[qaz123]

While working in Iraq, it was common knowledge that the DoS personnel thought that if it weren’t for the security contractors protecting them and the military doing their best to keep the peace, Iraq would be a peaceful place.

This was said with a straight face, all the while being protected by armored SUVs, 12-14 guys with rifles, and as was the norm - normally taking something of value or promising something of value to the Iraqi’s. So, yes, it was quite easy for them to think they could do their jobs without the grunts. But when asked if they would be willing to drive themselves around Baghdad, they would say it was too dangerous.

They just think that everyone loves them. When in fact, its the taxpayer money and material that is provided to them by our geniuses in DoS.

[Art in Idaho]

Thanks for the DoS feedback. Have heard the same from others. One friend said there were a lot of Marxists, socialist types there. . dare I say communists? He also said very Ivy League intensive. . a 'we know better' attitude.

[MurrietaMadman]

...if it weren’t for the security contractors protecting them and the military doing their best to keep the peace, Iraq would be a peaceful place... But when asked if they would be willing to drive themselves around Baghdad, they would say it was too dangerous...

Nitwits lost in the static of their Ourovorus Ophis elitist belief system.

And that's worse than it sounds.

[rbg81]

Until Americans realize this and acknowledge this, there is little we can do.

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At this point, most Americans either:
a. Want free stuff
b. Want to show their not “racist”

The actual good of the country is way (way) down the list for most.