"Attack on Iraq," three words that cause apprehension in the hearts of people around the world. Should the United States continue to rid the world of terrorism by attacking Iraq? Most Americans have strong opinions on whether our country should declare war on Iraq and Jenkins Middle School students are no exception.

According to American Press Association opinion poll, "Americans say they're concerned about a possible war with Iraq and believe terrorism should be a priority for the nation."

Jenna Harris stated "we should attack Iraq because they killed 3000 people in the World Trade Center attack and support the Afghans and expect us not to do anything."

Sixth grader Mia Scapetlati agreed saying, "They killed thousands of people we don't want bullies picking on us."

Americans tend to approve US military action to remove Suddam Hussein however, most Americans would prefer to wait for the UN or Senate approval. Eighth grader Leighanne Green agreed, "We should have Congress approval before attacking Iraq because there may be people that don't think it's right."

Seventh grader Jenna Harris agreed saying "I think the public should be able to vote on it in Congress because war affects everyone not just him (President Bush)."

According to an AP/CBS press poll, 86% of Americans presently approve military action to try to remove Suddam Hussein while 24% disapprove - figures that haven't changed much since the attack on 9/11. The public still believes an attack is needed but it is not convinced it needs to happen immediately.

The American public does believe that Iraq is a threat to our country whether it is biological or nuclear attack. People in the US fear the possibility of an attack.

Eighth grader Leighanne Green stated, "I believe we don't know when or where they might attack the US."

Jenna Harris stated, "I am afraid of an attack a little because it could be anywhere, I am especially afraid of a biologic attack."

It appears the majority of Americans believe we should hold back for now until we gain support of our allies.

Mia Scapetlati stated that "So many supported us with 9-11 that we need the same."

Seventh grader, Jenna Harris stated, "I believe we should have the support of the other countries so they know they wouldn't have to worry about it happening to them."

The American public sees "Attack on Iraq" as a possibility for the United States. The thoughts among the JMS students appears to be parallel in that of the rest of the country.