Why We Went to Iraq

Why do you support the Afghjan & Pakistan wars, if you don't think the terrorists were behind 9/11 ?

And someone asked you if you were in the military, would you answer ?

 

Because I'm welcomed to do so as one of many interested and concerned veterans and, no, we don't all share the same opinions.

There are public military discussion forums available but the can have serious drawbacks including trash talk, wannabees, and spam. There are also private military discussion forums and lists available for those interested. Some are moderated and some are not. There are also associations and networks of individuals who keep in close touch with past and present members of various regiments and work towards supporting active members.

 

Sorry; forgot about this thread. "Cut drills" are where we look at the programs currently being worked, and prioritize them; then take a look at the lower priority ones to determine which ones we could do without. This is in preparation for budget cuts (thus, "cut" drill).

Nope, no link. Actual tasking I was participating in.

 

Then follow Him in your political leanings and stop making excuses for the murderous engine of abortion.

 

Um, yes they are. I have one medal for the Global War on Terror; I have a medal for participating in Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan), and one for participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom (Iraq).

Absolutely correct. That was the intent of labeling it as such, so as to justify pre-emptive strikes.

They were both initiated for the same reason: A perceived terrorist threat and/or support of terrorism.

As for "proving" it, the five self-proclaimed terrorists in Guantanamo stated today that they were behind it; as you'll recall, I previously posted information that the "mastermind" behind 9/11 indicated clearly that bin Laden knew about the plan, supported it, encouraged it, etc.; and as the leader of al Qaeda, is ultimately responsible. Why the FBI hasn't initiated charges is something I can't comment on, because I don't know why they haven't (since he's been implicated by his fellow terrorists).

If either/both of these engagements were unjustified, then so is our continuing attkcs against Pakistan; yet you support those. Methinks you've got some 'splaining to do....

 

Gotta say: When I read this, I just about fell over laughing.

 

Because Afghanistan and Pakistan is where the Taliban is. They were not in Iraq until we went there and got rid of Saddam.

We went to Iraq because of WMD and some other things Bush claimed they had.

 

Okay, instead of starting another thread, I'll post this here: I'm starting my trip to Afghanistan (actual times/dates not provided for obvious reasons). Not sure when I'll have internet access again; and military networks tend to block message boards like this one. I've been told I can get a civilian internet account, but it'll cost a minimum of $60 for a connection with the equivalent of dial-up speed; so I don't know when I'll be exasperating some of you here again.

Please say a prayer for my family. I'm getting all my meals and a place to sleep; they're the ones that have to take care of the home fires and keep things together while I'm gone.

Y'all keep it civil around here, you hear? I'll check in when I can.

 

President Bush was not the object of my comments. President Obama was. Neither President Obama's "right" to speak nor his responsibility to carry out his duties as Commander in Chief was being questioned. The reception given to his comments by the military community was challenged. You know exactly the meaning of what I wrote.

I have heard liberal politicians speak out against wars in my time. I clearly recognize the lanugage for what it is. It is not supportive of the troops - it hurts them both at the time and later in their lives. President Nixon was hardly a liberal politician who spoke out against the Viet Nam war in negative terms. He did not run on an "anti-war platform"! He sought what he hoped would be an honorable solution which even he later recognized was not and which he regreted. McCarthy, Fullbright, McGovern, Kennedy, and more are names that come to mind who were truly anti-war liberal politiicans. They were followed by the apologists and liars - like Kerry - who heaped further discredit on the veterans of the Viet Nam war. Let's not forget President Carter's pardon of deserters as another slap in the face.

 

Obama bin Laden confesses to it himself. He will suffer the consequences of it.

Suddam Hussien confessed to his actions, intentions, and capabilities himself. He suffered the consequences for it.

 

I pray the Lord will keep both you and your family safe and secure during your time in Afghanistan. What you're doing is right, justified, and honorable. It is also greatly appreciated by most Americans. We all pray for a speedy victory over our terrorist enemies around the world but most Americans realize this to be a long term task that has not and will not come without sacrifice. We know that until the Lord comes again we will have wars or the threat of them. Some among us will carry out the duties required without much fanfare, with little complaint, and not much reward except to know what they did helped keep America safe for future generations. Never let anyone convince you otherwise!

 

Your "brush" seems to be missing a lot of its bristles!

Please read the reasons why we went to war against Iraq in the original Congressional resolution that authorized it as part of the war of terrorism.

Also don't forget the facts about Saddam's proven track record, his repeated saber rattling implying the destruction he would impose upon us, and his refusal to permit inspections to prove his weapons manufacturing capabilities.

 

Do you really believe America had anything to fear from Iraq? No way.

 

My prayers will be with you and yours Don... And thanks for the sacrifice you're making on our behalf...

 

Not how I remember it but I could be wrong. I recall Nixon having to rush troops out before the second election since that was the promise that got him in.

 

You're probably thinking of the "Vietnamization" of the war which was our orderly withdrawal from and full transfer of the war to Vietnamese forces completed several years before the ultimate defeat of Viet Nam. That didn't make him an "anti-war" President!

 

I know we don't right now!

 

I wish you Godspeed, Don. Tell all the troops you meet that people back home are praying for them, love them, and thank them for all the sacrifices they are making. Keep safe. Keep looking up. And come back here when you can.

Hugs,
Lady Eagle

 

I'm still waiting for him to tell me how he can support Obama's continued war on terror, when he tells us the terrorists never came to America.....