here’s something to think about.
apparently, the bush family, having interest in oil, has a long standing and deep relationship with the saud family. bob woodward in his recent book writes that saudi prince bandar learned of the us intent in iraq before colin powell did. (powell denies it.)
bush also appears to have strong support in both the american jewish community and in sharon’s israel. bush’s relationship with sharon doesn’t appear too close, but he pretty much lets him do whatever he wants.
it just seems odd to be able to manage both.