In rebuilding Iraq keep goals modest and realistic
Our view argues the hard part is rebuilding democracy in Iraq after military victory. It urges a modest U.S. role, a short occupation, and giving Iraq back to Iraqis, while noting fragile peace in Iraq and Northern Ireland as a cautionary backdrop. It discusses Bush Blair approaches, UN involvement, and implications for regional power politics.
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Hoover Institution
Russell Berman
Stephen Haber
Barry Weingast
America
Cut heart attack claim from Helena ban debunked
Jacob Sullum disputes a study cited by anti smoking advocates claiming smoking bans halve heart attacks. He notes small sample size and conflicting CDC data, arguing bans do not produce such dramatic declines. He questions media credulity and highlights broader epidemiological context.
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Reason Magazine
Will Iraqis welcome democracy or resist invasion
Stephen Chapman argues that Iraqi reception to democracy is uncertain. He notes Bush era promises, potential nationalist pull, and possible civilian costs if U S forces face prolonged resistance. He urges caution about assuming warm welcomes and highlights historic struggles for self rule and foreign rule.
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