I think it's probably a bit of everything you addressed, GD. Obstinance, denial and blindness. I really think there are those who thought that the Vietnam War would have been won if only we'd shown more resolve and unity, never minding the reasons why they broke down to begin with. I wasn't at all surprised to hear Rummy break away from Bush on this one, and I look forward to all the tell-all books about Bush that are sure to start creeping out of the sewers.
