"In an age of spin, al-Sahaf offers feeling and authenticity. His message is consistent -- unshakeable, in fact, no matter the evidence -- but he commands daily attention by his on-the-spot, invective-rich variations on the theme. His lunatic counterfactual art is more appealing than the banal awfulness of the Reliable Sources."

They include all of the minister's best efforts including, "My feelings - as usual - we will slaughter them all" and "Their infidels are committing suicide by the hundreds on the gates of Baghdad. Be assured, Baghdad is safe, protected."

You can even buy t-shirts printed with the best of al-Shahaf's fantasies. I hope al-Shahaf hooks up with another country - rather than being shot, he deserves anoher shot at fame.
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