We have the best military in the world.

[DemocratSinceBirth]

It should be used judiciously and there should be carefully defined objectives. The liberation of Kuwait and Kosovo are two such examples. The former was fought under a UN flag and the latter prevented further ethnic cleansing by the Serbs.

[Hoyt]

1. Kind of like our healthcare system. We spend more money, but results

are questionable.

Agree with objectives, and occupation of a foreign country only as a last resort.

[DemocratSinceBirth]

2. Kuwait was a success.

It's still a monarchy but it also has a parliament where vigorous debate occurs. Freedom House rates it partly free. There are only a handful of M E nations that enjoy that rating.

[Hoyt]

3. Agree. Daddy bush had enough sense not to occupy countries.