Bush History - Why Opinion of US Improved in World’s Largest Muslim Nation, 12/29

[BlueButGlad2]

Bush's misguided Iraq invasion drove angry Muslims into al Qaeda's welcoming army, as the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Iraqis angers the Arab world.

Yet, in the world's largest Muslim nation, one action by Mr. Bush served to improve opinions of America there, reducing temptations to join the terrorists.

It is clear that bombs and guns are not the only weapons against terror.

More details, from the 2009 Bush Blunder Calendar ...
http://poorgeorgesalmanac.com/?p=1283

Today's category: Encouraging Terrorism, Foreign Policy Foul Ups, Iraq

[Enthusiast]

1. Say it isn't so!

How will we justify spending billions on weapons if honey works so much better than vinegar? :sarcasm:

[BlueButGlad2]

2. I guess Ben Franklin's point is...

that honey can be an efective tool in dealing with our enemies; it's best to take advantage of it when we can. Not to say there is NEVER a need for weapons. Surely there is.