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I can't help but laugh to myself as I read these accounts of why we're here (in Iraq). I see all these sources from stateside reporters, who for the most part have never set foot in Iraq. It is certainly strange to see the results of a poll published in FEB 06, that states that I have no idea why I'm here, and that I don't believe I'm making a difference. My unit Commander clearly stated our reason for being here: To plant seeds. Seeds of trust, and respect, two key cogs in the fight against terrorism. The problems we face here are not, for the most part, from the Iraqis socially, but from the insurgents 'joining the fight' from elsewhere in the arab world. We are making progress here, though it is not often shown on CNN or MSNBC, and the people appreciate the troops. I can tell you this:
1. The Soldiers here believe in what they are doing, though there are disinters (as in every group).
2. We are accomplishing something good, despite your feelings in regards to the administration, and you can't put value on that.
3. The Iraqis want us here, we're helping them remember.
4. If we leave now it will only cause more instability in the region, and that is bad.
To sum it up; The media paints an inaccurate picture of the "war" in Iraq, The Iraqis appreciate what we're doing, and the soldiers feel that they are accomplishing something.
If you don't believe me try joining one the wonderful organzations that supports our troops. If you get onto one of the letter writing commitees I'm pretty sure you'll get an 'interesting perspective' on the world around you.
-Support your troops, because in the end everything we do is for the betterment of the greatest nation on earth.
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"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I-
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost
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