FReeper Canteen ~ Ernie Pyle ~ May 17 2004

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[IPWGOP]

"French Connection"

John Kerry political cartoon.

 

May 16, 2004...

Kerry’s obsession with internationalization
by Roger Wm. Hughes

There continues to be a disturbing trend by Democrats to want to involve the French in the Iraq War. France -- the country, that provided a safe haven to the Ayatollah Khomeini... a country that has so socialized its economy that its continued economic decline is inevitable... a country that resents our hard work and what it calls the America's MacDonaldization of European culture.

Robert Kagan in his book, Paradise and Power, points out the deep resentment by France and Germany towards America and their stated goal of diminishing America’s power. According to Kagan’s book, the French Foreign Minister called on Europe -- that being France and Germany -- to create a joint military force that might offset America’s military strength. However, their weak economies would not support such a move.

These are not the words of allies.

Despite this, Sen. John Kerry called on Friday for greater participation from France:

"There are senators and … diplomats who have had conversations with other folks that I think indicate that — given the right equation, given the right statesmanship and leadership — it is possible to have a very different level of participation," Kerry said.

"I know what the public statements are today," the Democratic presidential nominee said. "It doesn't deter me one iota from saying what I say, based on what my private conversations have been."

Earlier this week, France's new foreign minister said his country would never send French troops to Iraq, even as part of a peacekeeping mission.

It is clear that America needs to do something about these wayward allies that resent us so much. It is clear that the U.S. and the EU must develop a common policy that recognizes their historical and strategic differences.

France and Germany, Kagan argues, have learned that nation-states must live together or die. America has come to rely on the blunt diplomacy of force; Europeans resent America for its raw power tactics. Americans, however, get fed up with whining Europeans who would not enjoy their freedom to moan but for the post-1945 umbrella of NATO security. Americans are not willing to make money off of terrorists or let a ‘Komeini’ live in their country -- even if it would later result in the harming of France at some future date.

Given all of this, it remains strange the Kerry continues to insist on France’s participation -- participation from a nation that is undoubtedly linked to the Food for Oil kickbacks to Saddam Hussein. A nation, along with Germany and Russia, that continued to build up Hussein’s military capabilities and defenses. These countries that supported the ending of embargoes against Hussein, despite his failure to comply with the terms of surrender.

We must continue to view Kerry’s obsession with selling out America with grave concerns. We have to wonder whether it is his hatred of the concept of American exceptionalism or a naive belief that if we all just talk things out people will no longer kill us because of who and what we are.

 

[68-69TonkinGulfYachtClub]

"The hypocrisy just amazes me"

Me too Brother!

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[LisaMalia]

[Spotsy]

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[IPWGOP]

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[Spotsy]

Happy Monday Morning to you Armyboy!

After the ribs Lady Jag served up to
you yesterday, you probably slept
all afternoon.:)

[LisaMalia]

[Hondo1952]

If General George Patton were alive and President of the USA. This would be his Fireside Speech:


My fellow Americans:

As you all know, the defeat of Iraq's regime has been completed. Since congress does not want to spend any more money on this war, our mission in Iraq is complete.

This morning I gave the order for a complete removal of all American forces from Iraq. This action will be complete within 30 days. It is now time to begin the reckoning.

Before me, I have two lists. One list contains the names of countries which have stood by our side during the Iraq conflict. This list is short. The United Kingdom, Spain, Bulgaria, Australia, Norway and Poland are some of the countries listed there.

The other list contains everyone not on the first list. Most of the world's nations are on that list. My press secretary will be distributing copies of both lists later
this evening.

Let me start by saying that effective immediately, foreign aid to those nations on List 2 ceases immediately and indefinitely. The money saved during the first year alone will pretty much pay for the costs of the Iraqi war. The American people are no longer going to pour money into third world hell-holes and watch those government leaders grow fat on corruption.

Need help with a famine? Wrestling with an epidemic? Call France.

In the future, together with Congress, I will work to cut taxes and solve some local problems.

On that note, a word to terrorist organizations. Screw with us and we will hunt you down and eliminate you and all your friends from the face of the earth.

Thirsting for a gutsy country to terrorize?

Try France, or maybe China.

To Israel and the Palestinian Authority. You, boys. Work out a peace deal now. Just note that Camp David is closed. Maybe all of you can go to Russia for negotiations. They have some great palaces there. Big tables, too.

I'm ordering the immediate severing of diplomatic relations with France, Germany, and Russia. Thanks for all your help, comrades. We are retiring from NATO as well. Bon chance, mes amis.

I have instructed the Mayor of New York City to begin towing the many UN diplomatic vehicles located in Manhattan with more than two unpaid tickets to sites where those vehicles will be stripped, shredded and crushed. I don't care about whatever treaty pertains to this. Pay your tickets tomorrow or watch your precious Benzes, Beamers, and limos be turned over to some of the finest chop shops in the world. I love New York.

A special note to our neighbors. Canada is on List 2. Since we are going to be seeing a lot more of each other, you folks might want to try not pissing us off for a change. Mexico is also on List 2. President Fox and his entire corrupt government really need an attitude adjustment. I have a couple of extra tank and infantry divisions sitting around. Guess where I'm gonna put 'em? Yep, border security. So start doing something with your oil.

Oh, by the way, the United States is abrogating the NAFTA
treaty--starting now.

It is time for America to focus on its own welfare and its own citizens.

Some will accuse us of isolationism.

I answer them by saying darn tootin'.

Nearly a century of trying to help folks live a decent life around the world has only earned us the undying enmity of just about everyone on the planet.

It is time to cut taxes here because we will not be spending on other peoples problems.

To the nations on List 1, a final thought. Thanks guys. We owe you.

To the nations on List 2, a final thought. Drop dead.

God bless America.

Thank you and good night.

[armyboy]

Good Afternoon FReeper Canteen!

[MeekOneGOP]

Mornin', everybody ! Happy Monday !

Have a cup while you Freep !

For those who prefer hot chocolate.....

[Aeronaut]

Good morning Tonk and all.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Caitlin, 12 years old!

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[Kathy in Alaska]

Duty ~ Honor ~ Country

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[Kathy in Alaska]

A PRAYER OF PROTECTION

The light of God surround you
The love of God enfold you
The power of God protect you
The presence of God watch over you
Wherever you are,God is,
And all is well.
Amen.

Bless This House

Bless this house O Lord we pray;
Make it safe by night and day;
Bless these walls so firm and stout,
Keeping want and trouble out:
Bless the roof and chimneys tall,
Let thy peace lie over all;
Bless this door, that it may prove
ever open to joy and love.


Bless these windows shining bright,
Letting in God's heav'nly light;
Bless the hearth a'blazing there,
with smoke ascending like a prayer;
Bless the folk who dwell within,
keep them pure and free from sin;
Bless us all that we may be
Fit O Lord to dwell with thee;
Bless us all that one day we
May dwell O Lord with thee.

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