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20/07/2008 |
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Sen. Obama isn't stomping around like George Bush in a country that never attacked the U.S. Obama is wanting to direct the troops at a problem that does face the United States, and the world.
To every American it is common sense to withdraw from Iraq and try to find the terrorists, ya know, what George W. said he was going to do but instead decided to invade a country at the whim of other conservatives for ill reasons. |
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Kara Mustapha
Afghanistan |
20/07/2008 |
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obama commander in mischief |
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Afghanistan is central to American imperialism. the war of aggression has nothing to do with al-qaida, nor the Taliban. US forces in Afganistan can lieterally stab China, Russia and Iran, in the back. Precesely the countries that refuse to integrate into American Empire. Afghanistan is a must have military base. The world will not have peace , nor happiness, until America has ist civil war as in 19th century and dissolves into smaller states. LET US ALL PRAY FOR THAT. |
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Karl Eysenbach
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Focus: Imperium article |
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This is why I read Al Jazeera. I couldn't get this opinion anywhere in the United States. While I don't agree with everything he says, this article is refreshing. As to Afghanistan v. Iraq, remember. We are comparing eggs to apples. |
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fcarrara
Argentina |
21/07/2008 |
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"Stupid" |
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"It is stupid" and "presumably cultured" are quite the strong accusations against somebody like senator Obama. Perhaps the words "foolish", or "unadivsable" would have sufficed, especially coming from a serious reporter. |
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sameen
Afghanistan |
21/07/2008 |
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Supressing nature |
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The author says "It would in Iraq instead of offering a pretext to widen an unwinnable and unnecessary war in Afghanistan seven years on."
Point to be noted here is that we unnecessarily have high hopes from Obama . He may be just a bit different from Hilary Clinton or Mccain- only just a bit
Attacking Muslim countries one by one till all are taken care of, is an integral part of their grand design or probably due to their natural instinct. You can't suppress your nature for a long time. |
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Neil Hoskins
United Kingdom |
21/07/2008 |
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Taliban and Al Qaeda are the same thing. And the idiotic diversion in Iraq seems to have made people forget that this entity attacked the USA in an attack that killed far more people than were killed at Pearl Harbor by the Japanese. Strategically, the Americans can never again let these people have sanctuary in any country, whether it's Afganistan, Yemen, Sudan, or, indeed Saudi Arabia. |
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Lynne
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Obama - Commander in (mis)chief? |
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It is the U.S.'s fault that the Taliban took over Afghanistan to begin with. So, it makes sense to me that the U.S. should correct this mistake while also searching for bin Laden. Al Queda does have ties to the Taliban but not Saddam. Going into Iraq was clearly a tragic and unprincipled mistake. Afghanistan is different - and my hope is if Obama is elected the US will be able to leave the Afghani people better off than they were under the Taliban. |
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Dr Tariq Rajbee
Afghanistan |
21/07/2008 |
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Marwan Bishara is a rare journalist I could expect from the Middle East. He is very intelligent and so far I have not found any sign of 'generality' in his opinion as one finds in most of the journalists, commentators and even politicians. Most of these people are educated with superficial "informations" pushed down our throats by either lazy media(wouldn't bother to search for truth) or deliberately designed propaganda by the rich and powerful. Well done Marwan, I agree with your analysis. |
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Saber Shah
Pakistan |
21/07/2008 |
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Put the focus right |
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Obamas latest tour awakened many questions in mind of Pakistanis, the focus he had talked about is just nonsense, targeting Pakistan and its trible areas will give nothing to america but more blunders, he should have talked about collation and NATO forces to control infiltration to either sides more responsibaly, if he like other americans think Pakistan is like iraq or afghanistan, definately he is (mis)chief. |
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Shia
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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My Hope is that he's saying these things just to get elected.
I think most people forget that a presidential candidates ideas are fluid, not static. And while we can expect them to follow through to some extent, when it comes to foreign policy this fluidity is especially evident. When some in China here especially loud criticism of its country they wonder "is it election time again?". Obama needs to say these things because of the security-obssessed nature of the US right now. |
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Jose Meras
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Focus Imperium |
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Dear Sirs,
The Focus: Imperium opinion piece criticizes Senator Barack Obama because he has asked for an increase in the number of military troops to be sent to Afghanistan. I believe Aljazeera’s criticism is based on the mistaken belief that Obama is repeating the Bush Administration’s policy of using force at the expense of diplomacy.
