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kathydwells avatar
Darlene is my middle name, not my nickname
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Sure does make one think.

The Cost of the Iraq war. Actually, I have alway's wondered why they call it a war. I mean, Hussein is dead. We took care of him. Who are we fighting? Why are we fighting them? I just don't get it. AND, everyday I read the news and more of our Soldiers have been killed. I say bring them home and bring them home now. Oh wait, I forgot El Presidente wants to send MORE troops to Iraq, so I guess they won't be coming home any time soon. Perhaps some of you have a loved one in Iraq fighting in the "war". I would love to hear your perspective on it. Or, some of you who know the "reason" we are there. I don't think it was ever made clear to the American people why we are there. Can anyone tell me?

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drunkkenartist avatar
Beach Fanatic
#27
I'm sorry...what?
:funn: Thanx, Steele!
Jennifer Steele avatar
Beach Fanatic
#28
I hope none of you vote again before you try harder to collect accurate facts. You are a total idiot if you want Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, Obama the muslim etc in charge of your life. Wake up sheeple!



I can just see the bumper sticker now...

OBAMA "the muslim" 2008!
SoWal Insider
#29
I can just see the bumper sticker now...

OBAMA "the muslim" 2008!

Yeah, I wanted to comment on that. I so wish CaioBella hadn't said that.
drunkkenartist avatar
Beach Fanatic
#30
Well, at a time like this,
a four letter word comes to mind.
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peapod1980 avatar
percy
#31
Yeah, I wanted to comment on that. I so wish CaioBella hadn't said that.
You mean that was supposed to be serious?
Curiously, CiaoBella seems to have the power to revoke our citizenship. :idontno: April in Paris, anyone?

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TooFarTampa avatar
SoWal Insider
#32
This is the best country on Earth and if you just want to shoot your mouth off with inaccurate information then get the hell out.

Obama is a professed Christian. The way I understand it, professing your Christianity and adhering to what are commonly referred to as Christian values is really all you need to do to be a Christian.:idontno:

Also, it is the Marine Corps.
Bobby J avatar
Beach Fanatic
#33
I am still confused about all this. I would love to have someone post on this thread in support of our position in Iraq. I would like to try to understand "W" from another angle. CiaoBella, nothing personal but your reply is the type that confuses me more. Why do you feel your information is accurate? I have tried to look at this war as objective as possible and am left very confused and sad. The only answer I come to is oil. I wish Bush would just say, "Folks, here is the bottom line. We need oil and we gotta get it from them"! Instead, it seems we have been really duped! :idontno:
Once we were duped it becomes easier to turn us against each other so we do not see the real villians. I can see this thread easily turning into a big fight but maybe we should all try to open each others eyes and educate one another.
Jennifer Steele avatar
Beach Fanatic
#34
This is the best country on Earth and if you just want to shoot your mouth off with inaccurate information then get the hell out. You have it made here and you certainly have done nothing to deserve that!

and in an earlier thread she states,

"Nice to know we live in a communist country where free speech is so easily suppressed!"


So, CB, are you FOR free speech as long as it's speech that is pleasing to your own ears?

This has the same logic (lack of it) as the church sign by my house that reads, "Why don't men who hate the church move where there is none?"
John R avatar
needs to get out more
#35
chowbella, really?? obama the muslim? did you just come from your shock treatment? are muslims bad people?
Beachmom avatar
Beach Fanatic
#36
This thread just makes me so sad...is it really nessesary to attack different opinions???? I thought this was supposed to be a "discussion", not an attack! I don't want to get into political discussions here, that is not what this board is for me, but please! play nice. If there were not differing opinions, where would we be???:idontno:
Bobby J avatar
Beach Fanatic
#37
This thread just makes me so sad...is it really nessesary to attack different opinions???? I thought this was supposed to be a "discussion", not an attack! I don't want to get into political discussions here, that is not what this board is for me, but please! play nice. If there were not differing opinions, where would we be???:idontno:

