Quote from jbtrader23:
It hasn't gone as smoothly as I first thought. The longer this thing takes, the hotter it'll get in Iraq, possibly slowing down coalition forces (fighting in chemical suits in 100 degree heat?).
My biggest concern is seeing a lack of Iraqi civilian celebration. Where are the women and children dancing in the streets at the site of American troops? It seems to be a minority as compared to a majority.
I wonder why the Iraqi's didn't blow up the bridges over the Euphrates. I guess they're too busy using guerilla tactics.
Let's pray for our troops and for our POW's.
Some suggest that the lack of Iraqi civilian celebration has to do with our abandoment of them in 1991.
Many took to an uprising in 1991 during the Gulf War, as they thought the USA was going to finish the job. After we left early, the slaughter of those who opposed Saddam was intense.
So, naturally, they are a little skeptical. They want to be sure that we will finish the job this time, and the Saddam is truly gone.
Imagine how you would feel after umpteen years of abuse. It would take some time to feel comfortable once again to express your real feelings.
