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NATO vs. Pakistan in World · Nov 26, 2011

Melissa Chavez6 said:

The USA backed the Afghans when the country was under Soviet occupation, but back then we weren't dealing with the Taliban—we were dealing with the Mujahideen, who paved the way for them. Looking back, it's clear we made a massive miscalculation. We should have let local tribal dynamics play out naturally. Instead, the financial aid sent to Pakistan turned into a geopolitical boomerang that hit us right where it hurts on 9/11, when Al Qaeda launched suicide attacks from Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan against the USA. Reagan's policy succeeded in breaking communism and the Soviet Union through a foreign policy built on "the enemy of my enemy is my friend," but it failed to account for the fact that those very same allies would eventually become our number one threat.
The USA backed the Afghans when the country was under Soviet occupation, but back then we weren't dealing with the Taliban—we were dealing with the Mujahideen, who paved the way for them. Looking back, it's clear we made a massive miscalculation. We should have let local tribal dynamics play out naturally. Instead, the financial aid sent to Pakistan turned into a geopolitical boomerang that hit us right where it hurts on 9/11, when Al Qaeda launched suicide attacks from Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan against the USA. Reagan's policy succeeded in breaking communism and the Soviet Union through a foreign policy built on "the enemy of my enemy is my friend," but it failed to account for the fact that those very same allies would eventually become our number one threat.
Exactly. 👍And if we are looking for the spark that ignites a massive new global conflict, it will almost certainly come from that region, rather than from China, North Korea, Iran, or Russia.

NATO vs. Pakistan in World · Nov 26, 2011

Melissa Chavez6 said:
Twenty-five soldiers were killed and seven others wounded on Saturday morning during a NATO helicopter strike on a military outpost near the Afghanistan border, according to officials from the Pakistani armed forces. In direct retaliation for the strike, Washington, D.C. has decided to block NATO supply lines running through their territory. "We have halted all NATO supplies per orders from the federal government," stated official Hussein.

This NATO strike against the Pakistani armed forces sets a dangerous precedent that could trigger a nuclear conflict. As a regional nuclear power, they aren't going to sit by while NATO provokes them in their own backyard. This kind of escalation might just push Washington, D.C. closer to Moscow and the BRICS bloc.

http://thefortress.pk/2011/08/30/pak...n-with-russia/

Regarding the Bin Laden operation, I’ve shared quite a bit about Pakistan's role in all of this, along with some links that highlight just how messy the relationship between the USA and Pakistan really is. To put it bluntly, the US essentially greenlit their nuclear program and provided extensive military support because they needed them as a buffer against the former USSR. The irony is that while we were providing that help, they were working behind our backs to effectively cultivate Al Qaeda. The root of the issue is that many in Pakistan hold deep-seated religious convictions and a desire for retribution against the West; they feel sidelined by Western powers after once having much greater influence over the entire Indian subcontinent. Even US officials admit that navigating the relationship with Pakistan is a total nightmare—one that we simply can't extricate ourselves from without significant consequences.

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 26, 2011

Jerry Robinson56 said:As much as their justifications move me to tears, your explanations move me to laughter.

Daa, and he’ll be singing those tunes in Canada, where he’s heading to fundraise during his concert tour.
A fitting strategy for a man of such questionable character.

Staying busy is often the best remedy for an ailment like that.🙂

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 26, 2011

Ryan Cooper5 said:Back when Kićo was serving in Congress, a colleague of mine organized a concert at Carnegie Hall. They paid all the performers via direct deposit. Kićo, though, insisted on being paid in cash. And that’s exactly how it went down. That tells you everything you need to know about his tax situation.

That doesn't necessarily mean Kićo didn't report it as income come tax season. Or do you happen to have another colleague who actually knows how the books were kept? 🤷

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

It’s all pretty obvious. Kico has plenty to sell off while still keeping enough for himself, and you aren't going to step up with any financial help anyway. To be perfectly honest, I won't be either. My point is simply this: there is no sense in mocking someone who is terminally ill, even if their constant complaining feels completely detached from reality. If I have to say it again, I will. 🙂

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

George Robinson43 said:Hold on just a second. This individual owns both a house and an apartment, yet he’s asking for medical handouts while making sure to broadcast it to the press?
It's quite curious... instead of considering selling his property, he's requesting loan moratoriums and direct financial aid. It's like asking for a free pass when you already have the assets to cover the costs.

