OPINIONS: Shhhh: Judeo-Christian Culture Is Actually…Superior, # Obama’s New Energy Policy: A Lesson in Stealth Socialism, # FOOL US TWICE?
Is a 2012 Clinton 45 Win Unthinkable?
Lee Cary
Hillary Clinton would make a formidable 2012 presidential opponent running against any of the current crop of likely GOP candidates. More
Obama Re-Election and the Cult of Personality
Steve McCann
Team Obama knows it will not be able to honestly campaign on the President’s record of accomplishments. There is little option but to replay the 2008 campaign. More
Will Ignorance Lead to a Second Obama Term?
Lauri B. Regan
There remain too many Americans who simply do not understand just how incompetent and ideologically driven The Obama administration is. More
No Exit
G. Murphy Donovan
The conflict between the West and Islam is a strategic zero-sum game. If we continue to delude ourselves about the nature of this struggle, we do so at our peril. More
Terry Jones, His Critics, and Islam
Jack Kerwick
Jones’ critics have drained out the gnat and swallowed the camel. More
Shhhh: Judeo-Christian Culture Is Actually…Superior
Stuart Schwartz
Perhaps it is time to insist that our media and universities tell the truth: America is a great and fundamentally humane nation. More
The Rising Challenge to Israel’s Legitimacy
Jerold S. Auerbach
Israel confronts a looming legitimacy crisis carefully promoted by its enemies. More
The Budget Battle Boils Over »
by Rich Trzupek
A Clinton vs. Gingrich showdown may be on the horizon. …
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The Nation Magazine’s Former Gaddafi Romance »
by Daniel Flynn
Despotism’s cheerleader was for the dictator before it was against him….
Senator Boxer: Dangerously Ignorant on CO2
by Art Horn
She rants on the House floor about the health effects of carbon in the air, absolutely ignorant that the amendment being discussed was about carbon dioxide. Yes, really. (With transcript and video.)
Paul Ryan’s Budget: The Path to Prosperity?
by His bill could be better, but it is a welcome sight: we have someone in Congress who is serious about getting our books in order.
Love Obama, Hate Bush? April 4 Was a Dark Day
by A terrible campaign announcement, no mention of MLK’s assassination anniversary, and the promised New York trial of Khalid Sheik Mohammed abandoned. Bad day, guys.
Remembering an Evening with Malcolm X, and Some Thoughts on His New Biography
by Ron Radosh
Manning Marable — who sadly passed last Friday — has given us a compelling new look at the contentious figure.
Goldstone’s Mea Culpa and Israel’s Wars
by Essential to restoring that upper hand to Israel is the recognition of the difference between a democratic country defending itself and terrorists using the most cynical means imaginable in fighting it.
Terry Jones and Preemptive Capitulation
by The spoiled child says, “If you don’t do what I want, I’ll hold my breath till I faint.” The overgrown spoiled children of Islam require the same sort of medicine, though age adjusted, that little Johnny does. And Graham and Reid and company are very much inclined to give it to them.
WHO Study Used to Justify ObamaCare a Scientific Fraud
by Rich Baehr
Findings were skewed to show better performance from countries with socialized health care systems.
Enough Already: Are Israeli Settlements Actually ‘Illegal’?
by Moshe Dann
The question brings us to an examination of the Fourth Geneva Convention and the Red Cross, and reveals an uphill battle against law and reason for those who want the settlements gone.
Tea in the Sahara
In 2010 the tea party had its hands full with various domestic issues. Those haven’t gone away, but I reckon we’ll be hearing a lot about our North African adventures in 2012.
The Roots of America’s Marxist Media
For them, truth doesn’t work like it does for you and me.
Smothering Medical Innovation
If we want to maintain our innovative mojo, the one thing we cannot do is continue down the road we are on of socializing the whole system.
Judge Richard Goldstone’s Stunning Re-evaluation of His Own Report
by Ron Radosh
A partial apologia, but one that comes at the right time!
UN Ignores Its Own Data to Promote Gun Ban
If the United Nations consulted their own research, they wouldn’t be promoting their global civilian disarmament agenda.
