08-12-2008, 07:58 AM
starandcrescent Wrote:I support the military in their endeavors, but do you really think the government really cares if we win or lose? High up political officials are making a killing off wars, and there is nothing more important than the high and mighty dollar.
The two are not mutually exclusive. We won't consider it a win until the situation is as financially advantageous to us as possible. Whether that be plundering their oil (won't happen) or forcing democracy upon them and making them an ally.