But the reason matters not. Barring a miracle, Iran will almost assuredly be attacked and any excuse will do, no matter how far-flung. Hell, next thing you know, Ahmadinejad will be the new Hitler for stealing rattles from babies. (Though he could end up a new American hero if they’re lead-based ones from China.)
‘Bout the only thing that could stop this latest round of Bushian madness is if Iran’s oil magically disappeared overnight, even if the very next day fifty shiny new nukes rolled through Tehran on full military display.
If such a fantastic scenario did occur, I’d not be surprised to read this tiny item a few months later:
“Toys from Tehran: The White House, recognizing Iran’s commitment to stop increasing its nuclear stockpile while also seeking to punish China, lifted sanctions yesterday against the importation of playthings from the Middle Eastern nation. Dishware, too.”
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