https://pjmedia.com/rogerlsimon/2005/11/28/hey-but-i-thought-he-was-a-secular-leader/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 04:22:55 -0400<![CDATA[From the AP on the Saddam Hussein trial: Dressed in black trousers and a gray jacket, Saddam was the last of eight defendants to enter the courtroom, walking with a swagger, appearing confident and acknowledging people with the traditional Arabic greeting, &#8220;Peace be upon the people of peace.&#8221; He also carried a copy of the Muslim holy book, the Quran.]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2005 08:16:15 -0500<![CDATA[Roger L. Simon]]>https://pjmedia.com/roger-l-simon/2005/11/28/hey-but-i-thought-he-was-a-secular-leader-n210513