The Iraqi Survey Group report is out. The verdict?

Of course……Bend over and let it slide!

”Our most important recommendations call for new and enhanced diplomatic and political efforts in Iraq and the region, and a change in the primary mission of U.S. forces in Iraq that will enable the United States to begin to move its combat forces out of Iraq responsibly. We believe that these two recommendations are equally important and reinforce one another. If they are effectively implemented, and if the Iraqi government moves forward with national reconciliation, Iraqis will have an opportunity for a better future, terrorism will be dealt a blow, stability will be enhanced in an important part of the world, and America’s credibility, interests and values will be protected…

Given the ability of Iran and Syria to influence events within Iraq and their interest in avoiding chaos in Iraq, the United States should try to engage them constructively. In seeking to influence the behavior of both countries, the United States has disincentives and incentives available. Iran should stem the flow of arms and training to Iraq, respect Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and use its influence over Iraqi Shia groups to encourage national reconciliation. The issue of Iran’s nuclear programs should continue to be dealt with by the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council plus Germany. Syria should control its border with Iraq to stem the flow of funding, insurgents and terrorists in and out of Iraq.”

Interpret: Cut and Run and Kowtow to Iran and Syria…..

Just as I thought, and the pre-leaks Baker and the rest of the anti-Israel crowd would suggest. However, even more sickening is that the chickenshits on the panel are ready to once again give up to defeat, although as Rick Moran writes they aren’t willing to call it that, choosing instead to “mitigate defeat”.

It’s a sad day for America as the panel spits on the grave of every soldier, sailor and marine who have given their lives in this struggle and prove once again that the gut we had to win WWII is long gone. The verdict is in, the ISG just told the Islamic extremist, “We can’t hack it, you win!”

If we as the people of the United States accept this defeat then what is coming, and come it surely will, we will richly deserve.

UPDATE: Iraqi government responds - not good. “Bassim Ridha, a top advisor to Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, said the White House has to support Baghdad “all the way”.

“If they do not support the government then it will look as if they do not do what they preach,” Ridha said. “We need their support to go forward.”

Shades of of the past if we cannot keep our promise.

UPDATE: Powerline - “As bad as advertised”