While under certain circumstances such as classified operations, the way that a soldier died is very important information that the family may want to hear. If it is not known at the time, a simple, "we're investigating it and will let you know when we know more" is more then fair.
What I want to know is: would this have gotten the attention that it did had it not been Pat Tillman? A good looking young man who gave up the easy life to fight terrorism and defend his country is cut down in a sad case of friendly fire isn't the way that anyone should go. The family deserved the truth on how he died, why he died, and what mistakes, if any, were made.
I'm quite certain that those who did the firing have been devastated by their tragic mistake. However, anything that did go wrong should be corrected and if punishment is warranted, should be laid out. Sometimes accidents do happen, and there's nothing you could have done differently that would have changed the outcome.
However, if you are lying to the families about their loved ones death, you deserve whatever punishment the military dishes out. It's a simple matter of tact, honor, and honesty.
Travis
travis@rightwinglunatic.com
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