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The President of the United State has used the phrases “War on Poverty”, “War on Drugs”, War on Illiteracy”, and the “War on Hunger,” when describing the problems Americans are facing. The term ‘war’ is used metaphorically to signify our willingness to devote vast resources, and immense amounts of time to a specified problem. No one seems to have a problem with these phrases as they do not signify our determination to die for the cause.
The Civil War, World War II, and even the Vietnam War or Conflict designates our determination to give the lives of soldiers and spill the blood of the enemy to maintain our freedom. These “real” wars are fought under different set of rules, governing everything from Presidential Powers to civil rights of our citizens. Everyone gets concerned and has an opinion when the term ‘war’ is used in this manner.
“War on Terrorism” would first seem to be used in the metaphorical sense to define our determination to stop terrorism, but out efforts and definitions have made this a “real” war. We have paid with the lives of many soldiers and continue to pay with blood daily. There does not appear to be an end. The use of the word war in the case of terrorism creates numerous dangers.
It is not my intention to end the “War on Terrorism”, or even end the use of the phrase. I believe everyone should be aware of the potential problems and concerns brought about by the War. The “War on Terrorism”, does not have a limit of enemies, a location, or a way to end. Many people are ready to sacrifice their personal freedoms in an act of patriotism to help us win the war. These concerns are the greatest potential for danger with this war.
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...how the U.S. government got wind of his alleged offer to supply military information to the terrorists. Maybe we as Americans are being robbed of our individual liberties and freedoms by the auspices of national security. Instances of such are beginning to take place more often. American citizens are being arrested on alleged information. “We’ve passed a new antiterrorism law which gives our law enforcement officers the necessary tools to track terrorists before they harm Americans. A new terrorism task force is tightening immigration control to make sure no one enters or stays in our country who would harm us.” How is this possible without breeching the individual freedoms of American citizens. Do you really want to live in a society where your every move is analyzed and your actions monitored? America is heading down that path of Big Brother, is it worth it?
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