Just as there isn't one Iraqi people, there isn't one Iraqi army. We won't be arming a national army, but armies that are loyal to three different groups.

271

I know he has considerable sway. I saw it first hand. His predecessors were visiting the leaders, repeating the talking points.

226

The Bush administration finally did something right in brokering this constitution, ... This is the only possible deal that can bring stability. I do believe it might save the country.

166

He is deeply concerned about the future of Iraq.

160

His days in power are numbered. I can't think of too many examples in history where someone who has launched four wars in a decade lost all four and long remains in power.

138

Since sectarian war is already underway between Sunni Arabs and Shiites in Baghdad and some other parts of the country, it is hard to see how a centralized Iraq run by Shiites could serve the interests of its Sunni population.

100

I certainly don't see any easy way out of this mess.

90

The Timor Sea arrangement will not make the people of East Timor rich but it will give the people of East Timor a chance if the proceeds are spent wisely.

84