Rumsfeld is Out…
And it’s about time. Just imagine this scenario: In July, Bush removes Rumsfeld, gives a timetable for withdrawal from Iraq (even a tentative one), and starts quietly (or openly) removing the neocons from his administration.
Had this happened, I suspect the Republicans would still be in charge of Congress, or at least close. However, instead of some humility regarding Iraq, we have Cheney, a chief neocon in the administration, proclaiming that no matter what happens in the midterm elections, the policy on Iraq will remain the same. I am glad to know the people’s voice still counts these days Dick! Of course, the new Secretary of Defense replacing Rumsfeld was chosen despite opposition by Cheney. It seems as if some Republicans have learned their lesson, but some have not.