It is important to remember that invasion of Iraq was primarily a unilateral action that the United States undertook with the token involvement of the |
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onix
Afghanistan |
21/07/2008 |
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since plainly stomping the previous usian politics around afghanistan, " the allies" , and not in the least the al quida myth/construct would pose obama (A-boma) as some freak to many, he chooses the political option , playing the overextended forces card. sth making sense within thoughts of usian home budgetting etc. , also it may be easier not to have to explain to so many tricked people beforehand why and how they have been tricked. (more then once) |
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Linda
United States |
22/07/2008 |
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Let us not forget that Obama is related to six other guys (presidents) who represented imperialism, and that Obama's promise to continue invasions of other countries follows a long history of U.S. aggression. It is time to end all occuaptions now. |
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Sri
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22/07/2008 |
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The presumably cultured liberal Obama failed to explain why killing more Afghans rather than killings Iraqis...
1. Taking potshots at how cultured Obama is doesn't help your cause.
2. Do you think the US looks at Iraq and Afghanistan as alternatives to shooting ranges or video games? That they are here to get their kicks by killing people?
The usually cultured Marwan stoops to mixing personal propaganda in what is otherwise a very interesting and balanced perspective. |
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Fouad
Netherlands |
22/07/2008 |
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Omaba a wolf. |
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Obama is a member of the same think tank that came up with the idea's to invade Iraq and Afghanistan. Bush, Clinton and McCain are also members of this thinktank. If you think there will be a change you are gravely mistaken. Obama is a wolf in lambs clothing. What most of you don't realise is that Bill Clinton was an extremist. He was far more right-wing than Bush is and Obama is unknown so his allegiance is unknown. He may hide in liberalism but he could be extremely far right. |
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Lost in Translation
Afghanistan |
22/07/2008 |
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Then we are all in agreement that the U.S. is just meddling in Afghanistan and should just leave. Rather than fight public opinion, Mr. Obama should just leave the region as it is and let the Middle Eastern countries work this out themselves. I am sure Al Quaida will do the same and everyone will be free and happy. No more fighting, no more dope production, no more assisinations. Heaven on earth just by getting rid of the U.S. commitment. |
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Wabwire Jude
Uganda |
22/07/2008 |
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Politics is game. Regardless of where its played. None of the two is pointing out truely what is on their hearts. It's all about what will fetch more votes back home. And that is exactly what Barack Obama and His opponent, John McCain are doing. My opinion however is that, its high time they let these countries lead their own political affairs. The damage US has coused to the world is enough and may the Candidate who will promote minimal foreighn policy (imposition) win. |
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Ivan
Afghanistan |
22/07/2008 |
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It's American foreign policy that has created the so-called 'terrorists'. This prompted the U.S. to start a 'war on terror'. creating more 'terrorists' in the process. Obama will just be another American war-monger.
The world will not have peace until the U.S. gets destroyed. |
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lea
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Where is Osama? |
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Many voices little wisdom.
If Osama was responsible for the attack on WTC then you advocate we just forget it about it?
How do we stop extremist like him?
If they want the troops out in exchange for peace let them say so, I am all for it.
I think wars are a waste, no one wins.
I think we need for the extremist to take opportunity if Obama is elected to bring peace...then the earth will rejoice.
