ADVERTISEMENTIn the military, core values are a matter of life and death. I've long admired Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth for her drive, determination, and clear adherence to the core values inherent in so many combat veterans but clearly absent in her opponent, incumbent Senator Mark Kirk. When I separated from the Navy after 12 honorable years, I took the values with me. His repeated lies, not only about his service but foreign policy as a whole topic, are directly in conflict with the military's core values. We all know her story, and it is clear that she embodies the core values we expect to see in those who serve, whether in uniform or on the floor of the United States Senate.

Source: Huffington Post September 23, 2016 18:56 UTC