As I have said before, in these circumstances the stupid ruthless ones have it all over the smart ditherers. How do the Democrats expect to win back the government if they keep talking like John Kerry, a little bit of war here, a little bit of peace there. That is why they lost the last time. If I were a Republican, I would cheer up every time John Kerry opens his mouth -- 20,000 troops home by Christmas. Why? What about the other 140,000? Are they building democracy or not? What should be done about them? Are they safer in Iraq with 20,00 fewer of them? Is the insurgency really fueled by the American troops, or an impending civil war? Why not more troops? Why not the draft? Why not no troops over there?

It is crazy to keep making these "me too, but only sort of different" dithering statements: I'll see you 20,000 and raise you 10. It is agonizing to watch the Democrats like deer in the headlights, but they could have at least the good grace to shut up and go home until they have something worthwhile to contribute.


yours,

Peter T.