We don't like Russia sabotaging western democracies including our own, do we? We're disgusted that Vladimir Putin and Fancy Bear would have the gall to cyber-hack our election processes, steal our political party documents, and hoax the American people into voting for a candidate who is possibly one of his assets or agents. We denounce such underhanded … [Read more...]
Bolton Plans Sunni Crusade in Syria
Today, the Trump administration announced a brilliant, not-so-new plan to recruit a Sunni army to destroy ISIS in Syria (this is the original Wall Street Journal report). At least that's the theory. In practice, this army will likely ensure Syria is broken into territorial spheres of influence, a strategy known to be favored by Israel. There would be an … [Read more...]
Assad Forces Trump’s Hand With Chemical Attack
Before beginning this post, let's make clear that the recent chemical attack which killed over 40 Syrian civilians is only the precipitating event regarding what is the main purpose of this post. There may be some readers who feel the need to commence a debate about who did what to whom, etc. That is not the purpose of this post and please do not make it … [Read more...]
Saudi Crown Prince Abuses the Holocaust in Goldberg Interview
Jeffrey Goldberg published another one of his blockbuster interviews (he's interviewed Obama once or twice and I believe Netanyahu as well). This time his "get" was Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed ibn Salman, who is in the midst of an international charm offensive, touring the world to introduce his new "brand" on the international stage. He's flashing a very … [Read more...]