Matus, I think the problem is some Kerry haters think they have a monopoly on toughness...like the Democrats are not capable of defending the country. For this I blame the Bush Administrations campaign propaganda.
Not to put words in any ones mouths but I'd wager every one here has incredible respect for our armed forces. Personally I think we don't hurt enough over the 900+ that have given their lives and the 5000 that have come back without body parts. A Marine I know just got back after a parcel of explosives went off in his face, he was lucky.
In regards to the Iraqi's killed, the issue is if our leadership even considers the massive civilian death that is associated with a war like Iraq. The incredibly brutal actions of a minority of Iraqi's doesn't represent the people, but our bombs do represent America in the eyes of many. Our military is unparalleled, but so is our responsiblity to use it wisely.
Everyone hopes Iraq works and our efforts are rewarded, but things would be very different had the attitude of our leadership been...on the level. It is what it is.
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