[Swede1]

I really must add my comment upon on this story authored by Linda S. Heard=Specialist Writer_middle east affairs.
This story is a bonifide contradiction with in it's self.
As a Vet. the son of a Vet. Nephew of Vets. and grandson of Vets. I can MORE than except and even applaude what these Marines are accused of doing. They have in my mind shown the WAY! Nation Building...Bull Shit! We have to create an atmosphere of "fear" so intense that the general population will refuse to hid the real problem. These normal Arabs cater only to the STRONGEST, and will accomidate only the STONGEST! These Marines show just exactly how to do it! Hid, help, conceal our enemies will cause harm. We are not doing enough to create cooperation using STRENGTH!

Swede1

[Donald Meaker]

I would caution you.

When accused of seduction, do not brag about rape.