Apparently Hilary Clinton and the rest of the divine messengers from the Obama White House have a message for Pakistan: you are soft on terror! This is an amazing statement coming from the White House which is unwilling to heed General McChrystal's request for more troops in Afghanistan. The liberals and the Obama White House keep ranting and raving about the war being in Pakistan not Afghanistan, but this is a gross oversimplification. This seems to be to be more of the defeatist shell game they have been playing since the 2008 election when they claimed it wasn't Iraq we should focus on it was Afghanistan and now they claim it’s actually Pakistan. The actual situation is that the liberals hate war and they refuse to fight for freedom and so they continually create smoke and mirrors diversions to hide and obscure the facts on the ground. Here is a news flash for the Obama White House Afghanistan and Pakistan are not separate issues the presence of terrorists in both countries undermines the security of all Southeast Asia and by extension the United States. The Terrorists who attacked America on 9/11/01 were training in Afghanistan but these same terrorists use the porous border between Afghanistan and Pakistan to conduct their guerilla warfare and terrorist activity.
To make matters worse Secretary of State Clinton on her visit to Pakistan came out and accused Pakistan of not capturing Osama Bin Laden and not taking adequate steps to combat terror. This charge is both ludicrous and hypocritical what has the Obama White House done to fight terrorism other than launch some missiles from unmanned drones. The answer is very little and to win the war on terrorism you have to have boots on the ground rooting out terrorists and destroying their physical networks, safe havens and infrastructure. Drone fired missiles will harm the terrorists but they will not ultimately defeat the terrorists. Instead of criticizing other people from Pakistan to George W. Bush how about doing something Mrs. Clinton? America has also been pursuing Osama Bin Laden to no avail so stop shifting the blame in typical liberal fashion and actual do something productive.
Bottom line the Obama White House has no credibility criticizing other governments for failed foreign policy when they are single handily lowering America’s status worldwide. Instead of apologizing to the world and/or ripping our allies a new one how about aiding our allies in the global war on terror? Pakistan has a flawed and inconsistent track record in fighting against Islamic extremists, but we should give them the military aid and intelligence they need to win the war against the terrorists and not take cheap shots that help nothing. For a White House that promised hope and change all I see is a lot of hot air and self-righteous preening. Clinton accused Pakistan of not wanting to defeat Al-Qaeda sounds like Pakistan is taking a page out of the Obama playbook. If the White House is concerned about defeating Al-Qaeda why are they doing the following: (1) harassing CIA officials who protected America with potential prosecution (2) closing Guantánamo Bay and (3) criticizing the foreign policy of a former POTUS who had Al-Qaeda on their heels and the list goes on and on ...
Friday, October 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009
CAIR UPDATE: THEY JUST DON"T GET IT
Apparently there was some black power militant named Luqman Ameen Abdullah in Dearborn, Michigan parading around pretending to be an Islamic Imam. He converted to Islam in prison and believed that killing cops and fighting the government were all parts of his religious duty sounds more like an Ayers protégé than a follower of the Qu'ran. This radical black power "Imam" was engaged in a variety of nefarious criminal activity and was inciting violence against America and died recently in a shootout with FBI agents.
