Dr. Zane Lawhorn, OD

Issue:  Iraq

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Position Statement:  Whether you agree with the war in Iraq or not, is not what is important, we must support our troops and finish the job.

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Weapons of mass descruction do exist. The continued war in Iraq proves that the invasion of Iraq was the right choice. A hard choice. But the right choice.

No one likes to lose a loved one and I know the feeling. Two months before my best friend was murdered in Beirut in 1983 by terrorists, he wrote a letter. His letter stated 'Zane you wouldn't believe the methods they have over here to kill people and I can't wait to get home'. One of those methods brought him home in a flag draped casket. As painful as it is, the war of Iraq is justified. However, my opinion on the issue is not what is important anymore. The support of our troops is what is important. Proper funding for supplies, equipment and whatever they need is all that matters. I support our troops and will continue to support them no matter how tough it will get. And I expect it to get tougher because the U.N. is no help. America is the only nation willing to pay the price to stop the murderers. They say they want us gone? They are why we are there! Stop murdering innocent people and we would have no reason to keep our sons and daughters there. We want them home and they want to come home. The only thing stopping them is terrorism. America must continue to support the President on this issue. IT'S TIME to elect a Senator that will SUPPORT the Commander in Chief.
2005-10-20
As of today 7 votes have been cast. Six of those have disagreed with my position and I note their position. The violence in Iraq continues because our soldiers are convenient to the terrorists. Why travel to the US to attack Americans when you can attack them in your own backyard? The truth remains. We must stay the course in Iraq. But to make sure readers understand I am not happy with the money we are spending. The planning prior to the invasion appears to have been neglected. The decision if it is true to disband the army turning young soldiers into unemployed weapons was stupid. While I do not have all the facts, I still remain true to our troops. We must support our troops with everything possible to protect them. And yes, to return them home safely as soon as possible. When my best friend was murdered by terrorists in 1983, then President Reagan pulled the remaining troops out of Lebanon. Did that stop terrorism? NO. Pulling out our troops would bring disaster upon our citizens. This is a tough issue and one that I would prefer not to have to consider. But I have studied and researched terrorists as much as possible. We must stay the course.
2005-12-21
Victory for Freedom has been won. The murdering terrorists have failed to prevent the Iraqi people from voting on December 15th. Our troops have won a great victory for the freedom of the people of Iraq. Sadly, the liberal media is disappointed in this and fails the American people by not covering the progress made in Iraq.

Ironically, Democratic officials John Kerry and Howard Dean are just now having a `plan` for Iraq. Little bit late. Real leaders make the right decisions and then stay the course until it is completed. I commend President Bush for putting the freedom of the Iraqi people ahead of himself. His sacrifice, the sacrifice of our fallen heroes and the ongoing sacrifices of our troops have sounded the voice of freedom in a country where it has never existed. Now it is time to turn over the protection of Iraq from murdering criminals to the Iraqi people. ITS TIME to bring our heroes home. No stupid time tables. No stupid redeployments. Victory has been won and ITS TIME to welcome our troops home.
2006-03-20
Should the U.S. withdraw from Iraq? Have we forgotten? United we stand, divided we fall. Do we not think our enemies are watching our news? Shall we now withdraw our troops and let the murder of innocent people continue? Are we not the defenders of freedom and liberty? Its time the people and the media unite behind our troops and stand together against a common enemy. There was a time to withdraw, but not now. We cannot leave until the children can walk to school safely. Evil must not be allowed to win. Unfortunately, many blame President Bush. Many blame anyone but themselves. Our enemies see our divisions. They see we are not united against evil. And they are using it against us. Like it or not, WE are the defenders of freedom in the world. There is NO OTHER. Yes, we have allies, but we are the true strength of what is just and right in the world. I like most, want our troops home safely. And I intend to stand with our President and our troops until that time arrives. I will not support troop withdrawals until the time is right. Not the most popular choice, but it is the right choice.
2007-05-10
The war continues while the Democratic leadership in Congress plays politics. Senator Harry Reid is a coward and should resign. He has no place in leadership while our troops are in harms way. Instead of doing what needs to be done to win the war and bring our troops home. He says the war is lost. America needs strong leadership not cowards who wimply play politics while the brave fight on. I am ashamed of our Congress. And I will voice my opinions in support of the troops even though it may go against the public opinion. True leaders do what is right no matter what the political fallout will be. Senator Reid is not a true leader. Nor is Senators Clinton, Obama or former Senator Edwards. If American voters want the terrorist to defeat America then one of these will be our next President. I support our troops and appreciate their sacrifices.
2007-09-27
Those who oppose the war in Iraq and voted for Democrats enmasse in 2006 got a disappointing shock last night. Leading Democratic presidential candidates at the New Hampshire debate admitted that they will not be withdrawing all troops from Iraq anytime soon. Blaming it of course on President Bush even though some of THEM voted to go to WAR. In the last election, voters rejected the Republican majority in Congress and in numerous state races across the country. Entirely because of the war, hoping the democratic promises would be kept. They have not. Now the truths are being revealed, and voters will have to decide whether to continue believing false hopes or to elect real leadership. If you still believe that democrats will stop the war when they take office in 2009 then you alone are fooling yourself. Whatever the reason was for going to war, it is irrelevant now. We are in a worldwide war against terrorism and we will not fail.
2007-12-17
Violence is down. The Iraqi people are returning. Where is the media? Where is the Democrats? No victory parade scheduled? I like how the Democratic presidential candidates have suddenly found other more important issues to talk about. The same issues Senator Obama is NOT DOING ANYTHING ABOUT IN THE SENATE CAUSE HE IS CAMPAIGNING TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT THEM WHEN HE IS PRESIDENT. yeah right. And Senator Clinton and husband had 8 years in the White House to do something about these same issues. yada, yada, yada......They were wrong about the Iraq War. The media was wrong. They really want us to LOSE! All for their own agendas. I say God Bless our troops for they are doing the right thing even though some here at home are not.
2009-01-31
Iraq holds free elections without incident. Much to the chagrin of democratic politicians who still have us as a failure in Iraq. Free elections from free people who have the right to chose their own future course. Thanks to the bravery and sacrifice of our American Troops. Our troops stand for freedom around the world. And this proves it. We are NOT bent on conquering the world as some suppose.

If you see a democrat politician today please be sure and try to comfort them because they are a sad bunch.

Please tell me your constructive opinions on this issue. If you disagree with my position, please provide some facts that support your position. I welcome all comments that are provided in a constructive and informative manner.
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