Indecision

Before the class started my views upon the Iraqi War were established. Like most Americans, I believed that we entered into war to protect the interests of the American public and to keep our country safe. But after reading the events that have unfolded from the war I’m not quite sure staying in there is a worthwhile endeavor.

I had read many stories about the trials and tragedies of war but only one post gave an experience that stuck in my head. The experience that created my indecision was watching the video entitled “Like a Rock.” Words and stories can be easily forgotten but images last for a long time. Just watching so many men and women dedicated to serving our country made my heart sink. Knowing that some of these fine soldiers are putting and possibly losing their lives makes me question my beliefs. I began to wonder if the ordeal was worth all the pain of the soldiers and their families.

As of this moment I am indecisive on my position on the war in Iraq. On the outward appearance our involvement seems to have global affect with foiled terrorist plots and the capture/execution of Saddam Hussein. But also more conflicts have arose in the Middle East and many soldiers have lost their lives in the process. The death toll is closing in on four thousand and hopefully we are able to resolve the conflict that ensues in Iraq quickly so that our troops may return home.