Feingold Introduces Iraq Redeployment Act Of 2007 »

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  Amazing1

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:30 p.m.

  Looks good to me. I am delighted to see a plan. A real plan. Not cut and run. It's just a cessation of banging our heads against the wall and wondering why we have a headache. Good for Mr. Feingold. Let's hope we can pressure Congress enough to get this through. With a majority large enough to be veto proof.
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  Spadecaller

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:34 p.m.

  Feingold was direct about his views and didn't play the game of politics. We criticize politicians for talking, for all their posturing, and rightly so, but when one of them stands out and puts his cards on the table, we should let that be heard also. BRAVO!
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  natashas

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:41 p.m.

  I hope Congress approves this as well.
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  Watchemoket

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:43 p.m.

  Hmmm... maybe Russ is considering a higher office? I'd certainly give his candidacy more than a passing look.

  In any event, His statements and actions in this issue show him to be a man of conscience and conviction. BRAVO!
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  jordan11

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:48 p.m.

  by prohibiting funds for continued operations six months after enactment.>>>>

  I'll be darned. How simple. If bush tries anything beyond six months, he puts the troops in harms way, without needed equipment, food, water, etc etc etc. Next, Congress needs to send a Congressional coalition to hold talks with Iran, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and any other nation that is impacted by Iraq's instability. If they can reach an agreement for stabilization, Congress can pass the funds for any help we're able to provide. Then Congress can meet with the UN, if their services are required/needed/requested by the ME countries. Like bush ignores them, they can ignore him and do what needs doing.
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  Beau7890

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:48 p.m.

  I like Russ Feingold a lot. I thought he'd taken himself out of a possible presidential bid.

  I know I'm out here about Obama posts fairly often, but my mind's not made up yet. But I do have to say that Barack introduced his redeployment bill yesterday.

  Seems like quite a few of the Senators would like to take the lead in getting us out of Iraq, and present real plans. I'm happy to see it.
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  Spadecaller

  Jan. 31, 2007, 8:51 p.m.

  March 12, 2006- - In an exclusive interview on "This Week with George Stephanopoulos," Democratic Sen. Russ Feingold called on the Senate to publicly admonish President Bush for approving domestic wiretaps on American citizens without first seeking a legally required court order.

  "This conduct is right in the strike zone of the concept of high crimes and misdemeanors," said Feingold. His motion for censure of the President was not met with much support from the Republically controlled congress and not with a lot of "over" support from his peers in the Democratic party.

  So regardless of his sights on the Presidency, he acts according to what his conscience demands.
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  white-pawn

  Jan. 31, 2007, 9:18 p.m.

  Maybe I missed it, but I don't see where it says they will bring the troops home, just redeploy them from Iraq.

  Redeploy them to where? Iran? Syria?
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  doorguy55n

  Jan. 31, 2007, 11:02 p.m.

  I see the ostrich and Bush haters club are all over this one. The moment the six month deadline goes into effect there will be one of 2 results. Either we find ourselves at another roof top evac or the place goes stone cold peaceable. The first will be a result of increased Iranian and anti-western aid increase (along with subversive operatives) inducing the country to an unstable state in which no semblence of goverment can be sustained upon our leaving OR 2nd it will become mundane and quiet as a buildup takes place and the indiginious populace grow complacent until the last of our troops are gone and then sectarian, political and religious war breaks out making the genocide in Chechnia look like a clam bake. Either way, the Iranians, the religious zealots will get what they wish, a puppet state with no individual freedoms, and another ani-west card in their deck. Watch what you wish for...you may get more than you like.
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  Spadecaller

  Feb. 1, 2007, 4:55 a.m.

  The lesson: Stay out of the "Nation Building Business".

  While we toppled their corrupt government, it only made ours more corrupt and it unleashed the secular hatred of a citizenry that is not ready for the responsibilities of democracy.

  Despite our unwanted interference, when Iraqis kill Iraqis, it's their fingers that pull the triggers; not that this makes it right. Our country was wrong to allow this invasion; but to assume the blame for their civil war is just too grandiose and disingenuous.

  Those in our administration that warn of the blood bath to come after our departure only pretend to care, it is another fear-based threat to keep our troops bogged down in Iraq to provide Halliburton and the other profiteers access to the Iraqi oil, the treasue for which they came.

  If you're tired of the exploitation by this administration, then we will get behind those who will get our troops out of Iraq. Support Feingold's initiative.
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  rickcb

  Feb. 1, 2007, 8:12 a.m.

  For those of you who are interested here is Russ Feingolds' senate website. It has more information about the proposed bil, where he stands on issues, and about Senator Feingold.

  http://feingold.senate.gov/

  Wisconsin...we're not just cow-tippin' hayseeds! LOL
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  joeblowe

  Feb. 1, 2007, 11:48 a.m.

  That's pretty damn funny. The activiteis that are "exceptions" to the withdrawl they hope to acomplish with this, are exactly what we are doing there NOW! This won't make any significant difference.
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  getreal1

  Feb. 1, 2007, 11:56 a.m.

  On the word redeployment I hope that means back to home.
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  topperjax

  Feb. 1, 2007, 1:41 p.m.

  Interesting. I didn't realize that anyone was building backbones for politicians these days. Nice to see that at least one of them out there actually has an opionion with not just options but with merit.

  I may actually WANT to vote in the coming election!
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  NelsonR

  Feb. 1, 2007, 5:37 p.m.

  Its all been said, finally an exit strategy. The problem I see now is Clinton, Obama and others now will attempt to jump on the bandwagon. I sincerely hope all American's know who sponsored this bill.

  Guaranteed, Clinton and Obama and all others will attempt to take credit now that a reality box has been opened. They lead by the polls which is the most abnoxious aspect of politics.s

  I myself desire Mr. Feingold to run for president. His thoughful and correct decision not to vote for this illegal and deceitful civil war was the correct choice before all others.
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  rickcb

  Feb. 2, 2007, 3:02 a.m.

  For those of you who are interested here is a bit of background on Mr. Feingold...

  In 1917, Feingold's family settled in Janesville, Wisconsin, where he was born to parents Leon and Sylvia on March 2, 1953. Feingold graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1975, received a degree from Oxford University as a Rhodes Scholar in 1977, and then went on to Harvard Law School, where he earned his degree in 1979.

  In 1982, in his first try for elective office, Feingold defeated a longtime incumbent and was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate for the 27th District. Feingold was re-elected in 1986 and 1990. When Feingold first ran for the U.S. Senate in 1992, he won a tough three-way primary, and went on to defeat a two-term incumbent. Feingold was reelected to the Senate in 1998 and 2004.

  Senator Feingold has two daughters, Jessica and Ellen. Feingold is a member of Beth Hillel Temple in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He lives in Middleton, Wisconsin.
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  rickcb

  Feb. 2, 2007, 3:06 a.m.

  One more thing about Senator Feingold...he was the lone member of the U.S. Senate to vote AGAINST the "PATRIOT ACT OF 2001."
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  getreal1

  Feb. 9, 2007, 10:55 p.m.

  SpadeCaller Could that missing 12 billion dollars throw a brick wall into Feingold's plan for redeployment?

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