Breaking the Loop: Op-EF

Meet the Fighters from Kabul: Circia: 1988-
(After withdrawal of Russia)

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~Take a good closer look at the guys...click-here
History has recorded Mikhail Gorbachev's withdrawal of troops (from Soviet occupied Afghanistan) as: "Due to social pressure i.e.: costs, deaths of 15,000 Soviet soldiers...In what they called:
"an unwinnable war"..._________So Russia was "freed up" with their (1988) peace accords, anti-war fractions "rejoiced"...and by 1989, Russia not only withdrew from Afghanistan, but began a withdraw from Global Competition...
~So everything was just fine, then... right?
It also marked Saddam's use of mass chemical Warfare, to prevent the Kurd (and Iran) successes with newly secured Northern territory. Saddam ordered Iraqi planes to drop chemical weapons mercilessly upon Halabja, and near-by villages...
~For the skeptics: Saddam's "signed" proof is circulating at the Pentagon for public release...soon...__________~So what matter was Iraq's chemical warfare, we were after Bin Laden?
~Just a little something he'd have given thousands of our Int'l troops, during the oust of the Taliban; 2002._________Let's step back, and view what happened when Russia left Afghanistan (1989)
~Peace in Afghanistan was short-lived as the rebel's victory exposed deep divisions within the Mujahideen. Millions of Afghans were dead or displaced;
Soon a refugee crisis, of more than 1 million, fled into Iran and Pakistan. Civil war quickly started again, and the country rapidly plunged into violent anarchy.
It was at this time (94-96) which brought forth the birth and rise of of the Taliban's brutal militia (Pashtun Islamic fundamentalists.)
Also: Bin Ladin’s training camps, the bombing of American embassies in Kenya and Tanzania (98) desecration of Buddhist monuments, and finally the mastermind efforts which tragically took lives...(9-11; 2001) on US soil...

~In the early years, UN-brokered peace, banned arms sales to Taliban forces, U.S. issued threats, with random attacks... This did not advert, nor address. What was looming in the background was a greater threat than man's eyes could see... None-the-less, this was a chapter at which is written into history, and cannot be changed...
___________As President Bush visits Kabul this week, it is entirely evident that Afghanistan and Iraq will always require 'stabilization' and the World's watchful eye. But curiously enough, the one equation that was never accurately figured by the opposition... Afghans, and Iraqis want Peace and a decent shot at life, for their children..

And by all determination, and friends...They WILL =(click)
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~M.B.
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Totalitarian Global Threat

re- Manifesto:
I've just returned from my trip. I can't believe how much respect I have for these 12 (below) ...I'll proudly stand beside them.~MB_________

Together facing the new totalitarianism
After having overcome fascism, Nazism, and Stalinism, the world now faces a new totalitarian global threat: Islamism.
We: Writers, journalists, intellectuals, call for resistance to religious totalitarianism and for the promotion of freedom, equal opportunity and secular values for all.

The recent events, which occurred after the publication of drawings of Muhammed in European newspapers, have revealed the necessity of the struggle for these universal values. This struggle will not be won by arms, but in the ideological field. It is not a clash of civilisations nor an antagonism of West and East that we are witnessing, but a global struggle that confronts democrats and theocrats.

Like all totalitarianisms, Islamism is nurtured by fears and frustrations. The hate preachers bet on these feelings in order to form battalions destined to impose a liberticidal and unegalitarian world. But we clearly and firmly state: nothing, not even despair, justifies the choice of obscurantism, totalitarianism and hatred. Islamism is a reactionary ideology which kills equality, freedom and secularism wherever it is present. Its success can only lead to a world of domination: man’s domination of woman, the Islamists’ domination of all the others. To counter this, we must assure universal rights to oppressed or discriminated people.

We reject « cultural relativism », which consists in accepting that men and women of Muslim culture should be deprived of the right to equality, freedom and secular values in the name of respect for cultures and traditions. We refuse to renounce our critical spirit out of fear of being accused of "Islamophobia", an unfortunate concept which confuses criticism of Islam as a religion with stigmatisation of its believers.

