What does it mean when americans say War on Terror?

By tascerUSA  

Isn't ironic, war and terror, aren't they the same, so what is American really fighting and what are the consequences? Can one cure a disease with another disease, I don't know, maybe in the medical field, but I kind of doubt it in social realm. I could be just wrong, but most americans consider themselves to be very practical Christians and I ask then what happened to Jesus teachings on retaliation. "Turn the other cheek" maybe it is understood the other's cheek and red.

The "war on terror" is a euphemism, political posturing. Just like "the war on drugs," "the war on poverty." See where those "wars" have gotten us? I have no problem with taking out terrorists, but don't make a big deal out of it or turn it into a photo op. "Just do it."

What do you think accounts for the difference in perception between World War II and the War on Terror?

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4 Responses to “What does it mean when americans say War on Terror?”

  1. george w on June 9th, 2009 4:56 am

    yes it is ironic, and no we have no reason to be in Iraq, I say we bring our troops back home and stop this frivolous spending of money> Look how many millions were spent to destroy , then millions more to rebuild just so we can destroy again. SOUNDS LIKE REAL GENIUS RUNNING THIS COUNTRY
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  2. t d on June 9th, 2009 5:21 am

    It's just an expression, meaning a struggle against terrorism

    It bears the greatest similarity, historically, to the 18th century's war on piracy, which was conducted mostly by the British Navy, though the US nave also contributed by destroying the Pirate Fiefdoms of the Barbary Coast.

    The success of these campaigns proves the falsity of your doubts.

    It is quite possible to end terror through millitary means.

    As for the loquacious Jewish carpenter; his opinions are all very well if you wish to end up crucified; some of us, however, would prefer to avoid the prospect.
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  3. Bjorkmeister on June 9th, 2009 5:31 am

    There are almost 300 million Americans.

    Its a gross oversimplification to lump all of our varied backgrounds, ethnicities and political leanings into one neat category.
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  4. nomad74 on June 9th, 2009 5:56 am

    The "war on terror" is a euphemism, political posturing. Just like "the war on drugs," "the war on poverty." See where those "wars" have gotten us? I have no problem with taking out terrorists, but don't make a big deal out of it or turn it into a photo op. "Just do it."
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