March 14, 2003

It has been about six months since the UN adopted its resolution, giving Iraq, "One last chance". It is obvious the resolution is not worth the paper it is written on.

The "Iraqi Axis", France, Belgium, Germany, China and Russia will not follow this or any resolution that interferes with their economic and politic aims.

Time is short. The days are getting longer and hotter with dust storms that can easily cripple men and their machines.

Our readiness is at its peak, our soldiers are now being worn down by the deteriorating conditions. This is not fair to them. Sure, generals will say they can be just as effective 30 days from now as they are today. They have to say that, that is what the President wants to hear.

I don't believe it. Many others don't either. It doesn't make sense.

Now Saddam is moving his troops and weapons around, getting ready. Who wouldn't blame him? It isn't a surprise.

It appears there will be a war. The question is when.

Now is the time to OUR troops and weapons, down the road to Baghdad. Let's get on with this dirty and lethal business.