We plead for the universality of freedom of expression, so that a critical spirit may be exercised on all continents, against all abuses and all dogmas.
We appeal to democrats and free spirits of all countries that our century should be one of Enlightenment, not of obscurantism.
12 signatures:
Ayaan Hirsi Ali
Chahla Chafiq
Caroline Fourest
Bernard-Henri Lévy
Irshad Manji
Mehdi Mozaffari
Maryam Namazie
Taslima Nasreen
Salman Rushdie
Antoine Sfeir
Philippe Val
Ibn Warraq
~Wizbang: Standing up to Islamic Totalitarianism
~Stop the ACLU: A Manifesto Against Islamofasicoism
~Blue Star Chronicles: Manifesto Against Islam
~Agora's Blogsome: Excellent! It's all here!!
~Church and State: M-Against Islamism - A Good 1st Step
~Agora's: The Quran reported to the Police .
~Agora's: The Manifesto of Freedom
Tags: freedom, universal values, ayaanhirsiali__________ NOTE: This post has to do with that part of the religion of Islam which produces Fascism, obscurantism, totalitarianism and hatred...(And support to end it!)

UPDATE: Guard the Borders

Bush, Fox, Harper Summit Set for End of Marchvia:Reuters
Tuesday, February 28, 2006

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Immigration, trade disputes and concern about the rise in China's economic power will top the agenda at a summit next month between U.S. President George W. Bush, Mexican President Vicente Fox and new Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

Mexico's foreign ministry said on Monday the summit will be held March 30-31 in the Caribbean resort town of Cancun, and will cap a series of meetings between U.S. and Mexican officials on border security and other issues.

Many issues on the table are the same as at last year's meeting between Bush, Fox and Harper's predecessor Paul Martin: Mexico's desire for immigration reform in the United States, trade disputes between the United States and Canada, and concerns among all three governments about the rising economic clout of China and India.

Geronimo Gutierrez, a deputy secretary for North America in the foreign ministry, told local radio Bush and Fox are expected to talk separately as well.

Security along the U.S. Mexico border has been a source of tension between the two governments and would also likely be on the agenda of a bilateral meeting.

Border violence has spiraled on the border and elsewhere since Fox declared war on drug cartels a year ago._________________
~Meanwhile; US Citizens are holding together both, National Security and enforcement of our Constitution - All through volunteered efforts:

~Following information from: Minuteman HQ

Nationwide "Secure Our Borders" Operation April 2006
Thousands of MCDC volunteers, augmented by the new national support team, will hold border watch patrols in northern and southern states along an estimated 800 miles of international borders during the month of April.________ Chris Simcox Thanks Volunteers for Efforts in Cochise
Thanks for your dedication during this weekend's muster in Cochise. Border Patrol apprehended just over one thousand in that area for the 2-days we were on the line in Huachuca and Naco.
The President's 2006 Mission of Completion To move forward on a strategy to enforce immigration laws, secure America, and uphold the Nation's deepest values. The President will continue working with Congress so that he can sign a comprehensive immigration reform bill into law in 2006.____________"As I've heard that this will be TOP PRIORITY for the President at this summit. I'm for National Guard check-points set immediately, funded by Federal Government (Not state).... And no "deals" to compromize our Constitution, will be tolerated"...MB____________

This has been a production of the Guard the Borders Blogburst. It is syndicated by Euphoric Reality, and serves to keep immigration issues in the forefront of our minds as we're going about our daily lives and continuing to fight the war on terror. If you are concerned with the trend of illegal immigration in our country, join the Blogburst! Send an email with your blog name and url to euphoricrealitynet at gmail dot com.

20th Winter Olympics -Finale

[AP-Winter-06; Closing Ceremonies]

It was Sweden's best medal total ever for the Winter Games. Its final gold came Sunday as the men's hockey team beat Finland 3-2. The Swedish women's hockey team also pulled the upset of the Olympics, defeating the Americans in the semifinals and going on to take the silver behind Canada.__________________
Cindy Klassen, who trains in Calgary, is widely believed to be Canada's flag bearer during today's closing ceremony. The speed skater has won a record five medals!
P.CHIASSON, CP _____Sunday, Feb. 26
Cross-Country Skiing
Men's 50km, 10 a.m.

Men's Hockey
Gold Medal, 2 p.m.

Closing Ceremony
Start, 8 p.m...
A tiny touch on the Bazaar-side (but fun) marked the conclusion of the 20th Winter 2006 Olympics...
As: DAVID CRARY AP describes:

"Turin's Olympics, a topsy-turvy mix of marvels and misadventures, ended appropriately with a closing-ceremony Carnival -- a circus-like celebration full of clowns and acrobats, vibrant and often dreamlike. Fireworks, confetti and pulsating ballads filled the air. At one point, a winged snowboarder hovered high above ground, as if by magic.

