It’s very possible you may have piloted a drop for me on one of those Bragg DZs. I’ve been on Bragg for the majority of my career, first in the 80s with the 82d, then in the SOF community. In 7th SFG we worked closely with the TACP guys, in my current unit not as much.

I can tell you about one incident in AF when you guys helped me out. We were north of Khowst (myself and 8 others) operating in the mountains near the village of Kantiwa when we were getting some harassing fire from the ridge lines. Even with our NVGs we couldn’t quite pin down their locations and we couldn’t really move freely enough to do what we needed to. We called in an AC-130 to assist and they absolutely lambasted the area from which we were taking fire. Never heard another peep out of them. Just one example.

Thanks for your service and good luck in the election.

You are absolutely correct. I am a Reservist. I left active duty after the first Gulf War and went to work for Delta Air Lines.

Enduring Freedom was of course Afghanistan, but since I never landed there, I never qualified for the award of that campaign medal. I forget what the specific requirements are, but I know that I am not qualified for the award.

From my perspective, Afghanistan was nothing but brown mud, except for the beautiful snow capped mountains. There were very few lights on at night anywhere in Afghanistan.

Iraq was brown as well, but my time there was on the ground.

I’m confused about what you said about Noble Eagle as it is a continuing mission we are still perform. It is the mission to protect the CONUS from another 9-11 attack. Here is the Wikipedia reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Noble_Eagle.

I have two different connections to Panama. I was stationed there in the early eighties. Nancy and I lived on Albrook Air Force Station and was a navigator on a very interesting mission. My second connection to Panama was when I piloted air refueling missions out of CONUS to Panama ISO Operation Just Cause.

I think we probably have more of a connection through the 82nd Airborne, Pope AFB, and Bragg. We use to take you folks out to the big drop zones north of Bragg all the time. I also flew a few missions out of that triangular shaped airfield west of Bragg.

Later I came back to Bragg to train all the deployers in the 2007 PRT cycle. I was the DETCO for the AF PRT folks and 2nd AF’s LNO to CAPOC & JASOC.

I was also a Brigade ALO a long time ago. Have you had much contact with the AF’s TACP community?

So tell me about the tight spots the Air Force has gotten you out of.

V/R

Robert

That’s quite a bit to check. Keep in mind that my insight into Dobbs’ deceiptful resume is drawn from my own experiences. I was in the same unit he was during the same time frame. That experience allowed me to notice blatantly obvious lies he is trying to pass off as his “military experience,” especially his fraudulent combat experience he is claiming.

Additionally, since Dobbs implies that his disabled veteran status is due to combat action (not only my perception, but several others as well), it is important to note that his disability is due to being a “hung jumper” during an airborne training event AND the investigation (conducted for all malfunctions during training airborne ops) found that it was due to jumper error. Basically, his injury was his own fault.

Now, to your resume. I would assume based on the fact that you were running for elected office in 1998, you are in the reserves, rather than active duty.

I would also note that Operation Noble Eagle changed to Enduring Freedom prior to July 2009. That raises a question. Also, if you indeed served in Afghanistan, one award you may have overlooked is the Aghanistan Campaign Medal.

Again, this is a cursory review. I am not, by any means, up to speed on the US Air Force (Bless you hearts for the things you’ve gotten me out of, however).

Lastly, it seems you and I served in Panama together. Where were you?

I am considering running against Henry Brown in the upcoming election.

Enclosed is an extract from my resume.

Please run your due diligence audit on me and let me what you find.

