Great post by S.O.B.er Gribbet on why Iraq was a "just war" applying the USCCB outlines. Saddam’s regime was torturing, murdering, and slaughtering his own people. He remained a threat to his neighbors in the region and was recognized as a sponsor of world wide terrorism. Our continued presence is justified by the fact that we are responsible for destruction of their infrastructure, military, and law enforcement capabilities. We have a moral responsibility to remain until the Iraqi government can provide security for its own citizens. By remaining, and conducting military operations, we are attempting to reduce, if not end, the killing of innocents. See, there ARE smart people in Cleveland! Welcome to the Alliance, Gribbit. Update (06/14/06): A Catholic theologian's view on why this falls under the just-war doctrine. Another Catholic blogger continues the debate here.