Category Archives: Islam

Just A Business Decision

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??

Boss Daley Lives ON

I was raised in the era when Boss Daley of Chicago would wait for election returns to come in from southern Illinois before informing the world of the fact his candidate had won the election. Of course, he  did believe it was only fair to allow dead people one last chance to cast their ballot-for the right person. I am from the Bronx where our beloved Boss Ed Flynn always made certain his candidate won the election. In the nation of Malaysia it appears the ghosts of Boss Flynn and Boss Daley are alive and well. Hundreds of plane flights carrying thousands of  people from Borneo and Sarawak have arrived with folks just itching to vote a straight Barison Naison political ticket.

OK, the government has been in power for over half a century which is reason enough why they should not end their victory spree. Vote for Boss Daley. Oops, I meant vote the straight Malaysian ticket and make certain the right folk win,  again and again and again!!

Wither Syria

The dogs of war are howling for another opportunity to bark for  an opportunity to kill and destroy. Senator John McCain and  some of his fellow Republican senators–not all– want the American government to become involved in the civil war in Syria. They urged bombing Syrian units, and arming those who fight against President Assad. Look at the record of reality:

1. Syria has a modern air defense system. If the US bombs, some American planes will be shot down.

2. Rebel forces include: (a) secular groups seeking to establish a democratic society, (b) members of al-Qaeda, (c) Islamist fanatics seeking to establish Sharia law.

3. If American planes are shot down, the next demand will be for boots on the ground.

Chaos awaits in Syria. Sorry, there is no simple solution. It is chaos.

Drones Or Jail?

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.

Let’s Have A Swap Shop

Finally, hopefully, there is a glimmer of hope concerning the possibility of a compromise between Israel and Palestinians. Tzipi Livni, Israel’s main negotiator with Palestinians, indicated Arabs have made an “important concession” which could lead to peaced with Palestinians. The Arab League indicated that while it continues supporting the 1967 peace lines, it is open to a “comparable and mutual agreed minor swap of land.” In other words, Israel settlers could retain control of land on the West Bank and Israel would compensate Palestinians with other land. Livni said “this is very good news. I welcome it.”

The easy part is getting Livni and the Israel government to agree on land swaps. The hard part is persuading militant Israelis and militants Palestinians that peace is preferable to standing firmly in place. The Arab League has agreed to recognize the state of Israel and establish diplomatic relations. Now, how does one persuade West Bank settlers who believe they are obeying God by refusing to compromise to compromise??

Sell Guns, Aid Criminals!

The state of Arizona inhabits its on state of mind. It is not surprising that reports about flying saucers and aliens invariably occur in the state of Arizona. Several cities have initiated programs to purchase guns in order to reduce these weapons of destruction, but to members of the Arizona government buying back guns is simply another ploy by those seeking to undermine the American way of life and introduce SOCIALISM! Governor Jan Brewer signed the legislation which makes illegal for a community to use government funds to buy back weapons. The bright members of the legislature and the idiot governor argue that buying back guns and then destroying them is a waste of taxpayer resources.

As Democrats noted, the Republican party complains about the notorious Federal government interfering with state rights but it is OK for the state government to interfere with rights of local cities. Naturally, Republicans identified the real issue, “a political agenda of destroying firearms!”

Oh well, the Tsarnaev boys should have gone to Arizona to arm themselves, and, in so doing, could have wrapped themselves in the American flag!

Bibib Banters Nonsense

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues selling the same bull concerning reasons for not being able to negogiate peace with Palestinians. “The Palestinians’ lack of will to recognize the state of Israel as the national home of the Jewish people is the root of the conflict.” Strange, until the 1960s no Israel leader made a condition of peace recognition of the state of Israel as the national state of the Jewish people. Of course, 20% of people currently living in Israel are Muslim or Christian.

This is simply Bbi the flim flam man selling a nostrum that promises health and security to Jews when, in reality, it simply makes everyone sick and tired of Israel’s attempts to avoid compromise and peace. I,a Jew, live in a land in which people of my religion constitute about 2% of the population. I do NOT wish the US to be designated as the national home of Christians!

Just Another College Prank

There are times for those of us who work with college students when their behaviors leave one speechless with wonder. Three teenage friends of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev recognized their friend from photos that were published. In other words, they knew their friend had killed people, had caused many to lose limbs, and to to intensive surgery. Dias Kadyrbayev, Azmat Tazayakov and robel Phillipos decided that since their buddy had just played a joke on the people of Boston, the least they could do was to protect him from being arrested. Within hours after the event, they went to his room and disposed of his backpack and computer.

The trio were questioned by the FBI and lied about their lack of knowledge regarding their buddy. Oh well, we college students are not expected to k now anything that happens in the world other than what is on Facebook. How were they to know their comrade in fun had hurt anyone. I guess they should plead-ignorance of life and the world.

Beware Black Helicopters

Americans can sleep peacefully this evening because the staunch defenders of our freedoms and liberties are ever so vigilant. Over 40% of dedicated members of the Republican party are prepared to take up arms within the coming decade in order to prevent black helicopters swooping down and sending enemies of King Obama to special gulags which currently are being build in Minnesota. There is no question the American way of life is doomed unless loyal, dedicated folk rise up with the rifles, mortars, bazookas and ward off the servants of the Devil who currently occupy the  White House. Heck, even 27% of Independents believe a conflict is brewing that will end with violence in the streets between those loyal to this nation and those loyal to sharia law!

It is time to end the reign of King Obama and restore this nation to those who actually were born here, those whose ancestors fought for freedom. End the rule of the tyrant, go into the streets and defend America!

And, make certain to place a rifle in your baby’s crib in order to ensure she is ready for the coming conflict!!

Syrian No Say Americans

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.