Fernando,

You're right, a cameraman is no threat to U.S. troops. But journalists staying in a battle zone changes the rules of engagement, especially when one side is so desperate, that they will use these journalists as a human shield. I think these journalist are just as rabid for a story as the anti-war crowd says that President Bush was ready for war.

When an American soldier tells you to clear a battlefield, he might not have time to tell you twice.

I know these people are dedicated to their work, but so am I, and when I see lightning, common sense dictates to come off of a telephone pole.