[SteveMcKing]

I do not reflexively accept that we "lost" Vietnam or that it was wrong. Nor Iraq.

In fact I have not commented on the matter since being diverted by absurd and derogatory attacks on William Buckley that made no good argument contrary to his editorial views on the war.

[new yorker 77]

William Buckley should be smart enough to expect far worse than the timid comments being thrown his way here at freerepublic when he declares "Iraq is a failure".

His assertions are not only wrong but they reflect a disconnect to the reality of the efforts of those involved in the War in Iraq.

He deserves worse than what he is getting because he should know better.

I question his wherewithal and I deplore his indifference to the warriors who call their efforts a success.