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Originally Posted by wrxsti
At this time, I would agree we cannot take on China. When the war on terror has been won, however, we will most likely need to address the potential Chines threat as well.
I believe you misunderstand the reference to the noble cause - it has nothing to do with the Iraqi (or Chinese) people and thier happiness, and everything to do with protecting the interests of the US and keeping our status as the lone superpower.
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Interesting argument. I'd like to address it as I don't think I've seen this before as a rationale for the war.
I agree that protecting one's interests could be a valid reason for war under exceptional circumstances. I don't believe the Iraqi oil was in danger of being cut off in 2003 however. Even if it was, a diplomatic solution could have gotten the job done and I don't mean some flimsy UN resolution.
Keeping the US status as a superpower is extremely important for the sustainable development of human kind in my opinion. I don't think that power was being threatened however. Iran and NK are far more threatening to the US than Iraq ever was. I'd also argue that the occupation has weakened the US substantially.
If I may ask you to clarify your rationale further it would be appreciated.