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Thursday, March 12, 2009
"The U.S. must learn to live in a world with hostile powers and learn to get along."
That is one message that I heard from Michael Schwartz, author of War Without End, when he participated in the discussion on Lessons From Iraq and the War on Terror this past Thursday at the University of Colorado, Denver campus.
(Wasn't that a lesson that we were supposed to get, on the individual level, in Elementary School? At what point do we drop the lessons and pick up the bombs?)
Schwartz also brought up the point that I have heard several times before:
A Rand Institute study on terrorist groups concluded that there has not been one case of terrorist groups being defeated by war.
Still, the U.S. uses terrorism as an excuse to do whatever is necessary in order to secure our interests.
I wanted to write about the thoughtful discussion that was held on the University of Colorado at Denver campus this past Thursday, but I've found that I can't. I took pages and pages of notes. I also took mental notes of my impressions and feelings about what was said and how it was said. A few years ago, I would have written an article from my notes, but something is blocking me right now and I'm going to listen to it.
The people from the University of Colorado at Denver who created this event were kind, wonderful people and it was a great experience to work with them. They brought speakers, students, and the community together for a much-needed discussion regarding the U.S policy in Iraq and the world.
I enjoyed hearing from each of the speakers, and I learned a lot from both Mr. Schwartz and from the Director of Homeland Security. I could see how, if I were in the shoes of Mr. Recca, Director of the Center of Homeland Security in Colorado Springs, I would see the world the same way that he does.
It was all good. I wish that you could have been there.
Part of the cost of the oil we use.Is this the only way and if so, is it worth it?
Labels: Eyes Wide Open, Iraq War
posted by Carol at 3:47 PM
7 Comments:
Indigo Incarnates
I think that if we had funneled the war money into expanding renewable energy, we would be off the oil habit and also not have the highest national debt on Earth.
I think that you just may be right, Indigo. It sure would have helped!
I think that there is a problem when any one nation has as much power, military and economic, as does our nation.
As for terrorists, no nation can defeat them. There are two many cells located in too many different places.
I am glad you enjoyed the speakers. Yes, . I wish that I could have been there!
Interesting post Carol. Here's a short clip of one wise man's view on sending people into battle (without actually going yourself).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R4UaJNjAfE
Hiya, Carol. Just a quick note to let you know I am back into blogging mode and reopening Left of Centrist. Also, this August, the family and I will be trekking across the country to visit my sister in California. On the trip west, we will be going through Denver, Salt Lake City, Reno, etc. Perhaps we can all get together for a dinner stop in Denver.
Gary,
Thanks for another perspective of war! ;-)
Hi Robert,
I hope that your hip is all happy after its long rest. I'll come over and check out your blog in a moment.
We will most likely be here in August, and it would be great to see you and meet your family while you're in Denver. Do you still have my cell #? It sounds like you guys will have a fun trip!
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