The founding fathers believed in national defense as have most leaders from that time to this. We avoid war when possible, but when it is not possible, we are not (if we are functioning as we should) afraid to take military action. To act against Islamists who have sworn our destruction and now seek atomic weapons is prudent. That the Islamists intend us ill is a not something I made up. It is the announced teaching of Islamist leaders. It is reflected in present day Islamist speeches. It is accepting what the Islamists not only believe but act out as they are able. All evidence points to their seriousness. Iranians have already spoken of places they might bomb including Britain. They are presently being helped to build missiles with increased range. I appreciate that the Iranians you know don't wish to destroy us. It is too bad they don't run Iran. Lawrence -----Original Message----- From: lit-ideas-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:lit-ideas-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Andreas Ramos Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 11:14 PM To: lit-ideas@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [lit-ideas] Re: NRA? > My views are consistent with those of the founding fathers. Are we supposed to believe this as well? The founding fathers tried to avoid wars. Lawrence, you live in some sort of self-inflicted victim world where everyone is out to get you. Relax, dude. Go to Los Angeles. See what the Iranians are like. Totally delicious women and beautiful food. yrs, andreas www.andreas.com ------------------------------------------------------------------ To change your Lit-Ideas settings (subscribe/unsub, vacation on/off, digest on/off), visit www.andreas.com/faq-lit-ideas.html ------------------------------------------------------------------ To change your Lit-Ideas settings (subscribe/unsub, vacation on/off, digest on/off), visit www.andreas.com/faq-lit-ideas.html