Or is it okay to dislike the pres. and still support the soldiers in Iraq
132493
My husband is a soldier in the Army and I support him as well as the other troops %100!! But I do not, however, support our president in any manner. I see no reason for our soldiers to be overseas and it has been stated that our country is at its most vulnerable point with over 2/3 of our military overseas. 2 answer ur question, It's totally possible to support the troops and not the dumba** in charge! :)
320060
well being a soldiers wife i support hI'm and i say it all the time i have that right im a civilian and i have that right , i don't support the war but i do support him and all the men and women over there and pray they all come home soon mine is facing another deployment again and yes i will be there with the best of them praying and sending the boxes over the them once again but as far as the war no i cant support the war , where my hubby singed up for this so his son and daughter would not have to face having to go to war some day i think the best answerer that i have heard from my hubby was just that . he also explained it to them daddy is going over to Iraq to make it safe for the children to go out side and play just like they do cause the bad men wont let the kids out side to play any more and my kids understood that so may be we should think like children our husbands fiancees brothers sisters all the military are going over to help the children to get rid of all the bad men that wont let any of the kids play out side any more. just a thought a pray of our men coming home soon  and just an opinion of one military wife.
263984
That's true and that's why I don't support our troops.  They are doing the wrong thing and dying for George Bush's name!
575801
Yes, it would appear that most immediate family do support both wars. If you were to watch unbiased coverage on television, you would get this impression from family members interviewed as well as audience responses where they are in the audience. Most parents of soldier killed in action believe if we don't pursue the war to it proper resolution--a self-sufficient Iraq--the lives of their sons would have been lost in vain. As a tribute to the fallen, they believe the war should be continued until it is won honorably by us. I'm not an authority on the subject but I do listen a lot as I'm a "news junkie" and a reporter once-upon-a-time.
492888
War is my chosen profession.  You would probably be offended if I said I support you, but don't support you being in school.
359432
Never allow those who would denigrate the troops bother you. This is a vocal minority to be sure, but they do not come close to representing the majority of Americans. The majority of Americans wholly support our fine fighting men and women and the sacrifices they and their families are making. It is shameful that some people say such atrocious things against the troops, but alas this is America and free speech is a double edged sword. For myself I would like to say thank you to both you and your husband and offer my hopeful wishes for his safe and speedy return.
222414
I support the troops and the war...and personally dont give a D*** whether im loved by Iraqis or not.
623479
It may not be.  Support for President Bush's administration comes mainly in the arena of his efforts to prosecute the war on terror.  That one issue alone has defined his time in office.  There have been mistakes, misjudgements, and he hasn't seen a spending bill that he didn't like.  He's grown government faster than most Democrats could have thought possible, which is saying a lot.  He has made efforts in providing additional funding for disabled people, education (although no child left behind is a really bad program), and, believe it or not the environment.  War time presidents are often consumed with the second guessing and bad press regarding the war that they are on the constant defensive.  So, even though I do support the effort in prosecuting the war on terror (I think that the threat was identified early enough that President Clinton could and should have handled it in the 90's) I don't think that this administration is one of the best.  But compared to Clinton's willingness to deploy the military every time he thought it would make a good photo op, I think George is doing the best he can.
520403
Regardless if you agree with the invasion or not, we freed them from a dictator where now they shouldn't fear for their lives. How would you feel to live in a place where if you spoke out against the government you would lose your life? We are doing our best to give the Iraqis what they deserve. But sadly there are those radical people who oppose us and democracy and will do everything in their power to prevent a democracy from forming in their home turf, even if that means taking their own life.\n\nBut this war goes much deeper than just a war to free Iraqis from a dictator. We are fighting extremists who want to kill America, Israel, and Christianity. I feel if we do not try and stop these nutcases now that they will only grow stronger and attack us eventually. This would be inevitable if we pulled out of Iraq. \n\nAlways support your troops even if you disagree with what they are commanded to do. No reason to attack them for something they have no control over.
498830
Be a good citizen and vote when it is your time.  Oppose the war in a lawful way.  Make sure that politicians are blamed for the war and not the soldiers.   \nI am sure that there are a few in the military that think the war in Iraq is wrong.  But faithful to their oaths the go on serving.  You can support them best by lobbying your politicians and Voting!
662568
people that will not or can not support out soldiers in Iraq!
269105
No, of course not...I have great pride in my Dad and the service that he is in and that I served in also...WE elect the politicians who decide where and when to send these forces to fight and therefore it is all of us who bear the onus if those politicians make seemingly bad and/or unpopular decisions...I still feel much pride in our military...In our politicians?  That's another question...........
490756
Where is the support for your "facts"?  My brother has been there and has seen his friends die and has seen the people of Iraq.  He had the citizens come to him and thank him for what he was there too do.  Ask any one who has served and met the REAL people of that country.  They do like what we are doing there.  It is the radicals who are fighting against us that don't want us there.  These are the people who would rule by terror.  Get your "facts" straight and serve in the military yourself before you start criticizing what is goin on.
129552
Maybe I have a unique perspective from those that have posted so far considering that I am one of the "troops" and a veteran of the current conflict.  From my own viewpoint it is discouraging to hear all the anti-Bush/anti-war rhetoric--not because I support him/it personally, but because it belittles what we are doing over there.  Can you imagine what it would be like to be in a combat zone and know that your fellow citizens think that what you are doing is pointless, worthless, and/or "illegal"?  It is more than a little disheartening.\n\nAs for what I do: I correspond with a number of my fellow service members who are in Iraq and Afghanistan, I wear a Support Our Troops bracelet 24/7 to remind myself at all times of the sacrifices made by those in uniform, and I strive to educate those that I come in contact with about how not supporting the war that we are fighting hurts almost as much as being called "babykiller".
37065
Hate is a strong word. I pretty much disagree with the way he is handling the country..For example, why is rebuilding Iraq more spend worthy than rebuilding our gulf coast? Why is it for the war money grows on trees, but for education, they're all tapped out. Ask your President why K-12 special education is not fully funded federally like it is suppose to be...
218378
pardon me but fuck no fuck that shit and fuck bush. i do however support our troops 100% from beginning to end.
121397
I support you 100%, It may be so hard because of how irresponsible journalism writes the news, or maybe because of a lack of pride for their country, either way brother, you and I both served so these people could have that right, whether we like it or not. I hate them (disrespectful hippies)with all of my American heart, but I would die for their freedom regardless of how I feel, because its Americans like us and them that keep our country going. Semper Fi. As far as MacMoma...what are you talking about "worthy of your respect?", who are you? really, who the hell are you? You wouldn't be allowed to have basic human rights without our "bumbling leaders", old "shotgun" dick and our Brothers and Sisters-in-arms, you would be considered sub-human in most other countries, you should be grateful men and women of the US Armed forces spilled their blood so you could vote, or drive, or even have the right to learn...it is you who should be worried if you are doing enough for OUR respect...