We’ve got ourselves a problem. To use Bruce Fein’s word, let’s don’t be “invertebrate” about it.
What’s our problem? A misbegotten war which is doing harm in this world. And the world is watching. So straighten up and stand straight. Take a deep breath. And remember that only action will be enough to show we are up to our own high standards.
If you want impeachment, say it. No weasel words about finding the right time. Whoever sits in the White House after the election can’t help but care about that issue, so be so advised when “hopefuls” ask for your support. However proceedings unfold, we must agree that Mr. Bush and Mr. Cheney have let us down, and we want them to understand they aren’t doing the job of a president and vice-president.
It’s going to take some starch. It’s easy enough to sit looking at a monitor and letting your itchy fingers scratch out frustration. But telling a soldier’s kin how you feel may cause some flak. Not the kind of flak the poor soldier is taking. Think of him and try to be as brave as he is.
The scribes with their four-syllable words are going to be the hardest to wean from their elocution. Just say it. IMPEACH! The old bumper sticker might help them. WHEN CLINTON LIED, NO ONE DIED!
I personally advise against irrational exuberance. By that I mean, let’s don’t get sidetracked into instant philosophy. Wars may always be among us. Well, maybe. Let’s don’t make it this ill-conceived war, however.
And stay clear of wallowing in worry. Bad guys may want to hurt us. Saddam won’t. Osama might, but he isn’t in Iraq. Terrorism is first of all a state of mind. Standing tall, breathing deep, and patting yourself on the back for being a good American just may keep you clear-headed enough to advocate for the folks who live in the United States of America.
And don’t get fuzzy about your belief in the basic tenets of our society. We are the can do, knowhow folks.
If you haven’t seen Bill Moyers journal on PBS (July 14), go to the internet and listen to Bruce Fein explain how the administration crossed the line and how they need to be held accountable. And John Nichols chimed right in with how important it is to get the ship of state back on keel before someone inherits the storm.
Now that I’ve got that off my chest, I wonder just who you are. Young. Old. Man. Woman. Rich. Poor. From dark to light, you look the same to me as I sit at my monitor. If you followed me this far, I’ve got something else to say.
Asking for impeachment and getting it is just the start. I do hope you will realize getting all that materiel and those many servicewomen and servicemen home safely will be no small task. But it will happen if we want it to. Good night and good luck!