Some athletes wore red clown noses Sunday night as they swarmed across the huge stage of Olympic Stadium, waving jubilantly to a backdrop of bouncy Italian songs. Many of the 35,000 spectators donned devil and angel masks in a closing ceremony doubling as the annual Carnival festival celebrated across Italy this weekend." Great story...___________~World related topic can be found:
~Beautiful clip:: Govindam prayers in W. Olympics
~Olympic News Circle: Torino Closing Ceremony (etc.)
~Beautiful blog of Ultra-Sketch: Did we miss something?
~Scotland on SundayCha robh anns an seo ach a' chiad Achd!
~Basil:Went To A Football Game & Hockey Match Broke Out
~C. Cat's Ping: festival, and Samtsai: Posts about Last Day
Tags: Olympics 2006, Gaelic, Torino___________

Life Under Saddam's Regime

The courageous stories being told by Iraqis, and the gratitude that they express for the end of Saddam's brutal rule... The President meets to hear the progress.
~Life Under Saddam Hussein.
[White House photo: Eric Draper]
President George W. Bush exchanges handshakes
with Mr. Mohammed Jaber during a visit: White House
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006,
Mr. Jaber is a former Iraqi journalist who was jailed for writing a story that raised questions about how oil money was being spent...

President Meets with Victims of Saddam Hussein
~Discusses Progress in Iraq

"It's been my honor to visit with folks who know firsthand the brutality of Saddam Hussein. These are folks who have suffered, one way or the other, because the tyrant was a law unto himself, and was willing to deny people basic human rights. The stories here are compelling stories. They're stories of sadness and stories of bravery." ~January 18, 2006
-President George W. Bush
~Tales of the People Inc. quotes from the grateful Iraqi people._______________

Shifting Sectarian Violence

Much patience is needed for the evolution of Liberty in Iraq:
Let us not forget: 12/13/05:
The Iraqis were aided by marksmen, in order to vote...
-Dismantling the volatile Anbar province, to vote:

~Catch audio- (click-image)
I still tear, everytime I think of the amazing courageousness of the Iraqi people.
Quote by Ali al-Lami -(Iraqi Electoral Commission)
"Violence has no place in any democratic elections. This is a time for national reconciliation though the political process."

Note: They have surely evolved. During the Saddam regime, "reconciliation" for civil disobedience or civil uprisings, meant death... ________________ 2/25/06
The more I've come to understand the dynamics here, I realize that it is as if a majority of the Middle Eastern cities are now living within the same circumstances as we did, in our "1920's, 30's, and 40's." It's as if they remain (as is true with many other parts of the World) left behind during evolution of modern lawfulness. We need to understand this, and give them much patience...

For instance: Take a look at America during the (1949) upsurge of Gangsterism. There had been many decades of bullet sprays from drive-by gangsters, of which most carried automatic weapons and the like...
[Enlarge: click-here]
The 'killing for killing' was ruthless; as were the wars between mob families. In fact, those who survived a shooting, often needed bodyguards at the hospital, or later in the courtroom.

The Gangs in the streets with free-reign, took advantage of the weak and the ineffectuality of enforcements.

It took decades to shift from the many phases of lawlessness, but not until the gangs joined society as State's Witnesses, did they finally gain control.
Outside insurgence (such as that which currently befalls Iraq) became a pivotal factor in shifting this dynamic. Gangs along with civilians grew tired of being frightened...
UPDATE: Sunnis and Sadr's Shiites make peace!
This is great!! I certainly hope this is true, and lasting!
It will be, only because they make this shift themselves... (^__^)____________
The Owner's Manual: The B O M #130!!
~ht: Wizbang: Pentagon: No Civil War in Iraq
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Basil's picnic, Don's on Sunday.
~The most brilliant cat on the internet!

Media Spoof

I have posted this, some time ago....But what with the new Palestinian terrorist leadership that shocked the World, it is important for many (who have not seen this film) to view it, as it affirms (once again) that the Palestinians will stop at NOTHING...(Even enlisting leadership of a leading terrorist organization who defies recognition of Israel, against the demands of the World.)____________The power of the media, where one picture can be worth...
A thousand weapons...


[ Click-Image:Requires Window's Media Player]

Meet Pallywood: A war set where mocked footage using real gunfire is carefully supervised by set directors, in an attempt to shape World sympathy for the Palestinian cause...
In this Film: View actors, film sets, their affiliates, and just how these films are then marketed out to media distribution and passed off as current news stories..._______________Daled Amos hosts: The Soccerdad's
Haveil Havalim #59... View excellent posts...
abbagav: posts an excellent insight, that brings forth a question!
_______________ Tags: skepticism , agenda, Palestine, Media spoof

Carnival Updates

New carnival added each day.



