“The Uruguayan paper has an article that says some US troops have refused some missions in Iraq. One could see this coming- the extended terms of duty with no relief of end in sight added to the prospect of getting blown to bits by the people you’re told you’re there to protect.

“The beginnings of a revolt by the common soldier is heartening. It’s the beginning of the end for Bush and his buddies- the military may have a limited perspective, but they know when a fight is doomed. If the Army and Marines turn against the occupation it will be over in no time.

“The military, in the meantime, is debating how to punish these “resisters”. How does one punish people who have begun to think for themselves?”