Category Archives: Egypt

Morsi-Depart?

President Mohamed Morsi entered leadership of Egypt with an excellent opportunity to  move his nation forward by revamping its economy, fosteringt a democratic political system that allowed those of diverse  ideas to come together, instead, he pushed the Muslim Brotherhood agenda which opposed those with secular views and ensured that clerics would  run society, not technocrats with economic and political knowledge. The result is massive riots in major cities, over 50 dead people and at least a thousand wounded. General
Abdel Fattah al-Sisi warned that continued  violence threatened the very existendce of the Egyptian nation. In theory the Morsi Constitution lessens
Army control and, in so doing, provides the armed force an opportunity to allow civilians to fail and then ride to the rescue.

The army is passing the buck, but there will come a moment when chaos reigns and the Army is needed to restore law and order. Many in the streets warn if the
Army arrives to crush their protest it would only spark greater protests. A new group has emerged-the Black Bloc– which is anti Muslim Brotherhood and ready for violence. Such is the legacy of Mohamed Morsi!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Morsi Must Go!

President Mohamed Morsi must be removed from office in order to allow the people of Egypt to create a viable democratic society. Riots are raging in  major Egyptian cities as protesters make clear they do NOT wish to reside in an Islamist society in which the Muslim Brotherhood decides who attends school, how  women dress the right of men to abuse women and other such wonderful examples of life under Islamic society. At least 40 people are dead, hundreds wounded and at least two dozen women  sexually assaulted. Morsi’s response is to have another meeting to discuss why his policies must be followed.

It is time for the Egyptian military to end the violence by removing Morsi and having all parties work together for a coalition government –that does not include Mohamed Morsi. This man is an incompetent leader who only excels at angering those who oppose him.

Oh For Mubarak?

It was just a few yard ago that thousands filled the streets of Cairo demanding the ouster of Hosni Mubarak and his gang of corrupt thieves whose main goal in life was making money-for themselves. Young and old shouted for a new deal  under which the people of Egypt could create a society in which people could develop their human and physical resources and enjoy the benefits of democracy. That was then and today is now. In that golden moment, secular forces united with the Muslim Brotherhood in a joint desire for democracy. On Friday, the two year anniversary of this  freedom outbreak,  thousands once again were in the streets of Cairo.

Mubarak was in jail, but the Muslim Brotherhood under leadership of President Morsi now ruled –in the same inept undemocratic manner as did their former petty dictator. As one person said: ‘there’s no military dictatorship any more, but there are the beginnings of a theocratic one.” Such is the quest for democracy.

Presidnt Morsi Misunderstood

A president of a nation has a right to speak his mind and he has a right to  make clear that when he speaks his mind the words spoken might not really be the intent of what he said. A video has emerged in which President Morsi makes the following remarks concerning those of the Jewish faith:

“nurture our childen and our grandchildren on hatred of Jews and Zionists”

“these bloodsuckers who attack the Palestinians, these warmongers, these descendants of apes and pigs.”

The president insists that his words were “taken out of context.” His spokesman  went on to make clear: “the president respects all religions and upholds freedom of religion.”

Sure he does. Just read his words. In all fairness,  President Morsi not only has    Jews angry at him, but half the population of Egypt.

 

Chuck Hagel-Israel Best Friend?

Republicans in Congress are rallying behind the flag of Israel money and alleged Jewish votes in order to block the nomination of fellow Republican Chuck Hagel as the new Secretary of Defense. Senator Lindsay Graham warned that appointing Hagel was placing in power an “antagonistic figure when it comes to the state of Israel.” Hagel has angered the current government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by urging talks with Iran and warned against allowing the Jewish lobby in America from influencing our foreign power. So, what is the problem.

Hagel is the best friend Israel can possess. He understands that Iran must be diplomatically engaged in serious negotiations. He understands that Israel’s future entails forging peaceful relations with Palestinians. He understands Israel must cease seizing land from Palestinians and NEGOTIATE. He understands the people of Israel must COMPROMISE in order to become part of the Middle East. It cannot continue a policy of hate and power. In the end, such a policy will only lead to violence.

