Now that our troops are mired in a dangerous effort to defeat the insurgency and are also trying to help rebuild the country, Americans of all political persuasions simply want the United States to succeed and our troops to be as safe as possible.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reid states that Americans want troops to succeed and stay safe during military efforts.
- In plain terms
- Americans want troops to succeed and be safe in war.
- What can you take from it?
- Public support for troops prioritizes safety and success.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does supporting troops mean?
- How do people feel about war?
Another view
Public opinion can be diverse on specific military strategies.
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