what is the best way to show support for our troops and the war?
457061
Tell them we really appreciate their efforts even if their leaders are inept and sent them to the wrong place to fight the wrong war against the wrong people. \n\nIt's not the military's fault, it is the fault of those who sent them over to Irak and let the true terrorists escape and even fluorish.
402268
There are countless organizations that specialize in supporting the troops. This is the official site from the Department of Defense that gives you links to such organizations. Just sending small items can mean a lot to some people.\n\nhttp://www.americasupportsyou.mil/americasupportsyou/index.aspx
360876
Yes, you can support the military but not the war.  You have to contact your senators and congressmen to bring our youth home.\n\nYou can do this right on the net.  Sent them an email.  This site will find your representatives for you.\n\nhttp://www.congress.org
526746
HELL YEAH!  ATTA BOY AND ATTA GIRL!  Give him a great big hug and tell him "Thanks!"  My enthusiasm is tempered somewhat by a heavy heart as I remember all those who have sacrificed life, limb, innocence, and peace of mind to fight for our country, right or wrong.  Without their answering the call to duty, you and I would not enjoy the freedom to mess around on this site.\nSHALL THEY NEVER BE FORGOTTEN AND ALWAYS FONDLY REMEMBERED!!!
1145684
I give money to agencies to supply aid and comfort to the troops and, just as importantly, I also give money to Veteran agencies (DAV and Paralyzed Veterans of America, for example).\n\nAlthough I would probably disagree with some of your political stances, I respect your right to disagree with the war and the President, and I'm glad you can separate your aid to the troops from those feelings.\n\nEverybody should thank a member of our military, current and past, at every possible opportunity.
1146120
Not really a question...\n\n\nMy motto: \nIf you dont' stand behind our troops, \nfeel free to stand in front of them.
809022
I am in the Air Force. My job is toe load the F-15 fighter jet with bombs and missles, etc. and to do mechanical and electrical work. I might be deploying soon, too....so that's how I support them.\n\nAlso, I go to anysoldier.com  and   letssaythanks.com  and donate things and send (FREE) cards to soldiers
184242
I support our troops all the time! I have never forgotten about them for one second! I had 5 uncles who served in WWII, 2 of which served in the Korean conflict, then later on, I had 2 uncles who served in the Viet Nam war. BTW, the people who served in Viet Nam were spat upon and degraded so badly that I felt ashamed of how our country treated them when they came home! Anyway, I won't get hostile, but I am very proud of our men and women who are serving in all divisions of our military. I do DJ/KJ shows quite often in an American Legion Post, and there is never a night that we don't all hold hands and sing "God Bless the USA." Yes, I AM VERY PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN, AND AM TRUELY GRATEFUL TO OUR TROOPS...PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE!
385536
Get involved. I've written my congressmen and 2 senators every time they voted on legislation involved with the war to either show my approval or disdain. Make sure they hear your voice. Some may write you back, Some may not. Register to vote or, if you can't, get involved with candidates (no age limit to do this) and maybe even join a Young Republicans or Young Democrats group. Volunteer for a candidate. Just get involved. As much as possible.
1066130
I don't know if there is really a way to tell them where they won't get mad at you.  But, they will learn in time to accept it, even if they don't agree with it.  You have to do what your heart is telling you to do.  They won't be so mad at you that they won't think about you every day, they'll still write, and await your arraival to come home.  And in the event that you don't come home alive you have the gratitude of a greatful nation.  Also, when in time your son grows up, he will come to realize that your sacrifice will undoubtably swell his shirt with pride that you thought enough of him, his momma, and this nation to fight and die (heaven forbid) for it.  Parting off to war is NEVER easy.  Never was, never will be.  If it ever gets easy or 'not-a-big-deal' then we are in trouble.  War is an ugly thing.  A thing where innocent people get hurt and killed.  It's one of the things that makes it be a thing to be avoided.  But I also don't advocate the 'no war at any cost' camp.  Thomas Jefferson said:"...those who will give up freedom for security, deserve neither."  So, go and serve your country, and make your boy and wife proud.  I was in the Navy for 4 years, and I honor ALL veterans from ALL wars, and peacetime.  Even though I'm a verteran, and can't go back in now due to diabetes, I can still 'root for the home team.'  Every job in wartime involves peril.  From the Commander of Coalition forces to the lowly mess cook.  To put yourself in harm's way on behalf of us here in the States, takes courage, selflessness, and pride.  Be proud of what you do, and someday, they will be prouder of you, weather you return home to a hero's welcome, or a hero's funeral. \n\nGood Luck, and God Bless you.\n\nI will pray for ALL our troops, wherever they are!
