While I don't fully agree with all his premises and conclusions, this piece by Michael Ignatieff at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard is exactly the dialogue that is essential for America. The notion of 'lesser evils' is not easily compliant to the rule of law, but given what we've learned about terrorists, their goals and methods, we must continue to live under and promote the basic underpinnings of our republic. Nevertheless, preemptive actions, abrogation of certain rights for those who would destroy us are essential lesser evils. I have read no other realistic alternative.
Given all this, can anyone deny evil as the driving force in this world? How can anyone conclude that doing good begets good. Evil does not permit this fantasy. The only saving grace is that of spiritual renewal and salvation provided by the Blood of the Lamb.
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