The anti semitic movement in Australia is now so strong and widespread that many anti semites don’t even know that they are repeating drivel. People like Grace Tame were prominent in the the Nazi era in Germany and were allowed to speak their racist poison, until the trains began to roll.
I have no doubt the effects of this war will linger for years. There will be lots of negative effects. But if the USA succeeds in ridding the world of the source of much of its international terrorism, the benefits are likely to greatly outweigh the costs. It is just too early to tell. But if you don’t have a go and roll the dice, nothing changes.
This thread feels like an echo chamber. I think attacking Iran is the best good thing Trump has done. In all wars, the outcome cannot be predicted and you just have to act against evil when it's manifestation becomes unbearable.
America's civil war left 600,00 dead, which is far more than the current skirmish in Iran. Although England and France remained neutral, they supported the south. There must be a lingering political memory of all that.
Mrs and I bought in Central Vic 30 years ago, 40 acres. It was good until I got crook and couldn't look after the olive trees and sheep. Now living in "town" with a pub and post office, 20 minutes from the shops. Its good because she likes going to town most days. On my own I would probably starve.