They may not be perfect, they may not be the answer, but I think the elections in Iraq are a step in the right direction. And when so many Americans can't be bothered to make it to the polling booths despite complete safety, I think the Iraqis who voted today deserve our respect for refusing to bow to the threats directed at them.
I would never presume to make light of the deaths that did take place today, but I think a handful of suicide attacks on the very day of elections might demonstrate the weakness, not the strength of the insurgents. That's not a prediction, nor a robust assessment of the security situation. But in light of the threats that were made, and the concerns voiced both there and here, I think initial reports suggest the day went rather well.
Gabriel | 30 January 2005 | Permalink
