I think he made the wisest decision, in giving his support to a wave of anti-terror fervor that has even swept up states like Iran. There would never be a better time to shift the political life of Pakistan as far as possible away from Islamic fundamentalism.

Of course, there would also never be a better time for Islamic fundamentalists to sweep aside all political opposition and seize control of Pakistan outright.

It was a major gamble, but probably a good one.

Buried under all the hype about lynchings and fundamentalist fury, I found this quote to be most interesting:

'Pakistan's main political parties, including the Pakistan People's Party and the Muslim League, have however indicated they will support President Musharraf's stance.'

Sounds a lot like what's happened in America, where - in the midst of a crisis and an impending military action - people are rallying behind their government, in spite of any disagreements they may have.

Pakistan protests turn violent

Still, there's no need for anyone to envy Musharraf.

(And now for the bad pun.)

Kind of like being between Iraq and a Herat place.