Cyberwar for Me but Not for Thee
In my last column, I wrote about how the U.S. has pivoted to Asia (the administration prefers the term “rebalanced”) because of the concern of a rising China. In addition to China’s growing military capabilities [.pdf] — such as modernizing its nuclear forces...
Despite Increase in Security, Violence Claims 14 Lives in Iraq
A day after a series of attacks left over 100 Iraqis killed, security was tightened around Shi’ite pilgrims and related targets. Still, at least 14 people were killed and 21 more were wounded, but none of the attacks was reported as being directed at the pilgrims.
read moreEndorsing Evil Is Politics as Usual
Last Wednesday, Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky endorsed Mitt Romney for president of the United States and followed up a day later by saying he would be “honored” to be Romney’s choice for vice president. Paul pledged his support after having a discussion with Romney in...
Squealing Versus Killing
If you are still listening to those in the political class who are falling over each other to condemn leaks from the government to the media, you'd think the leaks had revealed private information in which the public has no legitimate interest, or perhaps a planned...
Iraq Slaughter: 107 Killed, 384 Wounded
Across Iraq, a series of coordinated attacks shattered the relative peace seen in recent days. Conflicting figures are not unusual after so many significant bombings, but about 107 Iraqis were killed and 384 more were wounded
read moreThe Ultimate No-Fly List
Last week, touching down in India on his way to Afghanistan, Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta described reality as you seldom hear it in the confines of Washington and, while he was at it, put his stamp of approval on a new global doctrine for the United States....
Smoke and Mirrors in Energy Policy
Petroleum is always in the news, especially in an election year, when politicians fear that voters angered by high gas prices will do them in. In addition, much attention has focused on upcoming economic sanctions on imports of Iranian oil (which will soon be imposed...
Iraq: Shi’ite Pilgrims Among 13 Killed, 55 Wounded in Surge of Violence
A surge in violence occurred today, leaving at least 13 dead and 55 wounded. Once again Shi’ite pilgrims were targeted in Baghdad, but many attacks also occurred outside the capital. Many of those victims were security personnel.
read moreThe CIA and Polio in Pakistan
If this were 1951, American families would be bracing right now for another summer of the polio terror. Those younger than say, 55, may not be able to relate. The worst scare we’ve had these days is waiting ten hours in line for a shot for a swine flu plague that...