Now it would seem pretty straight forward that Luqman Ameen Abdullah was nothing more than a lunatic militant madman right? Not so according to Dawud Walid, executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations' (CAIR) Michigan chapter. According to Mr. Walid speaking as a representative of CAIR:
Now it would seem pretty straight forward that Luqman Ameen Abdullah was nothing more than a lunatic militant madman right? Not so according to Dawud Walid, executive director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations' (CAIR) Michigan chapter. According to Mr. Walid speaking as a representative of CAIR:
He would open up the mosque to homeless people. He used to run a soup kitchen and feed indigent people," Walid said. "I knew nothing of him that was related to any nefarious or criminal behavior."What is it with this organization and their inability or unwillingness to criticize these dangerous homicidal lunatics who masquerade as Muslims? The FBI was attempting to arrest Mr. Abdullah on a number of charges including conspiracy to sell stolen goods and the illegal possession and sale of firearms. Of course CAIR only remembers the soup kitchen saint who helped the homeless. Every time CAIR speaks they embarrass themselves and remove all doubt that they are hopelessly out of touch with reality or else actively refusing to condemn horrifying and illegal behavior by Muslims. This dead Imam preached that no revolution was possible without violence. He taught his followers that it was ok to murder police officers and incite violence. CAIR this was a no-brainer condemn the lunatic and you failed miserably. Please stop defending evil people in these situations you have two rational choices: (1) condemn the evil-doer or (2) refrain from comment.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Horrible Human Being
Chilling statements made by mass murderer Karadzic were played today by Prosecutors at his trial in the Hague. I condone all people who seek to murder innocents for no crime other than religion, color or creed. Apparently Karadzic is not present at his own hearing in the Hague because he is protesting the proceeding. Apparently he believes that murdering 7,000 innocent Muslims including children is not a crime. Or is it that this monster realizes he will be shown no mercy just as he showed no mercy to the innocents he slaughtered. Mr. Karadzic you have been shown mercy you have been given an opportunity to defend yourself this is more than you offered the people your followers murdered. Karadzic's comments are particularly chilling:
"They have to know that there are 20,000 armed Serbs around Sarajevo.... it will be a black cauldron where 300,000 Muslims will die. They will disappear. That people will disappear from the face of the earth."His words speak as loud as his wicked actions and he deserves to be put to death. Mr. Karadzic no one has the right to exterminate people for their religious beliefs not Hitler not you not anyone. God have mercy on the soul of this evil twisted man.
NHL POWER RANKINGS
Buffalo has been dismissed as a non-playoff team by hockey experts. In response to the doubters Buffalo responded by winning 6 of their first 8 games and moving into first place in their division. I do not know where the road will take my Sabres this season but so far so good! GO SABRES! Furthermore, Buffalo has climbed 8 spots in the ESPN NHL power rankings from 11 to number 3.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
BILLS WIN 2 in a ROW
Something is weird these days the Bills have won two straight games to improve to 3-4 on the season. Posting back to back road wins for the first time since 2004 the Bills dropped the Panthers today 20-9. The pathetic thing about this game is all the Carolina fans crying about the loss and dissing the Bills because they were outplayed allegedly by the Panthers. Bills defense gave up over 400 yards of offense but they came up with three interceptions and stopped the Panthers when the game was on the line. Well Carolina only one stat matters and that is the final score. I know all too well about losing games that we should win, but please avoid being sore losers. Also the Bill are no longer in last place in the tough AFC East. Next week the Bills will be annihilated by Houston so this is my week to feel good.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Pakistan making progress against Taliban . . . WILL OBAMA SEND TROOPS TO REGION
The Pakistani army has made major progress against the Pakistani Taliban in their ongoing campaign against the terrorists in South Waziristan. Today the Pakistani army has claimed to have captured the hometown of the country's Taliban chief. The capture of this town is a major blow to the Taliban forces based in the tribal regions of South Waziristan and reports are leaking out that the Taliban fighters are scattered and are abandoning their arms and deserting.
It is clear that Pakistan is taking the threat of Islamic extremism seriously now the question is will President Obama do what is necessary to crush the threat of Islamic extremism in Afghanistan following the lead of Pakistan? Our President needs to follow the recommendations of the military commander on the ground in Afghanistan and send more U.S. troops to help aid in the salvation of Afghanistan from Islamic extremism. In alarming development there has been evidence coming out that suggests that Al-Qaeda is being increasingly linked with the Taliban. This is not suprising considering that the Taliban allowed Al-Qaeda terrorists to train in regions of Afghanistan under the control of the Taliban prior to the 9/11 attacks.
It is clear that Pakistan is taking the threat of Islamic extremism seriously now the question is will President Obama do what is necessary to crush the threat of Islamic extremism in Afghanistan following the lead of Pakistan? Our President needs to follow the recommendations of the military commander on the ground in Afghanistan and send more U.S. troops to help aid in the salvation of Afghanistan from Islamic extremism. In alarming development there has been evidence coming out that suggests that Al-Qaeda is being increasingly linked with the Taliban. This is not suprising considering that the Taliban allowed Al-Qaeda terrorists to train in regions of Afghanistan under the control of the Taliban prior to the 9/11 attacks.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Its embarassing to be a Muslim when . . .
