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First, my concession.
I expected far more American fatalities than I've seen. I expected a much larger number of Iraqis to be fighting against us. So, to this point, yes, I'm grateful that there haven't been more. I'm not rejoicing, but I'm grateful.
Sadly, that's my only concession.
Anyone who followed this dog and pony show since its inception knew where we were going and where we're going next (Iran, Syria). Anyone aware of the desires of the neoconservative movement knew this was coming, with or without 9/11. I never believed the WMD argument, not because I was privy to any information, but because I am that cynical in my feelings about this administration.
What boggles me to this point are those calling this operation a general success, even while most of those knowledgable enough to speak as an expert on this topic freely concede that we're looking at another 3-5 years, if things go smoothly.
The notion of considering this operation a success due to the events so far is akin to watching a horse race, and before the jockey's even reach the first turn, claiming victory for whoever is in the lead.
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"I can normally tell how intelligent a man is by how stupid he thinks I am" - Cormac McCarthy, All The Pretty Horses
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