Osam Bin Laden is dead

[Recently_Awoken]

now that our service men and women have done what thy were sent to do, its time to bring them home.

I'm not military here, so I can only offer a citizen opinion.

Folding up tents in Afghan and Iraq (et all) probably wouldn't serve our country very well. Usama is one dude. Another snake will rise up and replace him, leading another massive attack on us or our allies (though that list grows thinner each day).

And yes, absolutely. Killing that SOB is a victory, and it's a total smack down to what Usama indoctrinated and preached with to his minions... that the US is a paper tiger. Under the last administration, we have Mobilized entire armies, completely revamped how gov agencies communicate (share info), creeped closer to the line and okayed enhanced interrogation and off continent detainment, and essentially constructed the local bases and infrastructure that made this recent victory a possibility. Quite contrary to Usama's assessment of us, the US has taken it's gloves off and chased him and his bastards to the four corners of the earth... never stopping until they are detained, defeated, or dead... (que up photo of Bin Laden's brain bucket). Nearly a decade in the making. It's easy to gloss over that fact. The hunt for him took a decade and spanned two presidencies.

Folding up tents now and delcaring a victory... that doesn't sit well with me, and I cringe at how it would sit with the morale of the Taliban and Al Queda. He's one guy, and he'll be replaced. Now I know it won't happen with this administration, but I think we should push deeper. Perhaps pull back in some areas but definitely reach out in others and keep the pressure on these wackos. Give them the death they publically beg for, but do it at a time and place of our choosing... away from our children and monuments.

Just one opinion.
RA

[PT945]

now that our service men and women have done what thy were sent to do, its time to bring them home.

[TennOutdoors]

I for one believe it for now. IMO if it were a lie, Al Qaida could have blackened the US eye five minutes after Obama's speech by having Osama give a speech on Al Jazira.(spelling?).

but I dont see it having much of an affect on Terror attacks. in some ways Osama prestige drew in fighters and support. with him gone, some will question whether Allah are still on their side. others will leave becuase their hero is now dead. a few might stay for revenge.

Some backers will no longer support them, but others might spring up because they didnt like Osama.

at the moment I tend to think that Al qaida has a month maybe two to make an attack in response. or they will lose support and their reputation in the jihadist movement will suffer.

the biggest strike how ever is on the religious side. with their Blessed leader dead at the hands of the US. it pokes them right in their fundimentalist mindset. right now several are wondering if Allah has abandoned them at that will have an impact out of proportion to Osama's death. whether it ends up affecting their operations enough to be obvious to the world is yet to be seen.

personally I think Al qaida is not a monolithic group, but a loose confederation of like minded fanatical organizations, most with different overall goals. and with Osama gone there will be cracks appearing that might just shake it apart over time.

anyway LOL sorry for the monologue. good Riddance to the human trash called Osama.

[Demorian]

The only way to truly believe it is for proper DNA results and a body for facial recognition software. Otherwise this is the normal dog and pony show put on by the government when they want to coverup something else. Saw this smoke and mirrors game pulled off a lot while in the Marines.
As for the burial at sea per Muslim custom, I would get banned in about 5 seconds if I voiced my opinion of Muslim customs.

[Snow Walker]

I for one have numerous doubts. All I have to say is Americans really need to start asking some questions rather then just take the media and governments word for it. Sorry, I need more proof. I like to think things out before jumping into or on board anything.

Blind Faith In Leadership Will Get you Killed.

If it is true, I give all the credit to President Bush and our Military NOT obama!

[Echo2]

Ok, I'm thinking this:
1) Obama taking credit?? "Under MY direction..." - like he made the plans and called all the shots.
2) A burial at sea??? Doesn't anyone else find it odd?
3) Pakistan? Our "allies"????
4) Retaliation anyone?
5) LOL...the amzing burst of Patriotism was amazing! Must have made Soros and Obama a might uncomfortable, they'd been thinking no one knew the pledge of aliegance or the national anthem any more.

Will you please, try to refrain from reading my mind?....:)

Well put....

-now there may be reason to do the whole passport revamp....look it up...illegals will rejoice....

-now they can say "we have credible information..."that's why we must restrict you from....

-he gets to place a false feather in his cap and preach, "look what "I" did....no one else could"....." I made you safer..."...

-fine...good...we got him....what is the other hand doing?...

-something is rotten in Denmark....

[herbalpagan]

Ok, I'm thinking this:
1) Obama taking credit?? "Under MY direction..." - like he made the plans and called all the shots.
2) A burial at sea??? Doesn't anyone else find it odd?
3) Pakistan? Our "allies"????
4) Retaliation anyone?
5) LOL...the amzing burst of Patriotism was amazing! Must have made Soros and Obama a might uncomfortable, they'd been thinking no one knew the pledge of aliegance or the national anthem any more.

[Oscar Wilde]

Enjoy your celebrations .... this event may be the "deadman" switch ....

O.W.

[TennOutdoors]

should have happened friday. Now I have to wait till next weekend to have a BBQ and pig roast in celebration.

VIVA the Porkalution. LOL

[Bayou Blaster]

Early reports indicate he was taken out by a shot to the head. In my opinion he got off (died) too easy. At least he was taken out at the hands of American Special Forces. God Bless those who died on 911, our Troops and the United States of America.

[Dawg Fan]

Be vigilant everyone, I'm sure further attacks are sure to come. Stay safe! And God Bless our troops!!!

Unfortunately you're probably right. They probably had an agreed upon mission to strike if this news ever happened. Keep an eye out and stay vigilant.

[cj_002]

Amen dawg fan though I fear some dumb arses. will make this a bad thing got to go get a few things done yall GOD BLESS AMERICA.

T

Much agreed, prkchp76. We all need to stay focused and keep up on our preps.

[cj_002]

Good riddance...

Early reports are saying he was engaged by a small group of special forces at some mansion in some suburb in Pakistan about a week ago...nice...up close and personal, compliments of some of our good old boys.

We will see what comes out in the news in the next few days...hiding right under the noses of our "allies" in Pakistan...in the comforts of a home, instead of a cave or hole...

...years in the making, but glad that justice is finally done.

Be vigilant everyone, I'm sure further attacks are sure to come. Stay safe! And God Bless our troops!!!

[maric]

Mine too! Cheers! God Bless America and our military!

Amen Brother!!!

[prkchp76]

Amen dawg fan though I fear some dumb arses. will make this a bad thing got to go get a few things done yall GOD BLESS AMERICA.

T