No one, more than a few in the United States have an itch you could say, to go to war with Assad – and win Russian support in the process. Most obvious and outspoken: John Kerry. Russia, China, Iran and … Continue reading →
Having dismissed claims of using weapons against his own people, it seems that the president of Syria might have welcomed an intervention that does not target him or his regime. But would this work while the gun is pointed at … Continue reading →
Definition of terrorism: “a system of government by terror; intimidation.” Just why do men, women, and children win the trust of armed militants? Sometimes states have failed to meet the needs of their people. Territory can be one such contentious … Continue reading →
The US and British governments have announced that they will allow the UN inspectors the time and space required to complete their investigation into who used chemical warfare in Syria. This is sensible and good news. We hope the investigation … Continue reading →
Who is responsible for gassing hundreds of Syrian civilians in Syria? Bashar al-Assad [who does not claim responsibility], or, rebel forces within the country [who it seems are also denying responsibility for]? My country’s government is sending the message that … Continue reading →
For those of my readers who are unclear about where to stand with regard to what’s happening in Egypt, I too am having a difficult time sorting through the journals. And, it has been reported that “Egyptians have lived under … Continue reading →
Congratulations and thanks go out to the southern California drug enforcement agents and police who have recently put a stop to a budding synthetic drug organization. Those synthetic drugs would have done great damage to the community as would have … Continue reading →
1. Reduce massive surveillance on private persons and at the job place, so that they can speak freely 2. Reduce complex burdens on job creators and employers 3. Don’t overtax 4. Have adequate money in your budget (for your employees) … Continue reading →
…All that would be required was a simple entrapment scheme, based on today’s government statements in defense of domestic spying. Let me illustrate a simple scheme. To spy on a person for politically or personally motivated reasons. Step one: enlist … Continue reading →
Bradley Manning was found guilty of multiple charges this morning in military court, according to newspaper, with the exception of an exoneration for the charge of aiding the enemy (aka Al Qaida) by accused leaking of state military secrets to … Continue reading →
I assure you that Edward Snowden has made up his own mind, the day he signed the asylum documents in Moscow. I doubt very much that Edward wants his father, in the US, writing letters of appeal to the US … Continue reading →
http://abcnews.go.com/International/hezbollah-al-qaeda-fighters-edging-closer-confrontation/story?id=19144119 This article that I point you to: Why the article is dated May 10, 2015, (I’m not exactly sure, since it’s currently July of 2013). Which groups of fighters are terrorists, in Syria today? Is the attempted coup, led … Continue reading →
Currently, some radio stations are letting listeners know that they play back songs from a “play-list”. What is a “play-list”? Let’s demystify. “Play-lists” are strings of product, short or long. Is a “big” play-list something to brag about? Yes, sort … Continue reading →
Wall Street has met “Facebook’s” Internet “like” button, like “white on rice!” And, there’s a world starving for rice. Or, is there? Is “Facebook” and Wall Street a “wolf”? You the consumer… “little red”? The joy of “liking” products from … Continue reading →
I realize that many of my postings are critiques. As important as critiquing is, I want to offer an idea. It’s a simple idea, but one that I think will prove effective. The United States has been disputing the oil … Continue reading →
While the devastation from nature and war has been vast in too many places around the world, there are a great many people and organizations with vision and heart, who are trying to recreate economies. They are doing what is … Continue reading →
It looks as though the military in Syria is not controlled by its President. If it is, he must surely know he would likely face trial. I’m grateful to the world leaders who appear to have good intentions of creating … Continue reading →
Diplomatic leaks have caused consternation, as publicly reported; but, for the citizen of a given country, he or she certainly cares quite a bit, how the leadership gets along and directs public policy. Usually every country wants to disclose to … Continue reading →
I’m wondering if the US President is using any of his familiarity with the African continent to call upon a region therein to assist in the efforts in Afghanistan. It might be shrewd of us to ask the secretary of … Continue reading →
If more countries could enter Afghanistan at villagers’ request, to help keep insurgents out of peaceful zones, it seems that such coordination could starve armed insurgents. I’m wondering who the US could share such intelligence and effort with, in addition … Continue reading →