Organizations like CAIR exist and the Reverend Jesse Jackson speaks at allegedly Islamic events which are little more than thinly veiled black power rants citing Islamic terminology. CAIR is about as Islamic as Louis Farrakhan who is NOT A MUSLIM. I am embarrassed by CAIR no wait I am not embarrassed because I refuse to give those idiots one dime or listen to their propaganda. I am a conservative Muslim I am an American and I support our troops! To top off this whole spectacle CAIR is having a motivational speaker/terror suspect speak how absolutely uplifting! Of course CAIR and ISNA will state that he is a religious man and was wrongfully accused whether or not he was his hate filled speeches leave little doubt that he hates freedom and America. A person who gives racist hate filled speeches does not deserve recognition or praise. The fact that he was listed as a potential conspirator in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing is alarming to me. Also the very fact that he is a former member of the Nation of Islam is enough to discredit him in my eyes as nothing more than a racist fool. The bottom line if CAIR wants to claim that they have no extremist views then why are they continuing to have controversial and alarming keynote speakers. Certainly if they tried they could have speakers who believe in the messages of peace and love and don't fantasize about worldwide caliphates.
Part 2
In response to some of the comments and criticism I have received regarding this post let me respond. I understand that ISNA has done a lot of positive things for Muslim-Americans in America. My criticism of ISNA was a criticism of the Islamic world in general and that is a tendency to refuse to take public stances against radical or extremist viewpoints and people. ISNA basically stated that nothing was wrong with this radical Imam and that people really liked hearing him speak. They failed to address his more extreme views and his questionable past escapades. Many Muslims in America tend to either bury their head in the sand when idiots speak for our religion or softly chastise them. I say enough is enough! I will speak out and stand up I will defend American and everything it stands for and still be a proud MUSLIM.
Part 2
In response to some of the comments and criticism I have received regarding this post let me respond. I understand that ISNA has done a lot of positive things for Muslim-Americans in America. My criticism of ISNA was a criticism of the Islamic world in general and that is a tendency to refuse to take public stances against radical or extremist viewpoints and people. ISNA basically stated that nothing was wrong with this radical Imam and that people really liked hearing him speak. They failed to address his more extreme views and his questionable past escapades. Many Muslims in America tend to either bury their head in the sand when idiots speak for our religion or softly chastise them. I say enough is enough! I will speak out and stand up I will defend American and everything it stands for and still be a proud MUSLIM.
Monday, October 19, 2009
OBAMA WHITE HOUSE TRIES TO KILL FREE SPEECH
Leave free speech alone President Obama! Fox News is to conservatives what MSNBC and CNN is to liberals with one important exception. CNN and MSNBC never dare to criticize or stand against the Democrats and certainly never criticize President Obama. Fox News has a conservative bent but Fox News is willing to report negatively on both political parties in America and all Presidents past and present. I do not always agree with Fox News, but I can say that they are the best news organization out there in an imperfect profession.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
I BILLieve in Ryan Fitzpatrick
BILLS PULL OFF THE UPSET! Starting quarterback Trent Edwards went out of the game today for Buffalo with an injury early in the game. The Bills were down 13-3 but held strong today and ended up beating the Jets in overtime 16-13 for a much needed divisional win today on the road. The Bills battered secondary preyed on Rookie sensation Mark Sanchez picking him off 4 times! The best part was I actually got to watch this game because the Patriots were so savagely beating down the the Titans that they actually pulled the game feed from Foxboro and showed the Bills game. This is the first time in over 9 years that I have watched the Buffalo Bills win on television in Columbus. GO BILLS!
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Pray for Pakistan Pray for the World
Pakistan has begun one of their largest military operations to date against the terrorist strongholds located on the Pakistani-Afghani Border. This is a crucial battle that will have far reaching repercussions. If these terrorists are not engaged and defeated in Pakistan they will continue to spread and terrorize the rest of Pakistan, Southwest Asia and eventually the entire world. I applaud Pakistan for not allow the Talibanization of their Republic. These terrorists have no regard for human life and they need to be annihilated.
