This 4th, I’m thinking about “Operation Enduring Freedom” and wondering in particular when the real Independence Day will arrive for Iraq. Here are some trenchant thoughts on the subject by Kelly Dougherty, former Army National Guard Sergeant (and current Executive Director of Iraq Veterans Against the War):
Occupation and Independence cannot co-exist. Until our troops [...]
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Occupation and Independance Cannot Coexist
Posted in Independence Day, Iraq, Peace, Politics, War on July 4, 2008 | No Comments »
On Eagles Wings
Posted in Independence Day, Judaism, Politics, Religion/Politics, Torah Commentary on July 4, 2007 | No Comments »
I’m writing this post from the north woods of Wisconsin, where a few hours ago I was treated to the majestic sight of an eagle landing in a tall pine tree just yards away from where I was enjoying my morning coffee. (Not a bad way to begin Independence Day!) There’s something truly [...]
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