Friday, June 16

Iraqi economy showing economic signs

Baghdad, IRAQ (AP) - For the first time in decades, economists are seeing real economic signs in Iraq.

"There’s always been plenty of demand in this area, let's face it." Area economist James Faulkner said. "But what we’re starting to see now—apart from the wanton death and destruction—is a burgeoning porn industry beginning to develop. And that's rather promising."

Economic signs of any kind are remarkable in a country full of people prone to drinking urine simply to survive. And even more impressive in a country torn apart by war and full of people prone to drinking urine simply to survive.

Jazmin Al-Jizm is an Iraqi woman with a unique perspective, saying through a translator, "My take on all this is in the ass, primarily … What? Oh, sorry … Um, yes, I think the Iraqi economy is coming around. God bless the United States ... Now if you’ll excuse me, I have a camel to blow ... It's for my fans."

"It’s probably a bit too early to invest in Iraq’s recovery." Faulkner cautioned. "But if you’re the horny sort endowed with at least 7-inches of man-meat, there’s plenty of opportunity available."