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Submitted by Paolo, Jan 3, 2007 08:40

BR Williams asserts that the idea we should not have gone to Iraq is just silly. Notice he just asserts it; reasons are not necessary. Regarding Switzerland, BR puts forth the nonsensical argument that no one attacks Switzerland because it's allegedly the haven for drug lords, thugs, etc. Hey BR--I though the terrorists hated "Western Values!" If Switzerland is really a haven for drug lords, wouldn't the terrorists want to attack them? Hmmmm? My original point remains: Switzerland has a centuries-old tradition of not interfering in other countries' affairs. That's why no one attacks them (that, and the fact they are well-armed and ready to defend themselves, which is why both Napoleon and Hitler never invaded).

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Gingrich is a dangerous man. Please visit our page (TheAmericanView.com) and read/hear my interviews with him. God bless you all.... [MORE]	John Lofton	Nov 30, 2006 11:17
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I couldn't agree more with you. Let us not be fooled by a group of power hungry politicians and those... [MORE]	Josh	Nov 30, 2006 18:22
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Asymmetric warfare may require asymmetric laws. Sorry folks. All those who don't think so may want to start drinking the... [MORE]	Curt Smith	Nov 29, 2006 20:03
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Do your patriotic duty and silence this threat to our Constitution. Perhaps a little Polonium cocktail would be appropriate for... [MORE]	Doug@usa.com	Nov 29, 2006 12:15
Further destroy what rights are left for safty from 'terrorists' nuking our cities....i'm sure that'll get him the support he... [MORE]	Zeak	Nov 29, 2006 11:50
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The examples you've cited as exceptions to "freedom of speech" fall under different laws and cannot be construed to limit... [MORE]	Robert Boyd	Mar 16, 2007 13:23
...and so it will be after we lose a city. [MORE]	Aaron Weisburd	Nov 29, 2006 11:25
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Short Preface: This assumes that I remain within the ambit of the constitutional concept that I am always and fundamentally... [MORE]	Tom Dennen	Nov 29, 2006 10:54
Free speech curtailed? What is this country about? Restricted acess to the Net? What is this country about? Newt needs... [MORE]	Bruce	Nov 29, 2006 10:21
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I was in a family for more than 26 years who joined Organized Crime but it wasn't any ordinary crime... [MORE]	Marty Didier	Nov 29, 2006 17:33
James Garland You said it best, heed those words America ! [MORE]	david gunderson	Jul 13, 2007 09:56

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