In Baghdad, Struggle Ties Security to Basic Services

Oh dear. Another sad story of counter-insurgency. Leave the militias to provide services and blow the ones that work to bits.
“He who is able to fix the public utilities holds the keys to the kingdom in terms of winning the support of the Iraqi people and ultimately ending this conflict,” said Sgt. Alex J. Plitsas of the 312th Psychological Operations Company, who met with Sadr City representatives.
Just about sums it up really.