V/R

Colonel Robert D. Burton

December 2002 – May 2003 (Deployed) Deputy Commander and Commander, 405th Air Expeditionary Group, Sultanate of Oman

February 2004 – Oct 2006 Reserve Chief, Air Force Operations Group, Current Operations Division, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia

October 2006 – April 2007 Detachment Commander (Deployed), Headquarters 2nd Air Force, Fort Bragg, North Carolina

April 2007 – September 2007 Action Officer, Air Force Quadrennial Defense Review Office, Office of the Vice Chief of Staff, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia

October 2007 – March 2009 Operations Chief, Core Element Bravo, Standing Joint Task Force Headquarters, Joint Forces Command, Norfolk Naval Station, Norfolk, Virginia

February 2008 – November 2008 (Deployed) Director of Operations (J-3), Task Force Ramadi, Multi-National Force West, Camp Ramadi, Al Anbar Province, Republic of Iraq

March 2009 – Present Individual Mobilization Augmentee to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Reserve Affairs, Pentagon, Washington, District of Columbia

June 2009 – Present (Deployed) Chief of Combat Operations, NORAD – Continental Region, 601st Combined Air & Space Operations Center, Tyndall AFB, Fl

FLIGHT INFORMATION
Rating: Command Pilot
Hours flown: More than 10,000
Aircraft flown: C-130, T-37, T-38, KC-10, C-26,
B-727, B-737, B-757, B-767, B-777

MILITARY CAMPAIGNS
Urgent Fury, Grenada – October 1983
Just Cause, Panama – December 1989
Desert Storm, Kuwait – January 1991
Enduring Freedom – January 2003
Iraqi Freedom – March 2003
Iraqi Freedom – March 2008
Noble Eagle July – 2009

EFFECTIVE DATES OF PROMOTION

Airman Basic July 9th, 1977
Airman January 9th, 1978
Airman 1st Class October 23rd, 1978
Senior Airman October 23rd, 1979
Second Lieutenant May 27h, 1981
First Lieutenant July 18th, 1983
Captain July 18th, 1987
Major May 15th, 1995
Lieutenant Colonel October 1st, 2002
Colonel August 1st, 2007

MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS
Bronze Star
Defense Meritorious Service Medal
Meritorious Service Medal
Air Medal with Four Oak Leaf Clusters
Aerial Achievement Medal
Air Force Commendation Medal
Army Commendation Medal
Air Force Achievement Medal
Army Achievement Medal
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
Southwest Asia Service Medal
Iraqi Campaign Medal
Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
Humanitarian Service Medal
Kuwait Liberation Medal – Saudi Arabia
Kuwait Liberation Medal – Kuwait

SECURITY CLEARANCE INFORMATION
SCI DCID 1/14 Eligible
Type Clearance: Single Scope Background Investigation
Clearance Date: 03 Feb 2006

CIVILIAN EMPLOYER
B-777 Pilot, Delta Air Lines
John F. Kennedy Airport, Jamaica, New York

PUBLIC SERVICE

• Democratic candidate for the Adjutant General of South Carolina – 1998
• South Carolina Housing, Finance, & Development Authority Commissioner 1999 – 2003
• Steering Committee Member for Bill Richardson’s Presidential Campaign – 2008

HOME

Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

FAMILY

Married to the former Nancy Reid Player of Columbia, SC

Two Daughters

• English Ann Burton – 24

• Lauren Elizabeth Burton – 19

“From a legal prospective, keep this in mind: felony kidnapping is a FEDERAL matter if the minor is transported across state lines. I find it impossible that Mr. Dobbs would have his freedom if NC DA, let alone the federal authorities were actively pursuing the case.”

- Actually, there are both state and federal felonies, hence the cited NC Gen Statute. You are correct, however, that Mr. Dobbs was never convicted of that felony. Since it was only a NC state felony, it carries no jurisdiction into Wisconsin. States often throw out warrants if they are too expensive or time consuming to execute. I believe this qualifies, but it doesn’t change the fact that he was indeed investigated and a warrant issued.

“Couldn’t find info on the child support or custody info in detail. NC Family court files involving minor children (and in practically every other state) are not available in detail, for public consumption, over the internet or through a records request unless a legal guardian involved releases the info. Names, dates, case numbers, court docket and few monetary notes but that’s all.”

