Iraq 101

Read this comprehensive article on the Iraq War at Mother Jones. It's in 4 parts:

1) Find out who is who and who hates who
2) Learn about the civil war, great graphics and FAQ
3) The Cost, who's getting the money? (like for an embassy compound that's almost as big as the Vatican City.
4) The effects and aftermath. Surely there are far fewer jihadist attacks worldwide now (not)
The article is completely sourced with links. This is the perfect article to refresh your memory about the Iraq War and/or bring yourself up to speed on the effects of the war on the USA and the world.