China!
Allifunn avatar
FunnChef - AlisonCooks.com
#38
All an attempt to brainwash lesser intelligent people of this nation :idontno:
I hope the truth will completely come out some day, and those that are able to understand truth and act on that truth will prevail.
I, for one, have much to learn!
Beach Lover
#39
Freedom of speech and we can all express ourselves as we like. It is unfortunate that this thread contains primarily ignorant liberals that try to be ass-kissing, politically-correct mindless humans. Why don't you guys go into politics, I am sure you could make this a better world for us all. It is embarassing that you people have any affiliation with Florida or any presence in our beloved South.
Smiling JOe avatar
SoWal Expert
#40
Dear God, please save me from your followers.
:roll:
peapod1980 avatar
percy
#41
Freedom of speech and we can all express ourselves as we like. It is unfortunate that this thread contains primarily ignorant liberals that try to be ass-kissing, politically-correct mindless humans. Why don't you guys go into politics, I am sure you could make this a better world for us all. It is embarassing that you people have any affiliation with Florida or any presence in our beloved South.
Ahhhhh...I've got it now. :doh: Ashton Kutcher, come on out.
TripleB avatar
Beach Fanatic
#42
Freedom of speech and we can all express ourselves as we like. It is unfortunate that this thread contains primarily ignorant liberals that try to be ass-kissing, politically-correct mindless humans. Why don't you guys go into politics, I am sure you could make this a better world for us all. It is embarassing that you people have any affiliation with Florida or any presence in our beloved South.
Suggested reading: "How to Win Friends and Influence People".
John R avatar
needs to get out more
#43
caiobella, freedom of spech is right. even the liberals have the right to say what they want in 'this greatest country on earth'. are liberals not allowed in your country? and i ask again, are muslims bad people? jews? blacks? asians? latinos? gays?

just want to see where you're coming from.
kathydwells avatar
Darlene is my middle name, not my nicknameAuthor
#44
This is the best country on Earth and if you just want to shoot your mouth off with inaccurate information then get the hell out.

No, thank you. I think I will enjoy my right to free speech and stay right where I am.

You have it made here and you certainly have done nothing to deserve that! Some wonderful soldiers before you gladly gave their lives so you can all ***** and moan about decisions made..

I do not deserve to be in MY country? Because, I have not fought to be here? Some of those wonderful soldiers that you speak of, were in my family. So don't tell me that I do not have the right to be in MY own country, just because I might not agree with your feelings about this so-called WAR!!! And because of the right to free speech, I will gladly BIT** and moan about those things which I think are wrong!

You are a total idiot if you want Hillary Clinton, Al Gore, Obama the muslim etc in charge of your life. Wake up sheeple!

There are no words for this. Just shows your true colors.


Freedom of speech and we can all express ourselves as we like. It is unfortunate that this thread contains primarily ignorant liberals that try to be ass-kissing, politically-correct mindless humans. Why don't you guys go into politics, I am sure you could make this a better world for us all. It is embarassing that you people have any affiliation with Florida or any presence in our beloved South.

Actually you should be the one embarrased. I don't think you saw anyone who posted in this thread call you a "total idiot" "ass-kissing", "mindless human", and "ignorant".

Kurt, I am sorry that this thread turned into this. I had to get this post off my chest. Now, if you feel the need you may lock it, because I don't think it is going to get any better. IMHO!!!!
TripleB avatar
Beach Fanatic
#45
I am thinking about starting a thread about people's thoughts on what is cuter: white bunnies, playful puppies or fuzzy kittens.
Allifunn avatar
FunnChef - AlisonCooks.com
#46
Kurt, I am sorry that this thread turned into this. I had to get this post off my chest. Now, if you feel the need you may lock it, because I don't think it is going to get any better. IMHO!!!!
I don't think this thread necessarily needs to be locked...I find it interesting and all people have a right to their opinions. I do not like it when people start verbally showing their lack of tact, though...that is showing their true colors, as you said KDW! I think it should be moved, however! This does not belong in the lounge! :idontno:

I am thinking about starting a thread about people's thoughts on what is cuter: white bunnies, playful puppies or fuzzy kittens.
I like them all equally....:rolling: :biggrin:
John R avatar
needs to get out more
#47
i don't think it really needs to be moved, it started here...
i agree that it should not be locked either. interesting to see people's true colors. especially those who use the shield of democracy to play both sides of the fence.

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Smiling JOe avatar
SoWal Expert
#48
Now here is a real man who calls Texas home:

30A Skunkape avatar
Skunky
#49
Note to Kurt-Maybe move this thread to the political section so the digital blood can really flow.

I think these words spoken in 1964 by a certain President-in-waiting regarding the Soviets still ring true.

"Those who would trade our freedom for the soup kitchen of the welfare state have told us they have a utopian solution of peace without victory. They call their policy "accommodation." And they say if we'll only avoid any direct confrontation with the enemy, he'll forget his evil ways and learn to love us. All who oppose them are indicted as warmongers. They say we offer simple answers to complex problems. Well, perhaps there is a simple answer -- not an easy answer -- but simple: If you and I have the courage to tell our elected officials that we want our national policy based on what we know in our hearts is morally right."

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JoshMclean avatar
Beach Fanatic
#50
I am thinking about starting a thread about people's thoughts on what is cuter: white bunnies, playful puppies or fuzzy kittens.
I hate fuzzy kittens!!! If you like fuzzy kittens, you should die!!!:pissed:
JoshMclean avatar
Beach Fanatic
#51
Ciao,
I am a very conservative person. You're not going to change a liberal's opinions by badgering and name calling. That should be left to them. Just a thought. :blush:

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