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To: Hawkmoon who wrote (122426)	12/29/2003 1:44:52 AM
From: unclewest	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 281500

Personally, I'm not sure if we'll be able to gain the upper hand in this war without being required to endure a full mobilization of our war making capacity. Hawk, Part of the problem is the UN's refusal to participate in the tough duty. Fortunately our best allies take a different view, but it is not enough. I agree with you. This war has a long long way to go. The outcome is not certain. We need to expand our military now. Eliminating terrorism from Syria, Iran, N Korea, S America and the entire continent of Africa may require a US supported military solution. The article at this link indicates we are stretched too far now. Army stops many soldiers from quitting Orders extend enlistments to curtail shortages msnbc.msn.com Not stated in the article is over 50% of the men on SF "A" Teams today are eligible for retirement. Retired SFers are in high demand. They can find immediate employment in war zones for $150,000 and up. That is a little higher than US Army pay. The draft is the solution and I believe it will be used. uw