Friday, October 16, 2009
BEAUTY PAGENT CAMEL KILLED BY BIG OIL
In addition to funding international terrorism apparently Saudi Oil companies also kill innocent animals. According to one seriously distraught Bedouin a large Saudi Oil firm is responsible for killing his beautiful camel! Oh the humanity! Apparently this beautiful camel was quite a looker because the man is requesting a quarter million dollars in compensation. The owner was quoted in the Saudi Gazette as saying:
"She was part of the Camel Beauty Contest[.]"Only in Saudi Arabia land of unearned wealth would they have such extraordinary contests like a camel beauty contest. Apparently this years contest will be missing one of its leading ladies.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
WHOA HE MUST NOT KNOW OBAMA
Apparently the Taliban does not know our President because they accused him of being a murderer and not deserving of a Nobel Peace prize. Isn't this the same organization that Obama is in favor of working with in Afghanistan! Oops! I guess once again Obama is unaware that one of his potential bedfellows is a poisonous rat this is really becoming an alarming pattern for the POTUS.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Religious Runaway to Return Home
The Muslim girl who converted to Christianity has been ordered to return to Franklin County by the Florida Court. This case to me has never been about religion other than the fact that certain people on both sides tried to manipulate religious differences to create drama. I only pray that the girl and her family can find some peace and re-establish a relationship. You only have one family and to lose that connection would be heart-breaking. Regardless, of your religious denomination family is family.
I come from a family of Roman Catholics and my decision to embrace Islam was not universally popular within my family at the time I made the decision. My wife is also Muslim and now I have a blended Christian-Muslim family. I have never had anything but respect for Christians and Jewish people.
I come from a family of Roman Catholics and my decision to embrace Islam was not universally popular within my family at the time I made the decision. My wife is also Muslim and now I have a blended Christian-Muslim family. I have never had anything but respect for Christians and Jewish people.
MICHIGAN MADNESS
So apparently there is one thing worse than being a Buffalo Bills fan! Hey Dick Jauron how about signing these Canton (Michigan) Plymouth High players to the starting squad! No, seriously I should not mock the misery of others it is sad living outside the warmth of sports glory.
sick with the flu
I have not been able to move or breath without pain since late Saturday night for this reason I have not been blogging much or running. I have not run in 3 days and when I tried to running today I had a sharp ripping pain in my chest and lungs and decided to call it a day. I was informed today that one my indigent clients has been hospitalized with H1N1 and I fear I may have fallen prey to the dreaded swine flu.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
WORST GAME EVER
I HATE THE BUFFALO BILLS! Once again the Bills coaching staff made cringe inducing decisions and the special teams just threw the whole game away. The Bills muffed a punt return and surrended the ball on their own 18 yard line late in the game to end up losing a painful to watch game 6-3 to the Cleveland Clowns. I am on the verge of terminating my support for the Buffalo Bills. Fire Dick Jauron! Ralph Wilson thank you for founding the Bills now sell them you are counterproductive. It has been ten years since we had a winning season stop feeding us lies about rebuilding and blow this team up! It cannot get worse than this and if it does we won't notice because we have given hope on this team a long time ago. Dear Buffalo Sabres please deliver a great season to deliver us from the pain of watching the Bills.
THE ONLY GOOD NEWS FROM TODAY THE RED SOX WERE ELIMINATED FROM PLAYOFF CONTENTION.
THE ONLY GOOD NEWS FROM TODAY THE RED SOX WERE ELIMINATED FROM PLAYOFF CONTENTION.
Saturday, October 10, 2009
USA QUALIFIES FOR 2010 WORLD CUP
I watched the game on a bootleg arabic channel with terrible resolution and a worse announcer. America beat Honduras 3-2 in Honduras to come from behind after trailing 1-0 and seal their berth in 2010 World Cup in South Africa. The announcer was hostile the referee was making some terrible calls against the U.S.A. and for that he probably deserved a Nobel Peace Prize. Honduras choked big time and failed to convert on a PK with less than two minutes left in the game. Honestly, Honduras should have never been awarded the PK in the first place so justice was served. America will finish World Cup qualifiying next week with a final match against Costa Rica. The U.S. defense looked awful tonight but a win is a win!
Signs of the End
You stole my cigarette I killed your rat. I'd say that makes us even right? Apparently a man killed his wife's pet rat after a fight over a cigarette. The man accused his wife of smoking his final cigarette then attempted to assault his wife and when she fled he brutally killed her pet rat. All I can say is that poor little rat snuffed out over a cancer stick.