Sharia Law In 21st Century?

There are some interesting aspects of Muslim economics including a prohibition against charging interest on bonds. In most societies, one can purchase a bond and receive a certain amount of interest since others are using your money. Members of the Islamic Research Academy  of al-Azhar college and its affiliated institutes argue that a good Muslim can not issue bonds and offer interest for the use of another’s money. According to a spokesperson, “it is not compliant with Sharia rules and threatens the state sovereignty.”

I await some comment by Republican conservatives about the Socialist or Communist Muslim religious folk who want to allow money to get in the way of capitalists making money. This aspect of Sharia law is wonderful. Unfortunately, in modern economies, money rules, not religion.

Morsi Muddles Vote

President Morsi of Egypt had an  historic opportunity to unite the people of his country and move forward to a new era of unity and prosperity. Instead, his Muslim Brotherhood chose the route of religious hate, brutality toward opponents and a flawed election. A constitution was written by Islamic militants, it was forced on the nation in a so-called referendum, and the conclusion was apparent before the first vote was cast. In the first round of voting, the constitution was approved by 54% of those voting, in the second round it attained a 74% of the vote. A spokesperson for the Muslim Brotherhood said “we hope approving the new constitution would be an historic opportunity to reunite national forces.”

Reality–ONLY 32% OF THE POPULATION VOTED!! There are reports of voting fraud, coercion and violence against people who rejected the constitution. How can one have a constitution that lacks a majority vote of the nation??

 

Christmas Presents For All

In lieu of spending money this year, we offer Xmas presents for a select few.

John Boehner hopefully will receive a new assortment of nuts for the new Congress.

For Mr. LaPierre, we send a trip to the Congo where he can use his guns against militants in the jungle.

For Mitt Romney, we send a year supply of humanity.

For Barack Obama we send the latest version of a spine.

For UK PM David Cameron, we send a copy of Paul Krugman articles during 2012.

For Vladimir Putin, we send a full size copy of his ego, in technicolor, that is.

For Republican Party members in the House of Representatives we send a trip to Disneyland so they can feel at home.

For Don Rumsfeld and Dick Cheney we offer a free trip to Afghanistan and Iraq in order that they can survey their handiwork a few years later.

For George Bush, we offer a piece of the forest for cutting trees.

For Sarah Palin, we offer a free hunting trip in Afghanistan where she can display her prowess with the gun.

For Michelle Bachmann we offer a free operation to finally provide her with a working brain.

For Rick Santorum, we offer an accident that leaves him disabled and paying the full cost for medical care.

For Justice Scalia we send a copy of the Original Constitution which says that corporations are people and that is why they fought the American Revolution.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

An Eyptian Election

An  election if proceeding in Egypt due to demands from the Muslim Brotherhood and its man in government-President Morsi, that a constitution   written by a group of clerics should become the law of the land. Initial results  show that 56% approve the document although most in Cairo said, no. At least 43% are determined their nation will not be turned over to a bunch of religious zealots who want to impose sharia law upon those who want democratic law. So far, only about 33% of the population is voting.

The opposition National Salvation Front(NSF) insists voting was rigged by the government and that most Egyptians do not want clerical rule. The Egyptian Coalition for Human Rights reported use of religious slogans and money being offered to those who vote, yes.  The Constitution of the United States was approved by all states due to compromises. A lesson for Egypt.

Spring Turrns To Winter

It seems like yesterday when the world looked on with admiration and delight as
Tunisians took to the streets seeking an end to autocracy and the beginning of democracy. There was hope a new day was dawning in which people of all faiths came together as  members of a society in which, regardless of religious belief, all could live in harmony with one another. There was also an expectation that democracy would also usher in an economic revival that lifted those in the Middle East into the same middle class status that was occurring in Asian lands and in nations like Turkey.

Alas, that was then, and now is now. Tunisian President Moncer Marzouki, who leads a moderate Muslim party, was greeted with boos and stones when he appeared in the town of Sidi Bouzid. Young people wanted to know the location of promised jobs. Others wanted to know why religious zealots were harassing them in their daily lives.

He departed quietly.