Some more details are emerging on the Iraqi constitution, via the International Herald Tribune. The portion of the article that is getting the most attention is that language on Islam’s role has been changed somewhat. Instead of Islam being the “major” source of legislation, it’s now the “main” source of legislation. I don’t see a huge difference there, even if the IHT article trumpets it as an important compromise between Sunni, Shi’ite, and Kurdish members of the constitutional committee. Despite all this, it seems no one has any clue how Islamic sha’ria law will play out in the constitution, which is disturbing considering the final draft is due in ten days.
However, details on the possible mechanics of the government have been unveiled, including new congressional and judiciary institutions. For those interested, I go into more detail on that over at Digital Dissent.