canada, has one armed force which covers all aspects of defense. do anyone thinks that this would be better?
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You might want to consider whether it would be a workable solution in the United States given that the armed forces there is somethig like 30 times the size.\n\nThere have been significant issues with morale over the past 40 years with the unification of the Canadian Forces.  About a decade ago, this was reflected in a symbolic move that saw each of the three armed services (our Coast Guard is not considered to be an armed service) being given their own distinctive uniforms.  I don't think it has any effect on camraderie one way or the other - there has always been is is still a significant rivalry between branches.  As well, I'm not sure about any savings - like the US, we have frequent budgets over-runs and other observations from the Auditor -General.\n\nIt has long been my opinion that for Canada's size, it would make sense to more strongly integrate the services, making them something like the US Marine Corps.  But I don't know whether this carries over to the US integrating all of its services.\n\nThat being said, there seem to be elements of the various services in the US that could be combined as they seem repetitive - e.g., various intelligence, legal and similar support branches.
393321
I think it's a good idea.  It would probably cause more peace in the world.  I mean, take a look at Switzerland--they have a huge army, and they are known for peace. \nAnd also, it's important to remember: THE BEST OFFENSE IS TO HAVE A GREAT DEFENSE.\nIf we have a huge army, who in their right mind will pick on us or any of our friends?
760357
Canada will not defend you with military force.  And Canada has a mutual legal assistance treaty with Poland allowing for extradition if the alleged crime would be a crime under Canadian law.\n\nhttp://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/intpolicing/centralauth_e.htm\n\nSorry.
755717
I am Canadian.  You are helping us in Iraq.  This is a UN mission.  We are not there to help you.  We looked at the situation and were personally asked to go.  If you know us right away we don't want war so we have made it in to a rescue mission for Afghan people who want peace.  The word terrorism or half the bush-isms are over used.  We are not hungry for war.  It takes more guts to say sorry when your right to quiet a fight then to say your right when your wrong.  This humility will not work on say it two times Bush because he is daft.  Canada doesn't understand why someone would have a rocket launcher in their front closet.  I almost want to say the Afghans deserve themselves so let them kill each other. But in reality those people are people and despite their anger, retaliation, bull headiness and poppy growing need strong people who will help them get on with enjoying life.  So no we do not support any war willingly.  We go to war more in a policing manner to help people not take or secure oil.
196837
That would be the the United States, the Russians equipment is junk and out-dated. Alot of it sat in port to long and rusted away, and they have salvaged most of it out. Our Navy could wipe out a whole country with-out ever setting foot on their land. We have submarines with missiles, and aircraft carriers. You don't have any idea of the firepower, one aircraft carrier would be all that would be needed. I served in the U.S. Navy for 15 years and am currently retired. spc 8, machinist, sp ops, I have 3 purple hearts, and a silver Navy cross from 1982. What is happening with our military right now, is unnecessary with the ground troops, it is ridiculous, and they are expendable to our government. It's all politics on both sides. Good luck to you.
922446
I would like to see a larger army as well. But our troops are the best\nthere are any where.