~Rick Moran's: Carnival of the Clueless #35!
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~EGOist hosts, Danish themed: Carnival of Recipes #81!
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~Suncomprehendingglass: Carnival of the Recipes #80!
~Daled Amos: Haveil Havalim #59...
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Sleepy But Not Too Sleepy

"Butterscotch gives an imitation of the "green-naped Lorikeet"...
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Danish Four-Cheese Tart

Support full freedoms of 8,000.000 in Denmark.Buy Danish!
[Photo/recipe © | D -06]
~View the 'life-sized' cheese tart...click-here!

"Bring the famous Danish pastry to the main course"..MB

Serves 4 to 6
~1- 1/2 cups (plain, unbleached) flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
~10 tablespoons sweet butter
~4-5 tablespoons ice water little water
~2 egg yolks
~2 tablespoons unsalted butter
~1 lb leeks, including tender green parts, well cleaned and sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick
~Close-up of a Leek.
~Salt and freshly ground pepper
~2 whole eggs, plus
~1 egg yolk
~1 cup (8 fl oz) heavy (double cream or half-and-half (half cream)
~pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
~1/3 cup shredded Danbo (the least fat)
~1/3 cup shredded Danish Tilsit
~1/3 cup sliced Estrom (also known as Danish Port Salut)
~3 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Chives
~1/4 Lb Danish Crumbly Blue Cheese
Tart pastry:
~You can also see my tart pastry recipe: here
Prepare the deep pastry crust (as I did with berry tart)
Quick tips:
~Tip 1: You also want to do a blind baking (partially cook) the shell.
~Tip 2: Let cool on rack after crust sets and colors slightly...
How to:
~Mix the flour in a bowl. Then rub in the butter until it resembles bread crumbs. Add just enough water to bind the mixture (about 1 to 2 teaspoons). Form a ball, flatten into a disk, Wrap the pastry in plastic, refrigerate...
(Keep going!) ;)
Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and use to line eight 4-inch false-bottomed tart pans. Trim the edges, then chill for 30 min... Line the pastry with foil (or parchment paper and fill with ceramic baking beans... (Increase the amount of ceramic cooking beans) ...Cook in a pre-heated oven at 400 degrees F for 10 to 15 min. until lightly browned at the edges. Remove from the oven and remove the parchment paper and baking beans.

Now, on to the recipe!
In a large heavy frying pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. When it foams, add the leeks, reduce the heat to low, and cook slowly until the leeks are soft and golden, about 15 min. Season with salt and pepper and set aside to cool.

Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drips.

In a bowl whisk together the whole eggs, egg yolk, and cream until blended. Season with the nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Sprinkle half of the shredded cheeses evenly over the bottom of the pastry crust. Top with the leeks, then the chives, and finally the Danish Crumbly Blue. Pour in as much of the egg mixture as will fit, stopping within 1/2 inch of the rim. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top.

Bake the tart until the top is lightly puffed and golden and the filling giggles only slightly when the pan is gently shaken, about 25 min. Remove the tart from the oven and let rest for at least 10 min. If using a tart pan with a removable bottom, place the pan on the outstretched palm and let ring fall away, then slide the tart onto a serving plate...
Tip 1: Serve hot or at room temperature.
Tip 2: Serve with Danish Carlberg (or) Tuborg Beers!
-Content/Images: © | D -06-
Tags: Danish, tart, Buy Danish, gebakje, cheese
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Diamond Fashions

[Via-Xinhua; Butterfly gown-05]
This lovely gown sparkles in the evening-light, as it shows off the delicate curves of the back... Its graceful full length, flows fitted along the hips... Accented by a four foot train...
~Over 2000 diamonds... Price :...One cool million...
~Warning- (revealing) The right lingerie to wear underneath.
[GIA-r.reserved]
One of a kind jeweled bras: This one, designed and donated to the GIA institute by Robert Mouawad (of Robert Mouawad Campus,Carlsbad). Bra consists of: white gold, and 2, 200 diamonds, sapphires, amethysts, and rhodolites.
[Vogue UK -05]
~ Note: Remember though, Diamond clothes are breakable!..lol_______~Video: Designer, Scott Henshall's: spring/summer-1.6 mil $ bikini _______~C.Thomass lingere: This little bra and pantie set has a detachable gold and diamond brooch... (retail 15,000.00)...Cute gift!
______________________~Last but not least:
S. K. is wearing this 261 diamond (77 carat each) silk tie; w/150 grams of gold; designed by: Satya Paul -Ht: the Suashish Diamond group.
[Via-e-times]_____________
[Coming soon...Pendants!]______________________
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I.Summit: Saddam Bio-Labs