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Rex Crouch
United States |
22/07/2008 |
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In the article entitled "Obama: Commander-in-(mis) Chief?" written by Marwan Bishara, he states that Obama is stupid. One, I would like to say that is a profound and deep thought for an Al Jazeera Senior Political Analyst. Two, Marwan Bishara doesn't vote in our elections so his opinion is really meaningless. |
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Sean
United States |
22/07/2008 |
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Afghanistan is a failed state who does not possess the means to be an unwilling host to organizations that use terrorism. Iraq was never a failed state and has the infrastructure to support its government and provide for its people. |
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Nithin
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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excellent article |
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I think Bishara hit the nail on its head with this one. Finally an article that is neither completely with nor against obama. The points he makes here are very logical. Most people will agree with the Iraq issue and on Obama's judgement there. In the case of Afghanistan, it can be seen that after nearly 7 years of using force, we still haven't been able to catch Bin Laden and there are still attacks such as the one on Kandahar prison. the answer lies in pakistan and the citizens of afghanistan. |
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stanley
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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p.2 Focus: Imperium by M. Bishara |
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What Mr. Obama has done is reveal that in his opinion the 'war' in Iraq is lost, in that a majority of American will not willingly support further sacrifice of life and funds there, but that Afghansitan is not seen in the same light., at least not yet. Further, that whatever the American General Staff think, they are not trying to sell Mr. Obama on Iraq as a security threat maybe, not Afghanistan either but then agains they may actually feel that if they have to choose their ground they have a |
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stanley
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23/07/2008 |
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a greater advantage. (I am amused by the idea that Afghanistan is an offensive strategic military base of operations against three nuclear powers: Russia,China, India, and possibly Iran. If it comes to nuclear power the Triad makes geographical position irrelevant -as well as all lie on Planet Earth.) |
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McBama
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Obama - chief or mischief |
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The article, though clearly biased in favor of Arabs and Muslims, still makes a few decent observations about Obama and American foreign policy. Some comments, especially from those identified as from Afghanistan, show OTOH profound ignorance of the US and its people. The US is a nation of free people and decent principles - unlike China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Venezuela, and the tribal areas of Pakistan and Afghanistan. Iraq was a mistake, but will still turn out OK. Al Queda is doomed. |
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morgan
Afghanistan |
24/07/2008 |
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ignorance |
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Neil,
When you say something like Al Qaeda and Taliban are the same thing, you really show the level of your ignorance. Of course you believe that because you've been brainwashed by Big Brother who watches every inch of your country with surveillance cameras. Every time I visit the UK I am appalled by your lack of personal privacy and freedoms. That holier than thou attitude of yours is part of the problem which plagues both US & UK and prevents us from finding commonality and peace |
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Matt
United States |
24/07/2008 |
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Obama and Afghanistan |
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Its good to hear opinions other then the main stream media in the US. I disagree that Obama is making a mistake by concentrating on Afghanistan. The al-Qaeda are guilty of the worst terriost act in US history, the Bush Administration used it to suit their own agenda in Iraq. The US should leave Iraq, responsibly (because we are responsible) but not forget what the real fight is. |
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onix
Afghanistan |
24/07/2008 |
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re charge |
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that piece about lithium is usefull, thanks. All that remains to be hoped is sth about rechargeable investments. |
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T.Foster
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24/07/2008 |
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Focus Imperium |
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Although Marwan Bishara has allowed some of his personal prejudice to come through in an otherwise extremely written article his analysis of the developing situation is first class.
Patt Carr suggests,the usual liberal american solution for a problem,to throw money at Afghanistan(AID).The US has dumped milliards in Afghanistan which has only caused the great problem in the first place.
America,NATO and the rest have lost nothing in Afghanistan and have nothing to seek there. |
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Ben
United States |
25/07/2008 |
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It is clear that many people in the middle east have absolutely no clue about the people of the United States. |
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Peacemonger
United States |
25/07/2008 |
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Please give us a chance. |
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In a country with so many states, so many regions, and so many different ethnicities, the US represents far more than Hollywood and Washington. That people are sometimes powerless to change the course of government and greed is a common tragedy of all peoples, all over our world. "America must be destroyed." What a sad, sorrowful thing to say. The world had terrible, horrific problems before we were a country... and it will continue to if we are gone. Give Obama and our new generation a chance. |
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Paul
United States |
26/07/2008 |
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Dear Afganis |
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I have said it before: The facts of low employment, low literacy, high poverty, corruption, and sectarian violence are within your borders. You should look at these facts, formulate ideas to overcome them, and shape your country to the moral standards of the 21st century. My troops don't want to be there as much as you want them there. You complained about the Soviet invasion, we gave you arms, and you housed the construction of a jihad that shamed the Muslim ideals. Take responsibility. |
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V.R. Sonti
United States |
27/07/2008 |
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Forget the rhetoric of the US ( and Iran.) Look at the facts. The US is a debtor nation indeed the largest. We depend entirely on the goodwill of China, the EU, the Soviet Union now called Russia, and others! We are having trouble enough maintaining essential services to our people. War isn't good for our health - Iraq is the exception that proves the rule.
