Interesting discussion here. We cannot leave until there is a stable Iraqi Government capable of defending itself and its borders. This war will be going on long after Bush leaves the White House. We cannot turn the Middle East over to crazies. The potential for the start of a far larger and deadlier war is a distinct possibility if we leave precipitously.
We still have bases in Germany and Japan. We are still technically at war with the North Koreans. We have had troops in those countries for dogs years.
Surrender and/or retreat are not viable options. This is an implaccable enemy that will follow us home. All the talk of peace is nice. The reality is we cannot leave because that cost will be too high!
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