From the New York Times: It's All About Him, by the boss. From the Wall Street Journal: ElBaradei's Real Agenda, by Danielle Pletka and Michael Rubin. From Powerline: Kissinger on Islamic Terrorism, by John Hinderaker. From National Review: McCain's Veep Problem, by Byron York. From the Long War Journal: Iraq: Reconciliation via Wealth Distribution, by Bill Ardolino. Bonus Audio: Interview with Petraeus, from Military.com.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Narit gives a child a high-five during a patrol in Muqdadiyah, Iraq, Feb. 17, 2008. Via Murdoc.