Clueless
US, France nears Mideast cease-fire resolution Nowhere in the story does it indicate that Lebanon, Israel, or Hezbollah were even consulted about the resolution, much less had any input. Mideast fight ramps up despite U.N. deal Well, duh.
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
Politics in the Zeros
"A republic, if you can keep it." Vegas, taxes.
Day August 5, 2006
Hezbollah’s new supporters
BlairWatch on BBC reports that Maronite Christians are supporting Hezbollah. That is one of the most incredible things I have ever heard. Throughout the civil war, the Christians and Hezbollah were the bitterest of enemies. This is on a par…
Calls for uprising get little response in Cuba
Maybe that’s because Cubans are happy? Free health care, free education, tiny rents for homes, and a feeling they can and do participate in the government are no doubt among the reasons. Some veteran Cuba-watchers say U.S. moves to influence…
Iraq moves toward civil war
An impeding civil war in Iraq is news? Has not this been obvious for months? Well, to all but neocons and Pentagon generals, apparently. Their stupidity and cluelessness would almost be comical were it not for all the dead bodies…
How to escape from Voicemail Hell
So, my father-in-law calls United to confirm a resevation. The automated Voice asks for the confirmation number. He says it (it was something like) “JRH63D.” The Voice replies, “you said ‘HGD4SW,’ is that correct?” “No.” He repeats the number several…