The drones issue shows how sociopathic American politics are, because our foreign policy is marketed and sold to us on the premise of “toughness.” Obama touts these drone strikes, which have killed hundreds of innocent people, as if they’re badges of honor. This leaves his challenger little recourse but to say “Yeah! I love drones too! Drones are awesome! Kabooom kaboom!” Because of the way our politics are, neither man can DARE mention the true effect of these strikes, the blood that is spilled, the communities that are devastated, the families that are destroyed. What does it say about us, as Americans, that we shun any politician who reminds us that our actions have consequences for other people? What does it say that we look away?
I don’t know why Stantis seems to be under the impression that the drones are a partisan issue. If Romney gets in, he’ll continue them, perhaps even amp them up, the way Obama did before him.
rhtatro over 11 years ago
Like the terrorists do. Set off one bomb, and then another after rescuers arrive on scene.
zellman over 11 years ago
At this point in the election nothing can alienate Obama’s base, just like nothing can alienate Romney’s base. Now it is just a fight for the middle.
Badfisherman over 11 years ago
Barry needs no drones for he’s got those “Executive Orders” giving him ultimate power.
Comic Minister Premium Member over 11 years ago
I don’t think so Kevin.
JLG Premium Member over 11 years ago
The drones issue shows how sociopathic American politics are, because our foreign policy is marketed and sold to us on the premise of “toughness.” Obama touts these drone strikes, which have killed hundreds of innocent people, as if they’re badges of honor. This leaves his challenger little recourse but to say “Yeah! I love drones too! Drones are awesome! Kabooom kaboom!” Because of the way our politics are, neither man can DARE mention the true effect of these strikes, the blood that is spilled, the communities that are devastated, the families that are destroyed. What does it say about us, as Americans, that we shun any politician who reminds us that our actions have consequences for other people? What does it say that we look away?
I don’t know why Stantis seems to be under the impression that the drones are a partisan issue. If Romney gets in, he’ll continue them, perhaps even amp them up, the way Obama did before him.