Hatred for George W. Bush has become the defining theme of modern American liberalism, pushing aside all other issues. If Bush were to suddenly announce that he supported abortion, gay rights, flag-burning, and handgun confiscation, we would see a massive political shift. The entire American Left would suddenly become a cadre of pro-life, homophobic, flag-waving, NRA members.
Terrorism, though, is not just another domestic issue. No one dies if Congress opposes voucher programs or same-sex marriage. But thousands of Americans have died because of acts of terrorism. Whether they rely on rhetoric and reframing or simply recoil from responsibility, the Democrats have proven time and again that they are not serious about dealing with terrorism. They have made it abundantly clear that they cannot be trusted with the security of our nation. We cannot afford to give the reigns of power over to a party that is more concerned with hurting Bush than protecting our people, more concerned with partisanry than patriotism.
That was Joe's summary. His preceding words are worthy of your time. Go read them. Now.
But thousands of Americans have died because of acts of terrorism.
Correct, most of them on 9/11 and the remainder in Iraq because the Republican dominated House, Senate and White House put them in harm's way. If for a moment you could lift your head from the teat of Bush you would realize that empty phrases like "mission accomplished", "last throes" and a few "dead enders" have done more to spread the success of Islamic terrorists than anything the Democrats have done.
But, granted, Democrats haven't done much better lately, if only because for too long they allowed the failed, empty rhetoric of fools on the Right dictate our national policy.
Patriotism requires defense of the Nation, not defense or blind allegience to a political party or President. As long as you zealots on the Right ignore that, our Nation will continue to be at risk.
saketini99
Posted by: saketini99 | Thursday, August 24, 2006 at 10:50 PM