Canada - We Grieve With You

Some self-proclaimed patriotic Americans would like us to believe that Canada is a socialistic country full of bleeding heart liberals. Some right- wing talking heads argue that Canada is 'weak on fighting terror' because most Canadians strongly disagree with the official American position on Iraq. Yet, these critics forget one very important point. Canada has been a loyal and trusted American ally in the real war on terror.

This evening I read: KABUL (Reuters) - Six Canadian soldiers were killed and two wounded in southern Afghanistan on Sunday when their vehicle was blown up by a roadside bomb in the worst attack on 33,000-strong NATO multinational force fighting Taliban insurgents in several months. [more]

At a time when American politicians are debating the fate of America's overstretched military occupation of Iraq (our elective war) it is more fitting than ever to re-evaluate our real War on Terror strategy in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

The NATO force deployed in the region is a true "coalition of the willing." According to this article, "Last year saw the bloodiest fighting by Taliban insurgents since they were ousted from power in 2001. Most of the fighting has been in Helmand and neighboring Kandahar province, which provide the bulwark of support for the rebels.

Almost all NATO'S combat activities in Afghanistan are being conducted by U.S., British, Canadian and Dutch soldiers in the south and east, bordering Pakistan."

Meanwhile here in Detroit (aka HockeyTown) the NHL Playoffs are about to begin. We are saddened to learn that six hockey fans will not have an opportunity to see this year's Stanley Cup games, or their families ever again. War is hell. Thank you Canada for your support in the real war on terror. May the rest of America honor your sacrifice.

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