Why do some people stillclaim Iraq attacked us!? Are they demented or whats the joke?
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They did attack us.  Of course, by us I really mean our soldiers, who were in the process of bombing them at the time, but clearly they started it since it didn't count that we were bombing them until they tried to fight back.\n\nActually, I haven't heard anyone claim that Iraq attacked us.  I do hear a lot of people claim that they did have weapons of mass destruction, though, even though the White House official said they were wrong about the WMDs and the CIA said their information was fake.
348529
Because too many people take things too personally! They think these questions or comments are being directed to themselves for real and feel the need to defend. The truth is they are actually defending themselves TO themselves. Everyone here is just a mirror for the inner conflict that occurs.
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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".
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It's because people believe the liberal media's antiwar message that they have been putting out since 911 to sway public oppinion against the war.  Add in a dose of several well put together, but poorly researched conspiracy theories and you get a reciepe that makes bleeding hearts and peaceniks think that the US Government is conspiring against them.  \n\nThanks for doing your part in helping to spread the truth.  You are a true American.  \n\nAnd if you have not seen this yet check it out\nhttp://www.iraqitruthproject.com/
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i dont think anyone could believe that shit unless they have drunk the kool aid. the people who attacked us were mainly saudis, our biggest oil interest in the middle east
102830
Most of the media in the U.S. is highly leftist liberal and therefore is anti-war and anti-Bush.  I belive most people here soak this up and are ignorant about the real situation our country is in and about exactly what you are fighting for.  In their ignorance they shout the loudest because they think it proves their point although they rarely back it up with facts, only their political rhetoric.\n\nBtw...Thank you for everything you are doing for us over there.  I hope it comforts you that there is one person who knows what you are fighting for, apreciates it, will take your fight to liberals here, and will sleep better tonight knowing you are fighting for my safety.
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Because that is what the bleeding heart liberals (aka Demorats) want them to believe.  Iraq is part of 9/11, but far more too.
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When someone says "because our american soilders are worth 100 iraqis and we get freaked out when one dies" we look like a bunch of idiots. It is too bad that some open their mouths before they use their heads....\n\nBecause people live in a vacuum and really "don't" care (as a majority). It is sad. I think that if the Media brought home the Human picture of the Invasion of Iraq (it is more of an invasion than war), then maybe people would be more shocked. Little kids walking to school are killed often, people just going home from work (if they have the Bal*s to work), someone going to buy food.....it is so sad. They are more important than a soldier, I mean no disrespect for this either, the soldier took the job, wants to be wars and to be part of a military, which a civilian person does not. Most people in Iraq are normal people like you and me, they can't go to the store without putting their lives on the line. It is all because we want their Oil. Bush is in Iraq because his family and friends are into the Oil business. They want to be sure they have full access to the oil. It was never about Saddam. Saddam for many years was a paid ally of the US. Unfortunately we have made such a mess out of Iraq that if we pull out it would turn the country into even a bigger mess, so now, morally, we have to stay there to clean it up and hopefully make it better and at the same time assuring our access to the Oil.....how Sad. It is no wonder people hate us. Bush's agenda is his own. He is not thinking of what is best for us (the US) or for Iraq.
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Hi there,\n\nI think the reason is to show off America's power or their greed for power.\n\nHere's why I think so-\n\nThe USA first attacked Iraq and captured Saddam Hussein near Tikrit. The reason Mr.Bush gave for that is that the USA suspects some biological weapons in Iraq.\n\nAfter the war was over but nothing revealed, Mr.Bush apologized for this bliss by saying that he received false intelligence reports. Now that's easy, it's the same thing as I kick you hard and then apologize. Whatever the damage should be done, it was done. \n\nSo I think the reason for these attacks is not any terrorist threat to USA or the greed for oil, but it is just to show off it's power to the world after the attack of Sep 11th. I just think it is a ploy to scare away the people. It means something like Mr.Bush wants to say "We are rich, we are powerful, we can do anything, so don't mess with us."\n\nI don't mean to offend all the Americans out there. I just told you my opinion about the attacks. If I offended anyone, my sincere apologies. And let me make it clear, I'm not being partial to Mr.Hussein. I think he ruled Iraq for quite some time with an iron fist.\n\nI just told you my opinion frankly, but anyone of you here are free to disagree with this. After all, everyone has their own thought process. \n\n\nrule wid style n luv@vinny
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Sending US back out for war?  Are you in the military?  Are you fighting over in the desert?  Have you made huge sacrifices for the good of this country?  I'm guessing not.  As a veteran I can safely say that the majority of military personnel would be insulted by you saying "us".  They are trained professionals who believe in what they do and take pride in fighting evil.  Next time I suggest saying our military.  Or our troops, soldiers, sailors or airmen.  \n\nIf you are currently in the military, I apologize.
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While I believe we are undermanned, I don't think of the Iraq war as a question of nationality.  This is a crooked war and we all know it.  I can speak for many by saying I am not eager to die for a war I don't believe in.
