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Thanks for the link.

Though, first of all, I note that the rumors are gathered from unnamed administration officials. It could just be wishful thinking.

I don't think I would have a problem with using some MEK members as spies, as we wouldn't be supporting the group itself - at least in a technical sense. The obvious advantage in using them is that they know Iran much better than American personnel do. However, if it was known that the Americans were basically recruiting terrorists (or at least members of a terrorist organization), it might present complications in the long term.

Now that I think about it more, I think I might have a problem with it. I mean, if Bush tried to recruit al-Qaida terrorists, the Democrats would start impeachment hearings. You wouldn't be supporting the MEK as an organization, but some of their members. After regime change, they might claim enhanced legitimization since we used their assets.

It's a dilemma, but I agree with Bush in his call for a moral-based foreign policy. Of course, you're not likely to do much good if you only work with angelic people. It depends where you draw the line, and at what point does the costs of doing business with certain people exceed the probable benefits?