Despite last-minute remorse, U.S. Army doctor and Lieutenant Colonel Terrence Lakin got what he had coming – Six months in a military prison, and dismissal from the Army after 17 years of service.You see, LTC Lakin was a Birther and didn’t believe he should have to follow the orders of an invalid president. I can’t help but wonder if he ever questioned the citizenship or valid election of good ol’ governor Bush.
Lakin's attorney, Neal Pucket, asked the jury to "Consider Lakin's wife and two children at Christmas and said he should be allowed to stay in the Army because of his value as a doctor." (Source). Perhaps the good LTC should have thought of his family before he decided to betray his oath and Constitutional duties to the United States. Nice try Mr. Neal.
Of course, knowing our US Officer Corps, he’ll likely get off on appeal, but I’ll hold out hope that this deserter’s sentence is upheld.
To LTC Lakin, I say this: You’re a dumbass and an embarrassment to the uniform of the military services of the United States. Take your punishment like a man and live with the consequences of your decisions.
