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Public Support for the Global War on Terrorism: Do We Have What it Takes?

William E. Lukens

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American public support is, and will most likely remain, supportive for the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT). Tracing the evolution of the perception of war in general and considering historical perspectives, it can be concluded that the Bush Administration will be held accountable for the outcome of GWOT much like the Truman Administration was for the Korean Conflict. Without sacrifice (personal or financial) Americans will continue to view the GWOT as unpopular, but they are willing to support it because it has not impacted their way of life. However, if the costs of the war trigger higher taxes or there is a sustained surge in American casualties, the current anti-war protestors may well gain the momentum they and some members of Congress seek.

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American public support is, and will most likely remain, supportive for the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT). Tracing the evolution of the perception of war in general and considering historical perspectives, it can be concluded that the Bush Administration will be held accountable for the outcome of GWOT much like the Truman Administration was for the Korean Conflict. Without sacrifice (personal or financial) Americans will continue to view the GWOT as unpopular, but they are willing to support it because it has not impacted their way of life. However, if the costs of the war trigger higher taxes or there is a sustained surge in American casualties, the current anti-war protestors may well gain the momentum they and some members of Congress seek.

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American public support is, and will most likely remain, supportive for the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT). Tracing the evolution of the perception of war in general and considering historical perspectives, it can be concluded that the Bush Administration will be held accountable for the outcome of GWOT much like the Truman Administration was for the Korean Conflict. Without sacrifice (personal or financial) Americans will continue to view the GWOT as unpopular, but they are willing to support it because it has not impacted their way of life. However, if the costs of the war trigger higher taxes or there is a sustained surge in American casualties, the current anti-war protestors may well gain the momentum they and some members of Congress seek.

Key concepts: Terrorism, Political science, Sacrifice, War on terror, Public support, Administration (probate law), Political economy, Vietnam War

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