The United States is engaged in a war in Iraq that was brought about under the guise of what Churchill once called, “a bodyguard of lies.”

Given widespread opposition to the war and concerns over the way presidential candidates are formulating policies, we urge our readers to submit well-informed letters regarding the war.

Events elsewhere in the Middle East, and
in Africa also demand critical thinking. Please follow guidelines for SUBMISSIONS in sending in your letter.

—The Editors