[chilepepper]

I disagree. Once Baghdad falls, i think you will be amazed how quickly the Iraqis turn against the former regime.

The reason the Iraqis haven't come out yet to support the Allies is both predictable and prudent. If the Allies leave before Saddam falls, those Iraqis (like the teenage girl who was hanged for waving to troops) will be tortured and killed. Once Basra/Nasariya/etc falls, watch what happens!

I think things will settle down quickly once we get rid of Saddam... the Iraqis will turn their true tormentors...

[SLB]

Hate to break the news to you, but I am afraid this will be a long and protracted action. I notice the administration is no longer talking about the Iraqis suffering from "shock and awe" instead the adiminstration is shocked into the cold hard reality of war being an awesome undertaking.