[WND-permission; Saddam's bio-weapons labs]
[Side view of: mobile bio-weapons labs]
Posted on World Net Daily the inside photos of a trailer as was found by the U.S. in Northern Iraq. More information at summit will be forthcoming... Similar to the trailer (televised) during interception of Iraq (as was caught by satellite and viewed by operatives in the field -pre invasion.) Though during invasion clearance, it was expected that contents were removed Syria? we do not know. See full detail of the rest here.

~This was in my draft folder, and the videos are Very interesting and informative! Helpful to get a better visual of what is really going on with surveillance. (respectfully)
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Many interesting new topics discussed at the intelligence summit this past weekend. (February 17-20) For those unfamiliar, the summit presenters include top leaders of intelligence, espionage, counter-terrorism and counter-intelligence agencies (from around the world)... (i.e.: The free world)
(Also noted at the site: "Particular emphasis is placed on inviting émigré groups from soon to be emerging democracies.")
Interesting Videos (below) interview the summit, of which remains to be... "The most prestigious world conference on international studies, intelligence policy, terrorism, and homeland security."
~It was very interesting to view additional input re: The summit's newly released developments of the Saddam tapes...
~View Videos: WMD files.
~Via instapundit:
"The WMD Files, including interviews with James Woolsey, Richard Miniter, and Bill Tierney, & well worth your time"; (updates more from Byron York.) _________

Prayer Bill Piques ACLU

[Rockwell: 1977 Pres. Medal of Freedom]
~View enlargement: Click-here

by Bob on 02-23-06 @ 2:15 pm
In response to a November ruling by a U.S. District Judge, Representative Mike Sodrel, a Republican, has introduced legislation to prevent federal courts from ruling on the content of speech in legislatures:

Judge David Hamilton (appointed by Bill Clinton) had ruled that any prayer that refers to Jesus Christ, Savior, or Son of God is unconstitutional. Any such reference, he said, "amounts in practical terms to an official endorsement of the Christian religion."

~Sodrel and Representative Dan Burton called Hamilton’s ruling "a clear example of judicial activism."

Sodrel said his bill would provide immunity for content of speech for lawmakers or their guests during a legislative session, excluding witnesses and excluding speech that constitutes treason, an admission of a crime or a breach of the peace. The bill would also prohibit the use of federal funds to enforce a decision like Hamilton’s.

~Well, guess who’s up in arms about using legislation to rein in activist judges’ decisions? Survey says, the ACLU of Indiana. Calling it a political ploy, as if they never engage in such activity, the ACLU is feigning horror at the very questioning of the validity of the American justice system. If any one organization is responsible for America’s loss of faith in the judicial system, it is the ACLU.

~Ken Falk, the ACLU of Indiana’s legal director, has been recognized by the ICLU as leading a legal team that accepts one of the most ambitious dockets of any ACLU affiliate in the country. That, of course, means he and his cronies are litigation happy, a trait that most people would find less than admirable. Falk has history, indeed, from suing to remove a monument of the Judeo-Christian Decalogue in front of the Elkhart, Indiana municipal building to convincing the Supreme Court to strike down Indianapolis’ drug interdiction roadblocks.

"If you disagree with a court decision, you appeal the case," Falk said.
The ACLU wants to keep everything in courts that are peppered with their friends, colleagues and former members. Thus, they can continue to pervert the will of the American people. They fear the legislature because on most votes they will lose. And, when they lose, the majority of Americans win and the tyranny of the minority loses.

This was a production of Stop The ACLU Blogburst. If you would like to join us, please email Jay or Gribbit. You will be added to our mailing list and blogroll. Over 150 blogs already on-board.
~Thanks to the News-Sentinel.
~Crossposted from Sweet Spirits of Ammonia.

No Secrecy Tactics Here

[Released-WH; D. Boher-06]
~Looks like: MSM creates a surprise vetting-issue, here.
~And now a secret agreement..
We will find that the historic details of this 'ports consideration' was years in the making, having most recently reached completion as the product of 'very lengthy investigations and rigorous criteria'... (All a prerequisite to closure.)
In-as-much as the American people are being lead to believe that this was a spontaneous, and "ambiguous move, from a sneaky administration" (interpreted by banding words spread throughout the MSM)...

This was not.