Do Challenges to Wisconsin Labor Bill Have Merit? No.
by Gary Wickert
A close look at Wisconsin law shows that Judge Sumi is wrong and the suits are simply buying time, hoping the state senate flips next election cycle.
From Ancient Appeasement to Modern Dhimmitude
A review of Bruce Thornton’s The Wages of Appeasement. A timely and necessary book, as we flounder in Libya.
Source Code: Strangeness on a Train
by John Boot
The new film rethinks Groundhog Day as a thriller, posing the question: what if, instead of covering a lame news story, Bill Murray had to stop a terrorist strike?
Reuters
Would Paul Ryan’s budget abolish Medicare?
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 9:03 am ET New York – The GOP’s House budget committee chairman proposes a thorough (and controversial) overhaul of government health programs Full Story »
Obama’s re-election: 5 reasons he’s ‘unbeatable’
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 7:44 am ET
Holder’s U-turn: Why isn’t a 9/11 mastermind facing civilian trial?
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 8:40 am ET
- Should Gen. David Petraeus run the CIA? The Week – Wed Apr 6, 5:45 am ET
- The Failed Couric Experiment Brent Bozell III – Wed Apr 6, 3:00 am ET
- Could the world’s biggest telescope help us find aliens? The Week – Wed Apr 6, 3:00 am ET
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What’s Wrong with President Obama?
Susan Estrich – Wed Apr 6, 3:00 am ET
Creators Syndicate – As he announces his bid for re-election, President Barack Obama is facing some tough poll numbers. Full Story »
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The Democrats’ Friends ‘n Fat Cats Protection Plan
Michelle Malkin – Wed Apr 6, 3:00 am ET
Creators Syndicate – As the budget stalemate in Washington continues, Democrats are ratcheting up their class-warfare caterwauling. Time to bring out your earplugs and hypocrisy meters: Full Story »
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FOOL US TWICE?
Ted Rall – Tue Apr 5, 8:02 pm ET
Can Obama Get Reelected? Full Story »
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WHY NOT BACHMANN?
Richard Reeves – Tue Apr 5, 8:02 pm ET
WASHINGTON — In early November of 1963, the Gallup Poll gave President John Kennedy a 55-to-39-point lead over his probable 1964 Republican candidate, Sen. Barry Goldwater of Arizona. Full Story »
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HOPE AMIDST TURMOIL IN MIDDLE EAST
Georgie Anne Geyer – Tue Apr 5, 6:13 pm ET
WASHINGTON — Think of the “good ol’ days” when kings or princes in France or England wanted to insult each other. More than likely, the deed ‘twould be done over ample samplings of beer and ale. It would take time for the insult to arrive at the other’s castle, but once arrived, the offended man would likely take months preparing his swords for war, and within more months, his serried ranks would march. Full Story »
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MILLIONS SPENT ABROAD; MILLIONS CUT AT HOME
Cynthia Tucker – Tue Apr 5, 6:13 pm ET
WASHINGTON — Each Tomahawk cruise missile fired at Libyan targets in the last several days costs $1.4 million. Given the barrage of missiles, it’s no surprise that the total cost for Tomahawks after the first week was nearly $269 million, according to the Pentagon. Full Story »
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Government shutdown isn’t our biggest worry. It’s the coming fiscal train wreck.
The Christian Science Monitor – Tue Apr 5, 2:05 pm ET
College Park, Md. – The economic consequences of a government shutdown can’t be calibrated on a spreadsheet with an economic model. It all depends on who wins public opinion – congressional Republicans or the president and Democrats. Full Story »
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In Arizona ruling, Justice Kennedy tips his hand on health-care mandate
The Christian Science Monitor – Tue Apr 5, 1:43 pm ET
Get ready, Congress. Anthony Kennedy, the pivotal justice in most of the split decisions by the Supreme Court, may have just tipped his hand on how he might rule in a likely case involving the one-year-old health-care law. Full Story »
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Why Koran burning deserves First Amendment protection
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 1:10 pm ET
New York – Sen. Lindsey Graham and others want to ban this legal form of protest. They’re wrong Full Story »
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Obama Begins Bid for Re-Election with Strong Advantages
ContributorNetwork – Tue Apr 5, 12:42 pm ET
COMMENTARY | In an email to supporters, President Obama announced Monday that he will run for reelection, causing a flood of speculation about his chances in 2012. Full Story »
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Paul Ryan’s budget: Will Americans buy it?
