Why do people still stand behind GW?
108354
I often ask myself the same question. \n\nThe sheep stand behind him because this administration has done a successful job in terrorizing his (Bush's) supporters with fear. They use the crayola chart to let people know the 'terror threat' yet they want people to live their lives and not let what happened on 9/11 to affect how we live. The crayola chart really is only needed by state and local governments as it advises if they need more resources for that particular time frame. (public servants)\n\nIn the name of ' I don't like that party ', people will side with him as well. So Bush could have told people that he is the spawn of Satan and people would have still voted for him becuase they so much dislike the opposing political party.
732279
GWB is not a good leader\n\nHe is a great leader
677859
Because Americans will not stand up and band together and speak their minds. Those that do, cannot generate enough support because people have no back bone. Do you think for one second that if you were a Pres. say of a company, and your ratings were 30% or less that you would still be Pres.? NO. There should be no differences. Arm yourself with knowledge and VOTE!! Just a note.. 1 in 3 Republicans do not want BUSH in office at this point of his Presidency. What does that tell you??
1050982
There are several reasons.  First, most people are simply not smart enough to know who the canidates are, or what they stand for, so they stay home.  Many no longer feel a connection to the canidates as they feel special interests now control everything.  Many also feel that their vote does not count.  But the real reason is just plain laziness of the American voter, who will stand in line for hours for concert tickets, show tickets or sporting events, but if there are 3 people waiting to vote, the line is simply too long.
569962
Becouse as a student you loose faith in the goverment/politics/law etc.  After the people that we vote to protect us are the ones who create the wars.\n\nPlus politicians do as they please.  No one listens to the people.
818343
It's the liberal "chickenhawk" pretzel logic, but it only applies to conservatives and Republicans.\n\nIt's not like they're standing in line, waiting to enlist to go to Darfur, is it?
1119756
Most people are shallow (Take me for example - I can admit it!).\nI don't agree with the war, but I support our troops 100%. \nI work in the DoD/MoD field and I speak to grunts (well not Grunts, but their officers mostly) in the dirt everyday. I do my best to give them 100% away from the danger zone in hopes that it will help them come back in one piece.
1133500
Because people don't like to take responsibility for their actions. And also it is an extremely rare quality of character to have to be able to say "I was mistaken." John Kerry has the backbone to say, "I made a mistake". That requires character. Instead of being able to appreciate that these people went on to call him flip-flopper, as if they never made a mistake in their life. But anyways, as I was saying these people don't like the idea that the government is not benevolent and is not looking after them. Because saying that comes with a lot of responsibility. When you say we don't want King George (irony!) as our king, you have to fight a war of independence and draft your own constitution. Now thats an enormous responsibility. The founding fathers weren't afraid of that responsibility so they went ahead and did what they had to do. The people you are talking about lack the intelligence, courage or moral backbone to do that. Instead they dig their heads in the sand and pretend the government is good and will always take care of them. And since there wasn't enough sand in America to cover all their heads, they had to go to Iraq to find more sand. And hence anyone who disturbs that fake sense of stability and peace seems to be an enemy to them. And they start crying "unpatriotic" and etc.\n\nThese people think patriotism is limited to supporting the war and supporting the president. They don't see patriotism in helping the poor and needy who are also fellow Americans. They don't see patriotism in uplifting the downtrodden who are also American. They don't see patriotism is envigorating the economy or creating new jobs for their fellow Americans. They don't see patriotism is protecting their environment although that is the American environment. Their sense of patriotism is myopic indeed.
250477
Yes there are still some women out there that will stand by their man through the good and the bad, I'm one of them. We just aren't appreciated for it. But what I want to know is why aren't they there for us?
184957
yes,just, show respect. i respect the people for going out there and protecting their country and their beliefs. i myself hate war and wish we could find more peaceful resolutions to all the problems we have managed to get into, but that wish is unrealistic and those people that go out there and fight have came to that conclusion too and are doing something about it.\n\nand if that is still too close to supporting war, then think of each individual person and dont think of them as a soldier. support them for being brave, independent and strong and not for fighting.
203477
very good question. I think they are apologists primarily because GW is hell bent on countering Islamofascism. So, anything Bush is for, they must be against. It also doesnt help that nothing has blown up around here lately. If the Islamic Flying Circus had been more successful in hijacking planes and blowing up innocents there would be fewer apologists.
