Reply #10: As the night wears on...... Bush's speechwriters are frantically

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writing speeches for any and all scenarios from the "election" in Iraq.

Scenario #1: Iraqis, fearing for their lives, are huddled in their homes, knowing that "If we make it through today, we should probably be OK". Unbelievably low turnout at the polls. A mere 2% turnout. The vast majority of votes have come from other countries, like Norway & Sweden.

Bush's Speech for above scenario: "My fellow Americans. Today was a historic day for the Iraqi people, and for humanity. What we have witnessed is nothing less than a miracle. We have seen Democracy shine its light above the darkness of terrorism, and evil-doers who would destroy the chance of these people to choose their own form of government.

Let today be remembered into all Eternity, as the World Watches, in awesome stupefaction at the Miraculous Miracle which has occurred".

Scenario #2: Insurgents end up blowing up all polling places, ATM's, a few libraries, and some huge pot holes in the streets. It's a scene from the 4th of July, except it's for real. American troops are caught in the fracas. As many as 10 - 15 troops are killed in the melee.

People hide in fear for their lives. Many Iraqis die in the exchange of fire. It's an absolute scene from Dante's Inferno. The sound of explosions is deafening. Journalists end up hiding in their rooms, under hotel beds, for fear of being discovered. No amount of company bonus is enough to convince them to go outdoors.

Bush's Speech #2, for above scenario: "Americans, what we have seen is a show of force. Yes, the terrorists are doing their best to stop a process that cannot be stopped. We will prevail. The Iraqis will prevail, no matter how trying the challenges. There have been a few casualties, but Let the Fire of Freedom Burn.

We have seen the Iraqis desire for freedom and democracy. They were willing to be brave and stand up for their beliefs. This is a day that will be remembered in History.

Bush is right. This day will be remembered, but not the way he thinks.