The first one is a quote by Colin Powell that I just like on principle alone - especially since it was in response to a memeber of the British Royalty questioning the US's "Imperialistic motives" - like they are one's to talk When in England at a fairly large conference, Colin Powell was asked by the Archbishop of Canterbury if our plans for Iraq were just an example of empire building by George Bush. He answered by saying that, "Over the years, the United States has sent many of its fine young men and women into great peril to fight for freedom beyond our borders. The only amount of land we have ever asked for in return is enough to bury those that did not return." It became very quiet in the room. The second link I am posting for a few of you here to use as you see fit. You know who you are http://www.asmincorp.com/thenleave/thenleave_001.htm
I guess all the strategic military bases around the world don't count as "Land"? (Great remark though ... Powell is an awesome speaker.) - RT
Really? I had no idea that you were granted "embassy rights" as a reward for giving military support to another country in some conflict they were having. - RT
