The Iraqis' opinions on how great things are in Iraq

By: Dianne
Published On: 9/14/2007 9:06:56 PM

Just wonder why Mr. Bush didn't mention anything in his speech about how happy all the Iraqis are with what the invasion and occupation has brought to their everyday life:  no electricity, no jobs, extreme violence, the fear of death squads, healthcare in dire straits, the unavailability of clean water, and on and on and on.....

Here's the poll that the Senators were referencing during the Patraeus hearing the other day.

The latest of four opinion polls commissioned by the BBC and ABC has provided a revealing insight into the everyday lives, hopes and fears of people living in Iraq.

EFFECT OF THE 'SURGE'
"The United States has increased the number of its forces in Baghdad and surrounding provinces in the past six months. Please tell me if you think this increase of forces has made it better, worse, or had no effect?"

But the good news that Mr. Bush forgot to mention is actually for our soldiers:  93% of the Iraqis think it is acceptable to attack coalition forces (coalition forces = us and the 36 other countries ??? fighting with us).  "Good Job" Brownie!

 

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