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International Media Outlets Put Spin On Israeli-Hamas Conflict
Posted by: BookGirl on: January 5, 2009
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I was checking the Twitter when I read a tweet from Arutz Sheva, the Israeli media outlet I subscribe to on the networking site. The headline read: “Worldwide Rallies Support, Praise Israel’s War on Gaza Terrorism.”
The article attached to it went on to discuss how thousands of people are marching in cities across the world [...]
American Embassy in Iraq is Gargantuan and Frivolous
Posted by: BookGirl on: January 5, 2009
The United States government (also known as Halliburton) has just opened it’s new embassy in Iraq. This latest monument to despotism is the largest of all the embassies in the world.
How much did it cost us? A mere $592 million dollars.
Iraqi Man Throws Shoes At Bush’s Face
Posted by: BookGirl on: December 14, 2008
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An Iraqi man angrily threw his size 10 shoes at President Bush during a press conference held in Baghdad today.
According to the International Herald Tribune, the man was saying: “This is a gift from the Iraqis; this is the farewell kiss, you dog” when he threw the first one and “This [...]
Five U.S. Deaths Confirmed in Mumbai Massacre
Posted by: BookGirl on: November 28, 2008
The situation started on Wednesday and two days later rages on.
Armed gunmen in a coordinated terrorist attack against civilians, entered public places across the city of Mumbai, India. Why the men embarked on their evil mission is up to speculation, but the long term consequences of their actions are being discovered piece by gruesome piece.
A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Posts
Posted by: BookGirl on: September 21, 2008
– Yes. I went there.
Worthy Quote: Robert Baer
Posted by: BookGirl on: September 18, 2008
“Before it is too late, someone needs to sit the President down and give him the bad news that Pakistan is a bridge too far in the ‘war on terror.’”
– Former CIA agent and current Time Magazine writer, Robert Baer, discussing the very real possibility of the United States entering a third war, this time [...]
Petraeus Moves Up, Odierno Moves In
Posted by: BookGirl on: September 16, 2008
General David Petraeus, credited with the surge strategy that helped quell the violence in Iraq, was promoted to commander of U.S. Central Command based out of Tampa, FL. He will be in charge of overseeing the entire Mid-East now.
Who’s taking his place?
A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words
Posted by: BookGirl on: August 11, 2008
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–Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili being protected by his bodyguards after they heard a jet fly overhead during his visit in Gori, a central city. The Georgian-Russian conflict is getting worse as Russia has opened a second front according to the New York Times. Article HERE.
U.S. Military “Deserters” Welcome to Join Canucks
Posted by: BookGirl on: July 17, 2008
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According to an Angus Reid Poll, 3 in 5 Canadians (that translates to 64%) would agree to a law that provided permanent Canadian residency to American military deserters. I guess they are as anti-Iraq as we are.
I think that’s good news. I know I’m going to get flack for it, but there are soldiers who [...]
Ex-Informer Defends His Reputation
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 24, 2008
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The Miami Herald featured an article about a man named Rafid Ahmed Alwan which reveals his past life as an Iraqi informant. His code name: Curveball.
Pentagon Reasearching Torture As Early As 2002
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 17, 2008
According to the Washington Post, the Pentagon was researching harsh interrogation methods as early as 2002 under commands from the top of the food chain.
Republican Senator Reveals Victoria’s Secret
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 6, 2008
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We have an example below of yet another republican trivializing serious issues to deflect the American public’s attention.
His attitude is ridiculous and disrespectful. He is wasting our tax dollars by focusing on this subject so thoroughly while more important ones get overlooked. Another reason why republicans are viewed as the most [...]
Aussie Soldiers Bid Adieu to Iraq
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 2, 2008
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Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, the leader of Australia’s liberal party, came in to power last November and he has just delivered on his promised Iraq withdrawal.
Conservatives in the country are surprised by the move, but the rest of the country seems to be ok. And despite the withdrawal of troops from Iraq, Australian forces will [...]
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McCain Feels Most Important Issue “Not Too Important”
Posted by: BookGirl on: June 13, 2008
McCain outdid himself. In a Cheney-esque gaffe, he told Matt Lauer a withdrawal date for the troops was “not too important”.
Huh?
I’m puzzled as to why John McCain would believe a withdrawal date for the war in Iraq is “not too important”. I’m especially puzzled because he has been going through [...]