Dragonlich

Grey2000, I'd say that's a pretty good assessment.

Just as an example: in the Netherlands, a lot of "leftist" reporters and politicians have been bashing the US war on terror for years now. If an attack were to take place, I have no doubt whatsoever that they'll blame the US actions, and the fact our government "kissed Bush's arse". (Note: They'll also feel very sorry for the loss of life, and will hate the terrorists for it, but that's beside the point.)

That attitude creates an environment where extreme Muslims living here will feel that their actions are indeed justified. In effect, we are spreading Al-Qaida's propaganda more efficiently than they are themselves.

filtherton, you say that America's hands have been bloody since it was founded. But I'd say that everyone's hands are bloody. That includes the Muslim countries, third-world countries, *everyone*. We are no better than they are, but not worse either.