2007-03-31 04:56:57 · 15 answers · asked by mutt 6 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Yes.
Since we have no other objectives, goals, plans or any other sort of measurable finish line, we need something to prevent this from becoming an indefinite un-ending occupation.
Our presence in Iraq is unilateral. There is no single enemy with a central authority that we are fighting, no single enemy commander or leader who can surrender on behalf of all the enemy forces. So, there is no ending point that way.
Nor is there any clearly measurable objective that tells us when we are done. We're not trying to build or destroy a one building or compound. We're not trying to capture a small specific section of land. We're trying to stabilize a country.
And we're trying to stabilize a country that has been in conflict with itself and its neighbors for hundreds of years. So, it's not going to be completely quiet and stable any time soon.
Absent any other way to measure progress or any other goal or finish line, a time-table is the only option other than "forever".
2007-03-31 05:00:33 · answer #1 · answered by coragryph 7 · 3⤊ 5⤋
I think that it depends on the timetable. If a timetable causes more deaths than staying until it is reasonable to leave I would think that the answer is no.
If we set up a timetable, our enemies can plan how to attack us. For example, they can wait until we leave and then attack the Iraqi army. Or they can attack us with every resource they have until we leave which makes us look like we are leaving as a defeated army. This would encourage attacks elsewhere.
I think we have a responsibility to the Iraqi people. We set up their government and their reconstruction was done according to our plans. I do not think it is right if we leave their country while they are in a civil war.
I dfo not think that it is a good idea to publish our deprture date in general unless it is after we have accomplished some of our goals.
2007-03-31 05:25:37 · answer #2 · answered by The Man 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. People who say there ought to be one and not published are fooling themselves. Name one secret the government can keep.
There ought to be goals and objectives. The troops cannot stay in Iraq forever. However, right now, they belong there.
2-3 Million people died when we pulled out of Vietnam. Is that what America is about...letting millions more die? I sure hope not.
There is progress being made. Parts of Iraq are doing well. The Kurds are peaceful, but it's the Sunni/Shiite sects causing problems.
Look how long it's taken for the US to start coming to grips with slavery in our past. We expect the Iraqi's to get over 40 years of Shiite slavery by Sunni's in a couple years.....ain't gonna happen. It will, over time get better. Look at Kuait and Afganistan's Sunni's and Shia's. It works there.
2007-03-31 05:17:36 · answer #3 · answered by Partisanshipsux 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course there should have been an exit plan prior to the invasion. One of the glaring problems associated with the invasion of Iraq was the inept planning that went into this war. That it has escalated far beyond any original estimation is primarily due to the administrations failed Iraq policy. The military would love to have a timetable to withdraw, however Bush and Cheney won't let them even consider this eventuality.
2007-03-31 05:04:02 · answer #4 · answered by Sailinlove 4 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Come on guys, do you think war is a family problem that could be solved on the table while everyone takes a sip on a cup?
It needs careful planning and strategy.
How come everyone is in a frenzy to see the soldiers marching home as if it was an entertainment parade?
War is war? And withdrawing troops out of a war that has no end need not be an all comers affair.
Be wise, it involves human lives and destinies please.
2007-03-31 05:10:55 · answer #5 · answered by Mystery 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i dont support the war in iraq. but since we are there and we have spent 100 billion dollars and lost over 3000 of our young men. not to mention the civilians native to iraq that we have killed. if we leave now all that would be wasted. and the country would spiral in civil war and we would be hated even more than we are now by international community. as unpopular as this war is we must stabilize that country as best as possible. then train an army of iraqis and help them get armed and leave. if iraq falls apart after we left it. it would be a safe haven for terrorists. we had no right to invade them in the first place but since we did elect our current officials we must reap what they have sowed.
2007-03-31 05:07:30 · answer #6 · answered by marinesrule 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, they should. We have spent far too long in a place we had no business in to begin with. Iraq did NOT invade the United States on 9/11. Plus, its about time for the Iraqi government to start pulling their own weight. We have been baby sitters for too long. Its time to bring the boys home.
2007-03-31 05:04:40 · answer #7 · answered by Mister 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Absolutely not! It's like telling the terrorists, 'just wait until we leave and then it's all yours'! Only a lib would embrace such ludicrous move!!
2007-03-31 05:06:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No. If that time comes and things still need to be done, we should stay. A set time is not a good idea.
2007-03-31 05:00:13 · answer #9 · answered by Curt 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I SUPPORT OUR MILITARY BUT THE GOVERNMENT OF IRAQ NEED TO STEP UP TO THE PLATE AND START DOING WHAT THEY HAVE TO DO TO MAINTAIN FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY
2007-03-31 05:03:10 · answer #10 · answered by john t 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