~Also, was not a surprise to Congress or Senate.(More will be forthcoming)

I feel that it looks like Congress (under political pressure) chose to defuse "massive" public out-cry, as a request for more detail...
~This created the MSM impression that Congress had "partial detail"...

"If Americans were to have praised this finality, Congress would have admitted more involvement."...MB.
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Update: 2/23/06
It's a big mistake that MSM has decided to exploit their "Secret" hypothesis! Although details of sale will not be public, Government will clarify.

Just more "partial-truth" attempts, by the MSM, to dissuade Presidential confidence. Those familiar with history, know to access more info...When I locate a saved file from an Arabic site (some time ago)... which pertains to this transaction. (And -former to now- administration archives) of which also contain more detail; will post.
~(This proves the need to "save copies of all you find relevant!")
~Again, more will be revealed by those in charge...
~Ferdy, Wizbang,The moderate Voice
~Read: expose the left: Why Liberals Are Upset About The Ports
~Iowa Voice: Could Port Deal Actually Be About Unions?

Debunking Port Myths: VIDEO

[Sen. R.Menendez D-N.J., Fear-06]
(click-photo)...to view VIDEO.
Still unsure of the fear-facts you've gleaned from MSM? Here's an excellent Video which will address simple questions, and help clear up the myths being circulated in the media. At present, there are several spontaneous lawsuits filed by those who hope to delay this process.

March 2nd is the sale date, yet many decries of the need for more transparency of this operation. One of the many misconceptions associated with this deal, is that a foreign country is coming in to take over America's ports, placing added risk to our security ... __________
~Actually...I don't think our Brit friends fussed, as much...The British ports and ferries group -- says it has accepted a ports bid from Singapore's PSA International worth 3.545 billion pounds (5.2 billion euros, 6.4 billion dollars) at the expense of a rival offer from Dubai Ports World (DPW).
~Picnic at: Basil's
~Wizbang: Bush Fulfills "I'm A Uniter, Not A Divider" Pledge.
~Other opinions posted at: Everyman.

ACLU: Wants Bush Impeached

The latest group to assemble a panel to support a "impeach Bush" campaign: The ACLU. As they met with their panel of Attorneys, they continue to gather support in argument of the President's use of post 9-11 authority for the protection of US citizens through surveillance...
(This surveillance used legally by our US Presidents, during times of war.)

ACLU Panel Urges Impeachment Over NSA Spying
By Monisha Bansal
CNSNews.com Staff Writer
February 21, 2006
Excerpt:
CNSNews.com) - While White House Press Secretary Scott McClellan was asserting Monday that the National Security Agency's domestic surveillance program was a vital tool in the war against terrorism, a panel assembled by the American Civil Liberties Union was arguing that President Bush should be impeached over the spying program.
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"If the political alignment in the country were otherwise, impeachment would be a no-brainer," said Laurence H. Tribe, professor of constitutional law at Harvard University. Read more.

"It violates the basic rules of the road of how you operate," said Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the ACLU. "No judge, at any level has signed a warrant for this."
________________
"The terrorist surveillance program helps us to connect the dots and save lives and prevent attacks," said McClellan.

"I think most leaders understand that this is not only a necessary tool, but a vital tool in our efforts to disrupt plots and prevent attacks here at home. We will continue to listen to ideas from members of Congress and we will continue to work with them on legislation that would protect this vital program and address some of the issues that have been raised."____
~Stop the ACLU: ACLU Calls For Impeachment

Ahmadinejad invited to Auschwitz

[Ahmadinejad: Denies worst crime against humanity]

"In this place of horror he can again deny the Holocaust, if he has the courage," a spokesman for the Islamic organization said, according to EJP.______
"Additionally, the entire demonstration of violent dissention against Denmark has caused many to see just what type of effect this religion has had on its followers, ranging from over 16 different cultures who utilize its principals."
"Ignorance about the history of fascism and totalitarianism are major impediments in our fight against their modern day successors"...MB____News Story:
The oldest Islamic organization in Germany, the Islam-Archiv-Deutschland Central Institute, criticized Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad recently for denying the existence of the Holocaust, and invited him to visit Germany.
Excerpt:
~The spokesman for Islam-Archiv-Deutschland added that denying a tragic but factual chapter of history such as the Holocaust, the leader of the Islamic state was hurting the image of Islam and significantly weakening the Arab and Muslim cause worldwide.

