[AFPhys]

" Hershey also points to the wisdom of holding off in April. The distinction between then and now is the present use of Iraqi troops and police, in Fallujah and elsewhere. These forces didn't wash in April. They were not ready, and, as Hershey wrote, they were not ready to pledge themselves to the Bremer regime. Now they are fighting for themselves with experience, prestige, and pride, applying the training and tools we have given them. "

YUP - Thanks for weighing in on this.

[DollyCali]

Good afternoon.. we will have to behave now that you are here !

LOL

off to ride my bike a short while. I am feeling pretty crappy with onset of a URI but it is 60 here today & the weather bottoms out again for rest of week. I always feel better if I get a couple dozen miles in.

[No Blue States]

bump

The Iraqis taking a major role also adds to the important legitimacy of the coming elections.

[DollyCali]

The terrorists have recently killed many of the Iraqi police/army colleagues and friends.. they have a new sense of vitality with those images & memories, I believe. And yes, they are better trained at this point.