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 12:16 pm ET
New York – Washington is buzzing about the Wisconsin Republican’s drastic plan to save the economy. But how will voters react? Full Story »
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Google’s Larry Page returns as CEO: 5 predictions
The Week – Tue Apr 5, 11:50 am ET
New York – The search engine giant’s co-founder is back as the company’s chief executive. What will that mean for Google? Full Story »
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Remembering Martin Luther King
The Nation – Mon Apr 4, 8:26 am ET
The Nation — The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated forty-three years ago today. Full Story »
The Media Double Standard on Hispanic Political Loyalties
If Hispanics don’t vote for the GOP, it’s Republicans’ fault. But if they don’t vote for Democrats, they’re “fickle.”
What Should Asma al-Assad Wear to the Syrian Revolution?
The Syrian first lady’s haute couture fashion notwithstanding, given a choice between Imelda Marcos and Asma al-Assad, I’d take Imelda any day. Bad as it was, the Marcos dictatorship was a puny affair compared to the 40-year totalitarian depravities of Syria’s terror-sponsoring Assads.
Our Libyan War: What Position Should Skeptical Conservatives Take?
by Ron Radosh
As with the reasons given by the administration to go into Libya, the response from the right has been all over the board as well. Let’s try to separate the flak from the chaff.
Not a Superior Type of Judge
Should a lawyer who has participated in unprofessional conduct be awarded with a judgeship? Consider the nomination of Justice Department official Donna Murphy to be a superior court judge in the District of Columbia.
U.S. Libya Policy Ping-Pongs Over the Abyss
Gaddafi and the rebels trade territory while Americans wonder: Where is this all going?
Germany vs. the Jews — Again
The bottom line is that Israel can hardly count on Germany as a friend. It’s been behaving recently more like an enemy.
Libya: Wrong Men Armed
Now that Obama has proclaimed himself open to arming the rebels, the equation on the ground may change.
Don’t Let Syria Play Out Like 2009 Iran
by Ryan Mauro
The West has an opportunity to cause Assad enormous stress, or even to topple him. (Also see today’s Tatler coverage on Syria.)
Newsweek’s Deep Dish Chicago-Style Depression Lust
by Ed Driscoll
Chicago’s African-Americans face 21.4% unemployment. Newsweek notes that “the city has lost 200,000 inhabitants in the past decade.” So other than Rahm Emanuel and other Obama cronies now running the show, what is it about this failed city that the magazine considers “finally hip”?
We Must Support Gaddafi’s Enemies
The alternative is a more dangerous Gaddafi than ever.
R2PAQ (‘Responsibility to Protect Al-Qaeda’)
The supposed “responsibility to protect” has taken America into a war on the side of the ultimate killers of innocents: al-Qaeda. (See also “Rebel Libya: ‘Brothers who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan, now is the time to defend your land!” on the Tatler.)
The Coming, and Why the Left Doesn’t Understand Iran
The Iranian version of The Triumph of the Will, or in this case, the triumph of the Twelfth Imam, now playing at PJTV. (Click here to watch. Also, Reza Kahlili and Michael Ledeen will be giving a press conference on the video Tuesday at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies in DC.)
Remembering the Triangle Shirtwaist Company Fire of 1911
by Ron Radosh
2011 is far away from 1911, but that hasn’t stopped the MSM from attempting to triangulate the plight of pre-WWI factory workers toiling in Dickensian-conditions with 21st century government employees, who in comparison, live (and earn) like potentates.
Alan Dershowitz and Norwegian Anti-Semitism
by Bruce Bawer
Norwegian Israel-haters routinely insist that their hatred of the Jewish state is not an expression of anti-Semitism. But the record strongly suggests otherwise.
