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Ah, I see what you mean. I think our interpretation varies because we are looking at the situation from different angles.
The way I see it, his cause would be greatly advanced if he stood up and proclaimed his responsibility. People need heroes. A mighty warrior for the cause, not afraid to take on the greatest military force on earth. Imagine how that would rally his people. And if he died, yelling out his "truth", the people would have a martyr - an even stronger rallying force.
Instead, to save his own skin, he disowns the people who died for the cause. He disavows his part in the actions. That is why I see him as a coward.
Evil deeds are often done out of cowardice.
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That said Ken, I realize that we are discussing this in Q&A which may not be the most appropriate forum.
How bout we shake hands, call it a good debate and mosey on down to the corner bar for a round? First one's on me.
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Hi, bel! On the substantive point, the conclusion in part depends on tactical military considerations that we're not qualified to fully evaluate -- but on reflection, I agree with you.
On your latter post: I'll drink to that! We could all use a good drink! Anyone care to join bel & me?
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Sorry, I just got back from an extended session of Mall Therapy. Too many lemons, flattened my checkbook!Ooops! I meant to ask, is Mall therapy a form of cowardice?
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Consuelo is practically dropping:
Her eyes and her purse are both popping.
“Do you think I am mad?
Is it really so bad?
Is it cowardice now to go shopping?”
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We all are aware of his running feud;
He's occasionally noted for punning too;
But now we see maverick
Penning a limerick!
What is this world of ours coming to?
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stick around, Ken - I have done one for several members of the board so far... [evil grin]
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Conseulo been to the shopping mall
going to shop, and to the stall
her money spent
with purchases, her arms are bent
Ah, shopping! a passtime i recall
Long hours i've spent in my car
Going interstate to work, it's too far
my money spent,
but my arms are unbent,
it all goes to gas and tolls and work on my car.
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A well tort young lawyer called Keiva,
Though just as sharp-tongued as a beaver,
Would score at a rhyme
Rather poorer than crime,
So a maverick’s advice is "just leave 'er!"
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