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In Libya, the Hits Just Keep on Coming

While I correctly predicted that a more democratic government in Muslim countries like Libya would result in increased Islamic radicalism, I could not have imagined it might spell the beginning of an Arab apartheid regime. Today, the New York Times reported … Continue reading

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The Wages of a Confused Foreign Policy

Since before the Obama Administration began its confused Libyan campaign, I argued against American involvement for several reasons. For instance, America has no vital interests in Libya and it imported very little of Libya’s oil. I also argued that America’s … Continue reading

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Obama Administration Continues Pursuit of Endgame for Libya

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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A Responsible Endgame for Libya

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

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

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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Iraq vs. Libya: Exposing the Left’s Hypocrisy

I am excited to announce that I am now a contributor on Breitbart’s Big Peace site. My first article is entitled, “Iraq vs. Libya: Exposing Left Wing Hypocrisy.” Here is an excerpt: “In the rush to act in Libya, some liberals have … Continue reading

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The Die Is Cast: United States Attacks Libya

Unlike the war in Iraq, there was no lengthy build up or debate. Qaddafi has defied one United Nations resolution, not sixteen as Saddam did prior to the American invasion of Iraq. Nor did he do anything to deliberately attack … Continue reading

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Thurston and Talbot Welcome Guest Collaborator Qaddafi

Thurston and Talbot scheme with everyone’s favorite Mad Dog of the Middle East.

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American Involvement in Libya Is a Bad Idea

Yesterday, the United Nations approved airstrikes on Qaddafi’s forces in Libya. The resolution apparently passed with ten votes, including the United States with abstentions from Russia, China, Germany, Brazil, and India. Now American forces may be fighting a third war … Continue reading

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