First (and second) thoughts on the election of Trudeau II

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First of all, in case you've been distracted and so gotten sucked in by all of those articles wondering why "those" muslims are so irrational and upset about a lousy video, please read this analysis by Ray McGovern for a much-needed reality-check via Alternet.org.

And if you just need some prejudice reinforcement, cracked.com to the rescue!


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Lessons from Egypt

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One Professor, No BookSo, first of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself -- nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance. - Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Though I suspect the belief is rare among you, Gentle Readers, the idea that large ( Read more... )

I don't normally read the Globe and Mail's editorials for any reason but to keep an eye on what the enemy is thinking. Granted, I sometimes do agree with them, but until yesterday I don't think one of those editorials has ever changed my thinking about a major political issue.

Yesterday saw the unthinkable happen: the Globe convinced me I was %100 ( Read more... )

This story both delighted and irritated me ( Read more... )

Don't worry, folks, I'm not about to test your patience with another 3,000 worder.

As a mildly ironic counterpoint to the unexpected phone-call from Laura on Wednesday, I had a date scheduled for Thursday. A lunch date, but still ( Read more... )

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