Should Harry Apologize?

A public apology from Prince Harry should include the following: His utter humility in making the declaration; a candid display of understanding that his entire life is the exception of privacy legislation and that therefore he has no defense in the context of a private party; a recognition that he has offended many good people and that a knowledge of history is not a disposable commodity but an essential element of democratic monarchies such as Britain. He should show the world that he understands why associating himself with the National Socialist Party is repugnant, why wearing its regalia is not without meaning beyond the confines of his socializing. That said -- it is worthwhile to note that so little has been explained why another member of the family would also be going to a "Native and Colonials" fancy dress party -- which sounds somewhat racist to me. But then, I'm a Canadian, and not so sophisticated. -- David Woodward, Canada

He should not merely visit Auschwitz, he should undergo a few weeks of living like the prisoners at Auschwitz. Perhaps his life of privilege and excused childish behavior could be turned around by enduring some hardship. Harry's apology is not enough; he should face serious consequences for such hateful and insensitive behavior. -- D. Friberg, US

It would be interesting to know some of the other costumes worn to this "native and colonial" party. The British should not be too proud of how they treated the natives during colonial times. Yet, I did not hear any Africans or Indians complaining about this party theme or how they, doubtlessly, were ridiculed at this party. It's just possible, isn't it, that Harry was trying to tell his countrymen something! -- Heike

News agent Roy Ottoway reads a copy of tabloid 'The Sun', whose front page shows a picture of Britain's Prince Harry wearing a Nazi soldier's uniform to a fancy dress party