President Bush: My fellow Americans, good evening. I want to announce tonight that I have sent American forces into Iran. We intend to use overwhelming force so that this conflict can be brought to a swift conclusion with a minimum of casualties. I'll let you know why we are doing this when the war is over. God bless America. Goodnight.

Alina Stefanescu (Guest Blogger) - 3/29/2004

The ex post facto Bush style certainly makes it easier to turn what should be an explanation into what ultimately remains a justification. :)

Sheldon Richman - 3/29/2004

It's a verbal editorial cartoon.

Jonathan Dresner - 3/27/2004

Actually, he'd probably give us a reason, then change it later.

But I'm curious: is this an argument against re-election, a projection based on some current moves or just a quick, easy shot.