1052229
Hello, Canada!  Have you forgotten all the troops we prematurely pulled out of Afghanistan and sent into Iraq? Tell you what. Why don't some of you nice Canadian boys step up and take some of the load in Iraq, and then we can send some of our guys back into Afghanistan to finish that little job, or haven't you heard? Since we had to cover two fronts without much help from our northern buddies, we kind of let the Taliban regroup, so now we've got to go back and knock 'em back down again.  Who knows? Maybe second time's a charm and we'll get old bin Ladin this go round, eh?\n\nUpdate:  For those of you apparently residing on a different planet, here's a link to yesterday's news out of Afghanistan (excuse me, this ABC report was filed on June 20.) This is the ABC Blog site.\n\nhttp://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2006/06/us_back_at_full.html
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NO-\n\nInstead Of BERLINIZING Our Borders, I Think That The \nNATIONAL GUARD Should Be Mobilized At The State Level To Secure Our Borders On A ROTATING Watch\nArmed Guardsmen Alongside The Border Patrol \nWITH AUTHORIZATION WILL STOP The Flow)\n\nA Little HARSH You Say??? GOOD ... Thats What It Takes\nAfter A Few INFILTRATORS Get The Headshot, THEY WILL STOP COMING\n(And Its COST EFFECTIVE)\n\nThe NATIONAL GUARD Should GUARD The NATION Instead Of Being Sent Overseas\n\nThe CANADIANS Do A GREAT Job On Their Border,\n(YEA I Know -Youre ALL Gonna Throw 9/11 At Me) \nBUT We Should By All Means Nessesary Put A Series Of Border Patrols At The Northern Border Too AND Assist The Canadians
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I am a Canadian who has American roots, and have brothers and sisters in the States.  I also lived there for a couple of years.  Both countries have their up and down sides.  Medical treatment in Canada is far easier to obtain whether you are rich or poor. No one is denied treatment just because they cannot afford it.  Our social programs are better for those less fortunate. Freedom of speech is strongly endorsed and supported here, and we feel quite free to voice our opinions to our government.  Hate propaganda is not tolerated and carrying weapons will land you to jail.  The scenery is beautiful and if the cold weather bothers you there's always the west coast which rarely sees snow.  Although the crimes stats and drug problem has escalated in recent years it's still one of the safest countries to live in. Our peace keeping efforts are well known and respected around the world . In the past month our government has allocated a large amount of money towards tightening up our security to combat terrorism and our immigration laws are to be tightened up immensly.  We have realized that our immigration laws have been too lax and a much more vigilent screening process is being put in place.  I may be a little biased but my vote goes to Canada.
557291
It is a new time....America has always been protected by oceans on both sides. Although there is rampant corruption and pathetic government structure to our south , Mexico has mostly been nothing more than a nuisance for it's drug trade. Canadians and Americans have had very close ties aside from an occasional policy difference. today...I think there should be greater border patrols on our north and south borders. With terrorism and it's networks pressing the envelope in finding new ways to destroy us we have no alternative but to increase our security to meet the new dangers.
403304
Canada has a lot of oil. According to all the liberals, that is the only reason Bush invaded Iraq, so it makes sense that Canada would be next. Plus it's closer to home.
537566
I am not ready to give up on it either but I would fight it a differ ant way, I would disband the military as we know it, keep the Navy and Air force intact. I would build a purely defensive force and guard our own borders against all alien people, put more into intelligence, I know this is radical and probably not to well received but it is my opinion as to what is wrong. We spend to much on overseas and not enough here. There is a better use for the money.
1085277
No!!! There are over 7000 soldiers who have moved to Canada, AWOL, because they said no. A lot more than that AWOL in Europe and Africa. I applaud them and say that they are the bravest of them all.
730486
I think Canada is a great country.....They have never been in any wars or conflicts, now who is the civilized one?
905140
Canada is a beautiful place, been there several times. I have several friends that I communicate in this forum from Canada. I'm a compassionate Liberal myself, but America is best lead by Democrats. I'm not against fighting for our Country when it comes down to it, but invading Iraq without WMD's wasn't a valid reason. I don't agree with George Bush nor his father before hims actions and direction they have lead America too.
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Some say it's nation building like what occcured in Namibia and Cambodia, or peace building like what occured in Central America.  A state cannot have peace until it has security, all commerce and quality of life springs from personal security.  Now it could be argued that with the drug lords, arms dealers, and religious mullahs all vying for power, Canada is there as a sort of international police force to stop drugs and guns and keep moderates in power, then there is more going on.  I doubt that is a secret to anyone but the most naive.\n\n  Canada being Afganistan got it out of going to Iraq (lucky for the PM of Canada he would have likely been charged with war crimes by his own citizens and put in jail!)So there are a multitude of reasons for going there, some more noble than others. \n  As for war being a racket for money making, you won't get any arguement from me!
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Canada has always been a safe haven for Americans running from wars. half of my high school teachers in were draft dodgers running from the Vietnam war, there is even a book about an American hiding in Nova Scotia evading fighting during ww2. bookhttp://www.pottersfieldpress.com/books/hermitgully.html \n\nyes there is a lot of Americans up here(if it is not on the ABC news Americans won't believe it), it nice that they feel safe here and yes we should let them stay.\n\nhey buddy  at the bottom, Canada has never, or never will need American solders, we don't start shi$ we can't finish.