Cap'n DenBeste speculates about the effect the discovery of proof that Saddam was dealing under the table with France and Germany would have: "The first question our governments would face is whether to reveal it."

I don't think they would be able to keep it quiet. Those troops will have reporters with them. That kind of stuff doesn't stay covered up very long. Even if there isn't any proof, France and Germany won't be to popular in this country, and the U.N.'s stock will be worthless.