- In fact this information is available. Again, you are correct detailed information is not available through online searches, but enough is there to make a few creative phone calls and exercise the Freedom of Information Act. I do have the benefit of some well-placed friends and routinely make it my business to educate myself on every candidate for public office as every citizen ought to do prior to casting a vote.

“You also fail to grasp the fact that a candidate cannot file and run for a federal seat if he is facing or has been convicted of a felony.”

- Again, I never stated he had been convicted, only that there was a warrant issued for the charge. I’m sure you’re not so naive to think that EVERY candidate is fully investigated. Just take a look at the current political incumbents country-wide.

“Checked out his business info, and he is still running. There is a Ch. 11 reorganization filing in federal court and no longer a forclosure matter. Ch. 11 requires you to keep the business operational. That checked out for Mr. Dobbs.”

- Great. Again, this doesn’t change the fact that he purchased a business and then proceeded to make no payments. How is that meeting with financial responsibilities? By the way, Tippy’s WAS foreclosed on 1 May of this year.

“How the heck would you know where his daughter lives?”

- Please pay attention. I HAVE THE COURT DOCUMENTS. Whether an oversight or not, her name is clearly stated as the minor child on every custody document. That’s how I obtained her name. Where she lives? Easy, I just made a few inquiries at the post office and found that she had recently submitted a change of address form from NC to AZ. Please try to keep up, this is not rocket science.

I understand your concern regarding politics. I share that same concern, which is why I’m smoking out Mr. Dobbs. I will not argue on this post any longer. I indeed have the evidence to back up all of this and will post it for all to see and send the facts to everyone who might be able to use it to get the truth out. You can argue with a blogger, however I will ensure Mr. Dobbs answers every one of these facts during his campaign. You’re most certainly entitled to your opinion, but I can back up my statements up with proof. Look for this proof to be presented at the most inopportune time for Mr. Dobbs.

Couldn’t find info on the child support or custody info in detail. NC Family court files involving minor children (and in practically every other state) are not available in detail, for public consumption, over the internet or through a records request unless a legal guardian involved releases the info. Names, dates, case numbers, court docket and few monetary notes but that’s all.

But a simple call to Cumberland County Sherriff Department gave me an answer: there is no active state or federal warrant for Mr. Dobbs. Dobbs was telling the truth and I guess he can feel free to drive through the lovely state of NC. Hmph.

You also fail to grasp the fact that a candidate cannot file and run for a federal seat if he is facing or has been convicted of a felony. Are you familiar with election law? From a purely analytical and legal standpoint, you just lost a huge argument and are doing neither Brown or the voter any service.

Dug a little more:

Checked out his business info, and he is still running. There is a Ch. 11 reorganization filing in federal court and no longer a forclosure matter. Ch. 11 requires you to keep the business operational. That checked out for Mr. Dobbs.

The explicit detail of personal matters leads me to believe you are directly involved in personal matter with Mr. Dobbs that you are clearly unhappy about and are now bringing to a political forum. Read your posts, we can figure it out. How the heck would you know where his daughter lives?

If the facts checked out, you would have had me. But you are
0-2 , it ticks me off and frankly I’ll pass on anything other than SC politics going forward.

Do you think voters cannot find objective information outside of a forum?

Politics is game for gentlemen and clearly you need to return to your sandbox.

First, it seems as though you are implying that your disability is combat related. Again with no combat in which to become disabled, this is also very troubling. Were you wounded in combat?

Second, you stated:

“There are more than just the 82nd Airborne as airborne units and there were many more operations going on than your “facts”.

Are you trying to insinuate that you were involved in some sort of “black” unit or operation? The 82nd Abn Div is not a “black” unit, nor does it participate in “black” operations. These types of things are reserved for special units such as Delta or Seal Team 6. Stating that there was a combat action of some sort that occurred during your military career is nothing less than a lie. US Military history is very publicly documented. Even if the unit can’t be identified, the fact that US forces were involved in any combat operation is all over the media and recorded. There simply wasn’t anything in which to be involved in between June 1986 and June 1989. Nothing. Are you claiming to be some sort of secret agent or something?

