"without stepping on a few toes"
That is truly a very assnine statement. To even equate killing a civilian with "stepping on a few toes" truly shows a lack of concern for the non-combatants killed. It makes the US Marines look no better than Saddam's henchman. If you didn't mean it the way it sounded you should preview and edit your comments before posting them. If this is just 'stepping on a few toes" in your mind, you should take a good long look in mirror. Consider professional help.