Obama’s New Energy Policy: A Lesson in Stealth Socialism
by His speech and policies utilize the bait-and-switch. (In a related post, Ed Driscoll asks, was the Senate “Bait and Switched into Time-Limited, Response-Limited Kinetic Military Police Action” in Libya?)
Nihad Awad, Co-founder of CAIR, Unplugged: Portrait of an Anti-Semite
Steve Emerson
In a speech given to two American Muslim associations, the head of CAIR revealed himself as a man wedded to conspiracy theories about the “Israel lobby,” a term applied normally to Jews.
Ann Barnhardt: Vox Populi? Let’s HopeHas America finally been subdued into dhimmitude? If you listen to Lindsey Graham, you could think so. Perhaps he should listen to Ann Barnhardt. Then he might grow a pair…. |
More Koran BurningBurning Korans is counterproductive, and insults and antagonizes decent Muslims who may be able to reform Islam’s violent elements. But ultimately, should free speech ever be rationed? |
KGB TV to Air Show Hosted by Anti-war Marine VetCliff Kincaid Moscow-based Russian propaganda network RT is preparing to air a show presented by a former marine who is now an anti-war campaigner who accuses America of “fascism.” |
Egypt’s Military Vows to Fight Rising Threat of Radical IslamistsTrevor Westra The military gave concessions to the Islamists of the Muslim Brotherhood when Mubarak resigned. However, the Islamists’ zeal is forcing the army to reconsider its position. |
The Democrats’ Friends ‘n Fat Cats Protection PlanWhile there is a stalemate over the budget with neither side giving ground, the rhetoric has reached fever pitch. The hypocrisy from those who attack fiscal conservatives is astounding…. |
Dog Lovers and Baby KillersCyril Boynes, Jr. If only the world cared as much about African children and families, as they do about dogs. |
America Badly Needs LeadersThe negotiations on next year’s budget are in deadlock. As usual, it will be likely that a resolution will only happen when the two sides split the difference. But is this best? |
Caption Contest: Top Entries – April 6, 2010And the winner is… |
Quote of the Day – April 6, 2011“Free speech is a great idea, but….” But what? |
Nihad Awad, Co-founder of CAIR, Unplugged:In a speech given to two American Muslim associations, the head of CAIR revealed himself as a man wedded to conspiracy theories about the “Israel lobby,” a term applied normally to Jews. |
The Dilemma of Qur’an Burning and Violence:A hyper-radical reaction or mere hypocrisy? Al Fadi Introducing a new column, “Q Dilemmas” where Qur’an dilemmas are discussed in depth by a former Wahhabi Muslim. |
The Twisted Mind: Inspire Magazine No. 5 and Its Reverse SuperegoNancy Kobrin, PhD, Joan Lachkar, PhD The latest issue of the al-Qaeda magazine inspire celebrates a twisted value system that can only appeal to a twisted mind. |
Ashes for Allah: New Calls for CensorshipWhen one copy of the Koran is burned, five days of rioting ensue in Afghanistan, and murders happen. The event is used by some to suggest throwing away the First Amendment. |
Road to Nuclear Zero a Dead EndOwen Graham, Michaela Bendikova In 2009, the President gave a speech at Prague, in which he presented a vision of a world with no nuclear weapons. The realities of the world make this an impossible dream.
