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In reply to the discussion: For supporters of military action against Syria. [View all]The Magistrate
(95,247 posts)20. There Were Supporters Of Invading Iraq Here, Sir
A good number thought ousting Hussein was worth doing, and some did consider a good case had been made he was pursuing or maintaining stocks of nuclear or gas weapons. It was not the dominant view, but it was certainly present, and expressed by members in good standing.
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This is true, but almost no one here supported Iraq war unless the UN approved.
David__77
Aug 2013
#39
Since I am ambivalent, I'd probably be in same position. However, Republicans are prone to unwise
KittyWampus
Aug 2013
#7
I generally can support a limited military intervention here and there
Proud Liberal Dem
Aug 2013
#26
I think it's reasonable to say you would be more supportive under Obama
Puzzledtraveller
Aug 2013
#34
If Bush/Cheney/McCain were in the White House, the US would have attacked long ago.
pampango
Aug 2013
#27
The message is coming from Obama/Biden rather than Bush/Cheney. I see a difference.
pampango
Aug 2013
#41
Good with that 20-20 vision maybe you could do a commercial for Lens Crafters n/t
HangOnKids
Aug 2013
#42