Monthly Archives: August 2009

Worth every penny of “free”

In “Free marriage counseling” Thomas Friedman offers advice how to repair the currently strained American Israeli diplomatic impasse. The operative word is “free” because that is exactly what Friedman’s advice is worth. Friedman simply strings together his past positions and … Continue reading

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New Fatah platform: More violence against Israel

Fatah’s new platform reads just like the old one. Actually, it’s not really a new platform. The only thing new is Fatah putting in writing its desire to cozy up to Iran, like Hamas, probably so the Palestinians will like … Continue reading

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Iran plane crash cause: Exploding bomb parts

The plane that crashed in Iran two weeks ago that killed everyone on board crashed because it was carrying arms to Hezbollah. According to the sources, the aircraft was carrying a large number of modern fuses composed of 2 kilograms … Continue reading

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Obama’s outreach: Not quite far enough

The Saudis told the Obama administration, well, effectively, to stick it where the sun don’t shine. Saudi Arabia on Friday sharply rejected American calls for gestures towards Israel, a central component of US efforts to pave the way for peace … Continue reading

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Caturday

I found my camera, and so, kitty pics. Tig’s toys were restored to him after my horde of Latina women came and went last week. And Tig rediscovered the toys of his childhood (and young adulthood). I caught him in … Continue reading

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