A tough thread

I think we all need to be on the same side here. At least for now. Passing judgment too early based on media reports is certainly not wise. I have been guilty of that more times than I would like to admit.

I know rage. Not road rage, but the kind where the blinders go up and all focus is on the threat (or perceived threat). Bad decisions can easily be made. I know too that when there is a perception of "I have nothing to lose", watch out. There is nothing more dangerous than someone who perceives that they have nothing to lose.

I'll tell you, my heart really goes out to the soldiers. And I am prompted to ask....

Vince, when was the last time you shook a soldier's hand and just said, "Thanks" while resisting any attempt to paint the war as bad? No matter what you print here, only you know the real answer to that.

At the same time, I have no problem at all picturing Oregonian in the same situation...saying just "Thanks" that is.

At any rate, I certainly hope there will be no "Cheering" when this is over. There can be no winner. I can't say what I feel now...it would get censored, so just use your imagination.