A Few of FR's Finest...Every Day...12/15/05....Dems to U.S. Troops: It's not too late to lose!

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Dems to U.S. Troops: It's not too late to lose! But time's running out
by JohnHuang2

Reuters reports that "President George W. Bush faces a critical test this week with Iraqi elections that mark a defining moment in his campaign to convince Americans to support his Iraq war strategy."

Iraqi elections. Bush faces "critical test." When I read this, I thought to myself that although no one can ever know for sure what voters will do, I have no doubt Bush will be re-elected. Oops! Correction: Bush is not on the ballot. But he may as well be, the way this week's elections are being depicted. Same ol', 'Bush's finished . . . he's following in daddy's footsteps . . . watch him get flung out on his ears!' crap the MSM kept feeding us before Bush gave horseface a good horsewhipping on Election Day.

The critical problem Bush's media enemies face this week in Iraq is the same problem they faced throughout last year's presidential campaign: They don't have a candidate. The idea they're going to win this war in Iraq against Bush is just plain wrong. Not with Zarqawi as the "face" of the "opposition". Now, had the liberal media chosen someone else to champion, someone a tad less inclined to blow up weddings for kicks, who knows.

Oh, sure, Zarqawi could win in a walk in Hollywood, but in Iraq, not a snowball's chance (though I think a final Zogby poll has Zarqawi getting 311 electoral votes). Which is why you won't see any Iraqi politician happy to be seen with Zarqawi. Gets snubbed even by Sunni politicians. No heavy campaign schedule for Zarqawi, who, like Cindy Sheehan, calls the elections a Bush-neocon-Zionist plot.

But it's more than just about personalities and candidates. It's about the power of an idea. The idea of liberty. Freedom. Democracy. Self-government.

Bush faced a "critical test" last January with Iraqi elections to pick a provisional, interim government. "Analysts" dismissed as fantasy the possibility that Iraqis would turn out to vote in large numbers for Bush's Neocon Junta. The polling places will be deserted. Too much violence. Iraqis won't dare cross Zarqawi. Those who dare vote will be blown to bits. Then there will be a civil war!

Didn't turn out that way. Iraqis went to the polls in mammoth numbers to vote for Bush's "crusader conspiracy." Violence was minimal. The widely reported civil war failed to materialize. The January 30 elections were dubbed the Purple Finger Revolution. It was the power of ideas at work. As Bush says, the desire for liberty and human freedom is universal. Millions of Iraqi voters had proven him right that day.

"Analysts" then said: Ah, the vote was the easy part! Now comes the "real challenge."

Bush faced a "critical test" after the provisional government was elected. The job of the provisional government was to write a governing constitution, and have it ready for a nationwide referendum by October 15. "Analysts" dismissed as neocon fantasy the possibility Iraqis would reach a consensus on a new document. Iraqis are too divided. Kurds will never agree with Sunnis, Sunnis will never agree with Shi'ites on language. Then there will be a civil war!

Well, again, didn't turn out that way. Kurds, Shi'ites and Sunnis set aside their differences long enough to reach a consensus on language.

"Analysts" then said: Ah, writing the constitution -- easy part! Now comes the "real challenge."

Bush faced a "critical test" in the October 15 referendum. "Analysts" dismissed as fantasy the possibility Iraqi voters would endorse the new constitution. Sunnis will vote it down by large enough margins and in enough provinces to defeat it. Then there will be a civil war!

Needless to say, didn't turn out that way. The constitution got a sizable vote of confidence from Iraqi voters. Turnout was higher than expected. The widely reported bloodbath failed to materialize.

"Analysts" had a ready explanation: Ah, the referendum -- easy part! Now comes the "real challenge."

So now we come to this week's landmark election. Iraqis will be choosing the first freely-elected four-year government in their nation's history. Campaign posters everywhere. Roughly 500 parties and alliances. About 7,700 candidates, each vying for a seat in parliament. Sunnis boycotted the January elections. They won't be boycotting this one. Turnout could be as high as 70%.

So far this year, in two successful national elections, Iraqis have proven Bush right, Democrats wrong. Democracy in the Middle East. No wonder Democrats can't stop shrieking about "prisoner abuse" -- how U.S. troops are "mistreating" their guys.

The MSM effort to buck up the terrorists and give them the hope that by bravely blowing up weddings and schools they would drive out the U.S. has failed. And backfired. It's increasingly clear Zarqawi lacks a coherent plan for success!

Here at home, Democrats are more split on Iraq than ever. Split down the middle. Half of the party wants quick surrender, the other half says wait another 6 months, then surrender. (Dems to U.S. troops: It's not too late to lose -- but time is running out!)

And Bush is on a roll. He's back on offense, delivering a series of speeches as only a visionary can deliver. Bush is a bold, hard-charging leader who challenges the status quo and who never backpedals. Even in the darkest hours, Bush never backpedaled. This President doesn't know the meaning of the word. There's no question who commands the stage, who's setting the agenda. Shrewd, quick witted, resourceful and clever, Bush keeps beating the Democrats at their game.

