Those of us on FR who are celebrating the Iraqis voting are proof that you don't need to have selfish reasons for feeling joy. And I'm sure that the President feels the exact same way! Looking at these photos, and seeing the turnout numbers only supports the vision for democracy in the Mideast. While we share the joy and happiness with Iraqis, you can bet that Iran, Syria, and Saudi Arabia are shaking in their shoes at the success of their neighbor.
God bless all Iraqis who have shown the world that there is no underestimating the human spirit and its call to freedom.