[VOA]

I can't recall the exact name, but IIRC, some Swedish "peace institute" did a real study
and found that about ONE PERCENT of the military purchases by Iraq
were of USA-made hardware.

The USA may have given Saddam the "go get 'em, boy!" encouragement in regard to Iran...
but apparently the USA DID NOT provide him the means (well, except via buying his oil).

[BushCountry]

Iran was a threat (Soviet Empire Puppet) then and are a terrorist threat now. Maybe they will be next. : )

Actually, if President Bush can changed minds toward democracy (less terrorist seeking, I see that happening now) in the middle east through force, trade policy and determination. He will stand tall as one of the greatest presidents ever.