Reply #30: Clark's bottom line; Attempt to prevent a wider war. [View All]

Our invasion destabilized entire region, not just Iraq. No military solutions now, answers must be political. U.S. must renounce permanent Iraq bases, and acknowledge Iraq's Oil revenues belong to Iraq's people. Emphasize diplomacy involving all nations with important regional interests. No additional U.S. troops in Iraq, establish timelines for the witdrawal of current U.S. troops during regional negotiations that include nations U.S. may have issues with, including Iran. Recognize all parties have legitimate national interests that must be acknowledged. The crisis inside Iraq isn't in a vacuum sepereate from other Middle East conflicts. The road to Baghdad runs through Jerusalem.