Pray for Iraq

The thought that thousands of formerly oppressed people will freely exert self-determination brings tears to my eyes tonight. It may be romantic, idealistic, but I can't help it. I so want these people to succeed at bringing peace and order to a country that has known only war and deprivation in modern times.

Neighboring countries watch Iraq with mixed emotion, no doubt. Tyrants, despots and the ruling religious zealots would love nothing more for Iraq to disintegrate into sectarian violence. While the average men and women most likely secretly root for their neighbors. If it can happen there....

Why not here? Why not?