Say What? Debuts
We are pleased to introduce Say What?, the new commentary section for Families of the Fallen for Change, a non-profit organization devoted to finding a responsible end to the Iraq War. FOF was founded by Rosemary Palmer and Paul Schroeder following the death of their son, Marine Lance Corporal Edward “Augie” Schroeder August 3, 2005. At this writing the organization has more than 1,300 members nationwide.
Membership in Families of the Fallen for Change is free, carries no obligation, and is kept confidential. Membership is in four categories: general supporters, military families, friends of the fallen, and families of fallen Marines and soldiers.
Say What? is a serious effort at discussion and debate because ending this war is a serious matter. Since the United States started the war on March 19, 2003, a daily average of 2.28 American Marines and soldiers have died. As of September 7, 2006, 19,910 American Marines and soldiers have been wounded, according to the Defense Department.
Say What? is devoted to commentary and discussion on several issues pertaining to the Iraq War, including Bush Administration policies, Congress, the war on the ground, and the 2006 election, which will morf into the 2008 election after November 7. Other issues may be disucssed as events warrant.
We welcome comments from readers, reserving the right to edit for length or to delete if comments are inappropriate for a serious discussion.
Paul E. Schroeder
We are pleased to introduce Say What?, the new commentary section for Families of the Fallen for Change, a non-profit organization devoted to finding a responsible end to the Iraq War. FOF was founded by Rosemary Palmer and Paul Schroeder following the death of their son, Marine Lance Corporal Edward “Augie” Schroeder August 3, 2005. At this writing the organization has more than 1,300 members nationwide.
Membership in Families of the Fallen for Change is free, carries no obligation, and is kept confidential. Membership is in four categories: general supporters, military families, friends of the fallen, and families of fallen Marines and soldiers.
Say What? is a serious effort at discussion and debate because ending this war is a serious matter. Since the United States started the war on March 19, 2003, a daily average of 2.28 American Marines and soldiers have died. As of September 7, 2006, 19,910 American Marines and soldiers have been wounded, according to the Defense Department.
Say What? is devoted to commentary and discussion on several issues pertaining to the Iraq War, including Bush Administration policies, Congress, the war on the ground, and the 2006 election, which will morf into the 2008 election after November 7. Other issues may be disucssed as events warrant.
We welcome comments from readers, reserving the right to edit for length or to delete if comments are inappropriate for a serious discussion.
Paul E. Schroeder
posted by Augie's Parents | 8:27 PM
3 Comments:
Congratulations! Thanks for setting this up.
Looks good... :)
Paul, Rosemary, & family:
As the father of a Marine myself, I've read your proposal with great curiosity.
I don't believe any military family is "pro-war." I do believe one can be pro-mission.
I do not subscribe at all to the notion one must support the war to support the troops. I know many patriotic Americans in opposition to the Iraq war who want only the best for our fighting men and women.
I continue to support the mission in Iraq. It's not been as smooth as many projected and we all hoped for. That's an inarguable fact. That said, I do believe our troops are there for us, taking the fight to the insurgents and terrorists. I will continue to support the mission as long as the troops are on the ground.
I believe whole-heartedly that you are doing the same thing with your project. Certainly we have differences of opinion on methods and beliefs, but we are united in our desire to get our troops out as soon as feasible.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beloved son.
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