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Originally Posted by CroFlames
This probably belongs in the politics thread, but I get annoyed when people call Harper a war monger or eager to go to war. I think Canada, as an advanced and wealthy nation should do what it can to stop Isis, which can (IMO) only be done by force.
A Croatian national was beheaded by Isis as well yesterday. It's frustrating to watch politicians squabble while the atrocities continue. I realize it's not an easy fight, since the enemy isn't exactly a nation-state, but SOMETHING must be done to help.
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Yes and no.
I inherently disagree with the concept of developed nations being the world's police because I dont think an external force can realistically impose and keep order.
For a number of reasons, but effectively because that order would be enforced by an effectively uninterested/non-invested party and that order would be imposed to the standards of that party (USA/CDN/whoever) which may not be of the same priorities of the people they're trying to help.
External influences are not always wise, their motives, despite likely having the best intentions may not coincide with the motives and values of the local populace and even if they do its not likely that externally enforced peace or values can be viably enforced over the long term.