Republicans in Washington are getting very nervous about the political ramifications of the Iraq War. So nervous that Senate Republicans are looking for a way out. I'm not sure anything short of complete withdrawal will make a difference prior to the '06 elections. As long as American soldiers are being killed on a regular basis, and Iraqis are being blown up by suicide bombers, voters that November will be reminded that George W. Bush sent them into Iraq and the war still isn't over, with no end in sight. Americans prefer to either fight to win, or not fight at all. They strongly disapprove of long-running, dirty wars. The only thing that will reverse the political tide, other than withdrawal (which won't happen), is a new terrorist attack here in the States.

Mark Steyn says bi-cultural Europe is doomed. I believe he is right. Charles Krauthammer also has some thoughts on the future of France.