Sen. Chuck Hagel: It’s time to leave Iraq
Hagel pens a piece for today’s Washington Post headlined “Leaving Iraq, Honorably”.
What’s going on in Iraq
After being away from the ‘net and taking a break from the news for the last few days, I’m just now catching up and finding out that there has been a lot of activity in Iraq over the last few days – most of it bad – but some reports have been exaggerated. Curt at Flopping Aces has been on top of the latest developing stories in Iraq and gives us the breakdown of what’s true and what’s questionable here.
Anti-Syria Christian cabinet minister assassinated in Lebanon
I wonder who did it? Well, not really, as it’s easy to guess, but here’s the story nevertheless:
Jimmy Carter may be asked to lead UN investigation – of Israel
Is there a brain left in anyone’s head at the UN? Via the NY Sun:
Dem “plan” for withdrawal within 4 to 6 months is not a good idea, say retired generals and other military experts
Kinda surprising to see this in the NYT, but nevertheless, here it is:
Thoughts on voting for “change” and Democratic over-the-top rhetoric
Ever heard that song “A Change Will Do You Good” by Sheryl Crow? Don’t like Sheryl Crow, but love the song. But these days, I’m not agreeing with the sentiment too much.