Iraq By the Numbers
As we gear up for the big 'Surge' debate, we look at the various administration mouthpieces parroting 'surge' success numbers that appear to be directly contradicted by the statistics actually coming out of Iraq. The bamboozlement is so brazen even Wolf Blitzer is calling them on it.
Elected leaders on Sunday representing the main factions in Iraq announced they had reached a deal on some of the most contentious issues facing the government. The compromise must be approved by the parliament, but that it enjoys the support of leaders in all three factions — especially the Sunni Islamic Party — is a hopeful sign.
The proposed de-Baathification process would allow greater participation by former Baathists, paving the way for a government more inclusive of Sunnis. Likewise, the...
Sunday Show Roundup: "Breathing Space"
In our Sunday Show Roundup we take a look at the "success" of the surge in providing the Iraqi government the time and space it needs to achieve political reconciliation. The verdict? Not so successful.
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