The two statements are not mutually exclusive, nor in logical conflict.

Of course, that requires thinking beyond a superficial level and therefore eliminates the OP from such a realization.

Originally Posted by Mannlicher
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.