Support is More Than a Magnetic Yellow Ribbon on Your Car

[AlexHamilton]

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There’s no doubt that if given the chance to support the troops, most Americans would do so. A yellow or flag covered magnetic ribbon attached to their car-- now, that is sacrifice. What exactly does the ribbon prove to our troops, a world away, mired in sand and being shot at and bombed daily? The ribbon surely does not outweigh the fact that proper planning was not done for post-war Iraq. It certainly does not outweigh the fact that the American media and public have given this administration a pass for using faulty and sketchy evidence to mount a campaign laced with hubris. The best way to truly support the troops is to demand that their lives be held precious, that their basic needs be met, and that their lives be put on the line only when we would put our own lives on the line for the same cause. If you have a yellow ribbon on your car, this is what you should be insisting.

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Support is More Than a Magnetic Yellow Ribbon on Your Car

Alex

[coloradodem2005]

1. I agree, however, most people don't care.

They think we need to fight this stupid war.