Aussies give Iraq war a big thumbs down

"The annual Lowy Institute for International Policy public opinion poll shows the vast bulk of Australians do not believe the war in Iraq has reduced the threat of terrorism.

"The figures are in accord with a United States intelligence report released last week, which finds Iraq is a breeding ground for terrorism.

"The Lowy Institute survey finds 84 per cent of Australians polled do not believe the war in Iraq has reduced the threat of terrorism.

"The poll shows 91 per cent of those surveyed believe the war has damaged the United States' reputation in the Muslim world.

"It also finds the majority of people surveyed do not believe the war will lead to the spread of democracy in the Middle East.

"A total of 85 per cent of respondents believe the experience in Iraq should make nations more cautious about using military force to deal with rogue states.

"The institute's director, Allan Gyngell, says there is 'no doubt' now about what Australians think of the war."
ABC News

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