I doubt if the leaders of the US really want war. |
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jerry hill
United States |
27/07/2008 |
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Al Qaida WANTS to fight Americans in Afghanistan and to spread the conflict into Pakistan. They are much more effective and dangerous on their home territory. |
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Simon
Afghanistan |
27/07/2008 |
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Obama: "modest" goals in afghanistan |
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While I share this article's scepticism about the wisdom of any outside nation getting involved in Afghan politics, I take some heart at the fact (not contained in this editorial) that Sen. Obama has declared that American goals in Afghanistan must be "modest" in nature. I think there probably is room for an exceedingly modest international role in Afghanistan. It remains to be seen whether the US military is capable of the degree of modesty required. |
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Gemini
Canada |
20/07/2008 |
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I agree with Marwan Bishara's view that Obama's decision to withdrawing fighting troops in Iraq and increasing the fighting brigades in Afghanistan is not a smart decision nor it is a wise move. If he is talking about peace in Iraq and stability in the region, why not include the issue of Palestine, the Horn of Africa, and Afghanistan? If Barack Obama is talking about a comprehensive peace plan, in the Middle East especially as well as part of Africa, then he should be inclusive. |
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Sal Fladabosco
Afghanistan |
20/07/2008 |
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Wrong! |
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Hi,
There is a big difference in the way Americans view the two wars. I think most of us feel the war in Afghanistan is justified because they supported bin Laden in his efforts to attack us, but Iraq was invaded because Bush was personally angry at Saddam.
I think we also see the difference between a country led by an evil dictator and a movement of violent religious nuts who believe their deity has told them to kill people. Those people are really dangerous and have to be contained.
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Jake Barnes
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20/07/2008 |
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" I think we also see the difference between a country led by an evil dictator and a movement of violent religious nuts who believe their deity has told them to kill people"
I'm confused. Which one of these is Bush? |
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Steve
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20/07/2008 |
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I agree with Sal Fladabosco. I am from Europe but I believe many people in the Arab world also can see the difference between Iraq and Afghanistan. Iraq was just a dictatorship, of which even the opposition to it, was controversial on the west. On the other hand the Afghanistan had occupied from loonies (Taliban) who after the end of the war against the Soviets, and controlled from a leadership very ambiguous, thought this is the right to start a holly war against the west indiscriminately. |
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Christopher Rushlau
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Bisharas comments and those of "Sal" who speaks for the US |
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Two points: first, Sal says the US belongs in Afghanistan, in immediate proximity to the legitimate security perimeters of three nuclear and/or economic powers, with a fourth, India, not far away, without lucid reasons given.
The second point is that, when someone makes such a threat, you must regard it seriously, but equally, you must admit that it cannot succeed, and so could not be intended as presented: it is a "cry for help. But the proper response is "what is your problem?". |
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Otis G. Barlow
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Obama, Commander in Mis-Chief |
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Mr. Bishara,
It is sad that your employer does not share your views? Your point here are well grounded in "real" fact! Afghanistan is as misguided as Iraq in the dictate of military conflict. The opportunities to contain the threat from criminal elements in bin Laden's network were lost with the invasions. America is today the most lethal "terror" network on the Planet!
That reality needs to be explored before we can even hope for a change in policy?
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Steve Gillette
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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This new rhetoric from Obama focused on Afghanistan is troubling. Mr. Obama needs to better explain in greater detail to the American people AND to the world his views on the current situation in Afghanistan, and the role that America should play in being a force for positive change. Otherwise, the American voter will indeed feel confronted in November with only one option: more mischief, whether from the right or the left. |
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James Wabwire
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21/07/2008 |
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Obama Commander in (mis)Chief |
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I know that Obama is incapable of mischief. All I can say is that let the Afghanistanis sought themselves out. Iraq war was not about Taliban, Alqaida or whatever you want to call it. It was a grand scheme to grease the wallets of a few in Washington. American rise to the occassion and get rid of CACI, Blackwaters and Halliburton from Washington. Oncce that is done the middle east will be safe and so will the world. |
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Alred
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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O Bama etc. |
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This "journalist" seems to have some personal opinions that color his writing.
Consequently, it's just a "blog".
