THE INVISIBLE SHEIK!

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British Get Local Sheik to Run Basra

By PATRICK McDOWELL, Associated Press Writer

KUWAIT CITY - British forces began establishing the first post-war administration in Iraq (news - web sites) on Tuesday, putting a local sheik into power in the southern city of Basra shortly after their troops took control of the city.

The sheik was identified as a tribal leader, but his name and religious affiliation were not disclosed.




Nothing but nothing says effective, credible leadership like not letting anyone know who the leader is! If this doesn't lead to democracy I can't imagine what will.