I was against the "war on terrorism" in Afghanistan, but I'm even more against the possibility of another war with Iraq. I'm so frustrated at the Bush Administration's behavior towards the U.N. and Congress, and I know so many people who oppose it, but it's almost as though they have no voice. I've written to both of my senators and my representative, pressing them to oppose war with Iraq, but I still feel that it's not enough. There have been war protests on my college campus, but I feel that this has fallen on deaf ears as well, especially since it's all the way over on the other side of the country from Washington, D.C. (in California). I don't have enough money or time to travel to Washington to take part in protests... What can I do to help stop this fairly unpopular war from taking place??

Prof. Gomes,

I am attempting to research the connections between Herbert Hensley Henson, Harold Laski, and Viktor Gollancz. All three were involved with the "Friends of Europe," a group dedicated to warning about the dangers of Nazism. Laski corresponded with FDR's private secretary, Ms. LeHand regarding the impending invasion of Poland. Henson wrote the forward to the YELLOW SPOT, a book detailing the persecution of German Jews and published by Viktor Gollancz in 1936. Can you provide me with any suggestions regarding Henson's connection to the "Friends of Europe." Also, do you know anything about Henson's stepmother, who was German? Thank you.

hebe

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Originally posted by sparkles2006:
Guys, this is not a war on Iraq. It's an effort to free the people of Iraq from the tyranny of terrorism. The people over there had absolutly no rights before American forces went overseas. This war has given them freedom like most, if any, of them have never experienced. In the United States we sometimes forget that the world is not all a free country. These people have been living in fear their entire lives. They couldn't speak out for fear of either themselves being killed or their family members being killed. This effort has given them their lives. The only people we are making war on are the terrorist organizations in this world. We have to do something about that. We are one of the top nations in the world and if we don't respond to the threat of terrorist attacks, who will?

I completely disagree. We're fueling anti-Americanism all over the globe by acting like the world's policeman. Invading Iraq is exactly the wrong thing to do, especially without UN approval. Other countries view us as pompous assholes that have no respect for the environment. Not only are we dependent on foreign oil, but the Bush administration scoffed at the Kyoto Treaty, causing European's to pretty much hate us. We also have a horrible history in the Middle East. We've backed so many oppressive regimes because the leaders were pro-America. Basically, we gave money to leaders killing their own people. We're funding our own demise by purchasing oil from Saudi Arabia, where most of the 9/11 terrorists came from.

And if Bush's reason for invading Iraq was to make the world a better place and defend human rights, why not start here? There's people in America suffering from poverty. Or how about the Sudan? There's a large scale genocide going on but we can't mess with them because that's where China gets their oil, and we can't mess with China.

There is no way the reasoning behind invading Iraq was simply to protect human rights.

*calmly shoots a vulture*

there's nothing you can do, the UN is a bunch of pansys and the Iraqis and Arabs in general a bunch of weaklings but you can't change goverment welcome to the American Monarchy

Edit: I'm sorry my brother wrote that as a joke please ignore it.

*Waits patiently for the vultures.*

Guys, this is not a war on Iraq. It's an effort to free the people of Iraq from the tyranny of terrorism. The people over there had absolutly no rights before American forces went overseas. This war has given them freedom like most, if any, of them have never experienced. In the United States we sometimes forget that the world is not all a free country. These people have been living in fear their entire lives. They couldn't speak out for fear of either themselves being killed or their family members being killed. This effort has given them their lives. The only people we are making war on are the terrorist organizations in this world. We have to do something about that. We are one of the top nations in the world and if we don't respond to the threat of terrorist attacks, who will?

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If only there were more people like you and me rejill, who were willing to stand up and go that extra mile and do something.

Like reviving a thread that has been dead for over a year and a half.

Redjill, i'm totally with you on this. The American people have more power than many give them credit for, and can influence the way our nation works. IF and only if, enough of them can get together tomake it work. If only there were more people like you and me rejill, who were willing to stand up and go that extra mile and do something. Kudo's for sending letters to your politicians.I've done the same for mine, and have encouraged all my friends to do so as well.

i could do all kinds of things such as send our troops items or send the ppeps in iraq some items there is nothing to big to do or to small to do as long as u try.........

First off, all the anti-war protestors are not out there holding their signs for one reason and one reason only....it has become evident that Bush could care less about half the population of his own country and their opinions. Over half of us didn't vote for him, so why should he listen to us? Bush is not and will not consider the opinions of anti-war protestors, he is only out to do what his Daddy didn't finish. Not only that but hmmm what organizations estimated 100,000 civilian deaths or 20,000 soldiers?

