Hussein Goes Insane

Saddam Hussein, who is currently being held captive by the United States, is slowly going insane, according to statements made by the Red Cross to Arab newspaper "Elaf".

The Red Cross has assessed Saddam's physical condition as good. He is decently treated and well fed. That represents a shift from earlier reports of possible mistreatment.

Saddam is, however, starting to have mental problems. At times, he engages in irrational mumbling. Other times, he sits in total silence; non-responsive and oblivious to his surroundings. Doctors have suggested that the former Iraqi leader consumed large amounts of alcohol and drugs in the past, contributing to his poor mental condition. His advanced age and the death of his sons could also be elements that contribute to his symptoms.

Hussein has several photographs of Udai and Kusai (his sons) in his cell. Interestingly, a portrait of George W. Bush also neatly hangs on the wall. Is Saddam crazy enough to hang a picture of his enemy? Or did someone else hang it? If so, perhaps looking at Bush's mug all day long is what's driving him to the edge.

According to a recent poll, nearly 70% of Americans in the US support the idea of a public broadcast of Saddam's execution. 11% say they would find enjoyment in watching the last moments of Hussein's life. 21% of Americans say they would watch Osama bin Laden being executed on a pay-per-view basis.