Quote Originally Posted by BlueCat
Sistani knew the importance of the election and he believes in a separate church and state. He has sunni followers as well. He was a lot more qualified than Bremer the murderer.
Have to differ with you. This is from the article I posted above:

A source close to Sistani announced soon after the release of the statement that the leader backed the demand. ??We warn officials against a separation of the state and religion, because this is completely rejected by the ulema and Marja and we will accept no compromise on this question,? said Ibrahimi.