The last man or woman to die in any war almost surely dies in vain: The outcome has been determined, if not certified. And he or she might die happier thinking that death came in a noble cause that will not be abandoned. But if it is not a noble cause, he or she might prefer not to die at all. Stifling criticism that might shorten the war is no favor to American soldiers. They can live without that kind of "respect."
Friday, November 25, 2005
Last One to Die In Iraq, Turn the Lights Off
Here's an interesting article:
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really good article- thanks...
Our troops desearve better, and REAL respect- we have to get them home...
Nice headline. Very eye catching.
What one professional soldier told me last week
''Who cares what my opinion is about war? It's my job. Does your garbage man have an opinion about garbage? Why would you care what your garbage man's opinion was about garbage? Why would you care about my opinion on war?''
War is politics by other means
Under the US system of government, soldiers neither start nor stop wars. If there's a problem with war, or any particular war, it's a problem with politicians.
Don't blather about soldier's preferences. Not because they don't have preferences but because their preferences don't count.
'' ... if we dont finish what we started, then our children and grand children will have to clean up what we didnt finish .... - gigotti
Is Vietnam unfinished business?
Just plain getting out seems to have 'finished' Vietnam quite nicely. They're 'friendlies.' US companies are doing software development in Ho Chi Minh City.
Spare us the apocalyptic comments.
Anonymous, soldiers' opinions, like everyone elses', matter. And, war is not just the politicians' fault. Those who willingly engage in military aggression share the blame.
Blame the victim
SheaNC, perhaps you've forgotten the Vietnam-visiting Congressman's query?
'Do you know why you're here, soldier?'
'No sir. I thought you knew. You sent me.'
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