Category Archives: Dick Cheney

Let’s Go Back To Olden Days!

Posted on May 12, 2013 by | Leave a comment

I continually read comments from Conservative columnists about the good old days when God was in Heaven and people listened carefully to their rabbis or priests or ministers. In the good old days, girls were just girls and boys played down at the swimming pool and if  they heard the word, pot, it simply meant the item mom used to place her flowers. New evidence reveals that global carbon dioxide in the atmosphere passed the 400 parts per million level. The last time they were at this level was back in the good old days seven million years ago.

Oh well, the Arctic area in those days was ice free as it increasingly is today. So, what is wrong about going back seven million years?

Well, for one thing, they did not have such terrible issues as Benghazi!

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Asia, Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Europe, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Peace, Politics, Republicans, Ron Paul, Rudy Giuliani, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Nanny State

Posted on May 5, 2013 by | Leave a comment

The gathering of the faithful at the National Rifle Association was treated to words of wisdom from Glenn Beck, the apostle of love, charity and warmth to all humans. Of course, when he refers to decent folk, he means those who listen to him speak, those whose skins are very white, and those who  have at least a few hundred thousand in the bank. Glenn is upset at “the nanny state.” By that he means a  government which does not grasp its duty is protecting those with millions so they can accumulate more millions.

As far as I can recall, Glenn was silent when the nanny state of George Bush send thousands to their deaths. As far as I recall, Glenn did not utter a word about the “oppressive state” when the government arrested innocent people. According to the gospel of Glenn Beck, any tax upon those with wealth is an abomination and represents denial of God’s word.

A true government that represents the “people” would issue a gun to every newborn child.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Iraq War, john kerry, Latin America, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Peace, Politics, Republicans, Ron Paul, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Just A Business Decision

Posted on May 5, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Lost in discussions concerning the war in Iraq has been the real question: has the war in Iraq been a job creator for  nations or has it caused a decline in employment and profits. After all, if there is going to be a war, it is only important that those engaged in production are protected against governments which seek to reduce profits and  lead to unemployment. James McCormick, a former cop,  decided to go into the production of bomb detectors-an excellent product which can help thousands as well as bringing jobs to many. It cost $25  to make one and they could be sold for $52,000. Certainly, that is a fair profit and we should thank men like McCormick to creating such employment.

OK, so there were a few problems. The bomb detectors apparently did not detect bombs. OK, so a few people got hurt, but the important thing is that job creators were kept employed and they were able to make a few honest bucks in the Iraq war. For some reason, a judge in England is upset and wants to send this  honest, decent,God loving Christian to jail! Since when did making an honest profit become a crime??

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Asia, Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Iraq War, Islam, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Muslims, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Social Justice, UK, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Drones Or Jail?

Posted on May 3, 2013 by | Leave a comment

Among the many mistakes made by the administration of Barack Obama none may compare to his failure of creating a commission to investigate the entire Iraq war. The government of England has the Chilcot investigation which seeks to get at the truth in order to provide the nation, and those who lost family in this debacle some form of closure. Obama insisted there was no reason to return to past mistakes and, in so doing, never allowed the American people to get at the truth. John Bellinger, who was responsible for drafting the legal framework for targeted drone killings while working for former President Bush now claims the Obama administration has endeavored to avoid more inmates in Guantanamo prison and has thus moved to killing militants.

“This government has decided that instead of detaining members of al-Qaeda(at Guantanamo prison) they are going to kill them.”At least 4,700 people  have been killed in 300 drone attacks. First, Obama failed to take a strong stand against this symbol of world wide hatred by not closing the  prison. Second, he embarked on a killing spree in which both innocent and guilty equally die.

It is time to return to the origin of this war, let the American people know the truth, and develop-along with Congress– guidelines on use of drones in killing people.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Asia, Barack Obama, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Iraq War, Islam, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Multicultural, Muslims, Peace, Religion, Republicans, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Syrian No Say Americans

Posted on May 3, 2013 by | Leave a comment

The aftermath of Bush’s war in Iraq still lingers in the hearts of Americans. A new poll  revealed that only 5% of Americans want US boots on the ground to aid Syrian rebels in their fight against President Bashar al-Assad and only 12% of Americans even suppor the idea of providing military assistance to the rebels. Why? The American public got burned by the lies and distorted logic offered by the Bush administration concerning why the need for war in Iraq.Once burned, twice cautious is the new belief among Americans. Secondly, the war in Syria is confusing, there is no clear cut group which, if triumphant, would establish a democratic society in Syria.

John McCain and fellow Republicans who want action NOW still do not grasp there is no one behind them in this quest. Secondly, it is as likely for al-Qaeda wo emerge victorious in Syria as those of secular beliefs. Caution if the word of this moment in Syria.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Hilary Clinton, Human Rights, Islam, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Muslims, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Ron Paul, Social Justice, Syria, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Guantanamo Forever!

Posted on May 1, 2013 by | Leave a comment

After the end of World War II, trials were held for those who led the Nazi government as well as for generals. Many were found guilty, some were executed and others placed in jail. Of course these criminals had murdered over 30 million people as well as raped millions and destroyed vast areas of land. In theory, those who fought against US forces in Afghanistan were supposedly to be either placed in prison and put on trial or….. At this point, it is unclear what the “or” was. Over a hundred prisoners are still in Guantanamo and there are no trials, no  charges brought against anyone, just endless hours and days of jail time. I imagine this group was responsible for, not millions, but hundreds of deaths.

