War with Iraq: Is it necessary for War?
As the United States has increased its stature as a democratic imperialistic super power, so has the threat to its nation’s security both to its citizens and its military. The events of September 11th changed the way Americans viewed the world. We once thought ourselves as invincible because of our military strength. However, not even our powerful military could stop a surprising attack within our own country. Our attention has now turned to Iraq and their weapons of mass destruction. These weapons pose a severe threat to the citizens and the military personal of the United States. The Bush administration has clearly expressed our need for a regime change in Iraq so our nation and others will be secure. They’ve suggested using force as a last resort. We must also look at the social, economic, and political implications that attacking Iraq would have on our country and other countries throughout the world.
In reality though, a war with Iraq does have its economic advantages. By changing the regime in Iraq, the United States will be able to have more control over the oil trade. Although the benefits of having more security and not being threatened with weapons of mass destruction certainly outweigh this, one can’t overlook the economic advantage of a regime change in Iraq. The polls show that the majority of the country is in favor of going to war with Iraq. Therefore President Bush also feels going to war has its political advantages as well. Engaging in war is what the majority’s opinion feels is necessary to protect and maintain the security of our country. By sticking to the public’s opinion and going to war, President Bush will increase his approval ratings and in turn he received more votes in this year’s election. Saddam has already been criticized and the public’s view of him throughout the world has already been diminished. The only method to assist his political status would be to put an end to the weapons of...