No argument from me there. Re-read my initial post. Sometimes we swat a fly intentionally or even determine to take out other big things as a matter of perceived necessity. Responsibilty for actions is never negated and potential consequences should always be considered. Failure to do so may lead other larger things to decide to take YOU out! Ouch! As you move beyond the analogy and into the real world, politics, motives etc. come into play. The analogy was intended to take a big step out of the frame of personal and vested involvement in the picture and to make note of the fact that no matter who may be calling the shots, it is ALWAYS a lose, lose situation for some. No matter the course, some will be hurt, maimed or killed. It is all a question of perspective.