"Imperfect Imperialism" by Gen. Hoar, former Cent Com commander.

[madfloridian]

http://www.democracyforamerica.com/features/2004/06/28/imperfect_imperialism.php

SNIP..."Imperfect Imperialism

by General Joseph P. Hoar, USMC (Retired)

America is an imperfect imperialist. We want to be loved, respected and admired for our wholesome commitment to democratic ideals, ideals that we espouse not only for ourselves but for others as well. Yet these idealistic qualities are at odds with our more base desire to control the destinies of other nations."

SNIP..."
The Muslim world, 1.2 billion strong, Europe and most of Asia have seen what many Americans are unwilling to accept. Whatever the excuse, it was wrong to invade Iraq. The flagrant inconsistencies which exist in our foreign policy, combined with the abrogation of alliances and treaties painstakingly built over decades of dedication to internationalism and the rule of law, have left us with few friends. That the Irish people, from whom so many of us Americans have sprung, could protest the recent visit of President Bush is an example of how our national reputation has been diminished." END SNIP

Another military person speaking out.

[coda]

1. Thanks florida

Short, to the point, and another Cent Com General. Great!

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[Disturbed]

2. Systematic Policy of Torture

The US Govt.,Pentagon, CIA and Congress are doing everything they can to cover this up. They call it "abuse" of a "few bad apples". This may have fooled most Americans but many in other countries aren't fooled by American propaganda and lies.

If the US Govt. is so Hell bent on spreading "democracy", why haven't they spread to it's allies, Saudi Arabia, Kuwaite and Pakistan to name a few?

[dand]

3. Good article madfloridian, that makes three Marine Generals

speaking out against this gang of war criminals, Zinni, Hoar and I think the other one is Holcomb but I could be wrong on that. I would hate to have the Marines landing on my case.

[reprehensor]

4. Good catch! n/t