Friday, October 9, 2009
OBAMA WINS 1st NOBEL PRIZE FOR IDIOCY (TIED WITH CARTER)
Apparently we can rest assured that no troop increase is necessary in the Afghan war. We know this because President Obama has stated that America is fighting Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and not the TALIBAN. Here are my very simple questions to the President after all he must have the answers he has won a Nobel Peace Prize right? Question #1: Mr. Obama are you aware that the Taliban espouses a similiar ideology to one held by the terrorist organization Al-Qaeda? After all what is Al-Qaeda really other than a network of Islamic militant terrorists right? The Taliban is also militant hardline islamic and terrrorizes and murders opponents. (see non-muslims and moderate muslims) Question #2 Your Excellency Mr. Obama who committed this henious act of murder and mayhem this Friday October 9, 2009 was it the Taliban or Al-Qaeda? Is there really any difference between the two groups? Would you stop polishing your Nobel Peace Prize and give a meaningful speech to the Muslim world explaining why you are abandoning the families of those 49 people murdered today (including 7 children) by the Pakistani Taliban or one of their brother groups?
I would like to comment on Mr. Obama winning the Nobel Prize for Peace today and say that if was a result of his speech to the Muslim world I am appalled. President Obama has done nothing for Muslims and Muslims require nothing of BARACK OBAMA. He told the American public during the election he was never a Muslim and distanced himself from Islam. Going so far at one point as to have women in hijab removed from seats directly behind at a speaking engagement to avoid any involvement or association with Islam. Honestly, as a Muslim I do not want or need anything from Obama and I am glad he is not a Muslim. I would hate for the first Muslim President to also be the worst President in the history of the United States of America. The President's religion is irrelevant to me as long as he/she leads this country in the right direction.
What is really sad is even the liberal mainstream media are calling Obama's Nobel Prize a failure with no upside or benefit to Obama. Generally, when awards are handed out like candy to children with no actual requirement of merit or effort they are treated as being absurd and pathetic that is exactly the case with Obama's Nobel Peace Prize.
I would like to comment on Mr. Obama winning the Nobel Prize for Peace today and say that if was a result of his speech to the Muslim world I am appalled. President Obama has done nothing for Muslims and Muslims require nothing of BARACK OBAMA. He told the American public during the election he was never a Muslim and distanced himself from Islam. Going so far at one point as to have women in hijab removed from seats directly behind at a speaking engagement to avoid any involvement or association with Islam. Honestly, as a Muslim I do not want or need anything from Obama and I am glad he is not a Muslim. I would hate for the first Muslim President to also be the worst President in the history of the United States of America. The President's religion is irrelevant to me as long as he/she leads this country in the right direction.
What is really sad is even the liberal mainstream media are calling Obama's Nobel Prize a failure with no upside or benefit to Obama. Generally, when awards are handed out like candy to children with no actual requirement of merit or effort they are treated as being absurd and pathetic that is exactly the case with Obama's Nobel Peace Prize.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
A sense of relief
Everyone can stop worrying about the Afghanistan war and whether or not we need more troops. The Taliban has come out and stated on their website that pose no threat to anyone and are merely fighting back against the mean old nasty foreigners trying to invade Afghanistan. On their website they are quoted as saying:
First of all, I am frankly surprised that the Taliban with their extremely strict and warped vision of Sharia has a website. There has to be something in their belief system about the internet being haram unless you use it to spread hate and propaganda. They had no plans of harming the countries of the world really! Please explain that to the innocent Americans who were murdered on 9/11/01 by terrorists who were training in Afghanistan with the blessing of these animals. The Taliban represents a threat to the world for a host of reasons including the fact that they are an abomination and embarrassment to peaceful and moderate Muslims worldwide they brutalize their own people and return women to the stone age they support terrorism they sell drugs which flood the streets and veins of America's population and undermine our societal structure. The Taliban are vermin who should be rooted out and exterminated with prejudice.
Also of importance is the threat that the Taliban poses for Pakistan. Pakistan will surely fall if the Taliban gains power in Afghanistan and spreads their radical message of hate disguised as Islam. Pakistan falling will mean nuclear weapons in the hands of the terrorists and the oppression of hundreds of millions of more innocent Muslims under the false religion of the Taliban.
