Reflecting on the Deadly Blow to London

To read of continued terrorist attacks is depressing and infuriating. At the time of 9/11, I believed that our policy should combine a relentless pursuit of Al Qaeda and a vigorous search for the underlying causes. This administration chose to divert its focus from Afghanistan to Iraq. It also chose to render the so-called roadmap in Palestine an empty stream of words without action.

Madrid paid a price for these disastrous policies, and on Thursday so did London. This month my son joined the anti-terrorist part of the Army. If his life is to be sacrificed, I hope our military cause may quickly become honorable and worthy of this great nation.

Michael Strong

Corona del Mar

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President Bush reiterated his international policies while responding to the savage terrorist attacks in London. Sadly, even the heightened security because of the G-8 meeting didn’t stop these coordinated bombings.

When will our president allow that his policy of making Iraq the frontline against terrorism has not had positive results but deadly consequences?

Our international policies are not promoting communication, understanding, safety or detente, let alone democracy.

Carl Matthes

Los Angeles

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After such a tragic event that claimed [at least] 50 lives in London, Americans must remember the city’s history and resolve. London has endured plagues, two world wars and a host of other horrific events throughout its 2,000-year history. Despite a tumultuous past, London has always looked ahead and stood strongly in the face of aggression.

At this time, Americans must stand beside London to show unwavering support for a time-honored ally in her time of need.

Mazi Bahadori

Mission Viejo

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The consequences of not controlling our borders will be increased and continued terrorism within our borders.

The Republicans control the House, Senate and the White House, and yet refuse to do anything regarding our security. Perhaps they should be planning for retirement instead of reelection.

Leon Sturman

Canoga Park