I define freedom as the ability for everyone to do as they wish without interfering with that same freedom for others. Therefore any person or organization that imposes its will on others (except in self-defense) is acting against the interests of freedom. But to Bush and his lackeys "freedom" is just a buzzword thrown around which means any government which does not oppose the policies of the US government. For instance, one of the justifications for going into Iraq was to "spread democracy", yet the US government conveniently ignores really anti-democratic governments (much more anti-democratic than the one we have in America) that are willing to cooperate with US interests, and in many many instances gives or has given aid to the most brutal of dictatorships, like Saudi Arabia and yes, even Saddam himself (see attached picture). In some places, like Chile and Nicaragua, it has overthrown democratically elected leaders through military coup and replaced them with harsh authoritarian régimes who just so happen to be more open to US policy. The idea that our government is genuinely interested in its undefined, nebulous idea of "freedom" is obviously a farce. It's just a buzzword to attract people to whatever it feels like doing.
ermitonto Reviewed by ermitonto on . Political Hypocrisy This is just something I've been thinking about lately and thought I would share it. By no means do I mean to insult anyone or their opinions. Also, I would like to note that I am an ardent opponent of the Bush administration and the war in Iraq, and I really don't identify with or trust any political parties. Anyway, I am irritated by the reasons so many people give for opposing the war in Iraq. Our government is often pressured into using our military for humanitarian reasons, just look Rating: 5