Iraq (2004) | Iraq Needs Transitional Rule by a Strongman

Thousands of Iraqi Shi’ites chanted “No to America, No to Saddam, Yes to Islam” a few days ago [in April 2003], during pilgrimage rites at the holy city of Karbala. Increasing numbers of Iraqis appear to agree with these sentiments. They have ominous implications for the coalition forces.1

Gratitude for liberation usually has a short shelf life, and Iraq will be no exception. As a middle-aged factory manager put it, “Thank you, Americans. But now we don’t need anybody to stay here anymore.”

However delighted they are to be rid of the Saddamite nightmare,...

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