‘Anything Not to Go Back’

To Riff2422: You state "There are no troops that do not re-enlist that will see the iraq theatre more than twice in their service. They don't whine about it obviously, so um don't feel bad. The funniest thing about this war is that the ones that have never served whine the most." You also claim to be an Iraq Vet. You know what? I think your full of it. If you even ARE or WERE in the military, I have doubts that you've ever been in a warzone. Hey, anyone can buy a uniform and look "official" at the military surplus stores. My husband has never whined once, even after serving 5 tours in Iraq and Afganistan, nor have any of my friends. Last I checked, this is still America and we all have the right to voice our opinions, even if I find yours borderline offensive. You are brainwashed and probably not very smart, you also seem very gung-ho about fighting in Iraq, so I suggest you go back to Iraq or Afganistan so my husband doesn't have to do a SIXTH tour while you sit around whining about people sitting at their desks trying to earn a living while their loved ones very well COULD be (in my case IS) away in a war zone - you stupid, ignorant fool! Oh yeah, happy holidays everyone!

Regarding multiple tours of duty for people enlisted in the reserves, has anyone here EVER heard of the "back door draft"? Or Stop Loss? My husband has completed 5 tours!!!!!!!!!!!!! The first 4 were because of the tiny little writing on the contract he signed when he initally joined full-time, about how he could be recalled in time of need, etc., etc. So stop your whining about people enlisting and then being cowards. YOU try doing what they are forced to do not once, or twice, or three times or even four or five! Any of you have a problem with that, I'll be more than happy to give you my phone number and we can talk. As far as all the political BS on this site, SHUT UP! You have so much to say, I suggest you go speak to a veteran (preferrably wounded and VERY young) and rant to them about some of what I've seen here. PTSD does exist, bet you don't believe that either, and I'd LOVE to see just one of our veterans that are finally home shut a few of you up for good. Shame on you, you're a disgrace - go live in another country. PS - it took my husband over 8 months to receive ANY reimubursement for a few college courses taken....yet one of you big mouths claim people join for free education? You have to be joking. They say anything to get you in, then they screw your balls to the wall.

My brothers son has been home from camp liberty.He is trying to work out his marriage troubles.His wife was whith a 30 year old man and my nephew has two choildren beteew them,He has to go back to camp liberty in 5 days and thee is no acoplishment with marriage.He is ver distraught and I fear a suicidebecause of this.Please e-mail me on who I can contact for help for him.I am his uncle and he is only 22.My e-mail is DEPUTY409@AOL.COM.i LOVE HIM VERY MUCH.

My point is never and never was that it made any Americans' life safer, thats ridiculous. My point is that 60 something percent of the US wanted to take out Saddam. You send our military somewhere don't start crying when things get tough. You send the military let them defeat the enemy. I personally never saw a reason for invading Iraq whether or not there were WMD's. Seriously whats the difference (and for all the fruits that believe Bush lied why not just plant them?) But we're there, we've broken a lot of stuff it's our job and duty to clean up the mess. Why run when things are getting better? Furthermore if we did pull out all our troops immediately the real murderer would be the citizens and politicians of the U.S. You can say whatever about Bush getting us into Iraq, but every single man, women and child demanding immediate withdrawal of our troops would have the blood of every Iraqi that died in the ensuing chaos on their hands. If and when we succeed it doesnt hurt to have a chance to bring some light to a dark region in the world. These people still live like it's the 1200's still in some regards. But like every other sane person in the world I want peace, just one that will last. With the successes we've witnessed in the last 6 mos. it would be foolish to pull our troops home so soon. (Just ask Obama : P) Bet you loved to hear that huh????

Can you honestly blame them! Today a soldier was discharged for throwing a dog over a cliff. I am not condoning this type of behavior, but seeing your comrads get blown up may tend to distort your judgement. Why are these kids being held to a higher standard than the deginerates in Washington that rig a presidential election, a President who sat out Viet Nam in the Texas National guard, who lied to get us in a war that doesnt benefit our national interests , a war he said would cost 100 billion that is actually going to cost an estimated 3 trilion dollars, and still not solve our national security issues. Who in their right mind would want to serve multiple tours while Bush prepares to fade into the Texas sunlight! Are you kidding Me !!!!!

To rif2422 - my friend, you are brainwashed. Keep on believing your "truths", but this 25 year veteran doesn't fall for your BS.

Anyone that joins the military "signs up" for whatever they get, HOWEVER our elected officials should have the wisdom and judgement to not so easily put our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines in harms way so readily. Invading Iraq was NOT necessary and as others have pointed out Iraq had nothing to do with 9/11. For all the lives lost in Iraq it has not made the US safer, instead it provided a breeding and training ground for future operations against the US. The only good news for you rif2422 is that McCain will let you stay in Iraq for 100 years........write to us and let us know when you are on your 10th tour over there. Stay safe and please do not tell me that you are making it safer for me by being in Iraq, because you are NOT!

This war just makes me sad. I think about the lives of those young men and women all the time. All this over oil? All this to finish the fight of Bush Sr.? Such a waste of mankind. One thing is for certain if your looking for President Bush to say he was wrong, that my friend, will never happen.

Hey!! dont worry about it, according to John mcCain its "Not Too Important!

Yes, especially those who find themselves deploying four or more times. Iran and Iraq fought for more than a decade. I believe now together they'll fight the United States for decades to come ie., if the United States does not withdraw. The new elected President of the United States will have to be a man with wisdom and intelligence this time around to in order to conquer evil. A President who will not just look to technology and science but one who is willing to follow the old path of life and walk therein.

Democrazy pls. don't be so harsh. A lot of these soldiers are being asked to do more than one tour of duty, they did not sign up for that!

These so call soldiers were all gung-ho for the free money for education and such but when it came time to heed the call they showed that they are nothing more than COWARDS! Wrong war,wrong time BUT you do your duty,you swore an oath!