It's not that the people in Iraq aren't smart enough, I think it has more to do with they need time to "learn and develop" institutions conducive to democracy. You can't just give them instant democracy. I think alot of them are shell-shocked cause they aren't used to freedom and being allowed to think for themselves. Just give them some time and "gentle guidance" and I think they'll be alright (oversimplification, but to show point).
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