I am not sure what I think of this: The Army has filed a criminal assault charge against an American officer who coerced an Iraqi into providing information that foiled a planned attack on U.S. soldiers. Lt. Col. Allen B. West says he did not physically abuse the detainee, but used psychological pressure by twice …
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Around the Blogosphere
Steve Verdon has a great post up outlline more deceptiveness from Paul Krugman, while John Hawkins has compiled the list of conservative bloggers most influential books and this excellent interview with Andrew Sullivan.
All Your OS Are Belong To Us
You can call me officially underwhelmed: Microsoft on Monday gave its most detailed look yet at the next version of Windows, code-named “Longhorn,” which features new methods of storing files, a complete revamping of the graphics, tighter links to the Internet and greater security. Stop giggling about the greater security part. Stop it now, I …
Kerry Gone Wild
During the desultory Democrat debates Sunday night, John Kerry was asked about his reputation for being standoffish and boring. His response: “Wait till you see my video,” he deadpanned. ” ‘Kerry Gone Wild.’ For those of you who were waiting with bated breath for the release of this epic, your wait is over. Kerry was …
Tribalism In Iraq
Here is a rather interesting op-ed piece in the NY Times about tribalism in Iraq, how Saddam is using it against the coalition, and how we can counter it. Money quote: But what works for Saddam Hussein can also be made to work against him. The coalition is eminently capable of winning over many tribes. …
California Fires
There really isn’t much we can do here on the East coast about the fires in California, but I guess the best bet is to give to the American Red Cross. Here is a summary of their efforts in California, here is the page to donate.
ANSWER THIS
International A.N.S.W.E.R., still the favorite ally of thugs, fascists, murderers, and totalitarians anywhere. But don’t you dare point out that marching with them in ‘peace protests’ is a horrible idea- then you are ‘stifling dissent.’