Reply #32: "I believe Saddam was a threat; Supported invasion because of WMD" [View All]

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http://www.ontheissues.org/2004/John_Edwards_War_+_Peace.htm

Leadership is standing up for what you believe in. I believe Saddam was a threat; I voted for the congressional resolution.

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John Edwards on War & Peace

Q: How do you reconcile Saddam's capture with continued fear of terrorism?
EDWARDS: The trial of Saddam Hussein is going to reveal the atrocities that he's been engaged in and some of the incredible conduct that's occurred in Iraq during the time of his reign.
Source: Debate at Pace University in Lower Manhattan Sep 25, 2003


Supported Iraq invasion because of WMD threat
Edwards has not hesitated to support decisive American action, alone if necessary, to address imminent threats to our national security. He supports President Bush's efforts to address the looming danger of Saddam Hussein's weapons of mass destruction. However, he sharply objects to the Bush administration's handling of our broader foreign policy, which he says projects "arrogance without purpose," instead of the "purpose without arrogance" promised in the President's inaugural address.
Source: Campaign website, johnedwards2004.com, "Key Issues" Jul 17, 2003