Let's be very clear however about the main difference between the two.
I didn't read the article but it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that the God that Bush follows and the "god" that the radical islamics follow are two totally different things.
Bush's God won't ever be telling him to "push the button" in order to eliminate those don't believe a certain religion, to wipe out infidels who won't convert, or in an effort to make the entire world a "Christian" world. Furthermore, it amazes me that people say they're just as scared of Bush because he's a Christian yet pay no attention at all to the fanatics who have openly called for the destruction of Israel and won't rest until it happens.
A very, very big difference between the two indeed so let's not confuse the two.
(Sorry, after re reading, sounded like I was having a go at you Blair. That line I bold faced is what we hear so much from the left wingers over here, the most recent being Rosie O'Donnell saying that "Radical Christianity" was just as dangerous as "Radical Islam." Sure Rosie, next time you see some "radical Christians" fly jetliners into buildings, let us know. At any rate, didn't want to come across as "shooting the messenger.")
hehe, you know I don't take stuff personal, with a face like this, how could I?
But sorry Tex, I gotta...
You're quite right, there is a HUGE difference... you see there is a limit to the damage that Al Quaeda and all of their fundamentalist buddies can do. 9/11 as horrific as it was will have taken years to bring to bear, for a total casualty figure of under 5000. (This is no way to diminish the tragedy of the event, we're no strangers to terrorist atrocities on this side of the pond ... ironically, many of which were part subsidised by US- based, Christian, Republican 'Charities' during the 70s and 80s.. however, the point is, that this is approaching the pinnacle of what an organisation such as Al Quaeda can achieve)
Young George however, is not encumbered by logistical or financial shortfalls, he has more resources available and at his disposal than any other man on the planet. The fact that he 'trusts his gut', or his faith, rather than the facts, is something of a concern therefore.
Even more of a concern was his reaction to the Intelligence community report on Iran. Had evidence of working towards WMDs been found, you could understand a hardening of line, however, when it was reported that Iran had made no effort whatsoever to develop a Nuclear Capability, George insisted that it proved they were a threat, because 'they might start at any time'... to be blunt, it doesn't matter what the Int was, he had already decided the way things were going to play, the facts - as inconvenient as they were, could just go hang.
Fortunately, he's not long in office, and McCain is a far better option for your side of the political spectrum, he has some understanding of the realities of war for a start, and a fundamental grip on reality too (which will make a change) ... my own view is that your country could do with at least 4 years under President Obama... you'll be surprised what a difference internationally a change can make (Hillary's already been in twice).
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