Because of the way we went about it as a nation has sufficiently alienated us from the rest of the world.

I wholeheartedly agree that it is in the best interests of the rest of the world to see this come to a peaceful resolution. But it's not going to happen in the current political environment.

I've not offered any suggestions, because we must have a 180 degree change in our administration before we can begin to discuss any resolution to the situation.

>>You seem to think there's no problem with the level of attacks against our soldiers and against the Iraqi people. Even though these attacks have continued to get more brazen and more deadly as time passes.
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>Actually, I do think that's a problem. Which is why I've repeatedly suggested that everyone in the world realize that the Iraqis need help forming and securing their nation.
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>You don't seem to think that's worth the effort. You seem anxious to point out the problems and who can be blamed for them, but nothing more substantial.