"They helped us" It seems the Bush has decieded that more Irqais should be let into the country. At the same time there's a push to have those who were used by the US military to help, interpreters etc, in their efforts be allowed to emigrate here, many of course are wounded & mained being thy targets of attacks. That's it. In the past the US has used locals in their efforts in various wars, police actions & etc. I do think that once you've used someone in this manner you have the responsibility to make sure that they are not left to be hung out to dry once the country or area is abandoned if they're in fear of their lives because of their actions. This is something that should be offered up front & thought of before it becomes a part of the stock & trade of war & this should also be part of our costs in a planning stage. When asked for budget money add in the costs of buying Irqais, & their families & the costs to keep them here, healthy. That's all, you have your answer Dickey.

Barry