Posted on 05/14/2002 1:33:44 PM PDT by Starmaker
"A wise man does not try to hurry history. Many wars have been avoided by patience and many have been precipitated by reckless haste." — Adlai Stevenson
For any of you who think for a minute that George Bush has abandoned his "doctrine" of going after terrorists … JUST HOLD YOUR HORSES!
I have listened to all the pundits chastise Mr. Bush for not standing by his own words, regarding the mideast crisis. Some of you are furious and can't imagine what he must be thinking. From talk-show hosts to outspoken congressmen, the word is, "the president has messed up big time."
Even the likes of Rush Limbaugh have sought their "own doctrines" of what they would do, and what is best for our country. Mr. Limbaugh touts his philosophy in an essay entitled "Unleash Israel & Win Peace." He likens this to our winning the war in 1945 over Japan … "that in all of human history, victory is the only thing that can bring peace."
Yes, it was a decided victory in World War II when we finally dropped the second atomic bomb over Nagasaki. But the first bomb was NOT dropped over Hiroshima until 4 YEARS AFTER the attack on Pearl Harbor. Some people believe we were attacked one day, and the next day we dropped a bomb.
"Timing is Everything," and I believe George Bush has a well-crafted, thought-out plan that has been on a timed countdown since 9/11. He has not wavered from that mind-set since the day he proclaimed, "Terrorism will be rooted out … we'll hunt them down … we'll smoke them out … either you're with us or you're against us."
This principle has NOT changed one iota. The president sees a much bigger picture, but some Americans want Israel to go in and extinguish Palestine NOW, and "victory will bring peace."
I believe the "PEACE" negotiations George W. Bush encouraged Ariel Sharon to establish with Arafat was only a "PLOY" to buy time. When he asked Sharon to pull out of the occupied territories, we all sat with our mouths gaped open. I have endless faith in George Bush, and I believe it is all about TIMING!
Think of what we've expected from our president? While in the midst of his plan to root out terrorism, the Arab nations have done everything possible to distract his determination. If they could divert Mr. Bush, then it also gave them more time to position themselves. They are salivating to draw us into this conflict.
We've screamed at our television sets, "Israel should be able to defend itself … just like we did." Yes, Israel could wipe out Palestine in one swoop, but this isn't just about Palestine.
Bush needed more time, and that's why he asked Mr. Sharon to hold off. It's not only about peace negotiations and you know it. But can our president tell that to the rest of the world?
C'mon everyone, let's get in step behind our president. You're falling prey to the enemy, and if we're not careful, they'll eat us alive. Get off your "soapboxes" and stop whining, "but" the President said, … "We're in a war" — think like a warrior!
George Bush is not an ignoramus. If you think for a moment that Israel should start bombing as we did in Afghanistan, you know it would be a mistake. That's exactly what the Arab countries want them to do — so they can pounce on Israel ostensibly to defend Palestine.
Don't you see why Saudi Arabia gave remunerations to the families of suicide bombers? They have taunted and teased, doing everything possible to rile Israel. And thus hoping to draw the United States in to help their Israeli ally … proving U.S. loyalty to the Jewish nation.
I believe with this latest bombing — outside of Jerusalem — George W. Bush knows all "time" has been spent. We will soon see what he had in mind all along. But it's not going to be pretty.
So tighten your seatbelts and get ready. Because — like it or not — we're going to war. And for all of you who wanted this to happen six months ago, just remember, "To know how to wait is the great secret of success," (De Maistre).
Bush has NOT abandoned his "doctrine" … he's just executing it differently than most ordinary people. And that's why he is the PRESIDENT … he's no ordinary man.
To comment on this article or express your opinion directly to the author, you are invited to e-mail Debbie at dddtx@yahoo.com .
Somehow I think he knows more about what President Bush is doing than you do, unless you have been part of intelligence briefings, or involved in personal conversations with him......you haven't, have you?
The President is a man of principle and conviction. He knows that the war on terror is the calling of our time, and that he must lead. You should be thankful that a man of courage and character is leading this country, and the world, instead of nitpicking from your armchair.
The terrorists came from SA. Nothing happened to the Saudis.
The PLA are terrorists, but Israel was told to live with it, then not.
You are in deep denial.
The President has stated repeatedly that this war on terrorism will take a long time. It's not all going to be fought at once, as you apparently want it to be.
You mistake deliberate, thoughtful action as inaction because of your own personal impatience. When all is said and done you will be proven wrong.
You imply I have predicted something. I have not. The wavering
in the face of calling a spade a spade, especially in the face of the
'with us or against us' dichotomy has already occurred. That is not a
prediction, but an observation.
An observation based on your own personal interpretation of what is being done, and made without the benefit of knowing what is going on behind the scenes. Not enough time has passed in this war for you to draw conclusions on whether or not any 'wavering' is being done.
Well, right there is your problem!
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