Category Archives: Middle East

Obama Administration Continues Pursuit of Endgame for Libya

Posted on Sunday, April 17, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

In another sign that the Obama administration is moving toward an endgame in Libya, the United States is seeking a refuge for Qaddafi in the event of a settlement. The refuge will likely be in another African nation that has “not signed or … Continue reading →

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Not Paying Military in Shutdown Bad Idea

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

When the government shutdown in 1995, the United States was at peace. However, President Clinton rightly made sure that the government still paid its military. For some bizarre reason and at a time when the United States is actively involved in … Continue reading →

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Hope Isn’t Helping

Posted on Friday, April 8, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

Today, I provided some red meat for the folks at Big Peace on various economic, social, and political data comparing and contrasting the Bush and Obama administrations. Click here for the full article.

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A Responsible Endgame for Libya

Posted on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

It appears that the Obama administration appears interested in negotiating a cease-fire between the two Libyan camps after all. Of course, Qaddafi’s stepping down will likely be a precondition. Former United States Representative Curt Weldon, who has had diplomatic contact … Continue reading →

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Who Are the Libyan Rebels?

Posted on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

I came across this interesting article today on Foreign Policy‘s website. It concludes that the Libyan opposition has two faces: the politicians and the fighters. Furthermore, the fighters are divided into three major camps. The first camp includes “a ragtag bunch of … Continue reading →

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A Way Out of Libya: Let’s Hope President Obama Takes It

Posted on Monday, April 4, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

Yesterday, The Washington Post reported that the Qaddafi regime has recently launched a diplomatic offensive aimed at some of America’s NATO allies. Libyan Foreign Minister Abdulati al-Obeidi expressed his country’s desire to end the conflict on Friday saying: “We are trying to talk to the … Continue reading →

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Falling for the Lipstick and Missing the Pig: Obama’s Energy Policy

Posted on Thursday, March 31, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

Well, it turns out that I failed to read the fine print yesterday before I published an article praising Obama’s new energy policy. I read the President’s speech and agreed with many of the proposals he recommended, but I also … Continue reading →

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President Obama Does Something Right (Finally)

Posted on Wednesday, March 30, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

Today, President Obama introduced something that I believe is the beginning of a good bipartisan effort to reduce American dependence on foreign oil. While I have not yet had an opportunity to read through his entire plan, my remarks here are based on what … Continue reading →

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The GFI Fairy Waves Her Wand at President Obama (Again)

Posted on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

In the Army, every new commander had an irrestible compulsion to make his own, unique mark on the unit. The purpose of these new changes was to show he was in charge. However, sometimes the ideas new officers generated made … Continue reading →

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Obama’s Libya Speech: Another Appeal to Emotion, Not Logic

Posted on Monday, March 28, 2011 by Sean Patrick Hazlett

President Obama’s speech tonight regarding the rationale for American involvement in Libya was inspiring and emotionally engaging. It was also completely unconvincing from a logical standpoint. The rationale for the conflict still makes little sense. In fact, I have heard … Continue reading →

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