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Barack Obama: Obama opposed the War in Iraq since day one. Back in 2002 he warned of “an occupation of undetermined length, with undetermined costs, and undetermined consequences.” Obama intends to remove troops from Iraq immediately. Every month he will remove either one or two brigades. Within 16 months Obama plans to have all of the combat brigades out of Iraq. Nevertheless, he will keep some troops in Iraq to protect the US embassy and diplomats.


Hilary Clinton: Even though Hillary mistakenly voted yes to the war in Iraq, she too wants to end US military interference in Iraq’s civil war. She plans to bring our troops home. In her first 60 days of office Hillary Clinton plans to convene the Joint Chiefs of Staff, her National Security Council, and her Secretary of Defense in efforts of directing them in conducting a feasible plan to bring the troops home. She also intends to direct the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs to prepare an inclusive plan to provide the best health care and benefits to every service member.

John McCain: McCain on the other hand doesn’t mind if US troops stay in Iraq for another 100 years. One of McCain’s first goals is to build an Iraqi army because he thinks that will ensure Iraq’s ability to govern properly. McCain wants these troops to play a key role in keeping Iraq secure. He does not want to withdraw US troops until Iraq is stabilized. McCain believe that a withdrawal of US troops from Iraq would merely condemn Iraq to civil war.

I think Barack Obama’s proposal was the strongest solution oriented one because it’s the most pragmatic, and you can tell by his devotion, perseverance, and speech that he truly wants to make a change. Barack beautifully states that “we will come together because we believe that in the face of war there can be peace. In the face of despair we believe there can be hope. And in the face of a politics that’s shut us out, told us to settle, that’s divided us for too long, we believe we can be one people reaching for what’s possible.”

A fallacy that I came across was how Hillary Clinton continues to say “I oppose the Iraq war” when in reality she voted yes to the war! She keeps using the excuse “I trusted Bush to be responsible but he abused the trust”. I can not say anything negative about Barack Obama. Every word that he utters is golden. Every notion that he engenders is sheer ingenious. McCain’s remark about the Iraq war saying he will keep the troops in Iraq for 100 years more if he has to was uncalled for. He gave off the impression that he was abusing his authority with such remarks.

First first question goes to Barack Obama: Do you have a back up plan if your plan to withdraw US troops from Iraq within the first 16 months of your presidency fails?
Second question goes to Hillary Clinton: Why do you keep saying that you bring “experience” to the table and belittle Obama by saying he brings “speeches”?




I joined the facebook group “One Million Strong for Obama” a year ago after Senator Barack Obama’s first visit to George Mason University. Since then, I consider myself an “Obama advocator”. This group keeps us up to date with Obama’s campaign events and we learn more about his movement for change. You too can join this group; it is only a click away.

Michelle’s discussed the big issue of health care. She pointed out that Hillary and Barack have relatively similar approaches to withdraw US troops from Iraq. McCain wants the patients themselves to be able to make decisions and carry on more responsibility. Michelle introduced the GMU College Republicans or Democrats groups that provide many opportunities for persons to take action.

Noor discussed the Iraq war. She seems to be so passionate about this topic and deliberated it exceptionally. She explained how Obama wants to withdraw US troops from Iraq immediately but not completely.