On Thursday, we'll be witnessing another giant step towards freedom in the Middle East, and another major blow to freedom's enemies. God bless our President, God bless our troops, and God bless the United States of America!

Anyway, that's...

My two cents

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[dutchess]

Hi sistah. Just getting here. Are you getting snow there? It's been snowing all day here, but fortunately it's wet and melting on the roads. Very pretty!

Ouch on your mattress ordeal! ((((dolly)))))

[dutchess]

Hi Lori! Looks like you've had some "playtime" today! Wish I did. (I'm taking a break at work!) (((((lori))))

[dutchess]

Queen of Everything HUH???? I like it!!! (and you look great in purple!)

[dutchess]

Hi Aqua. Isn't internet shopping the best????? Glad you can hang out today. Seems like old times with everyone "playing" at the same time!!! ((((sistahs))))) ((((brotha louie)))))

[Mama_Bear]

Looks like you've had some "playtime" today!

Yes, and it is WONDERFUL! Don't mean to brag or nuthin', but.....all my Christmas shopping is done! YIPPEE!! Now, I can sit back and enjoy the decorated house and not have to continue to stress over what to buy for people. They are going to get what I got them.....which is mostly gift certificates. LOL.

Wish you could spend more time with us, sistah, but it is nice that you can take a break once in awhile and peak in on us.

Hope you have a wonderful Christmas celebration this weekend. :-)

[Billie]

Thank you, sistahs. It's nice to see all three of you here at the same time. I have to leave for a while. Will try to get back later this afternoon. Dutchess, do hope you will be around tomorrow even for a little while, but if not, hope your weekend is perfect for your family Christmas!

Somebody has a special treat for us tomorrow - just a heads up! :)

(((((((((((HUGS))))))))))

[Kitty Mittens]

How Adorable, Billie! : )

Hugs and Prayers, Dolly!

[Kitty Mittens]

Your Work is Excellent, Dutchess and JohnHuang!

God Bless our President!

[Mama_Bear]

Look what I found under my Christmas tree! Now, I also have something purple, red and sparkly to wear to celebrate Iraqi voting day and for "wear red for the troops" Fridays.

Thank you SantaWolf. I think purple is my color. :-)

[Mama_Bear]

Those pictures are so a joy sight to see. :)

Yes, they sure are!

[deadhead]

Great essay and presentation. Thank you, JH2 and dutchess

"Oh, sure, Zarqawi could win in a walk in Hollywood, but in Iraq, not a snowball's chance (though I think a final Zogby poll has Zarqawi getting 311 electoral votes)."

LOL

[deadhead]

Very, very sweet. Loved your post for Dolly, Billie. Thank You for including my sweet Lucy, she wants to put a smile in Dolly's heart. The graphic you posted reminds a little of Lucy.

[deadhead]

This will be the photo on my Christmas Card this year, finally finished decorating my Christmas tree. Was happy to find tinsel / icicles. LOL, I bought a bunch of it to get me through several years :-)

The Magic of Christmas

[Mama_Bear]

Oh, what a sweet photo!

[dutchess]

Hi Colleen. Beautiful tree and Lucy looks great!

[dutchess]

Hi again. Ended up in a snowdrift in front of our house just now and Mr. D. just dug me out. (7 inches of snow so far) Our bathroom sink and toilet backed up twice this week...the second time this morning. Carpeting in study and family room was soaked. Our water softener runs through the same line when it regenerates and turns out we had roots in our lines outside causing the backup. FORTUNATELY it was "clean" water. Plumber to the rescue this afternoon. All the family coming in tomorrow night. Shoppings not done, still have one more tree to put up. Ordered a number of out of state restaurant gift certificates and no mail today due to weather (am stressed that they won't be here by Saturday). All I can say is "bah humbug"!!! (that's what you get for bragging about being done :o) ) But, yes, still there's alot to be grateful for. Attitude adjustment on it's way :o)

[dutchess]

WOW...great picture of our president kitty...and that's one of my favorite "tables".

[GodBlessUSA]

How Beautiful deadhead. :)
You did a super job decorating your tree!

[dutchess]

Hi Dutchess I love the prayer table you created. :)

Would love to take credit for that but that was the generic one we all used to use...I think billie did it. Since then everyone has created their own EXCEPT ME. It's on my ever growing "TO DO" list LOL!

How are you doing? Are you ready for Christmas?

See post just before this to Lori. Have 20 family members here this weekend..and nope not even close to ready! Today has been one big Murphy's Law....BUT...things will work out!

[dutchess]

The Pleasanton location is new for this election. The expatriates had to travel to LA in the previous election - twice. Once to register and then to return to vote. They set it up for them to register and vote at the same time. And, they are all LEGAL immigrants

That is so very cool. It is just amazing how the libs here are whining about long lines, how dare we consider a voter ID and the low turnouts we have here. Atleast there is some positive coverage of this election. AMAZING!!!