Nicely done. Huzzahs for early turnover are masking the real issues (what a surprise!).
<> They don't get command of our HUGE number of troops; <> They DO get to take the blame for deciding how to do those pesky elections; <> When it doesn't work out too well (in time for US elections) they can put in a panic call to Georgy for another "rescue"; <> There's enough USers and other foreigners in the region to take hostages and wage other terrorist acts without having to come over here and buck security, and without having to pay so much in travel expense!
Love to know how the insider trading picture looks THIS morning. ;~)