Monthly Archives: April 2009

“Why We Should Get Rid of West Point” Tom Ricks

Posted on April 19, 2009 by Pat Lang

"After covering the U.S. military for nearly two decades, I've concluded that graduates of the service academies don't stand out compared to other officers. Yet producing them is more than twice as expensive as taking in graduates of civilian schools … Continue reading →

Posted in The Military Art | 31 Comments

End Communism AND the Embargo in Cuba

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Pat Lang

" The head of the Organization of American States said Friday that he will ask its members to readmit Cuba 47 years after they ousted the communist nation. And in another step toward improving relations, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs | 31 Comments

“We wuz robbed.” Chalabi, Bush and Iran.

Posted on April 16, 2009 by Pat Lang

"[Al-Hayat]: If you want to describe George Bush, then how would you describe him? [Chalabi]: A man with very little skill and knowledge. [Al-Hayat]: He did Iran a great service by toppling Saddam? [Chalabi]: Iran benefited from toppling Saddam. Bush … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 55 Comments

Who killed Colonel Bennett?

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Pat Lang

"The woman who was left for dead after a brutal beating in Lansdowne last month has finally been able to talk to authorities, but Loudoun investigators are still seeking a motive in the case. Cynthia Bennett, who was attacked along … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs | 27 Comments

Homage to Spain!

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Pat Lang

http://translate.google.com/translate?prev=hp&hl=en&js=n&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.publico.es%2Fresources%2Farchivos%2F2009%2F3%2F27%2F1238184153397QUERELLA_VERSION_FINAL.pdf&sl=es&tl=en It has come to my attenton that there is an extradition agreement between the UNited States of America and the Kingdom of Spain. "All that is needed for true satisfaction is to sit by the river and wait for your … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 22 Comments

National Journal Blog, 13 April, 2009

Posted on April 13, 2009 by Michael Chevalier

This week's question addresses the issue of whether or not there should be a "Truth and Justice" commission to investigate the issue of US government torture of prisoners.  pl http://security.nationaljournal.com/2009/04/truth-commission-on-torture.php

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Sink the Pyrates (and their mansions)

Posted on April 12, 2009 by Michael Chevalier

"…history shows that a military response can be successful, such as actions taken by the United States and other nations against pirates along the northern African coast in the two Barbary wars. "That, for 200 years, has been a deterrent … Continue reading →

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Odierno should remember who is CinC.

Posted on April 10, 2009 by Michael Chevalier

"The US commander was confident that the overall timetable for the US pullout would be met. But he added that US combat troops might have to stay beyond June 30 in Mosul and Baqubah, where al-Qaeda retains an active presence. … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs | 28 Comments

Tell me who the enemy is this time.

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Michael Chevalier

I was busy the last few days, but the chatter on the news got me to wondering about the "background" thinking with regard to what we are preparing to do in Afghanistan. In Iraq we blundered around for several years more … Continue reading →

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The “Death” of the Two State Solution?

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Michael Chevalier

I am busy today (as I was yesterday).  To give you something to contemplate, I offer this interesting essay on the above subject.  pl Download Sp-inbar

Posted in Current Affairs | 25 Comments