I saw Bush's countenance when he stated that the "Saudis are close allies". He doesn't say that about the French or Germans or Egyptians or Japanese. He meant it. They are. Appearances are deceiving especially with that despotic crew.
Agreed. There is so much more going on than we can grasp, but it's clear that the Saudis cannot openly support us, and that they can do more to help us in the region than any other country.
Your observation on Bush's 'countenance' is most interesting, and something I had not thought about. I have wondered why he said that they are our allies, when they do not seem to be our allies, but your point that he really does mean it because it is true because of what is going on behind the scenes, makes sense.
btw, the only point you've made on this thread with which I disagree is that Hannity listens. He's much too busy pontificating to pay attention to his 'guests' IMO. But I sure agree with you on Brit. He's a journalist, a professional, and one of a kind. I just hope some younger journalists are paying attention and learning from him, so that he's not the last true journalist.
His work on the TV show is superb. He has to package a commentary masquerading as an interview because that's how bang-bang, 20 seconds till commercial TV works. Compare his mastery of the situation to the token GOP voice on CNN Bob Novak ... Bob's a day late and a dollar short these days. He's making his point, and we're watching a Bowflex commercial