From a reader:

Let’s face facts…the French are in a quagmire. This is looking like another Vietnam. The insurgents are winning and gaining support each night. Of course, America is to blame. The invasion of Iraq has inflamed the passions of the Arab street. Who knew that the first Arab street to erupt would be in Paris, but it’s still America’s fault.
Chirac has no choice but to surrender now. A new, pro Arab government, similar to the Vichey French will need to be set up, of course.
But no need to worry…Chirac can convene the government in exile. Probably at the Hotel/Casino “Paris” in Las Vegas.