Also, some of the right wing blogs are claiming that money Hizbullah handed out was counterfeit US currency. Having said that, there is no question that Hizbullah is taking control of the reconstruction in S. Lebanon, although yesteday Saniora promised even more substantial support for those who have lost their homes.

This may make N an even more skilled adversary in the long run.

While N may not succeed if he’s allowed to lead Lebanon (uh, oh– I sense another Hitler analogy in the offing!!), he’s well-funded in US dollars by his Iranian friends. Have you read about what’s going in in southern Lebanon today? H is not only benefiting from Tehran’s largesse, but screening out Western aid donors (who are prohibited in any event by US law from dealing with H, a “terrorist organization”).

This guy and his backers are a shrewd group. N proved that during the war, and he seems to be on his way to winning the peace.

Above all, he means what he says, and can deliver on his promises and threats. Very much like Hitler in this regard, who likewise emerged from a culture of failed leadership and wounded national pride. When Hitler delivered his ‘prophecy speech’ (1/30/39), no one could doubt his sincerity: he had already made good on many of his promises.

Nasrallah may be the most credible leader in the Arab world.

It’s never a bad idea to study your enemy and learn from their tactics. To underestimate your opponent is the worst possible tactical error.