Thursday, April 21, 2005

Iraq: An Emerging Democracy

Fire of Liberty

Here's a good piece by Michael Rubin over at National Review Online on the happenings in Iraq. It's very surprising. Here's a sneak peek:
The issues facing Iraq are vast. Iraqis debate the role of religion in their society. Kurds, Turkmen, and Arabs debate the future of Kirkuk. Discussions relating to a Basra-centered southern Iraqi federal unit are picking up. An increasingly mature and independent Iraqi press is at the forefront of investigating corruption. The arguments Iraqis have are long and sometimes heated. But, as the January 30 turnout showed, Iraqis take great pride in their sovereignty. The White House does too. Unfortunately, no one has yet told the American embassy.

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