[Nate1984]

Fascinating piece explaining how the insurgency came about, and how it is a necessary step for bring democracy into Iraq. A MUST READ

[Chgogal]

"The motivation behind the extensive terrorist campaign...."

OMG, I see the word "terrorist". Fine article. Thanks for the post.

[LibertarianInExile]

I was good with the article until:

"If al-Sadr and his supporters are offered reasonable places on the united Shi'ite election list, he is very likely to drastically reduce or even cease his military activities."

Translated: Give him what he wants and he'll go away.
Translated: Peace in our time in Baghdad!

Thank you, Mr. Chamberlain, er, Baram.