'Democracies Yield the Peace'
Another gem from President Bush's surprise Q&A today:
The long run in this war is going to require a change of governments in parts of the world.
What the hell does that mean? Iraq and Afghanistan aren't enough?
After interrupting himself with a rambling digression that ranged from Elvis to his father's fighting the Japanese to 'go-bys' — whatever they are — he continues his thought:
So the fundamental question is, do we have the confidence and universal values to help change a troubled part of the world. If you're a supporter of Israel, I would strongly urge you to help other countries become democracies. Israel's long-term survival depends upon the spread of democracy in the Middle East...I believe democracy — the desire to be free is universal. That's what I believe. And if you believe that, then you've got to act on it. That doesn't mean militarily. But that means using the influence of the United States to work with others to help — to help freedom spread.
Funny, but I don't find "That doesn't mean militarily" in the least bit reassuring, coming from the "bring 'em on" president.
When does the bloodshed end?
