I read this excellent WSJ article this morning and am glad to see it shared w. FReepers.
I too think that Bolton's accuracy on the situation in Latin America - and his frustration with the left-leaning "analysts" at State that hid this from the light of day for years - is behind the attacks on him by the Dems and leftists. I think this is even more responsible for their Bolton-hatred than their fears about his attitude to the UN. Castro is their boy, and Chavez is his prophet, and they are furious that Bolton disagrees.
Castro-Chavez ping.