Over 100 prisoners are on hunger strikes, at least 21 are being forced fed. The horror that is Guantanamo goes on and on. President Obama would like to close the prison, but, like always, he lacks the guts to do anything requiring moral courage.

Fact: Nearly all the 166 prisoners have been held without any charges filed agaisnt them. If they are guilty, place them on trial, if not, do the morally correct act-set them free.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Asia, Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Hilary Clinton, Human Rights, Iraq, Iraq War, Islam, john kerry, Judaism, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Life In Republican Land

Posted on April 30, 2013 by | Leave a comment

The Republican Party increasingly reveals evidence that it has lost connection with the world of reality. Congressman Roger blasted officials working for the Transportation Department because they never informed Mr. Rogers of possible problems if  funds for the FAA were  cut. The entire nation knew there would be flight delays but Congressman Roger was  never individually informed about this reality. He is upset.

Congressman Duncan Hunter was holding a hearing to denounce Army plans when Army Secretary John McHugh and General Raymond Odierno became upset because they were not allowed to respond to the congressman’s question. McHugh asked: “May we respond, I think I heard a question? Well, I don’t think I want to respond if the gentleman’s going to leave? Would you please hear a brief response?

Hunter:  ”If you don’t let me say anything we can’t  have a discussion.”

Odierno: “Well, you weren’t gonna let us say anything>”

Hunter: “Well, you’re right, but I have the prerogative when I’m sitting here.”

Odierno:  ”Well, I have a  prerogative too and that’s to answer a question accurately.”

Hunter:  Happy Friday

Such is life in Republican Land.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Iraq War, john kerry, Latin America, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Ron Paul, Rudy Giuliani, Satire, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

CIA And Afghanistan

Posted on April 30, 2013 by | Leave a comment

President Hamid Karzai admitted that his government received millions of dollars from the CIA during the past decade. The money was delivered in suitcases, in backpacks, and even in shopping bags. Karzai insists the money was only used to bring peace and prosperity to his land. Under no condition did his government used this money for other than programs to aid the poor or build roads and hospitals. Rumors of payments to war lords, to drug dealers, to fellow officials or to himself are absolutely not true. Hamid is a man of God, he is a man with only one concern-the welfare of his own people.

There might be some rumors about money going to drug lords, heck, there might even be some rumors that his brother was into the drug trade. But, since the CIA is only concerned with peace and charity, we can rest assured no money ever went to other than beneficial work for the people of Afghanistan.

Oh, Karzai did say something about money from Iran.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Asia, Barack Obama, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Hilary Clinton, Human Rights, Islam, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Muslims, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Death Takes No Holiday In Iraq

Posted on April 29, 2013 by | Leave a comment

It is rather ironic as the Bush Library opens in Texas with praise from five former presidents, news from Iraq indicates that 260 people died in bomb attacks over the past ten days and at least 500 were wounded. Americans recall the famous Bush claim in April, 2003 of: Mission Accomplished! We recall his famous “surge”under General Petraeus that allegedly led to peace and quiet in Iraq. Car bombs are a regular event in Baghdad. Murder of  Sunni are common as Prime Minister Maliki seeks revenge of those who once oppressed Shiites when Saddam Hussein was in power. Instead of reaching out to Sunnis and offering peace and cooperation, he has attacked, he has fired Sunni leaders and the result is chaos and death.

Not only has Maliki endeavored to antagonize Sunnis, he is attempting to gain control of Kurdistan with its oil wealth. The oil   rich province of Kirkuk is under attack and the end result might be open war.

No Weapons of Mass Destruction, No Mission Accomplished, No Surge for Peace, just war, violence and death. I am glad our former presidents were happy to be in a Library which depicts a peaceful Iraq!

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Barack Obama, Christianity, Conservatives, Democrats, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Iraq War, Islam, john kerry, Liberals, Middle East, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Muslims, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, Social Justice, United States, US Foreign Policy, War, World News

Send In–ANYONE!

Posted on April 24, 2013 by | Leave a comment

There is no question when it comes to a collection of clowns and incompetents, we Americans are NUMBER ONE. But, lingering not far behind are the clowns who constitute political parties in Italy. One of its most powerful parties is led by a former clown-at least in Italy they are upfront when it comes to levity and nonsense. After weeks of talking and going to restaurants for good meals, Italians finally asked Enrico Letta to become the country’s president. I am still unclear why any president is needed in Italy, but I guess every nation is entitled  to one.

Now, comes the fun and games. Mr. Enrico Letta has been asked to form a government. Other names have surfaced but Mr. Letta is presently number one which means he has at least four weeks to lead the nation. After he departs, there is a man who runs concessions stands at a circus who is rumored to assume power in Italy.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Barack Obama, Conservatives, Dick Cheney, Don Rumsfeld, Education, Gender Issues, George Bush, Human Rights, Italy, john kerry, Liberals, Military, Mitt Romney, Multicultural, Peace, Politics, Religion, Republicans, US Foreign Policy, World News