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In reply to the discussion: Bush NEVER ONCE did this. [View all]sheshe2
(88,073 posts)5. Thanks rigster.
And here in one image, two people maligned endlessly. Hillary and Obama honoring the dead.
President Obama's full statement:
The United States has an unwavering commitment to bring to justice those responsible for harming Americans. Since the deadly attacks on our facilities in Benghazi, I have made it a priority to find and bring to justice those responsible for the deaths of four brave Americans. I recently authorized an operation in Libya to detain an individual charged for his role in these attacks, Ahmed Abu Khatallah. The fact that he is now in U.S. custody is a testament to the painstaking efforts of our military, law enforcement, and intelligence personnel. Because of their courage and professionalism, this individual will now face the full weight of the American justice system.
Even as we welcome the success of this operation, we also pause to remember the four Americans who gave their lives in Benghazi representing their country: Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty. As I said shortly after the attack, they exemplified the values that we stand for as a nation, including a commitment to freedom and justice. All Americans should be grateful for their service, just as we are grateful to all our personnel civilian and military who represent our country around the globe. We will continue to honor our fallen by carrying on their efforts in support of the Libyan peoples aspirations to live in a peaceful, prosperous, and democratic society.
With this operation, the United States has once again demonstrated that we will do whatever it takes to see that justice is done when people harm Americans. We will continue our efforts to bring to justice those who were responsible for the Benghazi attacks. We will remain vigilant against all acts of terrorism, and we will continue to prioritize the protection of our service-members and civilians overseas. We will also sustain our support for the Libyan people, as they work to overcome years of tyranny and do the difficult work of building a democracy.
http://www.dailykos.com/story/2014/06/17/1307630/-Benghazi-suspect-captured-now-in-U-S-custody#
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I'll have respect for both Obama and Clinton when they address the nation on how they
Luminous Animal
Sep 2014
#22
Bush even ordered one Goldstar Mother not to sell her commemorative medal on E-bay.
Octafish
Sep 2014
#7
I read it as, he JOKED to her, "don't go selling it on eBay " when he handed out the commemorative
BlancheSplanchnik
Sep 2014
#16
I think we choose who we want. It takes little effort to believe the lies and ignore actions.
FlatStanley
Oct 2014
#77
Right, supporting the Democratic President & the Democratic Party is now "drinking koolaid" on DU.
baldguy
Oct 2014
#105
Yes. Bush was an asshole. But Jesus Fucking Christ. Saluting the dead does not absolve Obama
Luminous Animal
Sep 2014
#20
The phrase directly and unequivocally implying that his salute absolves him is where exactly?
LanternWaste
Oct 2014
#54
Bushco wanted to cover up the dead soldiers.. Pres Obama is acknowledging them and that they
Cha
Oct 2014
#24
We do get it. We also get that drones eases our conscience thus making perpetual war palatable.
FlatStanley
Oct 2014
#48