Singer different kind of hero

Published: Sunday, May 18, 2008 12:34 a.m. MDT
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No one could feel more love, honor and gratitude for the heroes of Iraq, 9/11 or the selfless humanitarian volunteers who give their time and means to help the suffering of the world. However, when I see the fun and excitement that David Archuleta's success has provided for my grandchildren, he is a hero in his own right — a different kind of hero. He is a wonderful role model and has worked hard for his achievement. He's brought the national spotlight to Utah. Let Utahns applaud him all they can.

Hearing about earthquakes, cyclones and war can't be a very uplifting experience for our young people. They are big news and we need to know about them, but let's publicize the fun things as well. I am a grandma but have thoroughly enjoyed seeing this young man succeed. He is a hometown "hero." Give him his front-page coverage. He makes us smile.

Carol Schofield

Salt Lake City

Recent comments

David A. is no hero, folks. Never saved a life or served his country...

He's NO hero | May 18, 2008 at 2:25 p.m.

"Singer is a different kind of hero" ?

I'll...

Anything can be said if we redef | May 18, 2008 at 8:01 a.m.

Give the kid a little breathing space. He's got growing to do...

Buster | May 18, 2008 at 6:45 a.m.