Assasination in Iraq

H/t to Juan Cole who puts the U.S. assassination of a leading Iranian military leader (and also a thuggish terrorist) in its proper context. Tough times ahead.

It's good to see Democratic politicians largely pointing out the illegality of Trump's strike. The polarization here seems no different than about anything else under our quasi-fascist leader: Republicans kowtow obsequiously; Dems call for Constitutional virtues and norms deep-sixed by the Cheeto.

What passes for an Iraqi government is screwed from all directions, most obviously with its own populace.

Looks like John Bolton may be getting his desired war and have managed to get out soon enough to retain some shred of dignity. There is no justice.