On 11/5/06, Michael Perelman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
I don't think that we have to idealize Iran to oppose opposition. Imagine opposing the Iraq invasion by explaining how good Saddam was. Would that really help to prevent the invasion?
As far as Iran is concerned, invasion is not in the cards at this moment (though missile strikes can be). Sanctions is the issue of the moment. What's our argument against sanctions on Iran? Also, the pre-war Iraqi government did not enjoy popular support -- hence its easy collapse after the invasion. The Iranian government at this moment is not like that. That difference needs to be clarified to the American public. A long-term, effective sanctions can certainly erode support for any government, though, as it strips the government of its ability to provide for citizens, which is the reason why Washington is keen on its use against a wide variety of governments it seeks to remove. -- Yoshie <http://montages.blogspot.com/> <http://mrzine.org> <http://monthlyreview.org/>
