This might seem a little unwarranted, but what if the war ends? Let's say things settle down in Iraq and bin Laden is found and Al Qaeda pretty much ceases to exist. I know what you are all thinking. Bush got it bagged. I wouldn't be so sure. I think GWB is running a lot on leading the country during a time of crisis. What if no threat were to be percieved? If foreign policy and national security were removed as issues, and some time passes between the decisive victories, like the capture of Saddam, and the election it could actually help the Democrats. Any comments?
Herein lies the problem, there is no clear "end" to this war. Even if Bin Laden and all the rest of Al Qaeda senior leadership is captured this "war" will continue.