The random political thoughts thread (Part Deux)

JWBear · 07-16-2007, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by scaeagles

WB, you certainly need your AC fixed. Read my post again - "I realize that Iraq is, of course, a different situation....".

Mutual consent? Are you saying that the current government of Iraq doesn't want us there? Because they do. There are plenty of Japanese that don't want our bases there. Same with South Korea. We talked about pulling bases out of Germany and they threw a little hissy fit and so did many of the same Americans that want want us out of Iraq. Yeah, you said "mostly" mutual consent.

Didn't the Iraqi President (or was it the Prime Minister? I forget) just tell us we can leave now?

scaeagles · 07-16-2007, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JWBear

Didn't the Iraqi President (or was it the Prime Minister? I forget) just tell us we can leave now?

I believe I offered an explanation earlier - what is he supposed to say to such a question? My guys suck and we need the US to stay forever, or should he express confidence in those Iraqis willing to place their lives on the line?

Ghoulish Delight · 07-17-2007, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by scaeagles

I believe I offered an explanation earlier - what is he supposed to say to such a question? My guys suck and we need the US to stay forever, or should he express confidence in those Iraqis willing to place their lives on the line?

Ah yes, the Bush mold of leadership. "Acknowledging reality is tantamount to admitting defeat. Never acknowledge that anything is going wrong. Lie until everyone forgets the question."