KG4MVP, nobody's criticizing me here, so there's no question of living in denial. We are merely expressing our opposing views here. As for that picture, it is easy to blame the US for every terrorist act that is happening in Iraq right now. That car bomb was planted by terrorists, so what do you mean by "Why did the US have to do it?" Granted, the US army is reponsible for some civilian casualties, but because people want to blame the US for everything nowadays, these terrorists are getting away lightly even after killing their own fellow countrymen and fellow Muslims. What can you say about people who kill even their own in the name of religion? Btw, it is pretty clear that Kerry won't cut and run out of Iraq, so don't pin your hopes on him ending this war if he becomes President. I am glad Kerry recognizes that this war has to be fought for the long run. Left-wing fanatics will not get their way even if Kerry wins this election.