Regarding Iraq vs. Afghanistan, there is no comparison. The Taliban were involved in the atrocities that created the deaths of over 3,000 innocent people of all faiths and nationalities. These violent and bloodthirsty individuals have sullied the name of Islam by their actions. The goal is not "killing Afghans". The goal is ridding the world of major terrorists |
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Barbara ODonnell
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Dont worry |
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Obama is an anti-war Democrat,he cares nothing about the bloodbath of the Afghans and the Iraqi's that will happen when he does end both wars. He is lying,trying to get the Pro War vote. The middle east will be a pool of blood if he is elected. |
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Arif
Afghanistan |
21/07/2008 |
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Mr Obama |
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Do you think you are cleaverer than your forefathers who failed in the land of the lions centries back. Go and study history first and then come if you are bent upon receiving the shameful defeat for the innocent Americans. Remember, the story of Russia can be read in the near American History. |
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Sharon
United States |
21/07/2008 |
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Obama Mis chief |
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Obama was head of the Senate's Afghan Issues Committe and he did nothing. Now he is visiting there. OK he's playing catch up. You are all aware that new hybrid/hydrogen cars run on lithium batteries. The world's biggest lithium deposits are in Afghanistan, in the same province as Bin Laden was trying to conquer. Interesting. Oh yea...3,000 Americans died on 9-11-01 and we will never forget it. Never never never. |
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Patt Cara
United States |
22/07/2008 |
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Give him a chance... |
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I think he's a good guy.
The Afghans need massive aid to build their economy, deal with corruption and the deadly poppy trade. And getting rid of al-Qaida would be nice too.
I suggest the Afghans take advantage of this potential help. Because once Americans discover new sources of energy, they will forget the Middle East and all its woes faster than you can say, Abracadabra. |
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Daniel Yakoubian
United States |
22/07/2008 |
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Obama: Commander-in-(mis)chief? |
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I agree 100% I don't understand why a supposedly progressive and worldly democratic candidate can't take a principled, intelligent position but needs to play to the "middle," whatever that is. I'm guessing Obama continues the curse of cowardice that seems to plague democratic politicians. The right can say what it believes, but the liberal "left" censors itself and generally loses support as a result. |
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George Nkhowane
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22/07/2008 |
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Obama: Commander - in- (mis) chief |
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Whatever the reasons were for invading Iraq, it times the Americans left the Iraq people to manage their own affairs now. It was wrong to to do it then and is still wrong to remain there now. The people of Iraq would have in the long realised that Saddam needed to be removed and would definitely have found a way of doing so themselves. As for Afghanistan, the Americans should find a better way of capturing Osama rather than the seemingly indiscriminate killing of people there. |
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gary b
Afghanistan |
22/07/2008 |
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obama |
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obama is a farce. he has no experience or ability to lead the usa. he has carisma and an uncanny ability to persuade the public without divuldging any pertinent information on the subject. he says what people want to hear without making a commitment. shame on america if this clown is elected. just look at the people he is associated with and the statements they have made. while i am not a bush fan, he has far more assests than obama will ever have. remember who the bad guys really are!! |
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t.a.garrett
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22/07/2008 |
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Obama and Afghanistan |
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I wish that those of us Americans so quick to make judgements on Nations and People in the Middle East were taught a little history in our so-called schools. For instance: Osama Bin Ladin was our "friend" when we trained him and his men to defeat the Russians during their invasion of Afghanistan. Many of the men we trained (Mujahadeen)and supported to free Afghanistan from the Soviets, later became the Taliban. We now condemn the very people we once embraced and assisted. |
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United States |
22/07/2008 |
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MBs analysis of Obama |
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I find myself agreeing with much of MB's analysis of Sen Obama's positions. Since MB is a skilled analysist & writer it's probable that all of MB's points will be stolen & used by those who oppose Obama. Both the far right warmongers & the far left 'peace at any price' factions in the USA will use MB's points which are favorable to their views or show that Obama would be a lousy POTUS. MB has written an analysis which can displease either rightsts or leftists. That's the US std for fairnes. |
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RobinHood
Canada |
22/07/2008 |
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Actually, this article is flawed. Typical
It is flawed as it stated that the Taliban was not a threat to the US as long as Afghanistan is unoccupied.
This completely false as Al'Qaeda was staging attacks outside of Afghanistan from inside Afghanistan with the blessing of the Taliban. this makes the Taliban a international threat and warrants outside occupation.
Iraq was not a threat as Saddam was a secular dictator and probably would have made a great ally against muslim extremism |
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22/07/2008 |
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Obama: Commander-in-(mis)chief? |
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Senior Political Analyst Bishara must acknowledge that sometimes war is a necessary evil. The American strategy of preemptive war is legal if other States don't object. America launched a preemptive war on terror immediately following 9/11 utilising coalition forces thereby legitimizing the war in Afganistan |
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David A.
