Poll: Can Iraq be disarmed peacefully?

[Miramonti]

yes, no?

 

[dawks]

disarmed of what? as blix stated today, they have nothing right now. no evidence can be found.

Im not saying they dont have any weapons.. but until theres proof, why do we need a war?

I just dont understand why US citizens are so absolutly positive that Iraq has these weapons, yet they have NO proof. And US citizens are so positive that Iraq has these weapons, yet the UN with 200+ inspectors IN IRAQ, CANNOT find anything. But US citizens, several thousands of miles away ARE ABSOLUTLY POSITIVE Iraq has weapons, based on one thing, what BUSH says.

I dont get it. The rest of the world is sooo against it.. all they want is proof, which noone can provide..

Im sure if some proof could be provided, the US would gain more backing.. Until then, bushs word, just isnt enough.

Its interesting, the only two countries pushing so hard for this are the two that need oil the most..

 

[Queasy]

Daz, go look at the previous inspections during the 90s. They found tons of nerve gas, chemical weapons, biological agents, etc and it is known that Saddam has been developing a nuclear weapon program.

The point of UN Resolution 1441 was not to go in there and hunt all over Iraq for weapons that Saddam is hiding. It was for Iraq to come forward and show that it has dismantled all its WMDs and WMD programs and to show that is in compliance with the previous 16 UN Resolutions.

Iraq has not done that. End of story.

 

[Zebo]

Well if use NK and China as our historical example it makes no sense for saddam to disarm he needs nukes and lots of them to be let alone and continue his carnage.

Hell we are scared to even impose sanctions againist NK and China is our best friend while they kill millions and still have slavery. NO.

 

[Piano Man]

Although I'd like to see Saddam go, the consequences of going into Iraq are far too dangerous and too many to be uncounted for. That's why I still support inspections.. Did I also mention its way cheaper as well?

 

[Jmman]

You know this whole thing reminds me of the OJ trial. He had motive. He threatened to kill her in the past. He beat her. His blood was found at the crime scene. Her blood was found on his clothes, his house, his truck. He had a disguise and was trying to avoid law enforcement. And some people still think that he didn't do it!


People of the world! Please pull your head out of the sand, or out of that posterior body orifice. You are risking colon cancer or intestinal damage if you keep it inserted like that.......

:|

 

[dahunan]

WE gave him the weapons and the knowledge of how to make them... and instead of following the UN Resolutions after Desert Storm the inspectors were forced to leave due to Saddams unwillingness to cooperate approximately TEN years ago.

Since he has not been montiored AND Has NOT been in compliance with PAST Resolutions WHY will he comply NOW??

 

[fonzinator]

"Disarmed" - yes.
Disarmed - no.

 

[exp]

Can Iraq be disarmed peacefully?

Theoretically? Yes, but only if Saddam genuinely decides to actively cooperate with inspectors. So far that has not happened and while he could still conceivably change his mind I'm not holding my breath over it.

So (reluctantly) I must vote "No."

 

[conjur]

Originally posted by: DaZ
disarmed of what? as blix stated today, they have nothing right now. no evidence can be found.

Im not saying they dont have any weapons.. but until theres proof, why do we need a war?

I just dont understand why US citizens are so absolutly positive that Iraq has these weapons, yet they have NO proof. And US citizens are so positive that Iraq has these weapons, yet the UN with 200+ inspectors IN IRAQ, CANNOT find anything. But US citizens, several thousands of miles away ARE ABSOLUTLY POSITIVE Iraq has weapons, based on one thing, what BUSH says.

I dont get it. The rest of the world is sooo against it.. all they want is proof, which noone can provide..

Im sure if some proof could be provided, the US would gain more backing.. Until then, bushs word, just isnt enough.

Its interesting, the only two countries pushing so hard for this are the two that need oil the most..

Uhh....again, the whole concept of U.N. Resolution 1441 sails over someone's head.

The inspectors are not out to FIND the weapons. They are out to find PROOF THAT THE WEAPONS WERE DESTROYED!

That proof has not been found and, thus, Iraq is in violation of the resolution.

 

[flavio]

Originally posted by: Piano Man
Although I'd like to see Saddam go, the consequences of going into Iraq are far too dangerous and too many to be uncounted for. That's why I still support inspections.. Did I also mention its way cheaper as well?

Good points.

 

[spaceman]

The Silent Majority

 

[Scarpozzi]

I chose the first option. I don't believe it will ACTUALLY happen, but there are talks that if we use enough threatening force and get the security council behind it, we might be able to oust Saddam from power. If we can get him to leave Iraq, we can then disarm the country without a war. Iraqis are great people and a strong nation....despite who is currently controlling it. I would hate to see war in their homeland....not to mention our own. I think Saddam should step down and live in Exile. He's already lost the first time...he knows what we are capable of.

 

[spaceman]

Originally posted by: Scarpozzi
I chose the first option. I don't believe it will ACTUALLY happen, but there are talks that if we use enough threatening force and get the security council behind it, we might be able to oust Saddam from power. If we can get him to leave Iraq, we can then disarm the country without a war. Iraqis are great people and a strong nation....despite who is currently controlling it. I would hate to see war in their homeland....not to mention our own. I think Saddam should step down and live in Exile. He's already lost the first time...he knows what we are capable of.

i would love if Saddam stepped down, hell i would throw a party!

 

[hagbard]

Definately....pizza night!