afghan mission in canada's interest

it makes me feel good canadians and americans are acting together in more ways than trading. if i was a canadian soilder i would go to iraq to help my american buddies. i think canada should be there because they have lots to offer. anyone who disagrees or agrees? why so?

sympaticomsn.ctv.ca...

Canadian troops there to "protect the security of the nation and the prosperity of the nation," O'Connor said.
"An effective strategy to counter an opponent is to carry the struggle to his own territory. It is unwise to sit and wait for his next move. Since Afghanistan is a source of terrorists who are committed to striking vulnerable targets globally, Canada needs to be there"

[edit on 11-4-2006 by worksoftplayhard]