I have to agree w/this one also. I believe it actually saves lives in the end. It also prevents dehumanization of troops.
Personal anectdote - my father was a WWII vet. He was one of the vets that never spoke of the war, even w/other vets. He did share w/family, before he died, that Truman did what he had to do and it was the right thing. He is the one that made me realize what I stated above.
Great discussion!
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