Most of Mitt Romney’s statement on the assassination of Benazir Bhutto was the kind of rhetorical fluff one expects from politicians responding to a developing crisis. But then there is this bizarre line: “For those who think Iraq is the sole front in the War on Terror, one must look no further than what has happened today.” Ummm, who would that be? Is this another flare-up of Romney’s recent skirmishing with John McCain? Is it a Huckabee-like criticism of the Bush Administration? We’ve emailed Romney’s campaign and will post whatever clarification they provide. Here is the entire statement:
We are still learning the details of today’s tragic events in Pakistan, but this is a stark reminder that America must not only stay on high alert, but remain actively engaged across the globe. Pakistan has long been a key part in the war against extremism and radical jihadists. For those who think Iraq is the sole front in the War on Terror, one must look no further than what has happened today. America must show its commitment to stand with all moderate forces across the Islamic world and together face the defining challenge of our generation–the struggle against violent, radical jihadists. At this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers go to the family of Benazir Bhutto, and to all the people of Pakistan who are fighting against extremist forces that would commit such heinous acts as the whole world has witnessed today.
