4dollars15cents's Blog

I'll care when the mindless zealots who blow themselves up in search of

nirvana care about the innocent children within range of their suicide

bombs.

I'll care when the American media stops pretending that their First

Amendment liberties are somehow derived from international law instead
of

the United States Constitution's Bill of Rights.

In the meantime, when I hear a story about a brave marine roughing up
an

Iraqi terrorist to obtain information, know this: I don't care.



When I see a fuzzy photo of a pile of naked Iraqi prisoners who have
been

humiliated in what amounts to a college-hazing incident, rest assured:
I

don't care.



When I see a wounded terrorist get shot in the head when he is told not

to move because he might be booby-trapped, you can take it to the bank:

I don't care.



When I hear that a prisoner, who was issued a Koran and a prayer mat,
and

fed "special" food that is paid for by my tax dollars, is complaining

that his holy book is being "mishandled," you can absolutely believe in

your heart of hearts: I don't care.



And oh, by the way, I've noticed that sometimes it's spelled "Koran"
and

other times "Quran." Well, Jimmy Crack Corn and, you guessed it, I
don't

care !!


And may I add:

"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a
difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem."
-- Ronald Reagan

I have another quote that I would like to add AND.......I hope you

forward all this.

"If we ever for

by he way if you do your research you will see that WE DID NOT START THIS it was started a long time ago when Bush Sr. and then Clinton, they both did nothing about it. I know this war is not very popular but it is about time someone is doing something about it. We have not been attacked since 9\11, if we pull out it will happen again. I want this war over just as you, but not til its over. It doesnt matter if you agree how it started, it did now we should support our troups and our country in order to finish it then we can bring them all home. If we leave we look weak to them so they will try more on us cause they know we wont do anything about it.

You know, it is often said that if someone opposes the war in Iraq, they are not American. But what has been so blatantly forgotten, is the fact that this country, the U.S. of A, started with a protest.

It is not un-American to oppose a war, especially when that war has not properly been defined. In fact, it is very patriotic and even just, to challenge the authority of those who have chosen to put innocent lives in harm's way.

We can not continue to live in a state of paranoia, while fighting a war that was built on a lie or what some would call misinformation. Because if the so-called intelligence gathering was flawed and the evidence was not credible, then how do we continue to support a cause, when there is no such a cause?

President George W. Bush continues to make an argument that the United States isn't safe, until Al-Qaeda is caught. Now, if that isn't a wild goose chase, I don't know what is. And how people are so gullible in believing half, if not all, of the crap that comes out of Washington D.C. is beyond me. Because if we're really going after the terrorist group, known as Al-Qaeda, then why are we tearing up the country of Iraq?

Saddam Hussein was not a threat to the U.S., no more than Castro. There is and never was any proof of any kind of an alliance with Saddam and Osama Bin Laden. So, where's the threat. Where's the credible evidence?

There is none. It's all a made up story to divide the country of Iraq into a three part sovereign state, so that the U.S. can finally move military bases into Iraq; for the purpose of keeping

Oh, and as for doing some research, why don't you go back and research the Iran Contra affair. Study how the U.S. was so involved with Iraq, when that country was going to war with Russia. Now, put all of the pieces together.

The only reason why there is a lot of hatred towards the U.S. is because of this country's hypocrisy and the strong belief in capitalism. It's almost as if no one can dare say something bad about the United States. This country is perfect and sound. But what you fail to realize is that the idea of "perfection" is subjective.

Now, don't get me wrong. I think the U.S. is one of the most powerful countries on earth. And a lot of the world depends on the U.S., as a valuable resource. But there again, that's where the hypocrisy comes in.

Did you know that just about everything you have or will own, except for an actual US Dollar, is made in another country? That would mean that just getting up everyday is an international affair.

How do you seat in a chair, that was made from one country, at a computer that was made in another, while wearing clothes that was made in another; but all of the money you've spent is printed and made, right here, in the good ole U.S. of A? Crazy, isn't it? But you've still got to love this country. It is a good country. Yet, there are a lot of problems to hammer out.

The main one now, is this unjust war in Iraq.

How about, we concentrate on OUR country. Maybe other countries wouldn't hate us so much if we stopped meddling in everyone else business. I was all for taking down Saddam, but enough is enough already. Why don't we concentrate on educating our children, im not sure if you know, but GA is one of the worst states in the country for education. Healthcare? Putting more money into training police officers, so we don't have corrupt, power hungry cops running the streets. There are so many things that we need to concentrate on besides killing our troops and innocent civilians.

Bush is like a stubborn little child, he has said many times that he DOESNT CARE that EVERYONE is against him, HE wants to go to war, and HE is president, so that's the end of it. I saw an interview one time, with a member of congress who quit soon after Bush was elected, his name escapes me. But he was saying how Bush is basically trying to prove his father wrong. It's like a big competition. Bush Sr. failed in Iraq, so now Jr. is trying to show Daddy that he can do better.

Cristy, I support the troop, because they are innocent. But don't talk crap to me about this war.

You can't even tell me why we even went to war in Iraq. And don't start with some 9/11 excuse. Because that has never been proven and it's been almost eight years and counting. We STILL don't know the real reason behind this war. And that's why I say that the troops are innocent.

