Not only was there no "Al Qaeda in Iraq" before we invaded, but Al Queda has no future in Iraq when we leave. The Shia are in charge now and they hate Al Queda as much as Saddam did. Have you noticed that there are no Al Queda in Iran? Moreover, the Sunni in Iraq are also opposed to Al Queda, just as they were when they were in control of the country, prior to our screwing it all up. Our occupation of Iraq has more to do with the Al Queda being there than any other factor. Al Queda has no future in Iraq when we leave. The whole fantasy of Al Queda taking over in Iraq when we pull out is just more fear mongering by McCain and friends. Obama will call him on it every chance he gets.