Posted on May 19, 2019
Should Trump pardon those accused of war crimes and murders?
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According to this story, Trump is planning to pardon servicemembers and a Blackwater guy accused or convicted of murdering civilians. Should he do this, or is it subversive to military and civilian justice and training on laws of war and common morality?
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/18/us/trump-pardons-war-crimes.html
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/18/us/trump-pardons-war-crimes.html
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The roundabout where Blackwater received fire was well known as an ambush area for VBIEDs as well as well as random shooting. It is located about two blocks from the IZ gate which had been bombed several times during the years I worked in Iraq. Also, the Sheriton was located a block from the site which had been bombed and targeted by incoming frequently. I had a Iraqi Policeman point a pistol at me after returning from a run in that same area but decided not to fire. I believe the whole trial was a Kangroo Court. I do think there was a group over reaction. However, in the fog of battle in a urban environment amplifies the noise and confusion. I think they have served enough time. The State Department started pay blood money to Iraqis which many took advantage of murders being blamed on troops and contractors. Opinions vary.......
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LCDR Thomas Doherty (USNR-R Ret)
A friend who was an investigating officer for MNFI said it was "a straight out massacre."
There were people two blocks away who were shot in the back.
Anyone who saw Blackwater in those days saw how they were undisciplined - heavy drinkers, steroids, hostile and aggressive actions.
As one Army LTC said "They create hate and discontent out there, and we (the Army) pay the price."
There were people two blocks away who were shot in the back.
Anyone who saw Blackwater in those days saw how they were undisciplined - heavy drinkers, steroids, hostile and aggressive actions.
As one Army LTC said "They create hate and discontent out there, and we (the Army) pay the price."
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