Hillary to Troops: Support for War Fading

NewsMax.com ^ | 11/29/03 | "With Carl Limbacher and NewsMax.com Staff"

[thesummerwind]

Moderator note: I know it's going to be tough, but, please watch the calls for violence against this creature.

In a demoralizing message to U.S. soldiers serving in Iraq, visiting New York Sen. Hillary Clinton told them that Americans back home are growing increasingly skeptical of President Bush's decision to send them into battle.

Describing two meetings with G.I.s over turkey dinners in Baghdad, Sen. Clinton told reporters later that soldiers wanted to know "how the people at home feel about what we are doing."

Clinton said she told the troops, "Americans are wholeheartedly proud of what you are doing but there are many questions at home about the (Bush) administration's policies."

She also suggested that the U.S. could eventually loose the war in Iraq, contending, "We have to exert all of our efforts militarily, but the outcome is not assured."

Despite her sour pronouncements, the former first lady insisted that the soldiers were just as glad to see her as they were President Bush, whose surprise visit less than 24-hours earlier was greeted with standing ovations.

"It's a positive for the commander-in-chief to visit troops in the field," Clinton told reporters, adding, "the troops [also] seemed to appreciate seeing myself."

Speaking from a secure location just over the Kuwaiti border, Mrs. Clinton launched one verbal salvo after another at the White House, arguing that Bush officials had been "obsessed" with getting Saddam Hussein and saying the perception blinded them to the difficulties of deposing his regime.

"The Pentagon tried to make do with as few troops as possible, as light a footprint as they could get away with," Clinton said. "Now, we're playing catchup . . . Unfortunately, I don't think they fully appreciated the conditions we would encounter."

The top Democrat also reprised her charge that the White House is being less than candid when it comes to apprising the American people of the costs of the war.

"The obstacles and problems here are much greater than the administration usually admits to," she said, adding, "Everybody has to be honest."

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[Chad Fairbanks]

Sickening, isn't it? If the Senate won't do anything on their own, perhaps we need to apply so uch pressure they won't have any choice. If the left, in tiny little groups can effect so much influence (re: the judiciary committee memos) then why can't we?

[Chad Fairbanks]

Exactly - That Giant Sucking Sound Ross Perot always went on about? that is the sound of our Republican Senators kissing Democrat Leftist Ass...

[nicmarlo]

If the left, in tiny little groups can effect so much influence (re: the judiciary committee memos) then why can't we?

Good question....

Now, I'm offline for awhile....going to bake bread....what shape should I make, lol! : )

[TexasTransplant]

"Janet Reno" and "Playing Second Banana"

This is just too cruel, even Heroin Addicts have a needle exchange program.

[thesummerwind]

Me to, and I'm pretty mellow.

She may just incite some reaction by this verbal filth to the young kids. This is at least irresponsible and more likely it is downright evil.

[MeekOneGOP]

Worth reposting ! Thanks, TexasBluebell ! ...

Treason !!

U.S. Code as of: 01/22/02

Section 2381. Treason

Whoever, owing allegiance to the United States, levies war against them or adheres to their enemies, giving them aid and comfort within the United States or elsewhere, is guilty of treason and shall suffer death, or shall be imprisoned not less than five years and fined under this title but not less than $10,000; and shall be incapable of holding any office under the United States.

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[Paul Atreides]

I almost started to say Eleanor Clift, aka The Linda Lovelace of the DNC.

[Hillarys Gate Cult]

Here's something the troops could have done to really stick it to her without getting in trouble ( for future reference ).

Ignore her and fake like Senator Reid ( or whoever else is traveling with her ) is the real VIP. Make him the center of attention. It would be great if cameras were around, but not necessary.

[Chad Fairbanks]

I'm getting ready to take my daughter out for her birthday - she's 13 today (and, she actually still doesn't mind hanging out with her unhip parents LOL)... Going out soon, anyway...

[Scenic Sounds]

Her term is almost half over now. In 2006, we get another shot at her!! ;-)

[Chad Fairbanks]

I'm going to pretend I didn't see that second part of your post, since I am almost ashamed at teh mental imagery I had ;0)

But yes, in 2006 the people of New York have a chance to be rid of her, and that means the rest of us will as well...

[lavrenti]

I'm probably the only Freeper on this forum not angry about her statements. Why? Because, they're so chuckleheadly stupid and irrational, given the context, time and place that her political career is finis.

The troops hearing those words know what she is about, and who she represents. I have confidence her cruel ramblings will only steel their resolve in this war. Far from demoralizing, it will anger them more, focus on the real enemy. Prove her wrong.

This is a time to pop a beer, really.

[Paul Atreides]

I'm surprised she didn't tell them that their spouses were going to leave them, burn down their houses, kill their kids, etc., if they didn't throw down their arms and come home.

[DaughterOfAnIwoJimaVet]

I hate that, too.

If anyone is good at Photoshop, we need a composite side-by-side of Jane Fonda and The Witch with an appropriate caption to display everywhere.

[mystery-ak]

Once again, Im sorry I read this.....I HATE THIS BITCH....Dubya builds them up, so the Hag knocks them down.

[fhayek]

I think that she would be the original "Crusty the Clown"

[Chad Fairbanks]

I understand where you are coming from. I'm torn, too - to celebrate what she said, or be pissed. I think I've found a happy medium ;0)

[FairOpinion]

She also suggested that the U.S. could eventually lose the war in Iraq, contending, "We have to exert all of our efforts militarily, but the outcome is not assured."

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She is giving aid and comfort to the enemy. She is giving them hope, that if they keep attacking us, we will run.

This is what Bush said:

"You're engaged in a difficult mission. Those who attack our coalition forces and kill innocent Iraqis are testing our will. They hope we will run. We did not charge hundreds of miles into the heart of Iraq, pay a bitter cost in casualties, defeat a brutal dictator and liberate 25 million people only to retreat before a band of thugs and assassins.

We will prevail. We will win because our cause is just. We will win because we will stay on the offensive. And we will win because you're part of the finest military ever assembled. And we will prevail because the Iraqis want their freedom. "

[alrea]

how in the name of god can there be enough people in the state of new york to elect this negative desperate monster. folks come on, get this wench out of office.