Freedom Isn't Free. It charges interest.
by Kagro X
Mon Nov 26, 2007 at 02:17:41 PM PST
Breaking News: The Iraq war turns out to be about exactly what you thought it was about, even though people told you you were crazy and/or a terrorist for thinking it...President Bush on Monday signed a deal setting the foundation for a potential long-term U.S. troop presence in Iraq, with details to be negotiated over matters that have defined the war debate at home - how many U.S. forces will stay in the country, and for how long.
The agreement between Mr. Bush and Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki confirms that the United States and Iraq will hash out an "enduring" relationship in military, economic and political terms.
CBS News' Pete Gow in Baghdad reports the proposals are to offer the U.S. a continued military presence in Iraq, as well as favorable business interests (such as investment opportunities for American companies), in return for guarantees to Iraq's future security.
Personally, I have no objection to the idea of the USA getting "favorable business interests," so long as those interests are taxed at an appropriate rate. Say, oh, somewhere around 100%. Seventy percent should go toward veteran's benefits and compensation to Iraqis. That should include realistic compensation for the families of those killed or disabled in war.
I find it very difficult to find justification for anyone making a profit from someone else's ultimate sacrifice.
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Comments
So what did you think dirty little colonial wars WERE about then? God, king and country?
Posted by: DV82XL | November 26, 2007 8:47 PM
The agreement between Mr. Bush and Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki confirms that the United States and Iraq will hash out an "enduring" relationship in military, economic and political terms.
Posted by: glitter pictures | April 4, 2008 10:27 AM