El Pasoans react to Bush speech

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NewsChannel 9 wanted a sampling of what El Pasoans thought of the President's speech, so we invited some of our viewers to watch Thursday night's speech and give offer some of their thoughts.

Friday, March 07, 2003 -- Here is a look at their mixed opinions.

President Bush made his case Thursday night to use force against Iraq if it doesn't disarm voluntarily. Some NewsChannel 9 viewers who watched the conference in our studio say he gained their support.

Fernando Rodriguez said, "I am convinced because they have had more than enough time to disarm. September 11th can't happen again."

But others say the President has not given them proof that Sadaam Hussein is tied to terrorism.

Eduardo Barboza said, "I was hoping that he would present a more balanced approach, but it seems that he's still fixated on Iraq and there's more important issues like North Korea, Venezuela, and our own economy at home."

Some say the President's conference didn't affect their views.

Joe Oliva said, "Finally, the decision is Saddam's. All he has to do is comply with the United Nation's Resolution 1441 and there will be no war."