Posted on 03/24/2010 8:36:48 PM PDT by Republican Wildcat
Chief of the U.S. Military: Shut down Guantanamo Bay
Published on 25 May 2009 by admin in General News, In The Media
Admiral Mike Mullen stated it simply, Id like to see it shut down. Mullen believes Guantanamo has significantly damaged the reputation of the United States, even going so far as to say (in other articles) that it has been a powerful recruiting tool for Islamic terrorists. Rand couldnt agree more. Rand believes America can fight terrorism and maintain its moral integrity without resorting to offshore prison camps, prolonged detention, and other, highly questionable legal measures. For Rand, national security and the rule of law go hand in hand. More and more high-ranking military officials are confirming his position.
We've had "prolonged detention" in every war. They are called "Prisoners of War". The problem with this war is that we are fighting organizations and ideology instead of nation-states which the laws of war (such as the Geneva Conventions) presume. Thus captives are not considered legal combatants according to the laws of war, but they can't really be considered common criminals either. Thus they fall into a legal gray area. Even if we counted them as Prisoners of War, they wouldn't be going back home for a long time because the war is going to last a long time.
Apple-Tree - Rand is his father.
When it comes to understanding the threat we face, it looks like the boy has the same stupid streak as his father.
Gitmo is sort of like democracy. It’s a really crappy option, except compared to all the other options available. I think Barry has proven this.
So this scumbag Rand Paul wants to treat terror as a criminal law matter like the rats?
Hoo boy...
I’m fine with that...if we let them swim home.
Heard Sarah’s original comment sometime back but since she has not mentioned support and does not have any events schedule for him.
Rand has bounced around with his views and now obvious where he really stands. From the planet Ronulan.
Steve Forbes originally supported him but also soon after haven’t heard a thing.
Another enemy of the state.
Shut down Paul.
Paul is a Manchurian Candidate.
Rand “Dr. Strangelove” Paul just can’t keep his arm from making that salute, can he?
This is why you don’t give a 6-year Senate seat to somebody who has no legislative or executive record.
This helps to clarify things. The answer is, no. He's as unserious as his dad.
Guantanamo has significantly damaged the reputation of the United States
No, it hasn't. The press monkeys who lie about it have damaged our reputation, as well as the politicians who likewise lied about it. You'll notice that the Might O keeps delaying its closure because.... drum roll... its the best solution to a serious problem. If Rand were the responsible person in charge, he'd find just what others have found. If you didn't have Guantanamo you'd have to establish it. And your political enemies are going to may hay regardless. If it wasn't one thing, it will be another. It doesn't have to be true and with Leftists it usually isn't.
even going so far as to say (in other articles) that it has been a powerful recruiting tool for Islamic terrorists.
No, sorry. The jihadis were recruiting long before Guantanamo. Remember 911? Remember World Trade Center Chapter 1?
Rand couldnt agree more.
Enough said.
Trey Grayson, take heart!
Save this one before is disappears again.
Yep.
You keep posting that, except when you have tried stronger language until called on it, although you did not answer to the post.
Sarah Palin and Steve Forbes formally endorsed Rand Paul, he has made up a 30 point deficit with the moderate Romney man, Trey Grayson, Paul now has a very solid lead over the guy that endorsed Romney and in turn has been endorsed by Cheney, who's daughter works for Romney and who's wife supports Romney.
With the comfort that Rand Paul has in the statewide race over his moderate opponent and the Democrat challengers, there has been no need for Palin or Steve Forbes to revisit the campaign, although she has reaffirmed her endorsement on Fox news.
“Wheres all the Paulites? Oh yeah, theyre spending all their time trying to rally everyone against Palin.”
That or they are down in their parents basements eating Papa Johns pizza, drink Red Bull, smoking herb and playing World of Warcraft.
LOL. and for real kicks, they emerge to trash Sarah. Thanks, I get it now.
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