I didn't even realize we'd reached five years. Five years, that is, since the authorization of military force in Iraq passed. I was heartened to read this opinion article in The Washington Post that spells out, albeit briefly, a nice summary of what we've done, what we haven't done, and where we are today, five years on. As I read, I knew where the article's twelve authors (all former U.S. Army captains) were leading. Like the Book of Ruth, the real point is at the tail end - the final paragraph. While I don't entirely agree with the two possible choices they spell out, I find their direct language ("It's time to make a choice.") both refreshing and long overdue.
After all, we all, every single one of us, as a republic, got into this five years ago. We all, every single one of us, need to take responsibility for our actions.
The Pacific Northwest is a haven for spiders. There are three of them, right now, weaving tangled webs outside my window. I know exactly how they feel.
Posted by James at October 16, 2007 08:09 AM