~Chrenkoff: How the memory of Holocaust has: lost its moral compass.
~dreadpundit: suggestion for Ahmadinejad.
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Laden and Threat Diffusion

One of the first bloggers on the net to report the new Bin Laden tape:
stop the ACLU (See below)______
We hope that an upper hand threat diffusion is at work between Arab's:
[AP Photo: Rafiq Maqbool]
Afghan President Hamid Karzai listens to questions during a press conference in Kabul, Afghanistan, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2006. Karzai said that Afghanistan gave Islamabad a list of wanted Taliban guerrillas operating in Pakistan and said it reserves the right to do what it can if the violence by the Taliban did not stop.

Sunday 19 February 2006, 21:17 Makka Time, 18:17 GMT
Jordan's president Abdullah receives visit from Al-Sadr (Iraq) who expressed appreciation for Abdullah's efforts in the Arab and international arenas in clarifying the true image of Islam and its prophet, especially during his trip to Washington earlier this month. (RE: The National Prayer Breakfast, an annual gathering of politicians and dignitaries.)

~Unlike Al-Sadr, Abdullah maintains close ties with the United States and other top officials, and is hoped to diffuse Al-Sadr's volatile anti-American stance."
~ Given Al-Sadr's position in Iraq, this could help evolve Iraq. more_____ Now for Laden... "I am not sure why I do not read more direct quotes from Islamic leaders about their position on Bin Laden. Unless their fear of backlash is too great, this could help to invalidate, both the efforts of Laden, and those of his (alleged) followers."...MB._____

From jay:

"I found this new tape of Bin Laden to be quite interesting. Earlier this weekend, at the bookstore, I was skimming through some books. One was about an individual that followed Osama Bin Laden with a pistol, who’s job was to kill him if he were to ever be surrounded. According to what I read, Osama vowed that “martyrdom over capture” was to be preferred. Didn’t buy the book, but when I heard this it made me think of it." ~~~~~~~~~~~
Osama bin Laden promised never to be captured alive and declared the U.S. had resorted to the same "repressive" tactics used by Saddam Hussein, according to an audiotape purportedly by the al-Qaida leader that was posted Monday on a militant Web site.
The tape appeared to be a complete version of one that was first broadcast Jan. 19 on Al-Jazeera, the pan-Arab satellite channel, in which bin Laden offered the United States a long-term truce but also said his al-Qaida terror network would soon launch a fresh attack on American soil.

"I have sworn to only live free. Even if I find bitter the taste of death, I don't want to die humiliated or deceived," bin Laden said.

In drawing the comparison to American military behavior in Iraq to that of Saddam, the speaker said:

"The jihad is continuing with strength, for Allah be all the credit, despite all the barbarity, the repressive steps taken by the American Army and its agents, to the extent that there is no longer any mentionable difference between this criminality and the criminality of Saddam."..Story at Stop the ACLU. Read more...
(Also here.)
~Blue Star Chronicles: OBL Vows He'll Never be Taken Alive
~In the Bull Pen: Rest of Jan 19th Obl Tape

Secure Our Borders Op-3-06

MINUTEMAN CIVIL DEFENSE CORPS
ANNOUNCES NATIONWIDE ‘SECURE OUR BORDERS’ OPERATION FOR APRIL 2006

(PHOENIX, AZ) February 16, 2006 – Chris Simcox, President of the Minuteman Civil Defense Corps (“MCDC”), today announced plans for the group’s nationwide “Secure Our Borders” campaign in April 2006. Simcox also announced a new operational structure for the original Minuteman Border Project to meet the growing needs of the continued expansion of Minuteman border security operations.

Thousands of MCDC volunteers, augmented by the new national support team, will hold border watch patrols in northern and southern states along an estimated 800 miles of international borders during the month of April. The Minutemen will observe and report suspected illegal border crossings to the proper authorities. As always, they will maintain a “no contact” policy with the exception of providing emergency water to those illegal aliens found in distress in the wilderness.

Last year, MCDC revolutionized the national debate about border security and illegal immigration by focusing the nation’s attention on the dangers of America’s wide-open borders in a post 9/11 world. The Minutemen have demonstrated that the borders can be secured with sufficient political will and dedication.

Since the MCDC 23-mile border watch in April, 2005, interest in joining and supporting the Minutemen has exploded nationwide. MCDC chapters have been formed in southern and northern border states, as well as interior states. To date, 6,500 men and women have passed the required background check and interviews to qualify to become official Minuteman Border Project volunteers – with more waiting in the queue for approval. Over 120,000 people have become friends of the Minutemen through their support and volunteer work.

