Initially when the Dems came into majority, they said they would pull the troops out. But now, the troop surege is creating progress. Why would they choose to 'stay the course" on a pull out date, instead of providing the necesary funding for the troops?
Please don't bring up health care.....
2007-11-16 05:03:15 · 8 answers · asked by smellyfoot ™ 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
Generally I agree with TruthSeeker. *I* would be getting our troops out, because our presence there is, and always has been immoral.
But you're asking about the Democrats' motives, not mine. And from what I've seen, many Democrats are thinking about the next election, and trying to plot a middle course. They know that most citizens want the war to end. But they don't want to be accused of "not supporting the troops," however silly that accusation may sound. Also, most of them voted for the war initially, and some worry that, if they reverse their stance now, they will be seen as "flip-floppers," etc.
In a way, they're right to be concerned, because mud does get slung in campaigns. But the dems are now seen as devoid of principles, and that's bound to hurt them in the long run.
2007-11-16 05:58:33 · answer #1 · answered by yutsnark 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
and now for political purpose they want to deny funds to the troops to appease Moveon.org. Also as the AP notes.. Sec. Gates has put out.
"As a result, he said, he is faced with the undesirable task of preparing to cease operations at Army bases by mid-February, and lay off about 100,000 defense department employees and an equal number of civilian contractors. A month later, he said, similar moves would have to be made by the Marines. "
But then Palosi and Reid can add 8000 ear marks in thier defense bill with 20 Billion in pork.....
2007-11-16 13:19:11 · answer #2 · answered by garyb1616 6 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Success would imply that there is some positive long term transition going on in Iraq. However we have been told that, for all the good work and deaths of our soldiers, the country is still on the road to sectarian ethnic cleansing and their government is inept and laden with graft. Please tell me that our efforts, treasury and young lives have not been wasted. Please tell me that when we leave, another Saddam will not be the one to bring security and stability to Iraq.
2007-11-16 13:19:20 · answer #3 · answered by Rja 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it's just because they want to be contrary. It is an election year and every voter dissatisfied with the other side is a vote in the ballot box for them.
2007-11-16 15:09:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
the surge is working?just because because american deaths are down at the moment in iraq doesn't mean the surge is working.deaths in iraq are down at the moment but do i need to remind u this was the worst year in iraq with american death toll to be highest this year since the war started.and don't go calling victory yet because of the surge,anybody remember "Mission Accomplished"
2007-11-16 13:14:01 · answer #5 · answered by tyler m 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
They were elected by the American people to represent the American people. The American people want out of this war.
2007-11-16 13:14:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Since the troop withdrawal failed I suppose it is to remind the American people how ineffective they are.
2007-11-16 13:08:22 · answer #7 · answered by JFra472449 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
We have no business being in Iraq. We never did. Progress from what??? The mess we created when we invaded????
2007-11-16 13:08:11 · answer #8 · answered by truth seeker 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