ZAHN: Let me put up on the screen a statement of your college professor and how he responded to this controversy. He said -- quote -- "I am shocked that someone would make such statements, because of the university's tradition of academic freedom. I normally don't comment about statements made by faculty members. However, this one crosses the line, and I really feel the need to say something. I'm especially saddened for the families of those whose lives
are at risk. Was that enough from the president?
PRATT: I'm pleased that he actually said something, but, to me, that's not enough.
ZAHN: What would be enough?
PRATT: He needs to be sent somewhere. He needs to get out of Columbia University, but there's no need for him to be
teaching Columbia's kids anymore. I mean, there is a lot of money being paid to take those classes by him, and there's
no reason why he should be teaching any kids at Columbia University.
ZAHN: I know you've heard from folks on campus who are very much opposed to the war, and they don't necessarily view
themselves as anti-soldier. Do you buy that? Do you think it's possible to be committed to the troops and, at the
same time, be against this war?
PRATT: I actually do think that's possible, to be ideologically against the war, but still support the troops, because that's the exact antithesis of this professor, is wishing the best for the United States troops servicemen and women, and you can still be antiwar and still support the troops, but this guy has crossed the line.
ZAHN: That's exactly what the president of your college had to say as well.
Billy Pratt, thank you for spending a little time with us this morning. Good luck to you.
PRATT: I appreciate it.
ZAHN: have you heard from your dad at all?
PRATT: Yes, he actually called me this morning.
ZAHN: Did he know anything about these remarks?
PRATT: Yes, he did.
ZAHN: And what did he say?
PRATT: He says a lot of people out there sickened by it,
but proud to be in the profession that grants him the right
to make those remarks.
ZAHN: That's exactly what I said he said?
PRATT: Yes.
ZAHN: Wow. Billy Pratt, thanks again.