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I agree with much of what you say:
Yes, implementing the Powell doctrine of overwhelming force is the safest known way. And yes, never underestimate your enemy even though you may have clear evidence to the contrary, assuming gets you killed. A good General and on down the ranks will always fight to have the most and the best he can field. It would be absolute stupidity otherwise.

But I think you are against Bush's policy against pre-emptive strikes against an nations that would cause our nation harm. As President, his highest duty is to protect our national security and defent the Constitution. In an era of Chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons, I do not think we have the luxury to wait for an attack on our shore. We do not need absolute proof to attack evil governments who scheme to do us harm. A propensity of evidence will suffice. Waiting for Americans to die at home and knowingly you could have prevented it, is not acceptable. I am sure the Bush Administration and the Pentagon Brass will come to an agreement.

Is there any doubt that Hussein was behind 911? thats enough reason ...."Lets Roll" (in the words of a great common Man)

In an era of Chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons, I do not think we have the luxury to wait for an attack on our shore. We do not need absolute proof to attack evil governments who scheme to do us harm. A propensity of evidence will suffice. Waiting for Americans to die at home and knowingly you could have prevented it, is not acceptable.

Well said.

But I think you are against Bush's policy against pre-emptive strikes against an nations that would cause our nation harm. As President, his highest duty is to protect our national security and defent the Constitution. In an era of Chemical, biological, and nuclear weapons, I do not think we have the luxury to wait for an attack on our shore. We do not need absolute proof to attack evil governments who scheme to do us harm. A propensity of evidence will suffice. Waiting for Americans to die at home and knowingly you could have prevented it, is not acceptable. I am sure the Bush Administration and the Pentagon Brass will come to an agreement.

Agree. Sometimes one can walk away from a rattlesnake, and sometimes one can't. If you have a gun it's best to shoot the snake BEFORE it bites.