I truly wish him a full recovery, but this level of complaining feels a bit excessive. He sits on multiple properties and still claims he's short on cash.😕

Look, you have plenty of elderly people living alone in massive condos in downtown Chicago or New York, who acquired their wealth through God knows what means, yet they still pull various forms of social assistance from the state or the city. There was even a major feature story about it in a national newspaper a year or two back. But none of that changes the fact that you shouldn't judge someone who is fighting a serious illness, even if their complaining seems unrealistic.

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Amanda Moore8 said:What really gets under my skin is him complaining about not having enough money for his medical bills. If he were just venting about being sick, I’d actually feel for him. But this? This makes me feel like we should all just open a Chase account and start a GoFundMe for him. I rest my case.

That could certainly be the case, but I’m looking at this from the perspective of a healthy person who should have enough common sense to realize you can't hold a sick man—especially one suffering that severely—to the same standard, even if his venting is unrealistic. In short, it comes down to basic decency.

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Amanda Moore8 said:My father was seriously ill for four years—really rough times—but we didn't spend our days complaining. We just bit the bullet, paid for every single medication out of our own pockets, and kept our struggles quiet, even from our closest friends and extended family.

Fair enough, though not all illnesses are created equal—just like people aren't. When someone is genuinely suffering, you can't fault them if they vent occasionally. This isn't some minor seasonal flu; we're talking about a stroke.

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Amanda Moore8 said:I don't think it has anything to do with patriotism or complaining for the sake of it. There are so many people his age out there facing real hardships—people freezing in the streets, digging through trash, or living on Social Security checks that don't even cover the basics—yet he's the one being told he doesn't have the right to vent.

The man is sick; he has every right to vent. Let's see how you handle things when your luck runs out—unless, of course, you plan on staying young forever. 😉

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

silverfox91 said:Even Madonna has to pay her taxes because apparently, she’s broke. It goes for everyone else, too. Meanwhile, this guy is sitting on a congressional pension of 15 $0.00 grand, yet people still feel the need to play the victim for him. How many blue-collar workers actually pull a salary like that? Get lost.

The tone in this thread feels less like debate and more like a coordinated attempt to mock someone who is genuinely ill. That strikes me as a bit twisted. It seems like he spent too much time singing patriotic anthems and not enough time actually complaining about the system.🤷

Obama blocking investigation, says Murdoch (News Corp) in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Walter Martinez63 said:Honestly, there was no such thing as a "black memo." That never happened.

What was actually happening was the preparation of a news segment for the evening broadcast, one that intended to feature documents that would implicate Pavel.
CBS is essentially a patchwork of people working for various political factions, and it seems pretty obvious that Joe Biden, through a contact in The White House, made a call to CBS to ensure that specific story never saw the light of day.
And that is exactly what occurred.
The thing is, it's quite difficult to keep a lid on something like that.

Eventually, someone from the Republican Party inner circle—someone the journalists actually trust—leaked the same info to HuffPost, claiming the details had been verified, which is how it ended up being published.

I should probably remind everyone that Joe Biden took his little protégé, Vrabeck, away from the struggling, bankrupt Radio 101 and brought him straight into The White House to serve as a "media advisor." As this case clearly demonstrates, Joe Biden certainly knows how to reward journalists who are willing to play nice in the Oval Office. We all know how much Vrabeck adores Joe Biden, so the promotion was a very direct way of saying thanks.

Personally, I am fairly confident that the information leaked by the Republican circles to Politico was the truth.

👍That’s exactly how things work; it looks just like our politicians, including this whole "new morality" movement.
😂 This claim about journalists sucking up to him in the Oval Office is total nonsense. 😂 😂

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

@ responsible moderator

Why is this thread being butchered by deleting nothing but my civil, on-topic posts?

