Posted on 02/01/2005 6:37:55 PM PST by nuconvert
January 31, 2005
Greetings friends,
What we have witnessed is something amazing. I am an Iraqi and a Baghdadi and should know, and deep down in my heart I knew; yet I must admit that I did not expect all this. The common Iraqi citizen has taken all by surprise, including those of us who are indigenous to this land.
It was expected that relatively secure areas in the South and North were going to see heavy turnout. Yet Baghdad; subjected to a terrorist and intimidation campaign of unprecedented scale and cruelty; Baghdad, deprived of electricity, fuel and lately even water( which is more dangerous than anything else); Baghdad, that lacks security, where the citizens face mortal danger every moment of their daily life; Baghdad, where life has almost ground to a standstill; that citizens of this Baghdad should line up at polling stations braving very real dangers, with mortars raining down and scores of suicide bombers sent out to blow up people, and moreover that many even brought their children: this Baghdad was a revelation even to Baghdadis.
There were amazing scenes; not very likely to seen anywhere else. There were acts of heroism. Abdul Amir Kadhim, saw a man whom he suspected to be a suicide bomber, he threw himself on the man before he could get to the waiting line of people; and sure there was an explosion and this young man gave his life to save the others. Prime Minister Allawi paid tribute to this heroism. At one station there was a suicide attack and several people fell; when people of the neighborhood heard of this, the waiting line suddenly swelled to three times in size; people rushed out of their homes and came running to wait in line; it was their way to express their defiance and anger at this crime. The examples of bravery and courage are too numerous to recount. People took courage from each other, as people came out others watched and did not want to be left out. It was something incredible to watch. Yes this was a historic day, a day to remember until our dying day. With one stroke, in a single day, the silent majority spoke and answered all the pundits and doubters, and those who spoke on their behalf. Yet we have been telling you this all along; we have been telling you ever since this blogging movement started. Do you now see that we were not representing minority views, that we were not some CIA agents trying to make propaganda?
I find it difficult right know to write coherently; I just want to convey to you some of the tremendous feelings overwhelming my soul now.
As for some of the Arab scum and other detractors, they are appearing on TV screens looking like they have just swallowed a cockroach, or perhaps had some awful lizard creeping up their backsides; They fidget, they try hard to find some words, some way to get round this, to belittle, twist to distort facts; but it is not easy, not easy when the entire world, the entire humanity are watching intently this incredible event.
Finally, we heard the speech of President Bush Loud and clear. He, and the American people and their British and other valiant allies have much to do with this event. All I can say is that this man has all the essential traits of character that distinguishes the great men of history; the insistence and utter conviction and the perseverance and steadfastness in the face of all doubters and detractors. This was no ordinary election, and it was not simply to elect a constituent assembly. It was the answer of the people, what they really thought about the liberation, what they really thought of the ideas preached by the president. This was a message by the Iraqi people to the American people and their great president. It was the heart of Iraq answering the heart of America that voted to give the President the mandate to finish the task; it was the answer that the common people of Iraq gave by braving danger and exposing their life and that of their children and families to death, this was their way to make their voice heard.
Well, thank you Mr. President, we heard you; and I am sure you also heard us.
Peace be upon you all and the mercy of Allah and his blessings.
Pretty good opinion.
A lump in my throat.
At one station there was a suicide attack and several people fell; when people of the neighborhood heard of this, the waiting line suddenly swelled to three times in size; people rushed out of their homes and came running to wait in line; it was their way to express their defiance and anger at this crime.
How can we not identify with this sentiment? These people are all Heros.
As for some of the Arab scum and other detractors, they are appearing on TV screens looking like they have just swallowed a cockroach, or perhaps had some awful lizard creeping up their backsides; They fidget, they try hard to find some words, some way to get round this, to belittle, twist to distort facts; but it is not easy, not easy when the entire world, the entire humanity are watching intently this incredible event.
Understands the world's elites and Liberals quite well.
Finally, we heard the speech of President Bush Loud and clear.
Take THAT all you detractors. The Iraqi's get it.
It was the answer of the people, what they really thought about the liberation, what they really thought of the ideas preached by the president. This was a message by the Iraqi people to the American people and their great president. It was the heart of Iraq answering the heart of America that voted to give the President the mandate to finish the task; it was the answer that the common people of Iraq gave by braving danger and exposing their life and that of their children and families to death, this was their way to make their voice heard.
I don't know how to respond to that, full of such joy. We're connected. We heard you. We're humbled and so grateful. Well, thank you Mr. President, we heard you; and I am sure you also heard us.
Oh he did. Tears and a bright glow were evidence to all of our President's understanding. God Bless the Iraqi people!
This is the America I know. It is not the America of Michael Moore and the leftists who would destroy it.
Thanks for the ping.... indeed it's a must read!
I know he will be. Oh, he'll face difficulty and there is no telling what the future holds but I am confident our President's name will be clear while the rest will be marked in shame throughout the centuries.
Thank you my friend...IMHO, historic, monumental events are occurring that will have vast and far reaching impact for good if we can help them stand.
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And just imagine...
Unlike Clinton, President Bush isn't concerned with his "legacy". He only wants to do the right thing.
But it is for this very reason that his legacy will be one of which we can all be very proud.
He is the one who should get the 72 virgins.
Pray for W and Our Freedom Fighting Soldiers
Amen. Along woth Ronald Reagan, Bush will be remembered historically as another great liberator...along with all the troops and citizens who have supported and contributed to that cause.
For a minute, I thought this guy was talking about the MSM and Leftist scum in this country!
Good luck citizens of Iraq. Take the gift we have given you with our blood and MAKE something of it. The rest of the world awaits. We are proud of you.
We have a few of that kind here, too.
He really does have the chance to be recognized as one of the greatest presidents. The vision of what he knows must be done is clear. He will stay on course. W is the right man at the right time.
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Despite other domestic concerns, he has led with his heart and the spirit on this vital issue...and the results are that now millions and millions have an honest taste of freedom. That genie will not go easily back into the bottle...and the Mullahs and terrorists know it. That's why they resist so hard.
...and this is just the start. The change that these events will bring in the Mid East will be tremendous over the next few years...and will open the door to true liberty for those people, both temporally and (in my own belief), spiritually.
Momentous times.
We have lost many men and women in this war and we will probably lose many more. The Iraqi people showed us on Sunday that they were worth the cost when they braved the terrorists threats and voted. I pray that they become a prosperous nation with liberty and justice for all.
Well, thank you Mr. President, we heard you; and I am sure you also heard us."
We heard you mate. We heard you. Three cheers for Iraq!
Do pass this on to your best friend, Arkinsaw.
--Boot Hill
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