Ens. McCallum and the Raiders

So the Navy has decided to allow its athletic standouts to participate in professional football on a “not-to-interfere” or “no-conflict” basis with their “regular” duties. This is an unfortunate decision--for us taxpayers.

These young men, ostensibly screened for their intellect and leadership potential, have been given, at taxpayers’ expense, a comprehensive education. This should have prepared and motivated them to serve as totally committed Navy and Marine officers, not as “part time now” and “full time later on” football players.

CHUCK FERGUSON

Garden Grove