As a nurse and a sister of a marine who died in action in Iraq in 2004, I take extreme offense at Gorman's suggestion that nurses have a professional duty to oppose the war. She can believe as she does thanks to my brother's sacrifice, and that of thousands who have ensured that right for her. But she can't deny the right nurses have to form their own opinions. Thanks to Mullen for stating that nurses may support the war in Iraq.

Kristen Norwood Hullum, RN

Austin, TX