that Bush said something that left Robertson with that impression.

I would not have predicted that after this long we would be getting the casualties that we are experiencing. I said months ago that multiple casualties per day for many months would be difficult on the public perception of the war. Bush deserves criticism for his post war planning.

The thing that those who take pleasure in Robertson's remarks should note is that in spite of the casualties he supports Bush over Kerry as a stronger leader. Sure you could say that rings hollow, but if you give him credit for the truth on the casualties issue you have to give him some credit for his overall opinion.

The big problem is the political conduct of the war. I have no confidence in Kerry to stop this. I am down to hoping that Bush will use his final term to finish the job he started without regard for politics.