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Agreed, and furthermore ... |
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My country, the U.S., has lost the right to go around the world "fixing" things. We have acted so arrogantly and destructively, that we need a time to withdraw our forces from around the world, strengthen our own defenses, our own economy, and offer humanitarian aid to those democratic forces around the world. We need to restore our constitution and heal ourselves. Obama is not perfect and will only do this partially but he will move in that direction. We progressives must push all the more 4 it |
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HUGH-SEEKING OBJECTIVITY
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Commander-in-(mis)chief |
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Unlike Iraq, Americans perceive the fight against the Taliban and Al Quaeda as perfectly legitimate. It is a counterinsurgency, so troops are only part of the equation. You need to improve the situation for the people as a whole. To us Taliban=911. |
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A Hend
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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YOU ARE ALL RIGHT! |
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We (the US) should get out of the Middle East completely and let them tare each other up. Which will not take them long to do because that is there history! And the next time some Animal attacks US soil in any way give warning to that countries people to get out and destroy it. Also, let’s pull the entire aide that we give to all of those countries completely since we are so imperialistic we will keep our funds to ourselves! Then, keep to ourselves and not bother any of these countries EVER! |
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stanley
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Focus: Imperium Obama: Commander-in-(mis)chief |
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I don't object to M. Bishara's choice of words, or conflation of American domestic political campaign stategy with American foreign policy. However, from the comments made about his article I feel something of serious substance has been lost in translation. Mr. Obama is a politician. A politician offers something for everyone with whom he thinks he can deal and the rest he ignores, striving to no unintended offense. I do not think Mr. Obama has "made his war agenda clear" as M. Bishara states. |
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Matt
United States |
23/07/2008 |
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Obama |
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It is good to hear the opinion of people out side of the Western Society mainstream. However, I disagree Obama should take the "moral high ground" and look towards diplomacy alone in Afghanistan. I don't think anyone would disagree that the Taliban are not know for their deplomacy abilities, and the al-Qaeda are terrorists. Also, all Americans are determined to ride the world of the al-Qaeda and their extremists belief. |
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Arizona John
United States |
24/07/2008 |
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Al Qeda (mujahadeen) in Afghanistan |
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It should be remembered that Obama's position is not a personal position but that of a section of the U.S. imperialist ruling class. It should also be remembered that this is the same class that was the primary force behind the creation, training, arming, and funding of the terrorist cells in Afghanistan that evolved into Al Qaeda. The aim then, as now, is to extend and consolidate U.S. control of the Middle East for both economic (oil) and strategic political reasons. |
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Rick
Afghanistan |
24/07/2008 |
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Sen Obama |
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The author made a common but incorrect statement regarding Sen Obama's plans for Iraq. Sen Obama has stated on multiple ocassions and in writing on his web-site that he will leave US combat forces in Iraq to both protect US diplomats and to fight AQ in Iraq.
The difference between Sen Obama and Sen McCain regarding US forces in Iraq is when the withdrawal will begin. Sen Obama wants it to start "immediately" and Sen McCain wants it to start when conditions on the ground make sense. |
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United States |
24/07/2008 |
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Marwan Bishara |
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Dear Marwan,
Thankyou for your article. As you know, there is nothing that concerned americans can do to thwart the zionist domination of our nation.
If we even dare to question the judeozionazis, we will be imprisoned for hate crimes, lose our employment (i.e. economic death penalty), and have our possessions confiscated. Freedom is dead: there is nothing we can do about it. |
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Archduchess08
United States |
24/07/2008 |
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Afghanistan |
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I am a huge Obama supporter who is a little frustrated with him for his slide to the right, but overall, I believe he is the best person to lead the United States. He does, whether anyone believes it or not, have a world view rather than just a nationalistic US view, which is the largest flaw in Bush. What bothers me more than this article, however, are the horrible grammatical and linguistic errors that are made by other people who have contributed ideas to this blog . . . |
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Faithfulee
Afghanistan |
24/07/2008 |
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Commander in (mis)chief |
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Obama wasn’t stupid but he was wrong in advocating the surrender of Iraq to the forces of terrorism.