"We had and have no plan of harming countries of the world, including those in Europe ... our goal is the independence of the country and the building of an Islamic state." "Still, if you (NATO and U.S. troops) want to colonize the country of proud and pious Afghans under the baseless pretext of a war on terror, then you should know that our patience will only increase and that we are ready for a long war."
First of all, I am frankly surprised that the Taliban with their extremely strict and warped vision of Sharia has a website. There has to be something in their belief system about the internet being haram unless you use it to spread hate and propaganda. They had no plans of harming the countries of the world really! Please explain that to the innocent Americans who were murdered on 9/11/01 by terrorists who were training in Afghanistan with the blessing of these animals. The Taliban represents a threat to the world for a host of reasons including the fact that they are an abomination and embarrassment to peaceful and moderate Muslims worldwide they brutalize their own people and return women to the stone age they support terrorism they sell drugs which flood the streets and veins of America's population and undermine our societal structure. The Taliban are vermin who should be rooted out and exterminated with prejudice.
Also of importance is the threat that the Taliban poses for Pakistan. Pakistan will surely fall if the Taliban gains power in Afghanistan and spreads their radical message of hate disguised as Islam. Pakistan falling will mean nuclear weapons in the hands of the terrorists and the oppression of hundreds of millions of more innocent Muslims under the false religion of the Taliban.
SAN FRANCISCO SUFFERING FROM A NEW MENANCE
Before you jump to any conclusion it isn't Nancy Pelosi and her latest tirade or rant about nothing. It is something much more sinister I fear! SEA LIONS GONE WILD apparently sea lions have gone insane and are attacking people! People are unable to deal with this menance because sea lions are protected under federal law and besides that many people like Pelosi find them cute and cuddly. Not so say others who have been attacked by the overweight carnivores.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
THE GREAT PUMPKIN
I have decided to take a break from the political and depressing news involving the world and focus on something closer to home. Apparently my home state of Ohio is home to the world's biggest pumpkin. Apparently Christy Harp of Northeast Ohio won first place at the Ohio Valley Giant Pumpkin Growers annual weigh-off with a pumpkin that weighed over 1,700 lbs!!!
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Obama not concerned about Afghanistan
Apparently the Obama white house is not seriously concerned about the declining fortunes of American in the war against the Taliban in Afghanistan. According to a fox news article:
Afghanistan is not in imminent danger of falling to the Taliban, President Obama's national security adviser said Sunday.Nothing to worry about in this situation right? The White House's view is in stark contrast to the assessment of the situation stated by the top U.S. military officer present in Afghanistan. Gen. Stanley McChrystal has called for a troop surge. According to McChrystal the Taliban is gaining ground and absent some change in policy by the U.S. McChrystal fears the war in Afghanistan will be lost. So which General should we believe the arm chair general or the one on the ground fighting the war?
"I don't foresee the return of the Taliban. Afghanistan is not in imminent danger of falling," Jones said on CNN's "State of the Union."
"The Al Qaeda presence is very diminished," he said. "The maximum estimate is less than 100 operating in the country, no bases, no ability to launch attacks on either us or our allies."
BUMBLING BUFFALO BILLS
Miami 38
Buffalo 10
I am at a loss for words Buffalo blew it today against a terrible 0-3 Miami Dolphins team to fall to 1-3 on the season. Next week Buffalo is playing the Cleveland Browns 0-4 at home and this game may determine who is truly the worst team in the AFC. Next weeks blog Jacob in Buffalo?
Buffalo 10
I am at a loss for words Buffalo blew it today against a terrible 0-3 Miami Dolphins team to fall to 1-3 on the season. Next week Buffalo is playing the Cleveland Browns 0-4 at home and this game may determine who is truly the worst team in the AFC. Next weeks blog Jacob in Buffalo?
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Toledo Tops Ball State - ESPN VIDEO
Toledo 37
Ball State 30
Rare mistake by Quarterback Aaron Opelt forced the Rockets to come from behind and shoot down the winless Ball State Cardinals in Muncie, Indiana. Go Rockets 3-2!!