860728
Winki Pinki must be at that time of the month so just ignore her. Anyway, to answer your question, war is much needed sometimes but when in comes to the war in Iraq, I tooootally agree with you. They have no inclination of whats going on in the world, look at Rummy how he said France and Germany reminds him of "Old Europe", what a jerk to say suh a thing like that. They are our allies for God sake and not our bitch whores. They have a right to an opinion. This administration has no morals and rides the wave of shoving freedom down everyones throats. Thats why the world has indigestion now and its time to throw out the Necon clan from America.
237240
I think there may be some confusion there.  What people are missing is there is a huge difference between being supportive of the men and women fighting overseas and supporting the reason they are there.  By the way, exactly why are we there?  Fighting terrorism?  Oh, yea, I almost forgot.  Anyway, I do not know of many who do not support the troops, and I do not know of many who support the reason they are there.  There is a difference.  I hope everyone sees and understands that.  Just because someone thinks our presence in the middle ease is uncalled for does not mean that person does not support our military.
1008968
Ya know, this is a GREAT question. I was behind some idiot in his suburu thingy and his sticker was SHINY! they MUST have a stockpile of them somewhere.  That's ok, I get in front of these losers and make 'em read MY stickers.....my W Won! Get over it! and GW 04 and W STILL OUR President!  Seems that the libs think THEY are the ONLY ones who can put bumper stickers on their car.  One  more point....I have been sworn at, cut off, nasty notes left on my car by strangers telling me I'm stupid and such.  Just because of my bumper stickers.  I will tell you and all the libs, I've NEVER even THOUGHT about harrassing, other than getting in front of you on the highway, anyone with a bumper sticker that I found offensive or didn't agree with.  When I'm sworn at, it tells me ALL about the LIBS.  yup. WE keep our GW stickers on because WE WON, get over it!  They must LOVE showing and proving they are LOSERS!!!!!!
560785
Because our people are being led by a war-monger. We do not want to bother anyone but our greedy leaders just cannot keep their noses out of others business. They say they will do good for our nation when trying to get elected but, when they win they become whores to big business. I am an average American and all I want is to live in peace.
386169
Good question!! So many possible reasons.  The obvious fact is that starting war with many of those might start a war so big no one can win.  It might destroy humanity.  WWlll.  They have nuclear and we are unable to dominate or change them.  They are who they are.  \nIt might also be because we have somewhat of a foothold already in those countries, being more accessible.  Unlike the latter three.  But historically to what you are talking about overall...although you might want to rephrase your question to be clearer.  To answer that, because that is how the right continues their reign of power in the world.  By conquering weaker less dominant countries, thus destroying them and leaving some sort of colonial foothold in that country so that we have access to resources, territory and well, cheap labor...slave labor for example.  This is how England and various other colonies dominated the world, by taking over countries little by little and ultimately how they gained their power and stance in the world.  Not by hard work or brilliance, but by domination and oppression.  \nIn response to many of the other comments, they're right...it's not always the Repubs or Consevs because a name is just a name...a front.  How the they conduct themselves in the world is what truly describes their stance.  Are they truly progressive or conservative and not moving forward to benefit all their countrymen or humankind is how they should be judged..not by their title! \nNevertheless, reactionaries and the media can bash the left but the TRUE BLUE progressives do not oppress or take over other people's countries.  Maybe some in sheep's clothings calling themselves a Democrat or what ever have conquered or attacked other countries but they were not progressives, humanitarians. \nNew conservatives(Neocons)/new Republicans(instead of true traditional Repubs) feel that sense of entitlement, you know...maninfest destiny.  As their ancestors did(read history).  God told them to do it, they are entitled by God or by race..etc.  It's tied in with religion, race and monetary philosophies that drive people like that to conquer others.  I have also noticed that people on the right, throughout history whatever they call themselves, tend towards less compassion, less humanity and more brutality.  They seem almost able to separate themselves from humanity to justify their actions of domination and expansion.  (Columbus, Pinochet, Franco, Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin, Bush(es), Thatcher etc...)  All destroy humankind by some form of brilliant propaganda tied in with God and money/resources.  \n\nHope that helps!  \n\nMy question is...when will is stop?? Can it be changed in the minds of many humans....it seems that many people don't care about others and do feel it is ok to conquer or dominate others.  Sad but true. \n\nPeace.
1033519
No, our job is not done. How can you start helping a country then back out when you're in the middle of doing so? Only a sissy ass liberal would do a thing like that. GOD BLESS USA & GW!