Instead the vision of Iraq that I and millions of Americans share is coming to be. The US liberated the people of Iraq from a ruthless dictator, facilitated a democratic government, and now is supporting that government is bringing peace and stability to the country.
I am proud of our efforts in Iraq as the entire world will be as Iraq becomes a e free prosperous democratic country. |
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John Mann
United States |
25/07/2008 |
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I heard a CIA officer refer to 9/11 as "Blowback", meaning it was a shocking event that could not be properly explained to the American people because the policies and actions of the US that preceded the attacks had not been revealed to the American people beforehand. And let us keep in perspective how many deaths American actions take - some say a million in Iraq. Also, more than 3,000 people die on the US highways every month, year after year. My view: "9/11, Let's Get Over It". |
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Pam
Afghanistan |
25/07/2008 |
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Obama |
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Obama is saying anything to win this election. He is for human rights everywhere. I hope he gives the Taliban amnesty. They are poor orphans that have seen nothing but war and are only defending themselves. The USA cannot afford to keep the illegal war in Iraq going any longer. I have faith in Obama to do the right thing, and heal the world which is his goal. |
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Stan
United States |
25/07/2008 |
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I agree with many things in the article but I dont understand why sending more troops to afghanistan is a bad idea. If the goverment is corrupt and drug trafficers are running a muck, why is it a bad idea? Obama on Cnn two days ago explained why he thinks its a good idea to send more troops and it was for does specific reasons. At least he wants to end Iraq he could easily say "no we need to stay in iraq" and still win. Would afghanistan be better place if America did not get involved? |
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Paul C
Afghanistan |
26/07/2008 |
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Commander-in-(mis)chief |
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Q. Why will killing more Afghans rather than killings Iraqis make Americans safer?
A. There's no direct answer to this. Maybe if the Mujahadeen refused to fight they'd be adopted in Afghanistan rather than in Iraq.
Anyway, suicidal radicals are gullible enough to die in wars with other countries' friends, that is given. A sporting President would want them to have every opportunity to live in a comfortable, well protected, and secure peace in any host country. |
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Nadeem
United Kingdom |
26/07/2008 |
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Commander-in-(mis)chief |
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US wants to concentrate in Afghanistan as Pakistan is becoming more Islamic. They want to overlook at the Pakistan (and Iran) nuclear assets and captured and destroy them if needed more easily. They dont care about Afghanistan or its people. If US wants to improve their lives, they can do it as they did in Japan and Germany after WW2. 9/11 and al qaeeda is just a excuse. They can capture Osama any time. |
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Steve
Afghanistan |
27/07/2008 |
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We Americans should have learned what the russians did a few years back.Leave the Afghans alone.Why are we there? Drug's?Is it a law there that says they cant make profits?If there is an internatinal law against selling drugs then why are we being invaded for violating human rights laws?Oh I forgot it is being covered up, by the US puppets, the UN. |
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Andrew
Romania |
22/08/2008 |
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"As to Afghanistan v. Iraq, remember. We are comparing eggs to apples."
True in a sense. Invading Afghanistan was justified since the Taleban allowed Al-Qaeda training camps there. But was it smart? The Taleban were in good relations to Bush since he was governor, the reason they were harboring Al-Qaeda was that Bin Laden payed them a lot, money the didn't get from US.
The mystery is why didn't Bush just pay the Taleban: he would have gotten Bin Laden on silver plate and pay half the price. |
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Lynn
Afghanistan |
28/08/2008 |
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Agree |
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I agree with this article - it was my impression as well - like he's turned into some kind of moderate republican.
My belief is that he is over compensating for the damaging words (although not necessarily untrue) of his pastor. However, whatever he may be saying, I believe in his intelligence and ability to use diplomatic strategies to addressing foreign policy. |
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Brian
United States |
01/09/2008 |
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Face it, media. The surge worked. Barack Obama was committed to the defeat of the US in Iraq, but that strategy has backfired. McCain is committed to victory. He wants to keep troops in Iraq until victory is achieved, not indefinitely. Mr. Bishara is misleading in his statement that McCain thinks and has said otherwise. |
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Brian
United States |
01/09/2008 |
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Force instead of diplomacy |
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Whoever made this comment does not realize that diplomacy does not work in dealing with radicals or rogue states. The time for diplomacy with Iraq came and went during the 12 years of Iraq's ignoring UN sanctions and developing WMD. |
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