With respect to Iraq, Tom Palmer asks, "What do we do now?"
I am reminded of the Lone Ranger's comment to Tonto (the Fool) when they were surrounded by Indians, and the LR, said, "Well, old friend, this looks like the end for us," & Tonto replied, "What do you mean 'us' White Man?"
What do mean, "we," Tom?
If you wish to associate yourself with the American Empire, that is your business, I choose not to do so."
As the Roman Empire collapsed, some Pagan Humanists sought to enlist the Christians in saving the decaying structure. and many Christians, if not the formal church structure which had gotten in bed with Caesar, simply said, "No Way,"