[Prost1]

"this thing won't reveal itself for another 10 years or more."

I think it will be clearer sooner. When I look at a map I see to the right Iran. To the left is Syria. To the south are our "friends" the Saudis. We will be in a much better position to keep on eye on the neighborhood in the near future. In order of quell the Arab fundamentalists, we need to squeeze the Saudis (Colin Powell's friends). We need to influence Iran and Syria.

Our State Department is influenced by those who follow Metternich (Realpolitik) but who ignore the salient fact the diplomacy not backed by power is useless (Bismarck).

This is the house cleaning that needs to be done. Completing this task, strengthening our finances, and revamping our military doctrine will go a long way in our struggle against the crazed muslim militants.

[LexBaird]

I think it will be clearer sooner. When I look at a map I see to the right Iran. To the left is Syria. To the south are our "friends" the Saudis. We will be in a much better position to keep on eye on the neighborhood in the near future. In order of quell the Arab fundamentalists, we need to squeeze the Saudis (Colin Powell's friends). We need to influence Iran and Syria.

Hallelujah! Someone besides me can read a map!