DREADLINE OF THE WEEK
Unloved In Iraq:
George Bush
Gets Jilted For Another Shiite
It seems that America’s only optimist in regard to Iraq is beginning to feel unloved by the people he hoped to bring freedom and democracy to, much like a distressed lover who has proffered a box of chocolates, only to find that the object of his affections is allergic to chocolate. Or, worse yet, that she prefers the mix of chocolates offered to her by a detested rival.
At a recent meeting with his war cabinet and a number of outside experts, Bush, The Broken-Hearted, actually found his rock- solid optimism waver. He admitted that he is not only troubled by the lack of progress in Iraq but frustrated that the Iraqi government and people haven’t show more support for America’s mission there.
Is his finally voiced distress a first indication that he will moderate his impractical goals?
The trouble with withdrawal is, of course, up pops the super Shiite al-Sadr to tie the diplomatic knot with Iran.
Then Bush will have to witness, not only lost love, but the object of his amorous hopes marrying his despised rival.
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