Just when you thought you had read everything that would make you raise an eyebrow about Attorney General Alberto Gonzales -- the attorney general with perhaps the smallest amount of enthusiastic Congressional and public support in American history -- there's a new twist that will continue to add to the growing image of the Bush administration as one where ethical standards are … [Read more...] about Gonzales Is Target Of New Justice Department Investigation
Seemingly Dead Immigration Reform Bill Revived By Senators
Just when some people thought it was dead, it has come alive again. Like Jason, the hockey-mask wearing killer in Friday the 13th, the supposedly dead immigration reform bill has (seemingly) come alive again: Senate Democratic and Republican leaders announced on Thursday that they had agreed on a way to revive a comprehensive immigration bill that was pulled off the … [Read more...] about Seemingly Dead Immigration Reform Bill Revived By Senators
Excuse Me – Jerusalem IS the Capital of Israel
Any lack of recognition thereof, even by the US government, is caused by either cowardice or bigotry. BBC sorry for calling Jerusalem capital of Israel Promises not to repeat "the mistake," following a complaint by four British organizations. … [Read more...] about Excuse Me – Jerusalem IS the Capital of Israel
Palestine and Israel: Are These Christians Helping or Stirring the Pot, and Why?
Are we all out of solutions now, save the RKS, the Rodney King solution here? It is true that four major religious groups share /fight like cats and dogs over the holy sites. Jews, Muslims, and now some Christians want to get into it too over who is the more persecuted. From what I read, the suffering seems profound and unending on many sides. I know, politically incorrect. … [Read more...] about Palestine and Israel: Are These Christians Helping or Stirring the Pot, and Why?
Hamas and Fatah: It is Between Brothers, One Who Believes In Terrorism
"Although Fatah has supported a two-nation solution since the 1980s, Hamas has refused to acknowledge the Jewish country's right to exist. One wants to solve the conflict through negotiations, the other isn't willing to rule out terrorism as a last resort. Fatah politicians routinely condemn suicide bombings, but Hamas sees such attacks as resistance and … [Read more...] about Hamas and Fatah: It is Between Brothers, One Who Believes In Terrorism
Hamas Takes Gaza Almost Completely: Is Iran Already There?
It is said that Hamas seized full control of the Gaza Strip early Friday. Masked Hamas fighters overran all strongholds of Abbas's rival Fatah faction. Hamas says they have taken control of the President's Headquarters. Below, as other eyes see it as well. What is the discipline required for peace here? What concessions from all sides? Bush, as of this afternoon after Abbas … [Read more...] about Hamas Takes Gaza Almost Completely: Is Iran Already There?
Birthday Boy
The Debate Link is turning three! Head on over and wish the blogger/toddler (in blog years, of course, three is practically geezer-dom) a happy birthday! … [Read more...] about Birthday Boy
Diner Walls Make Strange Bedfellows
Any place that puts Strom Thurmond and Ludacris right next to each other on their "celebrity wall" deserves my patronage. But I'm looking for some good places to take some of my Carleton friends who are visiting in DC, and suggestions (vegetarian-friendly is preferred, metro accessible is a must) are most welcome in the comments. … [Read more...] about Diner Walls Make Strange Bedfellows
Immigration, public opinion, and extremism
The immigration bill, of course, is dead. But let me make a few points: 1) Personally, I thought it was a very sensible bill. However, it was a bill that was bound to displease some very powerful people in Washington, hence the abuse it took from both sides of the aisle in the Senate. The perfect is the enemy of the good, after all, and here, as so often, the good lost out … [Read more...] about Immigration, public opinion, and extremism
The Vatican takes aim at Amnesty International on abortion
I realize that the Roman Catholic Church is "pro-life," which is to say, vehemently anti-abortion, no matter what, but I'm not so sure it's such a great idea -- given a) its own long history on the wrong side of human rights, and b) its more recent concern with human rights, including opposition to the death penalty -- to go after Amnesty International for promoting abortion … [Read more...] about The Vatican takes aim at Amnesty International on abortion
Gays in the Bay State Win the Day
The anti-gay marriage constitutional amendment went down in flames, failing to garner even the bare quarter of the legislature needed to send it back to the voters. This crushing defeat gives gay marriage an undeniable democratic stamp of approval, and is a milestone all by itself. Congratulations to the Bay State! … [Read more...] about Gays in the Bay State Win the Day
Michael Moore: Cheap-Shot Messiah
It must be wonderful to be the smartest guy in a world of morons, the only honest person left on earth, the last great truth-teller in the universe. On Good Morning America yesterday, Michael Moore took time out from promoting The Word on health care in America, to lecture Chris Cuomo on the failure of “the people in this building†and the rest of the media to prevent … [Read more...] about Michael Moore: Cheap-Shot Messiah
Party Like It’s 1896
Kevin Sullivan believes that it is time for Fred Thompson to join those of us who live in 2007 instead of in 1896. Get out there and campaign Fred! … [Read more...] about Party Like It’s 1896
Save The Hadzabe
A friend forwards me the following email: **** Please take the time to read this article about the plight of the Hadzabe in Tanzania. The Hadzabe are one of the few remaining "bushmen" tribes in the world. They are nomadic hunters and gatherers who still remain mostly untainted by the trappings of the modern world. I had the good fortune to have several interactions … [Read more...] about Save The Hadzabe
John Kerry: It’s Time for Action on Energy
Senator (of Massachusetts) John Kerry published a post at The Democratic Daily (where I'm helping out Pamela) about energy. Be sure to read it. I disagree with Senator Kerry on quite some issues, but energy is not one of them. Excerpt: It’s amazing to me that some people still refuse to see the gravity of the situation staring us in the face, with the best science … [Read more...] about John Kerry: It’s Time for Action on Energy
DR PUTIN
Olle Johansson, Sweden … [Read more...] about DR PUTIN
Aye-Yai-Yai-Less in Gaza
Of the 2,700 or so posts that I have written since Kiko’s House came kicking and screaming into the blogosphere, I count fewer than 10 on Israel, several of them on the sad decline and death of Ariel Sharon, a man whom I once loathed but came to admire, and only a couple on Israel and its Palestinian neighbors. The chief reason for this is the utter intractability and … [Read more...] about Aye-Yai-Yai-Less in Gaza
Mike Huckabee at the Pew Forum
Mike Huckabee talked to the Pew Forum about "the fate of social conservatives and how he sees religion playing out in 2008 and beyond." He also talked about "how he has witnessed religion impacting public affairs in his roles as a pastor and governor, and how his own faith guides his public life." No, he did not just talk about religion: he also talked about other issues … [Read more...] about Mike Huckabee at the Pew Forum
Yoga: Catching ’em Young in UK & Ireland
Surviving in a growing climate of violence, aggression and competition is becoming a big challenge in the contemporary world, especially for children. So how does one retain one's sanity? It is always heartening when one hears about innovative methods to overcome the odds. And here comes the news about how Yoga is gaining in popularity among school kids ranging from … [Read more...] about Yoga: Catching ’em Young in UK & Ireland
Rubik’s Congress
RJ Matson, Roll Call … [Read more...] about Rubik’s Congress