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Thread #39449   Message #559964
Posted By: Jack the Sailor
27-Sep-01 - 12:46 PM
Thread Name: American Attacks**Part Twelve: Steady On
Subject: RE: American Attacks**Part Twelve: Steady On
Midchick

Funny idea. I couldn't read it all though.

I was very worried about this to start, but Mr. Bush and Mr. Powell, seem to be talking a lot more peace and reason. I'm starting to think most of their war talk was simply to mobilize congress and the American people. The don't seem to be listening to all of the people around me clamouring for bombings and even the use of nuclear weapons. They are talking about respect for Moslems and care for the Afghani people. They are talking about not offending allies. They are talking about using all means at our disposal with the military option as a hole card.

I recently read a Tom Clancy book about Special Forces. Special Forces are trained to communicate with and train local insurgents. They are specially selected for language skills and awareness of local cultures. I am glad they are going in first. Especially before the Air Force. It bodes well.