Sadly, we are very close to war with Iraq. This war is being called 'needless' and the president is being excoriated as a warmonger. The war isn't needless, but it's hard to admit the truth of why it is essential to the welfare of mankind. If the preparations Saddam Hussein has been making since the end of the Gulf War mean anything, it will be a dangerous and difficult affair. Unfortunately, the American people are expecting an easy war. If that’s what happens, all will be well. But if it gets hard, then our resolve will obviously be tested. What...