Romney hit from all sides for Egypt attack remarks (via AFP) Republicans and Democrats alike came down hard on Mitt Romney Wednesday for an act of political opportunism when the White House hopeful said the Obama administration "sympathized" with attackers in Egypt. The results of the assault on the US embassy in Cairo were not known when Romney fired off … [Read more...] about Romney Hit From All sides for Egypt Attack Remarks (Guest Voice)
Negative Fallout From Mitt Romney Libya Comments Continues
Does Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney know something that most serious political analysts -- including Republicans -- don't kow? Romney's comments on Libya and the Obama administrations response to it and the death of the American ambassador here are not being defended high and low by prominent GOPers in Congress. On this issue, Romney seems increasingly living … [Read more...] about Negative Fallout From Mitt Romney Libya Comments Continues
Not Ready For Prime Time
It already had become obvious that Mitt Romney was a Foreign Policy light weight. That was reinforced today. Foreign Policy Hands Voice Disbelief At Romney Cairo Statement Mitt Romney's sharply-worded attack on President Obama over a pair of deadly riots in Muslim countries last night has backfired badly among foreign policy hands of both parties, who cast it as hasty and … [Read more...] about Not Ready For Prime Time
iPhone 5 is Less Than Revolutionary…Although You Still Need it!
Apple unveiled the new iPhone today with few surprising revelations, although the name iPhone 5 is somewhat shocking. I thought they'd choose something a little more accurate like the "iPhone Resistance is Futile Edition" or "iPhone 5 Hundred Dollars Please." One thing is certain, the iPhone 5 is somewhat worse than the iPhone 6. There has been a lot of hype surrounding … [Read more...] about iPhone 5 is Less Than Revolutionary…Although You Still Need it!
One Day After 9/11 Anniversary, Our Resolve May Once Again Be Tested (Update)
UPDATE: The Pentagon video that has been widely featured announcing the deployment of 2000 US Marines to Libya is a March 2011 video. There are current reports that 50 Marines are being sent to Libya to reinforce the embassy there. Here is an MSNBC report on this issue: Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Original … [Read more...] about One Day After 9/11 Anniversary, Our Resolve May Once Again Be Tested (Update)
Among Registered Voters Obama Holds Edge, Among Likely Voters It’s Very Close
According to an ABC News-Washington Post poll, among registered voters President Obama holds a significant edge, but among those considered likely to vote, it's a close toss-up. This sets the stage for what Democrats need to do more than anything: work hard on energizing their voters and on Get Out The Vote efforts. Of course, this is also true for Republicans. In … [Read more...] about Among Registered Voters Obama Holds Edge, Among Likely Voters It’s Very Close
9/11 Anniversary: What ‘They’ Were Doing
While many of us were discussing the September 11 anniversary, this is what some of our troops -- many of them in harm’s way themselves -- were doing: The color guard parades the colors during the 9-11 remembrance ceremony in hangar bay two aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74). John C. Stennis is returning to the U.S. 7th and 5th Fleet … [Read more...] about 9/11 Anniversary: What ‘They’ Were Doing
PB&J Could Be Racist ??
So suggests the diversity standards in the Portland school district. … [Read more...] about PB&J Could Be Racist ??
