If we have been asked for help in the form of people rather than supplies, equipment and medications, then by all means, let us send anyone who has relevant, necessary skills and who is willing to volunteer to assist.
It isn’t arrogance. It’s true. There is no one else qualified to do what has to be done in West Africa. Other governments, health organizations, and charities have been begging us for help: personnel, equipment, supplies, and money.
It would be great if we could send volunteers. The problem is getting those volunteers, equipment, and supplies to West Africa and then distributing and configuring all of it. The U.S. Army is uniquely qualified for such a task.
That said, I don’t want to send our troops. I don’t like it one bit. I will be in constant prayer for God’s protection upon them.