I don't think I was taking anything for granted. And I wasn't against the uprising, though I didn't come out and say that in so many words. My concern was, and is, for the post revolution government which will eventually take control. Let's face it, these are Muslim nations, and the establishment of an Islamic government is quite probable, though not necessarily a sure thing.

For my part, I feel that taking down Mubarak AND Gaddafi are both good things. But I'll still wait to see what replaces them.

I also find it interesting that both Egypt and Libya had primarily secular governments, with the Imams playing little or no role. Which other Muslim nations are similar in that respect, and can we expect rebellion in those countries, too? That would indicate a pattern of upheaval which is, in my opinion, sinister.