STORM2K

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 4:23 pm**

After reading several articles and discussing this issue with my peers, I have a question I would like to propose to you all...just to get your thoughts. It is not meant in a rude,malicious way so don't go there.

Are you against criticism of the President strictly because we are in war?

Just a question that I am interested to hear thoughts on.

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 4:33 pm**

I have been known to critize a President or two in my day and see nothing wrong with it as long as it is done with respect for the Office of the President. Usually it is the policies or programs that I have a problem with not the man. President Clinton being the most recent example. I disagreed with a lot of his policies but absolutely abhorred the shame he brought on the office that he held.

During a time of war however, special rules always apply. When the President has made the decision to commit our troops, then the time for debate on that subject is over until they're home. Domestic issues are another thing though. As far as I'm concerned they're still fair game! :-)

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 5:06 pm**

In wartime, criticism of a sitting President can, and will be used against him (and, by entension, our entire country and its efforts) by our enemies abroad (and some of our erstwhile "friends" as well); in an era of instantaneous disclosure, mass communications uber alles, it is VERY important for the people, entertainers, the Congress and Senate, etc. to present a UNITED FRONT in external matters. Failure to do this, especially insofar as Arabic countries, will be be perceived as "weakness"...and exploited.

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 5:43 pm**

my position...i find war as a time to unit uner the pres. in his descision for war and to unit with the country. Yes i am totally against critizism.

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 5:45 pm**

I actually think under the circumstances anyone friend or critic has to admit he is doing a great job!!! I have always pretty much supported him and his administration 100%. I have no complaints on him thus far but if I did you'd here them loud and clear.. :wink:

Johnathan

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 6:12 pm**

I just have a problem with the government period...from top to bottom, and all point in between, hows that for negatism..LOL
MIKE

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 6:19 pm**

hurricanedude wrote:I just have a problem with the government period...from top to bottom, and all point in between, hows that for negatism..LOL
MIKE

Thats your honest opinion and there is nothing wrong with that..With that thought watch for black sedans to approach at any minute!!! :lol:

Johnathan

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 6:22 pm**

THey already still my money so why not take a shot at me too..LOL
MIKE

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 7:07 pm**

hurricanedude wrote:THey already still my money so why not take a shot at me too..LOL
MIKE

OMG, *LOL*
*wipes the spray off the computer monitor laughing so hard*

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 7:29 pm**

laughing at my comment or the fact I spelt STEAL as still?? LOL
MIKE

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 7:39 pm**

hurricanedude wrote:laughing at my comment or the fact I spelt STEAL as still?? LOL
MIKE

Well, I didn't even notice that until you pointed that out. :lol:

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 7:42 pm**

if anything criticism, if necessary, is needed most when a president is in a war. afterall, we wouldn't want one to get away with anything wrong without us knowing. it is a part of the job...so it "comes with the territory".

Posted: **Tue Apr 08, 2003 10:09 pm**

Couldn't disagree more JQ! When we're at war the decision has already been made. That's what he gets paid for. Indecision during war is what gets people killed. Just look at the Vietnam War as a prime example. We couldn't decide whether we wanted to wage war or not. As a result a lot of good boys got kiled needlessly. The time for discussion is before the war starts. Once it starts it's time to kick ass. Hopefully we won't make that kind of mistake again in my lifetime!