Do you think we should leave Iraq  immediately? Do you know someone that has died in Iraq?
602485
I have 2 big signs in my yard.  They both say"We support the Troops"  In between, is a huge sign that says "2400(or the new current nbr) of Brave Americans have died because Bush and Cheney lied"\nI grew up in a military family.  my great-great grandfather(beyond that, but I am lazy) fought in the revolutionary war.  I have his Sabre.  My Grandfather fought in WW1, and was blown two hundred yds in the great Halifax explosion(look it up, I'm lazy), and then served with distinction.  My father Got the Silver Star, the Silver Star with Oak-Leaf Cluster, the Purple Heart, and a ton of other medals.  I joined during Vietnam.  \nMy point is, that as positive as we can be about supporting the Military, it only takes a couple of jerks to Mis-use the military. These brave young women, and men, deserve better, and so do we, as a Nation.  I could go on, but why?  Those of you who agree, agree.  Those who do not, do not.  This is a personal judgement, inarguable, unlike facts, or statements -of fact which would be.  \nLive with yourself.  GW seems to.
1027392
even if we stop driving, oil will still be used.  we wont leave Iraq.  and right now, its better that way.  if we leave Iraq without a government, the dead soldiers will have died in vain, and we don't want that.
482117
Lots of Mexican Heritage guys have died in Iraq! Does that answer your question? A better question would have been...Why have any of our troops died in Iraq! What the hell are we doing in Iraq?
97824
Hell yeah.  I would have shot him in a heartbeat.  Ok...that wasn't the "politically correct" answer to give, but after being there, my bro-in-law is currently in Fallujah, and my hubby leaving in 2 weeks for his 2nd tour....I know how the insurgents will very easliy destroy themselves...ESPECIALLY if it means taking out 1 or more of our great soldiers.  I would much rather have one more dead insurgent(not IRAQI) than suffer more casualties of our troops.
494184
We will lose the war. ( How many Iraqi people did 9-11?) This is the truth. Shot and killed one day. News for one day. Buried in 4 days. Forgotten forever. Troops!! You are dying for nothing.
1131683
We can not leave right now. We are obligated under International Law to rebuild the country after conquering it and overthrowing its government. We must stay.\n\nNext, Saddam is the cause of much of the blood shed in Iraq. He didvided the Muslims there (Sunni, Shiite and Kurds) based on historical and religious reasons. They hate each other and want the others dead. He caused it, we are keeping them all alive.
500150
Yes. Hmmm... I wonder why immigration is suddenly such a big deal and the war is on page 6A??? Could it be an election year? Anyway, yeah it makes me sad, but it is also sad that no one ever asks how many Iraqi civillians have died.
1033914
Well I'm all for removal of the troops but I see 2 problems with this (going by only what you have told me btw)\n\n1. We can't make deals with the insurgents. That is for the new Iraqi government to do, not us.\n\n2. The question remains: are they willing to recognize the new Iraqi government as the sole controlling power within Iraq even after we leave?
286766
Should we still be in Germany, Italy, Korea, or Afghanistan.  Those have been over longer than Iraq and we still have people there.  We even made permanent bases there we have been there so long.  What is so different about Iraq to you people.  Stop watching the news and get some real facts based on real information not some news channel putting a spin on things.  Just to clear the record most do want our help over there.  I was guarding a demonstration of thousands of American supporters and about thirty anti-American protesters.  Guess how the news crew portrayed that seen.  To watch it on the news it looked just the opposite.
534218
I actually do believe that this is a great idea. Let those who want to take lives here in America go to Iraq, potrol the border, and serve the country. And if they make it back alive, then there free, If they die..well..then they're gone, but at least they served the country!
178595
I'm for staying in Iraq. If we leave, we'll send a message that we're not willing to fight for what we stand for. Also, the terrorists will migrate from the "jihad in Iraq" to "the jihad in America". \n\nWe owe it to Iraq to rebuild their government. After all, we wasted their last one.
776759
America should be serious with the Iraq issue or else it will be another Vietnam.  Troops must stay or leave completely, it is only one choice but must be properly implemented.
216030
I understand the questioning that one would have over the war in Iraq.  However, if you have not been in the military or have family members serving then you are not getting the whole truth.  I personally have served in the Air Force for six years as a Weather Forecaster.  I have never gone to war.  The Air Force has a very different mission than the other branches.  Like you, I have seen many attempts by the media and others who are hoping to expose some evil reason behind our being in Iraq.  All that you have to do is watch the news or take a minute to read the stories of what is actually going on there.  Iraq is covered with terrorists who are killing their own people daily.  We will be attacked again in the future if we are not successful there. I do not mean to go on and on.  I have a brother who will be in Iraq in a few weeks and I am desperately worried.  However, I never question why he is going and I know he is not either.  In fact he scares me with his eagerness to go.  He has wanted "a piece of the action" for a long time now.  I know he will be in harms way but I am so proud of our men and women who are serving.  You said something MC Gunner on another answer about the war that I found interesting.  You said, "if you consider even 10,000 of the AK47 toting bad guys we have killed, and an AK fires at what? about 500 rounds per minute. How many people would you consider a "Mass"?"  That really made me think!  We all have the right to question, just take the time to research before you come to any conclusions.
949215
As long as the new SOD makes some big changes in Iraq policy. The cut and run crowd will never be satisfied until we totally leave. But I think most people want some type of change instead of "stay the course and do exactly what hasn't worked for the last 4 years."
715581
Thats an interesting question.  Haven't heard of any recruited here being killed in Iraq.  Remember one time the widow said he went because it was his only chance for a comfortable retirement.[ was not recruited here]  Have not heard of any others.
939592
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.
362565
I think that we will be there for several years to come--at least 5.  Or until a new pres. takes the Oath and yanks them all (our troops) back. \n\nI don't think we will ever completely leave Iraq.  We still have bases in Germany, Japan, and many other countries. (Of course, they are our Allies now....maybe one day Iraq will will one of our Allies, too.  Wow, that's like imagining to live on the moon!!)