“Senator John McCain attacked Senator Barack Obama for what he called a naïve approach to the conflict in Iraq and the effort to combat international terrorism.” I’m so confused! I thought it was Dubya’s approach that was naïve? I guess it all depends on who’s talking. The rule seems to be that all approaches are naïve, unless it’s your own. In that case, it’s a brilliant idea! (Cue the Hallelujah Chorus…)
And I heard a bit of history today while listening to Fresh Air. They broadcast an audio tape of the trial of the Chicago 7 (Or more properly, the Chicago 10). You can listen to it here. I can see why this tape was never released before this time. The prosecution and the judge come off as complete idiots while they are trampling over the civil rights of the defendants. You really should hear this… Yes, as always, history is our future!
And I heard that the Secretary of War (Gates) was in India trying to drum up business for the American defense contractors. India wants to buy about $10 billion dollars worth of goodies to help ‘keep the peace’ in that part of the world. And what better way to do that than with Made in America armaments. Gates is competing with the rest of the so-called civilized world; they also have their salespeople in attendance.
If Gates is successful, the border between Pakistan and India will be a showcase for the American war industry; with both sides having the latest and greatest! And with any luck, Gates could invite other nations; prospective customers, to come to the border and actually see the products in action.
And did anyone notice that the California lawmakers are not complaining about the possibility of their wages and benefits being cut 10% in the slashing and hacking of the budget that is proposed for the rest of the state departments? Would that be because they aren't included?
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