Violence Begets….
“If only enough of our countries' public will demand holding those war criminals accountable, and keep at it... then we will send the rest of the world a sincere message.”
Why Do Veterans Support Donald Trump?
Many military vets wrote in to say they absolutely do not support Trump, and are afraid that he would put our troops in more danger.
Je Suis Istanbul
We should not need to share a culture, skin color, religion, or system of government with another human being to mourn their loss.
Iraq War, Based on Lies, Rages On
While Iraqi corpses piled up in streets and morgues, Bush’s behavior was unfathomable. War is no joke.
Whose Century Is It?
Perhaps this is no longer really the American century at all, despite the continuing status of the U.S. as the planet’s sole superpower.
Leaker, Speaker, Soldier, Spy
The charmed life of David Petraeus...
Islamic State’s Attacks on Saudi Arabia Are Aimed at Undermining the Monarchy’s Legitimacy
Daesh is facing its final year as a state. As it goes down it is lashing out like a fatally wounded crocodile.
Lament for Humanity: A 50 Year Reflection
“I am not going to get another 50 years to try to create the world of peace, justice and sustainability for which many of us strive but I am going to use every single moment of the time I have left.”
White House Provides Suspiciously Low Total of Civilian Drone Strike Deaths
A newly released report puts the death toll at no more than 116 for civilians killed by drones. So why do watchdog groups estimate the real number as up to 1,000?
41 Killed After Istanbul Airport Bombing
This attack will mark the 8th major terrorist attack in Turkey in the last 12 months.