In a message dated 4/22/2003 9:12:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
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<< Although it is easy to get caught up in the current events and the
whirlwind
 of past horrors that continue to come to light, and the destruction and
 despair that comes with war, it is important not to lose sight of why this
 war happened. It happened to spread democracy and justice and peace and
 respect for humanity. All of which is represented in the Museum. It was not
 just broken pots and tablets that were looted. It was the future of an
 intensely fragile country that desperately needs all the hope and beauty it
 can get. >>

I quote only part of Kristen's message, but it was all expressed beautifully
and eloquently, and I agree with it completely.  Right on!

David Haberstich

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