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Yeah, the general idea being that the US wants to establish "colonies", especially in the Middle East which I don't agree with. To many people get involved as you push down to local gov't levels and you loose any meaningful control. We are forced to move forward in Iraq if for no other reason than to salvage our moral high ground in the eyes of the world.
My opinion is that historically we have preferred autocratic rule to do our bidding in the middle east. Poor country, single ruler with ego and the want of weapons. We can stock his military for him and in return we have indirect clout to help ensure our share of oil. Until they inevitably get tired of infidels holding purse strings over them.
If nothing else I have to give the Saudi's credit where it is due. They know you leave the dance with the one ya came! 30 years later and we still act like newlyweds!
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