913414
Don't listen to the idiots pressing anti Bush propaganda.  If you want to honor the troops overseas speak up for them  You do remember we are fighting in Afghanistan too right?  It isn't only Iraq, remember them on Thanksgiving, while you sit with your family eating until you can't consume one more bite.  Remember them as you talk politics with family and you think you know what is right.  Remember them when you watch your children on Christmas unwrapping their presents.  What we take for granted they are defending and unselfishly pass by so we don't have to.  \n\nStand up and fight for those soldiers waiting to stand trial for doing their jobs, send your thanks to those in the hospitals with missing limbs.  If you live close to a military base contact the base locater and ask how you can help.  Thank them when you see a Veteran.  Stand up for them when others attack, after all they are willing to stand up for you and die for you.\n\nThey need your HONEST support, not some magnet on your trunk.  Speak up for them, write to them, contact your local VFW or American Legion and ask what you could do.  They volunteer to fight and die for this country so others can insult and ridicule them.  Don't turn your backs and help them out.  The holidays are here and they aren't.  \n\nIn response to a few remarks here, killing a liberal or democrat is no solution.  I have been approach by just as many democrats and republicans.  Nobody comes up and says "I'm a republican/ democrat and I support you."  I have only had a few even recognize the fact I am a vet, nevermind the VET plates or sticker on my car.  No one side is better than the other, this isn't about politics it is about what is right and what is wrong, it is about men and women fighting for what they believe not what we demand them to believe.\n\nVeteran-SGT- 4 years service, 2 in the Persian Gulf.
940231
Finish the job and then pull our troops out.  FINISH THE JOB is the key!  We can not go in and destroy a country then leave them in shambles.  We must stay until the bitter end!\n\nGOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!
570771
thank you for being so kind and supporting the troops. :)  i used to be in the army, and my husband still is, we really appreciate people like you.  people like you give us the will to fight.  i just wanted to thank you. :) the world needs more people like you.
433436
Support the Troops, but not the war? Why don't you tell them "Hey! You guys are great, but what you're doing absolutely sucks"! Get a grip on reality. War is not easy, nor is it predictable. Many unforeseen things happen. Let me ask you this - how many terrorist attacks have been perpetrated on US soil since we've been in Iraq? Wouldn't you rather be fighting these fleabags over there? And do you realize that our forces, all volunteers by the way, overwhelmingly support the mission that they are fighting? Stop giving comfort to our enemies, and show an undivided front and unwavering support for our people and the mission that they are fighting. If you are not happy with the war, keep your trap shut and cast your vote at election time. This irresponsible BS is what caused the failure of the Vietnamese War. It's a war, and Generals, not journalists and anti-war demonstrators, should be fighting it and deciding its outcome!
1103281
I check the list from time to time - but I know I'll hear about the people I'm looking for from friends before I see them on the net.\n\nBest way to support? Be strong, send care packages, letters, take advantage of video conferencing if your base has a program. My dad and I went in and bought my uncle a spare bullet proof vest, in case he misplaced his - crazy I know, but you never know.\n\nLean like hell on your family and troop support groups. Stay busy, don't read to much news. Alot of it is bad news that looks alot worse then it is.\n\nKeep the faith.
323521
Personaly the "Support our troops" Sticker is not all you can do. I am an american soldier and i do not even own one. I do not think that spending 2 dollars for a sticker saying i support them is enough. I think that the best way of proving that you support somthing is if you go out there and do it. I am still in high school but as soon as I am MOSQed i will be over there fighting with everyone else. I dont think that the soldiers would care if you did not have the sticker on. If you really want to help go talk to a local recruting base and ask them how you would go about writing a soldier over seas and raise there moral.
1024014
Personally, I support the troops and believe in our goals and objectives. That's not to say that there aren't things that should have been done better, though (of course).\n\nBut that's just me. Supporting the troops isn't a political statement. They're just people, like you and me. Support for them is our duty as Americans (those of us who are), because they literally were sent into harm's way in our name; it has nothing to do with support for the Administration or the war.