Iraqi election analysis

Roger L Simon links to an excellent piece by Amir Taheri on the main players in the Iraqi elections.

All the main Arab Sunni parties have entered the race. In fact, Arab Sunnis make up a disproportionate share of the 7,200 candidates.

This is a popular election, and the overwhelming majority of Iraqis want it to succeed.

Golly. All the main Arab Sunni parties have entered the race. Did I miss something? I thought the Sunnis were opting out big-time. Must be getting to much news from the Beeb.