They just got a different tool to use than we do: They kill innocent lives to achieve objectives. That's what they do. And they're good. They get on the TV screens and they get people to ask questions about, well, you know, this, that or the other. I mean, they're able to kind of say to people: Don't come and bother us, because we will kill you. Bush - Joint News Conference with Blair - 28 July '06

Sunday, January 02, 2005

Marines welcome residents back to 'model city'

As the 'honeymoon period' approaches it's end, the 'benevolent, dominant tribe' prepare for the return of 300,000 Fallujans in time for the, er, elections. Marine commanders cautioned against raising hopes that they would warmly welcome troops when they return to ruined houses and rubble-strewn streets. The goal is 'mutual respect'.
The Boston Globe reports Link