that makes sense to me.
As long as we prop up the government, they can take potshots at the Sunni's and hide behind Uncle Sam's apron without fear of reprisal. If we simply leave, then they HAVE to make something work. IOW, we are enabling the violence. Toss in the fact that 70% think its OK to kill occupiers and I don't see any better plan.
Give then 6 months notice and tell them they'd better have their act together by then, 'cause we are SO OUTTA THERE.