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Old 05-06-2008, 02:55 PM
TakuanSoho TakuanSoho is offline
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Originally Posted by sachem View Post
So we shouldn't try to help because their 'leaders' are thugs? It is a Military government, not communist. (so I have been reminded)
Well, yes and no. If we can't make sure our aid is getting through, then it might be better not to do something.

Hard one to call unfortunately. Sad that something that should be so easy can be made complicated to the point where not doing something may actually be better in the long run.
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