Iraqi Elections

It occurred to me last night as I was lying in bed that I had forgotten to write about the Iraqi elections. I still don't really have time at the moment to give it the attention it deserves, but let me just say that I am hopeful that this is a positive first step for the people in that country, but that I am cautious in my optimism. There's going to be a lot more strife before we can declare mission accomplished on stable democracy in that part of the world.