt, death and wonded. Now imprisonment on a fine soldier that is giving his best. What next…… I am proud of all the soldiers that are serving our country, but not so proud of the people putting them there.

So let me understand this:

We free terrorists from Gitmo into the US, & provide them with paychecks but we send an American soldier, Lieutenant Michael Behenna, to prison for 25 years for killing a known Al Qaeda operative while serving in Iraq.

What friggin bizarro world did I wake up in???

Set Michael Behanna FREE. THIS IS BEYOND INSANE. What has happened to our country??

We are rolling on this one.

I first want to Thank Mr. Behenna for protecting my county and my family. This is so wrong what is happing to this man. I think anyone who fights for our freedom (and might kill someone) should not have to serve any time in prison, they already deal with so much in their own minds about what happened. Again, We Thank You and we hope that Mr. Behenna may be able to get all the charges droped and move forward with his life.

This has to be the largest miscarriage of military justice since Viet Nam. Had Mansur had the upper hand and taken Michael’s life, Mansur would be hailed a hero in Al Queda and another “hometown hero” would have been on the local news. This is the reason we Americans get tied into these quagmires – we have too many people who have no idea of what kind of enemy we face. We have to get the message out that as citizens of America, we stand behind the defense of our country and stand by our soldiers who volunteer to fight these people on our behalf. Our love and prayers are with you Michael, as well as with you Scott, Vicky, Brett and Curtis. We will win this battle.

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My son went to school with Michael and we know him personally. I’m appalled that our government has allowed this to happen. These young men and women have made a huge sacrifice to fight for our country. Where is our President in all of this? Where is the justice? You have my prayers and I pray that God will protect Michael and keep him safe.

Keep your chin up, Soldier; adversity makes you stronger. You have right and God on your side. Don’t ever stop appealing this. You will prevail.

This story really hurts me and i give LT Michael my full support. am joining the marines and it scares me that the government would do something like this to one of its own my heart goes out to you semper fi

I’m sorry I can’t donate any funds to your defense but I wanted to drop a line and let you know people are listening and praying for you. You are not alone, Michael! Keep fighting and try to keep your spirits up.

Thank you so much for your service to our country!!

Sincerely,
Judy Gilbert

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH MICHAEL, VICKY, SCOTT, CURTIS AND BRETT. WHAT IS HAPPENING TO MICHAEL IS WRONG.