[thechat] A balance of opinion.

[Bill Haenel]

> > On the other hand, it DID happen, and I know
> > that if I want to see my family member and my very close friend come
> > back alive I shouldn't protest.
 
> "This is not to stop the war. It's to stop the war machine."

OK. I get it.

"War is a disease and we have no idea of a cure."

"To sin by silence when they should protest makes cowards of men."

"Voice or no voice, the people can always be brought to the bidding of
the leaders. That is easy. All you have to do is tell them they are
being attacked, and denounce the peacemakers for lack of patriotism and
exposing the country to danger. It works the same in any country."

And my personal favorite (insert sarcasm here)...

"Every nation in every region now has a decision to make. Either you are
with us, or you are with the terrorists."

I understand why you do what you do. I also understand that what we are
experiencing today should not go without question and debate.

Really, I just want my loved ones to come home now.

BH