Reply #34: I'm addressing the talking point.

[Radical Activist]

I'm raising a legitimate and important issue. This is a Fox News talking point. That's an unquestionable fact. Why does Fox News repeat this? What agenda are they pursuing when they make that statement? Do we as progressives agree with that agenda? Does it help to end the war by spreading this meme?

I appreciate that the poster wants to end the war but I'm not sure spreading this meme contributes to that goal. It's good for venting frustration at Obama for continuing the war. I understand that.

Things associated with Bush are unpopular. Naming it Bush's mistake will probably build public sentiment for getting out faster and fixing the mistake. Pushing the idea that it's Obama's war helps end it sooner because....??