Zaraqawi, bin Laden and others........have no interest in winning
Apparently this is part of what you fail to understand. The Zaraqawis and bin Ladens don't need victory to be a winner. All they need to do is not lose. This simple truth is something you need to think about, and maybe you will understand. The current bonehead policy of Bush, et al requires a victory.
Hell, he declared victory on that carrier when he made his great photo op. And now the game is hung-up in overtime. As long as our media keep the spot light on the Zaraqawis they are moving the ball and enjoying success. This keeps getting them new recruits and perpetuates the game.
And please don't begin to tell me you are happy with the state of our national security. (Hint: look at our swiss cheese borders.)
Publius