Mr. Dobbs, I’m not asking you to juggle razorblades here. I’m simply requesting clarification regarding a portion of your resume that YOU posted. Did you post something you never intended to expand upon? If you can’t answer a simple question regarding your own words, how can you possibly expect yourself to survive on the campaign trail? Just answer the question. If you’re being truthful, it shouldn’t anywhere near this difficult to get some type of answer out of you.

All that said, if Mr. Beckwith or Ms. Burdick is behind Military Member (not sure which one was in the service), either one’s status, current or past, is irrelevant to me. The comments made in their posts above still check out as true and valid.

I have documentation as well and guess what slander and defamation are civil torts and seeing you like to put those in writing, you have to live by the sword.

I have obtained copies of all three court rulings, one of which authorized your ex-spouse to travel to Two Rivers to recover the child (with you being held responsible to reimburse her expenses for doing so), your driver’s privileges being revoked in NC, and, yes, you being held in contempt of court with a NC arrest warrant issued. I also have copies of the WI court throwing out your ex-parte order thus placing you in violation of NC Gen Stat 14-320.1 (my apologies for misquoting the statute previously, but I pulled this directly from the original felony arrest warrant. Yep, found that too.) Better not travel through NC on your way to SC, Mr. Dobbs. You may find yourself actually having to face those charges instead of running from your troubles all the time. I’m sure holding yourself accountable for your actions would feel extremely uncomfortable for such a strong political candidate as yourself.

Also, in response to your allegation of your ex-spouse being in arrears; that must be recent, VERY recent since I have court documentation dated 18 Jun of this year (FYI, that’s 16 days ago) referencing a court hearing held the day prior that states you are indeed in arrears and are required to pay monthly beginning 1 July. (I wonder if I took a peek at your checkbook, would there be a check already written to the NC Child Support Agency? Oh, you were JUST about to get to that, right?) Got anything more recent than that? I doubt it.

On the spousal abuse issue, I have to call you on that as well, since I also happen to have a copy of the paperwork clearly stating that your own wife (Kirstin, if I’m not mistaken (hint: I’m not mistaken), NOT the police department, was the one who claimed the abuse. Again, a fact easily researched on the internet. The fact that you’re still together means little and does nothing to dissuade the public that in every story there’s always a shred of truth. “The charges were dismissed” you say? Make any friends while you served on the City Council? Hmmmmm. There is something that seems to be incredibly difficult for you over the years, Mr. Dobbs; telling the truth.

I have documentation to support everything here. My next step is to call your daughter, currently living in Arizona. I’m curious what she’ll have to say on your behalf. I’m guessing it won’t be flattering, but definitely enlightening and most assuredly educating for SC voters residing in the 1st District.

The business is still going strong and making it through a bad economy as are most businesses. There is more to the foreclosure action than what you just attempt to make of it. The prior owner was involved in a major sports gambling operation in which I was a witness on and I had to deal with him attempting to destroy the business as a means to get back at me.

Also, never convicted of spousal abuse (my wife and I are still together), because I was falsly charged and the case dismissed. I was a witness in a case in which several law enforcement officers were involved in a sports gambling ring and an attempt was made to come after me.

The arrears in child support are being contested because I did not owe them and in fact my ex-wife still is in arrearage with me.

I had three MOS’s, infantry, supply, and chemical warfare specialist. I did lead a infantry squad as would any E-5 would considering my three MOS’s. I was also the Supply Sergeant and NBC NCO.

