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Hello John, I must have said something I didn't mean.

I was trying to make the same point, that "conservative opinion" isn't monolithic, only I think "isn't monolithic" describes it mildly. I have the idea that so many wildly different points of view are called "conservative," that the term "conservative" almost has no meaning anymore, except maybe it means anything opposed to the Left.

As for the war with Iraq, it's clear to me that ridding the world of Hussein would be a service to the entire world. But if we go in there, I hope we know what we are doing, because a military reverse of some kind will only make things even worse than they already are. But I agree with W, if he still believes it, that, to ensure our own survival, it seems like it will be necessary to eradicate terrorism, and that may also mean putting out of business those states that support it. A scary situation we are in, IMO.

I also wish that we would embark on a "war footing" type of campaign to rid ourselves of our dependence on Middle Eastern oil, whether that means drilling in Alaska or the Everglades, or developing alternative energy. Maybe then some of those people might fade back into the sand. They could use their oil to wash their faces or whatever. It seems like unbelievable folly to continue pursuing a policy that gives them such unbelievable wealth.

My personal political beliefs imply maximum individual liberty, so forcing folks into a mold would be in direct opposition to my beliefs. Now I have to go back and reread my post and see if I can figure out how I could have made an impression 180 degrees from what I meant.

I like your picture of you with the coyote. What rifle were you using?

Please forgive me for replying at such length to your brief post. But these kind of discussions are fun.

I didn't mean to come off harsh. Your post is not at fault. I'm tired of conservatives being equated with liberals for their dissenting position.

Your post just prompted me to respond.

The rifle in the pic? That is my father's .22 Remington. ...I think he bought it at Service Merchandise.