They didn't clarify, Doug, but I got the impression it was spending money on things likes guns and anti-aircraft missiles, not long-term research. Nuclear research would qualify as a long term thing that doesn't have a quick payoff.

Whether Iraq will accept the resolution or not... Since Iraq has already agreed to inspections priot to the passage, it may be a short and sweet wait. BUT -- although I may not think Saddam is suicidal, petty dictators and bullies have this habit of pointless defiance. If he thinks it will go bad for him either way, he'll probably put his back up against the wall and hide behind talk of Iraq's sovereignity being insulted.

I hope not. I would *SO* like to see this thing end peacefully. Of course, Saddam's advisors may take matters into their own hands is Saddam beces intractable.