This war isn't about them. It's a propaganda, orchestrated by the hypocrisy of this country's presidency. And if anyone can't or don't want to understand that is really out of touch with reality.

Yes, we support our troops. But that doesn't mean that we have to be in favor of an unjust war. All of this bullcrap about this country being not safe is a load of garbage.

Do you know how capable and skilled our military forces are? We're not even fighting this war full force. Which I don't even understand. Because if that was the case, this war would have been over a long time ago. Mission Accomplished!

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what most Americans don't SEEM know is that this war on has been on going for quite some time now. this didn't just happen with the towers on 9/11,we have been on the front line for close to 25 years now. also the plan to INVADE the middle east has been in place since the 70's when our government knew that it would be a hot spot look at the placement from a military point isn't Iraq right in the middle of the of all our problem countries? does divide and conquer mean anything to you? wake up America we are in a war that will not end anytime soon and if we give in to these people
I hate to think about the future it would bring to my little girl this is something you can't run and hide from we must face it united no matter what the cost. I know how these people think I've seen it first hand and are going to see it again real soon and I go forward proudly
can you say the same? I always ask someone who I hear talking negatively about the war "so you've been there?" this seems to shut up that person quickly how can you form an honest opinion if you have no experience with the subject?4dollars15cents is talking out his.. well you know so he has a brother in the that was in the Gulf war that makes him an expert? I don't think so,what service have you done for this country Mr $dollars15cents other than talk a lot of smack with negative undertones I suppose you are one of those who believe that the government was responsible for the towers...get a life and do something positive better yet why don't you go to Iraq and see.....
JohnnyD

But you as a nation must ask the hard questions.
Here’s some for you to start with:
1. Why did we leave Afghanistan before we found Bin Laden and ensure that its’ government was on a solid foundation and not on a shaky foundation?
2. Where are the Weapons of Mass Destruction?
3. How do you contain an enemy with only 160,000 troupes to cover an area the size of New York State?
4. How many terrorist did we create by bombing the wrong houses and wiping out entire families by accident?
We the US of A have too much power to go around attacking someone just to be proven wrong. Believe it or not we do need the rest of the world with us. I’ve lost 12 of my friends to this…. Mess if this administration would have let the military handle this war with its’ original generals who were in charge, it would be much different than it has turned out.
But they were removed when they told the administration we didn’t have enough troops for a 2 front war. (That’s a war when you have one force fighting in two different places at the same time.)
But nobody listens to the military until it’s too late. If you don’t believe me ask a Vet from Vietnam.
Last but not least this is still the greatest nation on earth with all of its faults.

Where or who do you think is going to fund the billions more dollars, to support an ongoing war, where our troops "DON'T EVEN HAVE" the necessary protective gear to help them fight? But I bet you top dollar, Johnny D, the members of Blackwater got and get every thing they need. Haven't heard too many of them getting killed in battle, have you?

You see, Johnny D, people are sensitive to the war because of the men and women who are fighting in it. And I understand that. But that doesn't mean that I have to support the cause, in order to assure myself of their safety and sacrifice.

I don't want for their lives to be in vain. And that what you don't understand. Because again, you can't give me a CLEAR AND REASONABLE arguement of why the U.S. went to war with Iraq.

Was Saddam Hussein really that much of a threat to the U.S.? Where's the evidence that will support those claims?

I know, it was bad intelligence, right? No, it was purposeful will. Because as you have stated, this war has been going on for a long time. There was even a time when the U.S. backed Iraq and trained their soliders, when that country was at war with Iran. But hold up. Wait a minute.

Isn't Iran more of a threat, to the U.S., than Iraq? Saddam had supposedly had weapons of mass destruction. That we claim and thought. But it wind up turing up grass. Meanwhile, we know that Iran has nuclear capabilities and is able to develop a warhead. But I guess that's the next chapter for war.

Are you still feeling safe, Johnny D?

4dollars15cents, I must agree with you on that. It's not time for America to wake up and hold our eleceted officals accountable.
I've been in shock and awe since the tried to impeach Pres. Clinton for having sex in the oval office.
I dare anyone to how many of our brave men and women died because of his affair.
Now, that our so-called congress. The men and women whom we as a nation elected to represent what's importat to us.
FAILED us we needed somebody who wouldn't be bullied and led down a path of foolishness.
Now these elected officials says "We went with the information we were given. But please elect me back for 4 more and I promise to get it rigth this time."
Yes ladies and gentlemen the U.S.Congress could have put a stop to all this madness before it started.
War on Terrorism, great catch phrase. Now which sovereign government are going to go after now?
We can guess at it all day. Here lies the problem with that if a soldier sailor or airman does exactly what they are told to do that should mean that they were just following orders.
When their actions were wrong from the start. They are the fall guys. The officers in charge, they might get something placed in their record that might stop their career dead in its' tracks.
But it's the ones who were just following orders have the most to lose.
It's not just their money for their families it's also their freedom or their lives. Yes WE MUST HOLD THOSE WHO RUN THIS COUNTRY ACCOUNTABLE!!!!!!