[Mavdog]

While you are correct in the differences between the Iraqis and the Palestinians, I don't agree with your point about the demonization of the Jews. That is prevalent in every country in the middle east. It was no surprise when Hussein cloaked himself in the Palestinian cause towards the end of his reign.

The influence of the Iranians in the shia establishment of Iraq may present the very same issues that the Hamas candidates presented. It is very possible the majority of the shia end up voting for non-secular candidates who are running on a religious plank. What will we do if the people of Iraq determine they want a theocracy led by their own alatollahs??