Many people continue to say that even if you do not agree with the President, you should support him simply because he IS the President. I am writing to take a stand and say that is not what democracy is for. If you do not agree with his decisions do not support him, otherwise you are doing nothing other than being only one of the masses. If you do not agree than stand up and shout it out from the roof tops. In 1918, Theodore Roosevelt wrote, “. . . to stand by the president, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.” And I'm sure you can tell me what office Teddy held. Roosevelt was one a few presidents in history that asked for support but did not demand it nor feel obligated to make false accusations in order to gain it. I cannot say the same for President Bush.

i really dont understand this whole war...and im sorry, but i dont support it.what about those who have loved ones that could be deployed at any moment, or already have been? it is really sad...some people think that the Bush administration has done the only thing that it could do, but i dont think that is true. what about all those innocent people killed because the US bombed and shot down the places where they thought saddam was hiding?
what about all the casualties to the american troops because Bush sent them into war? reading the paper, i found out that 55 americans have died since Bush called off all major combat...if he was going to send them into that hell to kill saddam, then he should have kept it in major combat mode. but because he has called off all MC, and then kept all those troops over there, he has caused 55 deaths that could have been prevented. Let the iraqis form their own gvt. they dont need or want our help. we could easily send all our troops back home, and then keep a close eye on iraq to make sure saddam does not try to rise again. then we could be closer to peace.

Protesting, at least you have a side. But still, gimme a break. There are young men over there fighting for their country and another to try and protect our freedom and trying to help Iraq gain theirs. Why not take off teh shades of Iraqi propaganda and see the light of our mission?

Why are we over in Iraq when we have internal problems. The President should be more concerned about drugs, homeless people and things like that. Sadaam wasn't hurting us- and our President gets in their buisness, he's actind like he runs the planet. He needs to realize that he isn't as graet as he seems. Our country has seen a lot under his control, our economy has suffered. He should look at our past great Presidents. Mainly FDR, now he was a GREAT President. Bush you need to deflate your ego. You are an embarsment to the USA>

theres really nothing i can do about the war but hope all of our soldiers come home safe and not severley hurt,and pray for there familys because i have family in iraq ,we here from them ever so often so we know their o.k. buut stuff can change quickly.

Once again all the organizations that spoke out against the war had phony numbers. Saying the at least 100,000 civilians would die.WRONG. That it would take 6 months to take over the country.WRONG. That the US would take 20,000 soldier casualties. WRONG. Every anti war person and organization was wrong about this war. They should do something differenly cause they aint right on anything, especially Afghanistan!

You want to know whats total bull**** in the US right now, is the fact that since the war went well all the anti- war protestors are throwing down their signs, cause they figured out that they were wrong about the entire situation, and filling up their tanks. Saying how bad something is and then benefitting from its result is soo hypocritical. That it why all people who said NO BLOOD FOR OIL should be forced to give up their cars and walk everywhere. THen they will see what the true consequences are for being wrong.

PS: Vote Bush 2004! Hes the only real, truthful candidate. Oh yeah and he can remeber what side of an issue that he is on!

I'm new to this site, so i my comments seem outdated...ohh well... First off, i used to be against the war in Iraq, and still sort of am to this day. However, i realized that regardless of the intentions of Bush, one thing remains clear: The people in Iraq are suffering. Everyday, without fail, they have been neglected and tortured, and it's time to call that to a stop. Given, people will die, sad, but true. What do you think will happen in the end though? Iraq will be left with a peaceful, democratic nation. The people that die in the war will be put out of their misery, the people that live will be the pioneers for a nation's new future.
On a darker note, this war also benefits the economy. In reality, by going into Iraq we are helping not only their nation, but we're helping our nation as well. Look at the events of WW2, what happened when it was all said and done? We became one of two superpowers. Now, take a look at how our nation's economy is. We are closer than ever to being at yet another depression era. The wartime economy, however, is America's chance to come back strong. Aside from the economic shift from war, the spoils of war will also greatly assist our finances. All of that oil Iraq has can now be split with us, and with gas prices at an all time high, that is a very good thing.
All in all, the costs of are nothing compared to the benefits it reaps...and on that North Korea issue...I've heard two things that make absolutely no sense. Number one, if the two countries unite, they would be some kind of super power. Excuse me, but what makes you think that after 50 years of seperation <and i'm estimating here> the tw countries are going to suddenly mend their differences. Also, south korea is our ALLY. The second thing regarding this topic that makes no sense is the question of why we aren't worried about them. N. Korea has said that we only have something to fear if we attack them first. Hasn't the US made that same threat to other nations in the past? Furthermore, what threat is N. Korea anyway? I hate to break it to you, but they only have TWO NUCLEAR MISSILES that at best would reach the very tip of the california coast, which could also be defflected with the technology we have displayed thus far in the war against iraq. Really people, just use a little bit of common sense.

What Can I Do About Iraq? Primarily nothing, except complain. Some of you do that well. We're off to a wonderful start, eh?

GREAT POST!!!!

I wonder how many people know all about the FOOD FOR OIL program and how Saddam gave the food to his troops, food we donated to the Iraqi people...

I wish there were alot more informed posts like yours!