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2003-04-02 Iraq

Within Cities, Baath Party Remains in Control

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Posted by Patrick Phillips 2003-04-02 02:01 am|| || Front Page|| [4 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 "When that control finally breaks down, the south will see a blood-letting of incredible proportions as the treachery and brutality of the Baath party is repaid. It will be extremely difficult, if not impossible, for US/UK forces to maintain control because of the relatively small size of our forces."
Based upon our experience in Afghanistan of the thugs returning from the woodwork, that's a feature not a bug.

Posted by Don 2003-04-02 09:23:37|| 2003-04-02 09:23:37|| Front Page Top

#2 We should just let them get it over with. At least we'll know most if not all of them are gone.

But, right out of the box we need to tell them the sooner they get their act together, the sooner we leave.

And the best revenge against your neighbors is living well. The Iraqis have the opportunity to do that with oil as their base. Just so long as they diversify and not rely on oil for their economy. Plus, it's going to drive the mullahs of Iran nuts.

Posted by Anonymous 2003-04-02 11:38:37|| 2003-04-02 11:38:37|| Front Page Top

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