Does Bush want a global empire?

Prompt: America as Empire?


America seems like the ultimate dream come true to most people of the world. Unlike in most countries, In America you can persue your dreams. What people around the world want most is freedom. In his book "Why Are We At War", Mailer writes "Behind the whole push to go to war with Iraq is the desire to have a huge military presence in the Middle East as a stepping-stone to taking over the rest of the world." I do not agree entirely with this statement. I believe the reason for the war in Iraq was the defend our country in the beginning.


When the terrorists attacked America, We needed to show them that we would not back down. In the beginning, Most people supported the War on Terror. My feeling about the war now have changed. I do agree with Mailer to a degree. Yes, In the beginning the war was for defending our country and freedom. Now, I feel that President Bush does want a global empire. I think we made our point by capturing and killing their dictator. Seeing the statue of Saddam fall was a proud moment for me as I am sure it was to a great many other people.


I understand some people still support this war. I respect their opinions. Some make the point that innocent lives were lost in 9/11. This is true. I say think of all the innocent lives that are being lost this very second. Why are the dying right now : to defend America? I think the US made it's point that we are not weak and will fight back. So if this has been established, Why are we still fighting? When is enough enough? Forget revenge and the oil. Forget a global empire. I saw now is enough. Why allow bush his global empire? Yes, he had good intentions at the start ,but now global empire is on his mind. I say forget the global take over and bring our boys home!