2016-03-19 18:53
This is what Obama wrote about the Israeli wall break in Egypt to the Ambassador:Dear Ambassador Khalilzad,I understand that today the UN Security Council met regarding the situation in Gaza… Read More
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2016-03-19 18:53
Democrats or Republicans, neither is interested in establishing a lasting peace in Iraq.From Keith Olbermann yesterday :This is, in fact, a comment about… betrayal.Few men or women el… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
Dear President Bush: As a proud citizen of the United States of America and humble follower of Jesus Christ, I ask, in your capacity as chief executive of the federal government and command… Read More
2016-03-19 18:53
The Peace Surge in Washington“I have talked to those in power, of both parties. I tell them there is another way to achieve global security. Not through hatred and war, but through lov… Read More
2006-01-25 20:08
Law students left in protest at recent Attourney general talk Read More
2006-01-15 23:36
The Countdown to War with Iran by Mike Whitney, www.dissidentvoice.orgJanuary 15, 2006Iran must defend itself if it is attacked by the United States or Israel. Defending one’s cou… Read More
2006-01-01 13:51
US and Iran: Is Washington Planning a Military Strike?Recent reports in the German media suggest that the United States may be preparing its allies for an imminent military strike against fa… Read More
2005-11-17 16:23
Not surprisingly, the US-backed "Salvador Operation" (Police Or Terrorists With Badges) in Iraq has led to widespread abuses by the Shiite majority and the commandos it employs. Yesterday, A… Read More
2005-11-15 20:25
Even as I lamented the fate of Middle East peace, a bright spot has materialized. Thanks in large part to the last-minute support of US Secretary Condoleezza Rice, Israel and Palestine have… Read More
2005-11-14 19:01
I have argued the assertion many times (Close Down Gitmo, Redefining Liberty & Justice) that detainees are guilty of their crimes. It is assumed that a detainee is either a terrorist or… Read More
2005-11-11 16:55
While US citizens celebrate their veterans and the war in Iraq continues its bloodshed, Veterans Affairs Committee Chairperson Steve Buyer (R-Indiana) announced on Tuesday that veteran group… Read More
2005-11-10 16:24
Thank goodness. It depresses me that we even have to have this argument to be honest. The idea of 90 days without trial should be a repellent one to anyone who believes in basic justice.I th… Read More
2005-11-10 15:05
After two weeks of violence in France's city suburbs, the riots seem to be slowing down. According to National Police Chief Michel Gaudin, only 482 cars were burned and 203 people arrested l… Read More
2005-11-08 16:52
I must admit, no matter how much I try, I feel poorly equiped at deciphering the recent riots in Paris and surrounding areas. I know that that this is in some small part a reaction to French… Read More
2005-11-08 15:50
The Australian broke an interesting story yesterday:THE Vatican has issued a stout defence of Charles Darwin, voicing strong criticism of Christian fundamentalists who reject his theory of e… Read More
2005-11-08 00:25
Palestinian boy's organs go to IsraelisDonations seen as an act of peaceBy Joel GreenbergCHICAGO TRIBUNENovember 7, 2005JENIN, West Bank – Ismail Khatib watched his slain 12-year-old s… Read More
2005-11-07 16:37
While US Vice President Dick Cheney is trying to get a CIA exemption from the Senate's anti-torture legislation and the disclosure of clandestine bases across Eastern Europe, President Bush… Read More
2005-11-04 15:34
Usually I attempt to forego my "tech talk" in this blog, trying to focus my attention on news, politics and world affairs. But some of the newer anti-piracy software out there has been encro… Read More
2005-11-01 17:06
Ok, in reading LJ's group conservatism, I found an interesting side to the age-old abortion issue:Both the mother and fetus have rights, including the right to choose...I'm assuming that you… Read More
2005-11-01 15:55
Conservative federal appeals judge Samuel Alito, the new Supreme Court nomination announced yesterday to replace retiring Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, is not as conservative as diehard Repub… Read More
2005-10-31 18:59
It seems the US Department of Homeland Security is on alert for potential mishief from Halloween terrorists.According to The Onion:WASHINGTON, DC—Responding to "a possible threat of te… Read More
2005-10-31 17:27
Rosa Parks died October 24th at 92 in Michigan. Only days later, Congress approved of her body to lie in state at the Capitol Rotunda, the first woman ever honored this way. The viewing ende… Read More
2005-10-28 16:56
Though relatively quiet on the Palestinian front before Wednesday's suicide bombing, Israel's anticipated retaliation is looming over the drawn-out reconciliation process. Is there any chanc… Read More
2005-10-28 14:11
It is so rare that I can report good news from the current US administration, but yesterday is one of the exceptions. A few weeks ago, FEMA reopened $100 million worth of Katrina rebuilding… Read More
2005-10-27 15:53
Wednesday's suicide bombing in the Israeli town of Hadera provides another stark contrast between media sources in Israel and Palestine. The complete synopsis is at BBC News.Editorial in Isr… Read More
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