Motivation
I was curious why the Left felt it necessary to push this idea, since it seems to show up on many websites.
From Jerry Lembke:
Remembering the war in Vietnam through the images of betrayal is dangerous because it rekindles the hope that wars like it, in countries where we are not welcomed, can be won. It disparages the reputation of those who opposed that war and intimidates a new generation of activists now finding the courage to resist Vietnam-type ventures in the 21st century.
Figured it was something like that.
Another point of view here.
This isn't about veterans, or spitting. It's just one small piece of the massive reconstruction being attempted of the history of the Left during the Cold War. It's apparently successful to some extent: I've noticed here and elsewhere that some people apparently have forgotten about thirty years of our history.
I figure in another 20 years, Jane Fonda will be remembered at the one who did all the USO shows, and greeted ships full of troops on their return.