“I think that it would give the terrorists encouragement and give them the idea that the U.S. can be broken and waited out. All the sacrifices people have made would be in vain because we didn't follow through.”

— Steven Daigh, insurance salesman, Lawrence

“I don't think their government is strong enough to stand without our help, and although they have an army, I don't think it can keep the peace without help. I know there are a lot of people who want their kids to come home but, unfortunately, it's too soon.”

— Clare Nderagakura, Lawrence High School senior, Lawrence

“I think that Iran would take control of Iraq and kill off anyone who helped support our position.”

— Ted Fay, retired, Lawrence

“I think fewer people would be killed than if we stay. I doesn't seem like anything productive is happening from us being there at this point.”

— Paula Rose, Kansas University graduate student, Lawrence