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To: JDN who wrote (8386)9/6/2007 5:22:52 PM
From: Bill  Respond to of 25737
 
Clearly, we need a strong presence in the ME. We have it in some of the countries, and may yet have it in others. But this nation building exercise in Iraq has turned into a sad joke.



To: JDN who wrote (8386)9/6/2007 8:49:54 PM
From: DuckTapeSunroof  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 25737
 
Re: "I would say the Middle East is as important today as Western Europe was after the 2nd World War and the rise of Communism."

WHY?

The culture?

The manufacturing strength?

The scientific advancements?

(Or the dwindling production of a transportation fuel... which will run out and be replaced in due course anyway....)