Iraqis speak: The surge, and the occupation, have failed
September 10th, 2007
As the General gives Congress the latest spin, the Iraqis speak. ABC news, the BBC, and the Japanese broadcaster NHK have released a new poll of Iraqi opinion. Verdict: The surge has failed with 61% saying security has gotten worse over the last six months.
And 53% of all Iraqis want the US/”Coalition” troops out immediately. Of course, the numbers are much higher if the Kurds are not included. Oh, and 57% feel that atacks on”Coalition” forces are acceptable. Of course, again, take out the /kurds and this percentage jumps.
Imagine what the Iraqis will say in another six months, when, again, the “surge” is “evaluated.”
Daily Kos has a nice summary, so I won’t repeat it here.
Entry Filed under: Iraq, Media, Polls and Attitudes
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