Category Archives: Middle East

Obama signals era of permanent war

President Obama’s recent speech was supposed to be about winding down the Afghan war. But actually it was a signal that permanent war is now our status quo. Every other branch of government — including the ruling corporate branch – … Continue reading

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Mission Accomplished — Now come home

The killing of Osama Bin Laden is a defining moment in American life. In the coming days we will make a critical decision: Are we a nation at permanent war, or will our wars end when we achieve our goals. … Continue reading

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Egypt: Fruit of the Poisonous Olive Tree

Democracy is good for Egypt. It’s bad for America, but that’s our fault. Continue reading

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