Every day politicians, pundits and pollsters debate the course of action to take in Iraq. Have you thought about it? What do you think should be done? 

By Pamela Gentry, Senior Political Producer

Posted Nov. 12, 2007 – This weekend I received a brochure from my representative in Congress, freshman Rep. John Sarbanes (D-Md.)  The tri-fold, red, white and blue document was a Veteran’s Day tribute to the men and women in uniform who have served our country.

In bold letters, a quote from Sarbanes reads, “We must honor the sacrifice of our Veterans.  Always.”

The intent of the brochure was clear. Sarbanes wants to reach out to his constituents and use the opportunity to get feedback.  The mailing talked about helping Veterans cut red tape when accessing healthcare and opening communications with vets to improve support services when they return home.  But the part that caught my eye was the questionnaire in the tri-fold that asked about the war in Iraq.

The question laid out options in very clear and easy language for folks to understand.  I plan to answer the question and send it in, but for those of you don’t live in Sarbanes’ district, I thought I would share his question and the choice of answers: 

“Recent reports have underscored a number of options for a new direction in Iraq. I want to hear what you think is the safest and most effective approach for changing course.  

1. Immediate withdrawal
2. Withdraw within six months
3. Year-long phased withdrawal
4. Relocate American troops elsewhere in the region
5. Partial withdrawal with an open-ended troop presence
6. Open-ended commitment”

These are the options. Let me know what you think?