When the Saudis speak...

George Bush, and his administration, listen intently.

As Jared posted yesterday, the Saudis are fully planning on funding the Sunnis in Iraq if America leaves. I'm sure the Saudis are eager to avoid national involvement in this conflict, as it will hurt its ability to produce oil and, therefore, profit. Jared pointed out that this signals that Bush will be "staying the course" as his "new direction" for Iraq.

Well, the Pentagon wants to "double down" in Iraq.

Surprise, surprise.