Riverbend did not change my perspective on the war. I always had in mind that the government responsible for declaring war always had a certain more selfish interest in mind than "justice", and is sad to see how easily people can be brainwashed with constant propaganda in order to "serve their country" as pawns for the interests of people in power. However, I do find it surprising that she writes based on reality and facts rather than just ideals, and that she writes her mind opposing the general perspective of American patriotism.
She has a very informed perspective, and a clear thirst for actual justice and righteousness. She is able to debate proposals that involve ridiculously higher costs to rebuild the country; which is unfortunately taken as fact through the power of media. Though, she is able to debate such based on more economicly efficient alternatives that involve engineers from her own country and the use of available resources rather than imported goods.
I respect Riverbend for expressing her informed opinion, in spite of risking her life as a result, since acting against the interests of higher powers have often resulted in tragic consequences.
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