Gary feels that national defense is the answer rather than increased international offense. “American government aid has brought us violent dictators such as Saddam Hussein and oppressive theocratic governments such as the Taliban. Roger Gary believes that by using American forces in Libya we run a much greater risk of terrorism. Additionally, he understands that the cost of American lives intervening in a fight that is not ours is too great of a risk to take.” Campaign Website
On May 3, 2011, Gary stated in a press release that he was “satisfied” with the death of Osama bin Laden days before. He then stated that, however, the actions of an individual do not justify his killing. “We will never have peace, we will never have Liberty, until the notion that evil methods are ever justified has been repudiated by individuals, groups, and governments alike.”
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