After that last post I did a little research myself. I found your campaign website:

http://www.democracyforamerica.com/campaigns/3328-citizens-for-robert-dobbs

Interesting. I do have a question, however. Your military experience states:

MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Sergeant/E-5 – United States Army Airborne, Ft. Bragg, NC
June 1986 – June 1989

• Directed supply personnel in establishing supply and inventory control management functions. Maintained property under standard property book system (SPBS).
• Reviewed daily and monthly records of issues of petroleum products and operating supplies. Provided technical assistance to equipment records and parts specialist.
• Assisted and advised supply officer and commander.
• Lead an infantry squad and reconnaissance (scout) team during combat operations.
• Supervised tactical deployment of assigned element in offensive, defensive, and retrograde operations.
• Provided tactical and technical guidance to subordinates and professional support to both subordinates and superiors in the accomplishment of their duties.

I was also in the military during this time and I have some issues with your “experience.” First of all, it is clear from your first two bullets that you were in the supply field, not the infantry field. There is simply no way a supply soldier would ever be leading an infantry squad. Also, exactly where was the US involved in “combat operations” between June ‘86 and June ‘89? Please enlighten us.

I have never been bought off, look at how ridiculous your own Republicans are in South Carolina, ie Lindsay Graham, Mark Sanford, Henry Brown (who burns down government land and attempts to use his Congressional seat to intimidate government employees to get off) and so forth.

How would you feel if your child needed therapy services just so she could learn how to verbally communicate her thoughts and couldn’t? My daughter has abilities beyond her age, she’s 4 and at many levels is at a 12 year old level, but she couldn’t speak. What I find is that we blow money on ridiculous pork projects that even Republicans feasted on for 6 years while in control during the Bush Administration and now Democrats do as well, and leave many of the disabled who should get services fall to the wayside. I personally experienced this myself with my daughter!!!!

The Liberal Democrat Congress is not one I would support and as I have stated I am a fiscal conservative. The borders should be closed, ie fence, immigrants who commits crimes and are not citizens should be deported, and develop a plan to get the rest on a path to citizenship or out of the country. Neither Democrats nor Republicans have the intestinal fortitude to do either.

I oppose the bailout of Chrysler and GM because we gave them money to send jobs overseas, why bailout an industry to further erode the American jobs we need so badly. Why bailout the financial industry as well!

Free Trade? Nothing is free and we have huge trade deficits with China, who we now have to beg to buy our Treasury securities. NAFTA is a joke and has destroyed American jobs in Wisconsin, South Carolina, and all over America.

Bottom line is that Bush was a failure as a President and the Republican Congress is no different than what we have now! As I have stated I didn’t leave my fiscal conservative values, the Republicans left mine and Republicans forgot to help those who can’t help themselves, disabled, and rather flush money down the Iraq toilet and gamble the lives of our young men and women. This I know about as well, I was US Army Airborne, SGT/E-5, and now a disabled veteran!!!!

Is it your contention that the Democrat Congress since 2007 and Obama are fiscally responsible? That the Democrat Congress and Obama are anti big government since coming to office? If you do, I think you are delusional or a very bad liar.
Come on, be honest.

You state that during “Bush’s final days decided to spend like idiots with an unreasonable bailout for the financial industry.” Didn’t a very high proportion of the Democrat controlled House and Senate vote for this bailout? Would have voted against your Speaker Pelosi and financial wizards Barney Frank and Chris Dodd by not voting for TARP. Do you also oppose the bailout of GM and Chrysler and the UAW?

I certainly want a “common sense approach to immigration”. But as you give no specifics, and you being a Democrat, I am assuming you are for amnesty for the 10+ million illegals in this country. Close the borders to trade but allow anyone who can get in to stay is your economic philosophy?

You are specifically against free trade, which even Paul Krugman realizes is a net positive for the US. You would basically want a Smoot-Hawley world trade war again.

Finally, I am glad your child is getting help. But that money comes from taxpayers, not Obama and Democrats. The decision on how to spend Wisconsin State Medicaid money resides with the citizens of Wisconsin and the Democrats they elect. You come across as someone who was bought off by other people’s money. Something I can understand if I was in your shoes and needed care for one of my children.