[Eagle of Liberty]

But now we are finding out that that "secular" image was largely false, and that the country - like all the other Muslim countries - is a hotbed of religious fanaticism, clericalism, sectarianism, and tribalism.

Oh bullcrap! Any nation would be a hotbed of sectarianism if outside forces were pouring in money, weapons and fighters to build up the sects. If we destroy the radical forces right now like Sadr and tell Iran and Syria to stay the hell out or else look to the skies for incoming Tomahawks, Iraq WOULD be able to stand on its own two feet.

[Brad from Tennessee]

I totally agree. Despite the image of chaos in Iraq, everybody answers to somebody over there. Sectarian leaders could stop most of the violence in a short time. The prime minister leans too far toward the Shiites and alienates the Sunnis. I'm not saying they need a new dictator but they need someone who will pressure both factions with the threat of armed force or being excluded from the government. And as you say, we need to go after Iran and Syria. We could start by aiding the dissidents in both those countries.

[Brad from Tennessee]

I totally agree. Despite the image of chaos in Iraq, everybody answers to somebody over there. Sectarian leaders could stop most of the violence in a short time. The prime minister leans too far toward the Shiites and alienates the Sunnis. I'm not saying they need a new dictator but they need someone who will pressure both factions with the threat of armed force or being excluded from the government. And as you say, we need to go after Iran and Syria. We could start by aiding the dissidents in both those countries.