Given the success of the Minuteman Border Project efforts, and two successful month long 24/7 operations conducted in April and October of 2005, a new national volunteer operational structure has been launched to support the Minutemen. The new structure is necessary to respond to these thousands of volunteers and supporters asking what they can do to help.

MCDC has asked for and accepted the help of experienced border volunteers who have been on the front lines, some for as long as four years. With this expansion we will be ready for the thousands of volunteers who will participate in the “Secure Our Borders” operation in April 2006. This expansion further solidifies MCDC’s ability to continue the largest neighborhood watch effort in American history. The Minutemen will continue their civil defense operations assisting authorities in securing the U.S. borders with Mexico and Canada until properly relieved.

Contact MCDC at (520)829-3112 or info@minutemanhq.com

For more information about MCDC: www.minutemanhq.com
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Rum & Berry Danish Tart

Support full freedoms of 8,000.000 in Denmark.Buy Danish!
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"The Danes are famous for their pastry...
...And I'm the one to show you how to make it!" ;)...MB

Serves 8

~1 cup (plus)
~2 tablespoons Flour (sifted)
~4 tablespoons Sugar

~6 tablespoons sweet butter
~2 egg yolks
~a little water

Rum Pastry Cream
~2 eggs
~2 egg yolks
~2 tablespoons cornstarch

~1/2 cup warm milk
1/4 cup DanishCruzan Rum
~1- 1/2 cups heavy cream

Berry topping
~4 oz. blueberries (or) wild strawberries!
~4 oz. raspberries (or) pitted cherries
~4 pieces ginger: crystallized (or) preserved
(sliced or chopped)
~8 whole cherries, with stalks (optional)

How to:
~Mix the flour and sugar in a bowl. Then rub in the butter until it resembles bread crumbs. Fold in the egg yolks and just enough water to bind the mixture (about 1 to 2 teaspoons). Wrap the pastry in plastic...(Keep going!) ;)
Roll out the pastry on a floured surface and use to line eight 4-inch false-bottomed tart pans. Trim the edges, then chill for 30 min... Line the pastry with foil (or parchment paper and fill with ceramic baking beans. Cook in a pre-heated oven at 400 degrees F for 10 to 15 min. until lightly browned at the edges. Remove from the oven and remove the parchment paper and baking beans.
[Photo: Distillers-Dk-06]
Beat the eggs, egg yolks, and sugar in a bowl. In another bowl, beat the cornstarch, milk, and rum, until smooth, beat in the heavy cream, then beat into the egg mixture.
Bring gently to a boil on top of stove, and then turn down the heat and cook, stirring, until thickened. Let cool. Then spoon into the pastry cases. Top with the fruit and ginger, and serve...
Tip 1: Remove from oven, top: fruit & ginger; serve heated!
Tip 2: Beverage choices: Rum on ice; or hot ginger tea!
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Alec Boosts Comedy Pilot

[ap; Stars & Stripes]
"I am saddened by the way that some of our Americans actively seek publicity by slandering the great country, in which I feel privileged to live."

"These irresponsible statements, give great comfort to our enemy at war, as lessons of America's weak-points are delivered into camps of world's terror militant groups Sadly, offering them great support."
[AP-Libyans riot; bombing-17th]
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~View message Baldwin sends through media; Fri Feb 17, 2006
Via: Drudge: Alec Baldwin: 'Cheney Is A Terrorist'

Excerpt:

"Cheney is a terrorist. He terrorizes our enemies abroad and innocent citizens here at home indiscriminately. Who ever thought Harry Whittington would be the answer to America's prayers. Finally, someone who might get that lying, thieving Cheney into a courtroom to answer some direct questions." more.

"But at the same time that he trashes America ...

Baldwin Eyes Fey's NBC Pilot
~Via H.R.
~Reporter: Nellie Andreeva...(Click-pic) read article.

LOS ANGELES | Fri Feb 17, 2006 - Alec Baldwin is in final negotiations to star opposite Tina Fey in Fey's untitled comedy pilot for NBC.

The show is set behind the scenes at a "Saturday Night Live"-type show, familiar territory for Baldwin, who has become a fixture on "SNL," on which Fey stars and is a head writer.

He has hosted the late-night sketch comedy show a number of times, most recently in December, and also made an appearance this month.

If the pilot goes to series, it will be Baldwin's first major series gig since his 1984-85 stint on CBS' primetime soap "Knots Landing."
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"As our U.S. Administration stated yesterday...

"The battle for public opinion is at least as important as the battles on the ground in Iraq and Afghanistan." - Sec. of State D. Rumsfeld
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