Controversy
Blackwell was at the center of controversy during the 2004 Republican National Convention, when he passed out purple heart bandages which were perceived by some as denigrating the award. The Kerry campaign attacked the activity as the Republican Party mocking United States soldiers. Karl Rove called Blackwell's bandages "inappropriate".
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