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If you're so bloody concerned and informed about politics, why can't you spell John Kerry properly? As long as we're on the subject, why are you unaware that Kerry was refering to the almight GWB being "stuck in Iraq" and not to the soldiers themselves?\n\nI've had enough of this uber-republican right-wing ranting from people who haven't a clue what is going on in this country. I demand answers.
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Wow the Libs go nuts when someone dares criticize their point of view but it's just fine for them to say that Bush is an idiot.  It's a the same double standard that when we Killed that piece of filth Zarkawi they cried "Were his rights violated?" but think noting wen two of our guys were murdered and their bodies desecrated.
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I can't believe people are actually analyzing this. Saying it's old and dumb. That the original question was based on an assumption? It's a joke!!!! It was clearly stated that it was a joke. Lighten up people. Take the free points and be happy with the points and a funny laugh for the day.\n\ntosmith
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first off we are not at war WITH Iraq, we are at war IN Iraq.  There is no established side we are fighting its an idiology.  The combatants arent all from Iraq as most of these people seem to think.  They are muslim extremests from Iraq, Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia and basically all over the middle east.  People are too naive to hear the truth from the govt because it would be skewed.  Fact is we are their for the oil.  but not for us to profit.  for these fundamentalist not to be able to profit.  Oil is funding the assault on the US.  The fact is there are weapons out there that if the wrong people get ahold of them can cause us great destruction.  They need money to carry out that plan.  We stop them from using oil and keep them fighting and exhaust their money they will be held in check to attack in your back yard.  The advancement of weapons has made the idea of isolation obsolete.  Lets use an example.  If Hitler had chinas long range missle capabilities and  one nuclear weapon you think he wouldnt have sent it over here?  ofcourse.  There are leaders in the middle east, and scary enough now in south america that would do the same thing now.  Facts are we will be at war for ever.  Alot of people are going to die and its sad but to allow this country to continue in peace our military is going to have to stomp out this idiology.
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what makes your question so great is that it seems the americans answering don't know what to say, or better what they are saying...\n\none says well north korean doesn't call americans names, therefore isn't a threat... WRONG!!!! they do! and are a real threat to US secturity if they have a nuclear bomb.  saddam on the other hand never threated the US.  and what about Chavez who is currently calling bush satan... shouldn't he be bombed as well.\n\nanother mentions 911, but every one knows that iraq had absolutely nothing to do with it and had no connections with islamic extremists!  infact the islamic extremists are only too happy to see him on death row!!!\n\nand then there is the 'oh we do so much for the world' gamit... ww2 bla bla... well the US had no intention of entering the war to help us europeans... they only entered it because of pearl harbour.  so, no change there then. as for charity and aid to the world, though in $$$ it looks alot... americans are ths stingiest nation on the planet as the amount given per capita is well below all other 1st world countries, so if they did retract their charity to the world, it wouldn't be much of surprise really.\n\nooooooooooooooooooooh!  so much ignorance!!!  if it wheren't for the fact that they haven't just threated their own security, but europe's as well, i'd feel sorry for them, but as it is ... i'm angry, very angry.  what is nice though is that the enlighted few do actually apologise for their ignorant nation.
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But we're colonizing Iraq right now, we can't pull out and admit we were wrong to occupy it in the first place. Blatant ignorance of all the facts and avoidance of the consequence by throwing our weight around is the American way! We've been there since we hired Saddam and helped put him in power, it's just that now our presence is a lot more obvious and oppressive toward the Iraqi ppl. THE ONLY WAY TO TRULY SUPPORT THE TROOPS IN IRAQ IS TO BRING THEM HOME! THOSE IDIOTS WHO RIDICULE THE SOLDIERS DEPLOYED NEED TO BE SHUT DOWN! THEY ARE HEROES BY EVERY DEFINITION OF THE WORD! THE FACT THAT WASHINGTON LIES TO THEM AND SAYS THEY'RE HELPING TO ESTABLISH DEMOCRACY SHOULD ONLY GO TO SHOW YOU WHO THE REAL TERRORISTS ARE... POLITICIANS WHO DON'T HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO CARRY OUT THEIR OWN EVIL AGENDA IN IRAQ, THE PRESIDENT AND ALL HIS MEN WHO CONTINUE TO REAP THE MONETARY AND POLITICAL BENEFITS OF THE SENSELESS SLAUGHTER OF INNOCENTS ON BOTH SIDES! THE DIPLOMATS ALL OVER THE WORLD WHO HAVE THE POWER TO STOP IT, OR AT LEAST THE AUTHORITY TO DISCONTINUE SUPPORTING IT, BUT DON'T BECAUSE THEY TOO CAN PROFIT FROM PRETENDING THEY'RE POWERLESS BUT ALLOWING IT AND AIDING IT'S CONTINUATION!!!! GOD BLESS THE SOLDIERS WHO ONLY DID WHAT THEIR HEARTS TOLD THEM WAS RIGHT... WHOSE ONLY CRIME WAS FOOLISHLY BELIEVING THERE WAS STILL INTEGRITY IN AMERICA...