Yesterday, Ed Morrissey talked with Nader Elguindi, author of My Decision to Live for Ed's program at Blog Talk Radio. Ed explains at his blog: "Today on CQ Radio (2 pm CT), we'll talk to Nader Elguindi, who has authored a book that details his experience in overcoming adversity and devastating physical injuries to requalify as a US Navy submariner. Titled My Decision to Live, … [Read more...] about An Inspiring Story
The Sopranos Censored
The Sopranos are playing on A&E with lots of bad language, sex and violence trimmed out. But what happens when The Sopranos realize it? THIS: … [Read more...] about The Sopranos Censored
Fight At The World Bank
Patrick Chappatte, The International Herald Tribune … [Read more...] about Fight At The World Bank
It’s All News
For a great news round-up go to Jules Crittenden's place. … [Read more...] about It’s All News
Fred Thompson: Centrist?
PatHMV wrote an interesting post for Stubborn Facts about Fred Thompson (and Al Gore). Thompson wrote an article yesterday for Pajamas Media, in which he thanks the 'online community' for its support and in which he appeals for, yes, bipartisanship. In his post, PatHMV contrasts Thompson('s post) with Gore('s book). Those of you who know me from Centerfield know that I've … [Read more...] about Fred Thompson: Centrist?
Triangle of Death Hostage Search: Day 7
A helicopter drops leaflets over search area (red circle). There is probably no non-urban area in Iraq more challenging to conduct a search for captured soldiers than the Triangle of Death. The triangle is crisscrossed by irrigation ditches and canals that flow from the Euphrates River, which makes the dragnet for three U.S. soldiers abducted a week ago by an Al Qaeda-led … [Read more...] about Triangle of Death Hostage Search: Day 7
American Icarus: Gonzales Loses More Feathers
The Sun in the Senate grows hotter. Gonzales flies blind, by claiming no memory about critical questions in hearings, a bad omen for a man who is charged with keeping track of important details for an entire nation. The wax holding the feathers in the fake wings, is softening... it appears to be a matter of time If anyone wonders why the entire Latino ocean in the USA is … [Read more...] about American Icarus: Gonzales Loses More Feathers
Justice Dept GOP
Pat Bagley, Salt Lake Tribune … [Read more...] about Justice Dept GOP
Power Outage: The Disadvantages Of Cable “Bundling”
I just had a crash course in the DISADVANTAGES of cable "bundling" -- where you get your television, phone and cable all through the same company for a discount. This afternoon my phones (unlisted home and business) went out. So did my television cable. So did my Internet. They went out around 4 and JUST came back on. Now the question is: is this a WISE thing to do -- to put … [Read more...] about Power Outage: The Disadvantages Of Cable “Bundling”
Boxing Blogging Part II
Tonight's Friday Night Fights card, plus a preview of tomorrow's super-card featuring Jermain Taylor/Cory Spinks, and the "undercard" that everyone is really excited for, Edison Miranda versus Kelly Pavlik. … [Read more...] about Boxing Blogging Part II
Sabato’s Crystal Ball: Jerry Falwell and the Politics of Double-Edged Swords
PLUS: A Kentucky Barn Burner? Religion is well beyond the scope of the Crystal Ball (thank goodness), but there is no denying the intersection of religion and politics in America. In 1928 Democrat Al Smith lost in part because of his Catholicism, and John F. Kennedy nearly lost in 1960 for much the same reason. (At least one study has suggested that a generic Protestant … [Read more...] about Sabato’s Crystal Ball: Jerry Falwell and the Politics of Double-Edged Swords
Four Arrested In Honor Killing and a New Call for Beheading Taslima Nasrin
In a horrific Brigadoon, a place that only comes into view once every millennia, a place where everyone seems related by cousin kinship to everyone else, the police chief of Bashiqa in northern Iraq is being replaced. Authorities over him have arrested four men alleged to have participated in the 'honor killing' last month of Dua Khalil, a 17-year-old Kurdish girl whose … [Read more...] about Four Arrested In Honor Killing and a New Call for Beheading Taslima Nasrin
Bill Richardson Has THE Best Campaign Commercials
Seriously, bar none without a doubt the best I've seen in a long time. With a couple of TV spots like these, Richardson could really capture some attention. They're smart, braggadicious without being preachy, take potshots at the whole electoral system and are kind of self deprecating to boot. Take a look. … [Read more...] about Bill Richardson Has THE Best Campaign Commercials
Center of Attention
The Gun Toting Liberal: "Bush Amnesty For Illegal Aliens Bill Passes Senate As President Lures Border Agents To Iraq With Six-Figure Salary Offers" Andrew Sullivan quotes a reader who describes todays republican right-wing as being fascist. Libby Spencer responds (and agrees with Andrew). Ali Eteraz on Islamic Existentialism: "A lot of Westerners do not understand Muslim … [Read more...] about Center of Attention
David Kuo Talks To Donklephant About Falwell’s Passing
3 killed in Gaza airstrike; IDF fires tank shells on field
"An IAF airstrike targeted a minivan belonging to a Hamas militant in northern Gaza City on Friday, killing three people and wounding 12, Palestinian hospital officials said." The IDF said the aircraft struck the vehicle which was carrying weapons and Kassams, causing secondary explosions. Separately, Israeli tanks fired five shells near a housing project in the northern … [Read more...] about 3 killed in Gaza airstrike; IDF fires tank shells on field
Will Ron Paul Be Kicked Out Of The Republican Debates? (UPDATED)
There have been reports that it looked that way -- but apparently not. Or IS that the whole story? A reader sends us the link to the Michigan Republican Party blog which shows two posts mentioning they were trying to block Paul from the debates. SCROLL DOWN THIS PAGE and see a mention in the first post and an actual story with a link afterwards -- a mainstream media story … [Read more...] about Will Ron Paul Be Kicked Out Of The Republican Debates? (UPDATED)
Iraq War Energizer Bunnies
Daryl Cagle, MSNBC.com … [Read more...] about Iraq War Energizer Bunnies
Water Water Everywhere
After some telling radio silence, Bush administration defenders have finally given a defense of Alberto Gonzales and Andrew Card's "friendly" hospital visit to John Ashcroft. First tries are always weak. But I'm sure, given enough time, they'll come up with something vaguely plausible. Just like they've done with the Attorney Purge. … [Read more...] about Water Water Everywhere
Encouraging the Rise of Moderate Islam
During the Cold War the West supported various pro-democracy and anti-Communist voices throughout the world, and the same can be done today. Why not empower moderates within the Muslim world? Why not intervene in what is often defined as a civil war for the soul of Islam in support of those who espouse positions that are compatible with our national interest? - Lorenzo … [Read more...] about Encouraging the Rise of Moderate Islam