Blog Post 9: Isabel Bandoroff

War is circumstantial, in some cases I think it's morally just, in some it's the lesser of two evils, and in some it is a complete waste of human life and resources... and accomplishes nothing. Let's look at some examples. When a country is abusing or severely oppressing its people, I think it's our duty as humans to step in and lend a hand. For example, during World War II, when the US stumbled upon the concentration camps and alienation of Jews, we sent troops to resolve the situation and attempted to liberate the prisoners. I believe that this is a just reason for military involvement in World War II, as well as Pearl Harbor. Self Defense is an important role in a nation's appearance, and had we not responded we would've been viewed as a weak nation who can be walked all over. Despite all of this, war should be avoided at all costs. If there is a peaceful alternative or no US action is necessary, then we should stay out of it.