War in Iraq
AC Content Producers - including army wives and active military - share their experiences serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom as well as their opinions about the war.
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Senator Harry Reid, a Democrat from Nevada and Senate Majority Leader, says if the US does not change its strategy in Iraq, the war is already lost. The White House and the top Republican in the Senate were quick to refute that statement, made from the floor of the Senate.
By Eric Fleming | Published 4/19/2007
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At its most basic level, Control Room is a film about the Arab satellite TV station Al Jazeera during the early stages of the Iraq War.
By Remark | Published 4/13/2007
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The Iraq War
By The Freelancer | Published 4/2/2007
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An old missile tip under a bag with a detonation cord. Nowadays they are removing pieces of the road at nighttime, placing the bombs and refilling the road for the new morning...
By George F'N Washington | Published 2/27/2007
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There has been endless debate on whether or not the US going to war in Iraq was justified. The most objective way to determine if the Iraq war was justified is to compare it to a war that had broad support from nearly all nations: the war against the Taliban in Afghanistan.
By Bruno Somerset | Published 2/13/2007
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you have to admire the self-sacrificing, noble attitudes that are shared by so many soldiers volunteering to help people. the human aspect of the entire Iraq situation more often than not gets thrown to the wind in favor of political ferver.
By Jared DiCioccio | Published 2/3/2007
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Probably the most controversial political issue in the USA today is Iraq. The Democrats portrayed it as a political and military misadventure of gigantic proportions. For the Republicans, it's a moral crusade.
By Firoze Hirjikaka | Published 2/3/2007
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The new Pentagon decision to lift the limit of mobilization length for the National Guard and Reserve is going to deplete the force.
By Jonathan Lambert | Published 1/30/2007
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Bill McCracken (founder), Americans for the Right to a Speedy Execution (A.R.S.E.), recently commented, When George W. was governor of Texas, it seemed like things were headed in the right direction. We executed 152 criminals in 5 years.
By Baton Rouge Lagniappe | Published 1/30/2007
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There is a kind of received wisdom sweeping certain parts of the political class and the public. It can be expressed thus: Iraq is Vietnam.
By Mark Whittington | Published 1/27/2007
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This article will discuss whether the present situation in Iraq presents new opportunities for U.S. oil companies to expand their business into Iraq, as well as the ethical and legal risks of attempting to do so.
By Melissa Bushman | Published 1/24/2007
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A husband gives his wife the most romantic Valentine's Day without even being on the same continent.
By HJP | Published 1/17/2007
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As the Democrats take the House, the nation prepares for a push to remove American soldiers from deployed locations in the United Arab Emirates, UAE, such as Iraq. Why does a great majority of the nation want the soldiers home?
By Shebah Ba'aseyah | Published 1/17/2007
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To many in the outside world the Iraq war and everything that has happened since its beginning is a necessary evil and/or even a noble thing to do. But to some Iraqi people, it is seen mearly as an unjust occupation, especially after Saddam's ousting and eventual capture.
By Curtis Huggins | Published 1/16/2007
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Tonight I had the pleasure of speaking with a soldier in our American Armed Forces. Private Joshua Carter took the time to answer some of my questions and share a little bit of his life as a soldier with me. Here is what transpired during our interview.
By Antoinette McGowan | Published 1/11/2007
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Time and experience has given DeWayne Browning a unique insight to the wars in Iraq and Vietnam. He served in both as a helicopter pilot.
By Anna Burroughs | Published 1/11/2007
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As a result of the Iraq War, many U.S. soldiers are now being diagnosed with Poly-trauma Syndrome.
By Chrissy & Company | Published 1/3/2007
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While the President prepares to unveil his new Iraq strategy to the country, we as a nation should take the time to listen to what our military leaders are telling us about the war.
By Greg Reeson | Published 1/2/2007
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There is no solution that will produce 100% satisfaction with the Iraqi people. What Iraqis need is the best alternative: something that will produce the greatest amount of satisfaction for Iraqis as a whole. This article will outline one possible alternative.
By Garth Peterson | Published 1/2/2007
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Despite what the left and most members of the media believe, our actions in Iraq are justified and required to ensure America's security. People may be frustrated with the duration of the war, but we must remember why we are there in the first place.
By Stephen Young | Published 12/14/2006
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Now that the recommendations from the Iraq Study Group are public, where do we go from here? Will President Bush change any of his policies,and even if he does, will it have been too late?
By Beth Allen | Published 12/13/2006
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The Sunnis and Shi'ites began a civil war the Thanksgiving day weekend, with nearly 200 Iraqis murdered, mosques burned, beheading in the streets, and Iraqis burned alive. Once again, President Bush denied any wrongdoing...
By Liz Brown | Published 12/7/2006
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I am a proud American who has the courage to stand up in support of the United States military. They stand ready at a moments notice to defend freedom, protect our borders and assist the underdog.
By O. Chip Robinson | Published 11/28/2006
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The proper steps we need to take in order to achieve victory in Iraq.
By Edward Cox | Published 11/27/2006
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How does history judge John Kerry?
By Jeffrey Diaz | Published 11/2/2006
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This article is about some of the difficulties some families face when having a loved one return home from overseas. It also includes what I hope are some helpful tips to try to make the transition a little easier for some families.
By Sarah Naquin | Published 10/9/2006
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Everyone gets orders in the military which can be unsavory, regardless your rank. In order to get promoted, one needs to be "successful." Officers are responsible for the success of the mission....its all a mix for disaster in Iraq.
By Victor Sanders | Published 9/4/2006
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Iraqi Freedom deployment Lundstuhl, Gemany
By Randy Hoff | Published 8/24/2006
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Tough questions to ask our leaders and ourselves regarding our intervention in Iraq.
By Anthony Odom | Published 8/16/2006
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My husband is a soldier who served in OIF III. Soldiers are not alone in their sacrifice to serve our country. We gladly, if reluctantly, give of ourselves to insure the strength of America and the freedom of others around the world.
By Kelly Fowler | Published 7/24/2006
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Many people have loved ones in Iraq, fighting and dealing with death on a daily basis. What's the best way to support our troops? How do you talk to your loved one, who's far away and living a life you can't begin to understand?
By Heather Leah | Published 6/2/2006
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The War in Iraq is in the minds of many, and Americans are looking forward to the end of this war; but where will that leave the people of Iraq? Will they take kindly to a new form of Government?
By Sari Hardyal | Published 11/1/2005
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