I was thinking along the lines of the first Iraq war, in which I think we did a good job, except for not closing the deal on Hussein. I used to support the UN but their recent history shows them just as susceptible to corruption and incompetence as any other large agency. I agree the Euros are a little too enamored of discussing things over tea/wine/beer, which is why I was hoping we’d engage in a BRIEF attempt at diplomacy, hope that the other sides spit in our face and then, hopefully (and I admit to some idealism here) we can rally the troops (metaphorically speaking). I don’t see the downside of a peer to peer discussion–but I am not as strong on the details as many here. I do see an upside–give them their chance to be heard (makes us look good) and to screw up before the world community.
Ok, can’t wait to read the onslaught and attacks. I’ve stolen enough time from my livelihood already…
