Daily Archives: May 30, 2006

Backlash And Endangering The Troops

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

The second Post of the email I received from Sarge is about backlash from media reporting. This week's news cycle seems to focus on a single issue: will the word "Haditha" become the new buzzword for U.S. war crimes? I was in … Continue reading →

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A Soldier’s View

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

I received an email today from Sarge and am posting it as two seprarate posts. This is the first one and discusses Haditha from a soldier's perspective.  I'll be honest: this morning is the first time I've heard about this incident … Continue reading →

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Circular Logic

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

On Sunday I mentioned that the German magazine Der Spiegel had an interview with the president of Iran coming out. No link was available at that time. I have one now. And, frankly, Ahmadinejad comes across as even less in … Continue reading →

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News From Iran

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

Once again, if you want to get information on what is happening inside Iran, you cannot look to our so-called main stream media. There appears to be complete silence about it in the major newspapers and other media. Once again, … Continue reading →

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Sending In Reserves

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

The Washington Post is reporting that US commanders are committing most of the combat reserve force it has in the Iraqi theater to try to quell al Qaeda directed violence in Anbar province. The U.S. military said Monday it was … Continue reading →

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The NYT On Pelosi

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

The New York Times has an article on Nancy Pelosi this morning that says both Democrats and Republicans are delighted with the prospect of "Speaker Pelosi". For very different reasons, of course. "She ought to be a big component of … Continue reading →

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Sometimes You Just Shake Your Head

Posted on May 30, 2006 by Gaius

Some days you start reading the news and find yourself shaking your head. Reid Accepted Free Boxing Tickets While a Related Bill Was Pending Senate Democratic Leader Harry M. Reid (Nev.) accepted free ringside tickets from the Nevada Athletic Commission … Continue reading →

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