We are at War

We Are at War

When asked about my response on this topic, I had to think twice. Not so much about my overall response, but just how I would express it. My politically correct side would say “this was a mistake that has had an impact on everyone”, but my Italian side wants to say “this is bullshit”. What good has come from this war? What were the Americans fighting for anyways? To me, there has just been too many conspiracies and evidence that has lead to me believe George W. Bush was in on this all along. September 11th was a terrifying and tragic day that has changed our lives forever. We all remember where we were, and what we were doing when we got the news of America being under attack. If you look back in time, you would be able to tell Americans are not ones to be pushed around. So was it a suprise when they declared war?

Since American, Canadian, and British troops have been deployed in Iraq, thousands of innocent civilians and soldiers have been killed, and not a damn thing has been resolved or accomplished. This entire presidency has been drama and controversy from day one. It is evident that the American population has come to realize they got played for fools. On almost every late night television program (Letterman, Leno, Conan O’Brien etc.) there is a segment dedicated to joking about or insulting their lame duck president.

I just feel really bitter about this entire war because prior to September 11th, it seemed like life was good. The economy was fairly stable, you could afford to vacation, and life wasn’t as stressful. Now, we are in the midst of a recession and just witnessed the largest single day crash in the stock markets. It all seems like this all could have been avoided. I do pay attention to American politics via Steven Colbert, John Stewart and mainstream American news and wish the best for their county. I wish this for them not only because we as Canadians heavily rely on them as trading partners, but because their population needs a break from the bull crap that has occurred the past 8 years of their lives.