Ball State 30
Rare mistake by Quarterback Aaron Opelt forced the Rockets to come from behind and shoot down the winless Ball State Cardinals in Muncie, Indiana. Go Rockets 3-2!!
Friday, October 2, 2009
Space Cadet Biden
Maybe Obama should spend time at home educating VP Biden about facts and reality instead of making failed bids to garner the Olympics. Apparently, the VP believes that we have gained jobs and that we are recovering thanks to the stimulus spending. The Burea of Labor and Statistics does not agree with the VP according to the BLS
Then why is VP Biden giving press conferences about recovery and job gains wake up BIDEN! In fact the VP states that we have gained 263,000 jobs now that is some seriously fuzzy math.
Nonfarm payroll employment continued to decline in September (-263,000), and the unemployment rate (9.8 percent) continued to trend up. The largest job losses were in construction, manufacturing, retail trade, and government.
Then why is VP Biden giving press conferences about recovery and job gains wake up BIDEN! In fact the VP states that we have gained 263,000 jobs now that is some seriously fuzzy math.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Progress in Pakistan
Pakistan is the seventh (7th) largest county in the world with a population of approximately 176,242,949 people according to the CIA world factbook. Ninety-Five (95) percent of Pakistanis are Muslim and approximately five (5) percent are Hindu, Christian or Shik. The vast majority of Pakistanis are Shia muslim which is not surprising given its close proximity to heart of Shi'ism in Iran. The reason why Pakistan is important in addition to its vast population and proximity to Afghanistan is the fact that Pakistan possesses nuclear weapons and lots of religious lunatics. During the Bush administration Pakistan was a valuable ally in the war on terror. Pakistan at one time recognized the legitimacy of the Taliban government in Afghanistan and this has been just one of the poor decisions and strange history of support for hardline Muslim fanatics that has characterized Pakistan's past. However, signs of real progress have appeared as a majority of Pakistanis now favor the military intervention against religious extremists in the NWFP and tribal regions, a traditional strong hold of Islamic militants. Furthermore, a majority of Pakistanis oppose making peace deals and truces with Islamic militants because the Pakistani public now see such agreements as being non-productive and harmful to the overall peace of Pakistan.
A large majority of Pakistanis remain opposed to American military intervention in Pakistan and the use of unmanned drones in the tribal regions. According to an article on the blog Hot Air by Ed Morrissey:
Still, 90% see religious extremism as a “serious problem,” up from 74% in March, the previous high. Having the Taliban and al-Qaeda operating in the country is seen a serious problem by 86%, up from 69% in March and just 45% in June 2008. Pakistanis support their own military operating in tribal areas by a 69%-28% split, but support for American efforts in these regions — always anemic — has decreased from 24% in March to 20% now.
The trend is Pakistan seems to be toward moderation and peace. The fact that the Pakistani people are actively opposing the warped vision of Islam presented by Al-Qaeda and the Taliban is real cause for celebration. As for the decrease in support for American operations in Pakistan this is understandable as no country wants to feel dependent on another country for freedom and protection. America should continue to aid Pakistan in their fight against Muslim extremists despite this lack of moral support from the people of Pakistan. We need to sensitive to the fact that although Pakistanis oppose terror they want to be masters of their own future and destiny.
A large majority of Pakistanis remain opposed to American military intervention in Pakistan and the use of unmanned drones in the tribal regions. According to an article on the blog Hot Air by Ed Morrissey:
Still, 90% see religious extremism as a “serious problem,” up from 74% in March, the previous high. Having the Taliban and al-Qaeda operating in the country is seen a serious problem by 86%, up from 69% in March and just 45% in June 2008. Pakistanis support their own military operating in tribal areas by a 69%-28% split, but support for American efforts in these regions — always anemic — has decreased from 24% in March to 20% now.
The trend is Pakistan seems to be toward moderation and peace. The fact that the Pakistani people are actively opposing the warped vision of Islam presented by Al-Qaeda and the Taliban is real cause for celebration. As for the decrease in support for American operations in Pakistan this is understandable as no country wants to feel dependent on another country for freedom and protection. America should continue to aid Pakistan in their fight against Muslim extremists despite this lack of moral support from the people of Pakistan. We need to sensitive to the fact that although Pakistanis oppose terror they want to be masters of their own future and destiny.
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