Foreign Policy Moves Front Burner in 2012 Presidential Election With Death of American Ambassador, Libya and Egypt Attacks and Netanyahu Tiff
Once again we get a lesson on the frailness of conventional media and pundit wisdom -- even the conventional wisdom that may be prevailing as you read this. Just as the press was filled with stories of the flailing campaign of Republican nominee Mitt Romney and how worried conservatives were urging Romney to be more specific and aggressive, amid signs of a major poll "bump" for … [Read more...] about Foreign Policy Moves Front Burner in 2012 Presidential Election With Death of American Ambassador, Libya and Egypt Attacks and Netanyahu Tiff
Secretary Clinton Calls Attack “Savage,” with Film Uproar Leaving Foreign Service Heroes Dead in Benghazi
AS AMERICA commemorated 9/11, all hell broke loose in Egypt and Libya with protests and militants attacking, leaving one American diplomat confirmed dead, over a film that is directly targeting the Muslim faith, which is directed and produced by Sam Bacile, who calls Islam "a cancer," saying "The movie is a political movie. It's not a religious movie." Today, Secretary … [Read more...] about Secretary Clinton Calls Attack “Savage,” with Film Uproar Leaving Foreign Service Heroes Dead in Benghazi
US Ambassador Killed as Libya Mob Storms Embassy
US envoy killed as Libya mob storms embassy (via AFP) Washington's envoy to Libya and three other Americans were killed when a mob outraged over a movie mocking Islam stormed the US consulate in Benghazi, Libyan and US officials said on Wednesday. President Barack Obama quickly ordered increased security at US diplomatic posts around the world, while… … [Read more...] about US Ambassador Killed as Libya Mob Storms Embassy
‘No Easy Day’: To Sell or Not to Sell — An Easy Decision (UPDATE: Not So)
UPDATE: In surprising developments and reversing earlier Pentagon statements that there were no plans to withhold sale of the book in military exchanges, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service announced last Friday that “No Easy Day” will not be sold in exchanges on Army or Air Force bases. “Due to its unique mission and customer base, the Army & Air Force Exchange … [Read more...] about ‘No Easy Day’: To Sell or Not to Sell — An Easy Decision (UPDATE: Not So)
Quote of the Day: Is Mitt Romney Being Weighted Down by Public’s Memory of George W. Bush?
Our political Quote of the Day comes from the New York Time's Ross Douthat who suggests there is an "elephant in the room" that may be scaring voters away from Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney -- one Romney has not effectively addressed in a way to reassure voters: the memory of former President George W. Bush's last four years in office. He notes that … [Read more...] about Quote of the Day: Is Mitt Romney Being Weighted Down by Public’s Memory of George W. Bush?
Never Forget 9-11 (Cartoon)
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1 Dead as Islamists Storm US Missions in Libya, Egypt (Guest Voice)
1 dead as Islamists storm US missions in Libya, Egypt (via AFP) An armed mob protesting over a film deemed offensive to Islam attacked the US consulate in Benghazi killing an American, hours after angry Islamists stormed Washington's embassy in Cairo. Libya's deputy interior minister Wanis al-Sharif told AFP: "One American official was killed and another … [Read more...] about 1 Dead as Islamists Storm US Missions in Libya, Egypt (Guest Voice)
The Republican Party’s New Branding Problem
ST. GEORGE, Utah -- It stands on six acres, majestically 175 feet high, white against a bright blue Utah sky: the St. George Utah Temple, dedicated in 1877. It was a work of religious necessity and love by Mormon pioneers including Republican Party presidential nominee Mitt Romney's great-great grandfather, Miles Romney (July 13, 1806 — May 3, 1877), who was superintendent … [Read more...] about The Republican Party’s New Branding Problem
Mentioning God and other Things at the National Conventions (UPDATES)
UPDATE II: Still stinging from criticism on his failure to mention U.S. troops fighting in Afghanistan during the Republican National Convention -- an omission that was even criticized by Conservatives such as Bill Kristol -- Romney attempted to make amends while speaking before National Guard members on Tuesday saying that “the return of our troops cannot and must not be … [Read more...] about Mentioning God and other Things at the National Conventions (UPDATES)
Netanyahu and Obama’s Tiff
Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu was right when he said earlier today, "Those in the international community who refuse to put red lines before Iran don't have a moral right to place a red light before Israel." He wants Washington and Israel’s friends in Europe to say clearly when they will agree to an attack on Iran. He may also be influencing American voters in favor of Mitt … [Read more...] about Netanyahu and Obama’s Tiff
What Happens When The Tail Tries To Wag The Dog…..
....And The Dog Doesn't Wag? So Bibi had a temper tantrum. Israel has been the tail that wags the dog for decades but Obama is not going along. About a week ago The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Of Staff, General Martin Dempsey, told reporters in London that attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities would not stop their program and would do more harm than good. This week … [Read more...] about What Happens When The Tail Tries To Wag The Dog…..
Remains of Cheney’s Day
During the solemn remembrance, a former VP steps up to unite us all by carping, "If President Obama were participating in his intelligence briefings on a regular basis then perhaps he would understand why people are so offended at his efforts to take sole credit for the killing of Osama bin Laden. "Those who deserve the credit are the men and women in our military and … [Read more...] about Remains of Cheney’s Day