tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8549971354391868786.post4080948935079928014..comments2024-03-28T15:24:53.579-04:00Comments on Rational Nation USA: A Threat to the World at LargeLes Carpenterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01120280762698472496noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8549971354391868786.post-6683597955186706602009-12-01T01:03:07.237-05:002009-12-01T01:03:07.237-05:00On point one I agree it would be the ideal and pe...On point one I agree it would be the ideal and perhaps worth a try. In so long as the "World Body" acts in a reasonable time frame. We'll have to wait and see as I suspect this one will take a bit longer for Obama and crew to consider than it has taken to make a decision on Afghanistan troop levels.<br /><br />Point two - I find myself in agreement because my observations and interaction with the several Iranian's I personally know support this. They are in fact quite reasonable, individualistic, and from what they tell me their relatives, still in Iran, are not supportive of the regime and in fact like America. Unfortunately most Iranians apparently still live in fear for their lives if they step out of line. So it remains to be scene if they will find the will to overthrow the zealots in power.<br /><br />Israel has done it before. I believe this tiny state may be the last best hope for free western civilization. It is the only western state with the will, and it sure as hell has the most to lose if nothing is done. Israel would just need to support and backing of the rest of the West. Israel has been threatened with extinction by Ahmadinijad, and he and the Mullahs may be just nuts enough to try it.<br /><br />The Persian state is seen as a threat to stability in the lager Middle East as well so who knows. Is the Islamic hatred of the Jewish state so great that it would cause them to not support an Israeli solution to the problem they themselves fear? Probably, and therein lies the possible flaw.<br /><br />Dithering on this much longer seems to me to not make a lot of sense as it reinforces in the minds of the zealots they need have no fear.Les Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01120280762698472496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8549971354391868786.post-2420775418646267192009-11-30T21:48:08.896-05:002009-11-30T21:48:08.896-05:00A military action the world would support along th...A military action the world would support along the same lines as Desert Storm. Amass an overwhelming force adhering to the Powell Doctrine. <br /><br /> The Iranian people can be quite progressive as shown by their protests against Ahmadinijad. This is one case where the Iranian people may actually rise up and overthrow the zealots that rule. They deserve that chance by virtue of their actions. <br /><br /><br /> I agree that the Iranian regime must not be allowed to possess nuclear weapons. Ever since I was a kid the cries to unleash Israel have been made. Let's get real. Israel, as formidable and committed as the IDF is, don't have the numbers. It will take a world effort to do this so that regime change can go with as little suffering among the average Iranian as possible. We want allies in the war on terror. We can't afford more enemies.Joe "Truth 101" Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08875151516978133598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8549971354391868786.post-39101100395556215342009-11-30T13:21:31.286-05:002009-11-30T13:21:31.286-05:00I agree with you.
However, there is a rationale t...I agree with you.<br /><br />However, there is a rationale that says nuclear arms are not necessarily bad as they act as a deterrent. I.E, countries possessing nuclear weapons understand the use of such against other so armed countries insures mutual destruction. <br /><br />It is also true that in the 64 years since the first and only of nuclear weapons no country that possess nuclear arms has used them against another, nor have they fought a major conventional war with each other. <br /><br />Since tractability of origin is possible the argument can be made that a rogue, state such as North Korea or Iran, would refrain from supplying terrorist organizations with nuclear capability as they know they would be held responsible for their use.<br /><br />So, what's the concern? For me it is that in my opinion, Ahmadinejad and the Mullahs that control the Theocracy are lunatics not unlike Hitler.<br /><br />So for me, while the arguments have some credibility, the risk of this madman having his finger on the button is a risk not worth taking.<br /><br />Iran has defied warning, threat of increased sanctions, etcetera before. So I say give then a final warning. From the UN backed up by the US. Give Israel the tip of the hat that it the final offer for reasonable resolution is ignored they have the green light to strike all facilities within Trans borders.<br /><br />Tell the Iranian regime they have little time, that should they choose to ignore the world's concerns, at a time of the west's choosing, unannounced, they will be hit. <br /><br />Take it away TRUTH. What I am looking for is reasoned thought as to possible real solutions to a very real problem. All thoughts and opinions are as always welcome at RN USA.Les Carpenterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01120280762698472496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8549971354391868786.post-15946683203876500402009-11-30T08:48:29.765-05:002009-11-30T08:48:29.765-05:00I've commented on the uselessness of sanctions...I've commented on the uselessness of sanctions many times. It's what endears me to many right leaning bloggers despite my penchant for taunting them. This, as with Iraq and Afghanistan should either be dealt with correctly. With all the force necessary, or not at all. We and the U.N. are the world's "Boy who cried wolf."<br /><br /> I'd be glad to go into what's necessary if you like RN. Your topic. You're in charge my man.Joe "Truth 101" Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08875151516978133598noreply@blogger.com