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Betty Grant2 said:

Alright, fine. My bad. Goodnight.

Forgiven. I appreciate it. Wishing you a good night as well. 😬

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Betty Grant2 said:That’s exactly what keeps those Republicans in power—sheer persistence. ☕
You’re all cut from the same cloth... and not just in that regard...😍

If you're really that curious, yes, I intend to vote Republican because it's my democratic right, a choice I've made consistently since the early '90s. I was never even a party member. Now, tell me: how does any of that actually relate to the topic at hand or support your baseless claims?🤷

Obama blocking investigation, says Murdoch (News Corp) in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

mistytinker26 said:It doesn't matter; even if a memo like that came straight from The White House, nothing changes. He's the one running the show over there.

Well, glad we finally found some common ground. 👍

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Andrew Murphy5 said:You caught me—I don't. I might flip through a paper twice a month if it's just sitting there, just to see what kind of garbage they're serving up, but I'm not much of a TV person either. A movie or something decent? Sure. But the news and all that other nonsense🙂 if I happen to catch a glimpse, fine, but I’m certainly not waiting around to hear our "attentive" journalists tell us the truth about how things are actually going in this country... I don't need that in my life. I've got better things to do than watch TV pundits bicker.
I was strictly talking about some retiree or laborer being interviewed on TV—though every now and then they throw someone like that on just so they don't look totally corrupt, so they can't skip it entirely.☕

Then how can you claim the following so emphatically if you don't even read the papers? 😕

Andrew Murphy5 said:Look, if you're retired, working a 9-to-5, or just an average person without deep pockets or high-level connections, you aren't getting this kind of PR—so it’s hard to spot. But honestly, we don't even need "them" to show us how it works. We already know.

Obama blocking investigation, says Murdoch (News Corp) in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

mistytinker26 said:If he actually sent a formal complaint to CBS, then it’s an absolute scandal. I’m with you on that. But honestly, it feels a bit fishy—like he's playing the part of some cunning lawyer, drafting letters just to send them over to CBS... especially given the current timing. I have my doubts. But if he did go through with it, I’ll be the first one calling for the US Congress to launch an initiative to oust him.

Look, he isn't foolish enough to be drafting and signing those things himself, especially with an entire army of advisors, assistants, and White House officials at his disposal.☕

Obama blocking investigation, says Murdoch (News Corp) in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

mistytinker26 said:I’m not comparing them, not at all. I’m just putting what Slobodan Maddox said on the same level as what people are saying against Joe Biden. And no, I’m not defending Joe Biden—I couldn't care less about him—but linking Joe Biden to the kammensko scandal smells like a Republican Party tactic designed to tell the public who the real leader of the opposition is. Didn't the Prime Minister say something similar herself not too long ago...

If that memo wasn't sent to PBS, then someone is clearly cooking the books, but what if the memo actually exists? Does this fit into this concept of "new justice"—a term that, by its very definition, suggests it's something fundamentally different from standard, old-fashioned justice?🤷

Obama blocking investigation, says Murdoch (News Corp) in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

Look, let’s be reasonable. Proust used to run the flagship publication for the ruling party back in the day. Are we really going to question the integrity of a man with that kind of pedigree? 🙂

Does a hardworking, dedicated member of Congress really deserve this??? in Close to Politics · Nov 24, 2011

mistytinker26 said:Give it a rest, diogenes, just back off. How can you even attempt to compare the entire population of this pathetic, broken nation—which people like Johnny Cash have pushed to the brink through nothing more than the stupid and ultimately tasteless whining of one Johnny Cash? End of story.

I have no reason to back down. I simply have no patience for falsehoods and fabrications—like claiming Jack is complaining in the papers when nobody else is, or your assertion that Jack is some criminal tax evader. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion regarding Jack, his narrative, or his political career... but I won't tolerate lies, especially when they're being weaponized against a man who is ill.🙂