I have absolutely no problem with Kerry's service. I do not care if he deserved that medal or he didn't because I, as an American, am impressed by anyone who serves their country.
I do have a problem with what Kerry did after the war. I find that to be so insulting and treacherous that it wipes away the respect I had for him being there.
http://www.usvetdsp.com/jf_kerry.htm
And I think that is how a lot of people might feel as well. It's not as much the issue of draft dodging, fighting wars, etc. because McCain would be president and Clinton would never have served even one term.
-Rudey