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Anti-war Voices

The "Anti-war movement" is a communal movement, particularly in opposition to the nation starting or continuing armed conflict. The websites that I explored, "Antiwar.com" and "The American Conservative" are similar is that they are both aimed at libertarians, pacifists, and independents alike. I believe that I have never heard of these websites and that you must really go out of your way to find them, because they promote and suggest "Anti-American" views. Many of their ideas go against current political parties and they are dedicated to making sure our leaders "are not going to be allowed to get away with in unopposed and unchallenged".

Looking more closely at the Antiwar.com, they provide countless information on events happening in other countries, a blog covering current events, and they even went as far as providing a tab to see US casualties in Iraq. Overall, the website and the information offered is overwhelming. It seems like the website it set up to make you angry and confused about your opinions. Many of the headlines include alarming numbers of casualties and techniques that introduce fear into the readers mind.

The other website, "The American Conservative" is definitely more gentle, subtle, and offers appropriate content. I did not see any casualties listed in blog titles or anything that made me feel uncomfortable or mislead. Many of the pieces were more summary based, rather than being voiced in strong opinion. Though, I can see why this website would be challenging to find, as they do cover topics that most other sites would not.

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