Quote by Karl Rove

Conservatives saw the savagery of 9/11 in the attacks and prepared for war liberals saw the savagery of the 9/11 attacks and wanted to prepare indictments and offer therapy and understanding for our attackers.

Conservatives saw the savagery of 9/11 in the attacks and pr

Summary

This quote reflects a viewpoint held by some conservatives regarding the response to the 9/11 attacks. It suggests that conservatives believed that the attacks were a display of savagery and therefore advocated for a military response to address and prevent future threats. In contrast, it implies that liberals were seen as prioritizing legal action, therapy, and understanding the motivations of the attackers rather than a direct military response. This quote highlights a perceived ideological divide in how to approach the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.

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By Karl Rove

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