gypsyman, it would appear we are not that far apart on views. Yes, as idiotic as GW has performed he DOES look like a rocket scientist up next to the democratic stable of candidates. However he still is what HE is. I voted for him as governor down here in Texas, each time he ran, and he did a good job in my opinion, and I voted for him both times as president. The lesser of two evils if you will. However, would I do it again? Absolutely not. I have come to realize that accepting the lesser of two evils is what is wrong with this country. We have learned to expect less, and accept less, and that is what we get. Less!
My understanding concerning Hussien and al queda is nothing but pure hatred between the two. They represented interference to him concerning his reign as dictator and he had zero tolerance toward them.
The money from Saudi Arabia to fund terrorism has been documented as coming from government officials and this only goes back to my post concerning calling a nation friend when they are no such thing.
I am aware of the Bin Lauden wealth, including Osama's own wealth, and that in itself is another point to ponder. Though I am not one prone to conspiracy theories and such, there is a publicly known connection between families such as the Bin Laudins concerning oil field wealth and Washington politicians. They start at the White house and we all know what rolls down hill.
Hussien was undercutting oil prices to other countries, Saudi Arabia and the U.S. did not like it. So, the rest will be history.
And yes, we have stepped into a religious war that has been brewing for centuries, however, I do not believe that it is win-able in its' present format.
Issues must be confronted directly and identified for what they actually are, instead of Washington spin. Muslims are a peaceful lot in small groups and appear harmless however, when sufficient numbers are present, their demeanor changes. France, England, and other countries are testimony to this. Islam has way over stepped it's bounds in this country and in my opinion should be deported to a country where it is welcomed as THE religion. A little draconian? Perhaps, but a rattler never really makes a good pet, regardless of how you care for it. JMO