It was like this.
"In the life of all free nations, there come moments that decide the direction of a country and reveal the character of its people. We are now at such a moment."
"In Iraq, an ally of the United States is fighting for its survival. Terrorists and extremists who are at war with us around the world are seeking to topple Iraq's government, dominate the region, and attack us here at home. If Iraq's young democracy can turn back these enemies, it will mean a more hopeful Middle East and a more secure America."
"The success of a free Iraq is critical to the security of the United States. A free Iraq will deny al Qaeda a safe haven. A free Iraq will counter the destructive ambitions of Iran. A free Iraq will marginalize extremists, unleash the talent of its people, and be an anchor of stability in the region. A free Iraq will set an example for people across the Middle East. A free Iraq will be our partner in the fight against terror -- and that will make us safer here at home."
She puzzled over this for some time, but at last a bright thought struck her. `Why, it's a Looking-glass book, of course! And if I hold it up to a glass, the words will all go the right way again!"
of you have sat, and perhaps thought, with us!
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For whatever reason, this post reminds me of the words of Baron Munchausen:
"Your reality, sir, is lies and balderdash and I'm delighted to say that I have no grasp of it whatsoever."
If we go back several decades, we can find the other bizarro version of the book that describes how the CIA needed to support Saddam's rise to power and attack on neighbors because it was in all of our interests. I'm just as puzzled by the first book as I am by the latest version.
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