Can Obama prevent a government shutdown?The president demands that lawmakers “act like grownups,” and says he’ll call meetings every day until a deal is reached. Can he really convince Republicans to budge? Best opinion:Daily Kos, Hugh Hewitt, Wash. Post Budget Battles
A budget that can’t budgeApril 6, 2011, at 10:58 AMThe Ryan Plan won’t become law. So what’s it for? Parenting Controversies
Palin: The hot new baby nameApril 6, 2011, at 10:24 AMThe number of parents naming girls after Sarah Palin jumped nearly seven-fold after the Mama Grizzly burst onto the national scene, says Sue Kidd at TODAY Moms Budget Battles
Can Obama prevent a government shutdown?April 6, 2011, at 10:03 AMThe president demands that lawmakers “act like grownups,” and says he’ll call meetings every day until a deal is reached. Can he really convince Republicans to budge? War on Terror
Should Gen. David Petraeus run the CIA?April 6, 2011, at 9:45 AMThe highly respected military leader could become the nation’s spy chief, reports NPR. Does the move make sense? Books
Is ‘The Pale King’ David Foster Wallace’s ‘finest work’?April 6, 2011, at 7:30 AMThe late great author’s final, unfinished book has some critics raving… and others ranting that it shouldn’t have been published Mysteries of Space
Could the world’s biggest telescope help us find aliens?April 6, 2011, at 7:00 AMThe $2.2 billion Square Kilometer Array project will be the most powerful telescope on Earth — and it might just help us discover extraterrestrial life Arab Revolts
Shoe-throwing as protest: A photo timelineApril 5, 2011, at 6:06 PMAcross the Arab world, protesters have been showing dictators their disdain — by lobbing shoes and flashing their soles Afghanistan War
Why Koran burning deserves First Amendment protectionApril 5, 2011, at 5:10 PMSen. Lindsey Graham and others want to ban this legal form of protest. They’re wrong Budget Battles
Paul Ryan’s budget: Will Americans buy it?April 5, 2011, at 4:16 PMWashington is buzzing about the Wisconsin Republican’s drastic plan to save the economy. But how will voters react? Google’s World
Google’s Larry Page returns as CEO: 5 predictionsApril 5, 2011, at 3:50 PMThe search engine giant’s co-founder is back as the company’s chief executive. What will that mean for Google? Health and Science
A breakthrough on Alzheimer’s disease?April 5, 2011, at 3:25 PMAfter uncovering five new genes that increase risk for the debilitating disease, scientists hope they can come closer to preventing Alzheimer’s Facebook
Teachers oversharing on Facebook: 6 cautionary talesApril 5, 2011, at 3:00 PMCalling your students “future criminals” on Facebook? How about mocking a 7-year-old’s hair? For some observers, these tell-all teachers crossed the line Marijuana in America
Marijuana without the high: A painkiller breakthroughApril 5, 2011, at 2:26 PMScientists believe they can isolate the pain-easing benefits of medical marijuana — so sufferers can consume it without becoming foggy and paranoid Film+TV
Katie Couric’s departure: Can anyone save the evening news?April 5, 2011, at 2:01 PMThe “CBS Evening News” anchor is reportedly leaving in June. If she couldn’t revive ratings, who can? |
The Divinity Dupes at YaleBridge-building exercises between faiths, such as one at Yale recently, expect non-Muslims to embrace and tolerate Islam. However, Islam is not expected to respect other faiths. |
Vin’s Notes on Islamism: Part SixDocumenting Islamist incursions around the globe. Koran burning and murder, calls to limit freedom of speech in favor of Muslims, and threats to bomb a Royal Wedding. |
Will Koran Burning Be Banned in The United States?When senior politicians discuss the suspension of the First Amendment in order not to offend Muslims, will freedom of speech remain protected in the United States? |
Free Speech in a Non Free WorldRachel Ehrenfeld received the 2011 Free Press Society’s annual SAPPHO award for her work to keep speech free from spurious litigation. Read her speech to the society. |
No More DhimmitudeWhen American politicians suggest throwing out First Amendment Rights to ensure Korans are not burned, instead of condemning Islamic brutality, something must change. |
Astroturf Pressure Behind Vermont’s Rush to Single Payer Healthcare?
Robert Maynard
Vermont’s leadership is pushing to make it the first state to introduce single-payer healthcare. Who is driving this campaign, and why?
Hollywood’s Red Dawn »
by Ben Shapiro
The movie industry’s reliance on Chinese cash may be a deal with the devil. …
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Meeting at WH Ends With No Deal – Michael Memoli, Los Angeles Times
Dems Playing Into Tea Partiers’ Agenda? – Michael Tomasky, The Guardian
Saving Medicare, Repeal of ObamaCare Good Politics – H. Olsen, American
People’s Budget or Roadmap to Ruin? – Reps. Ellison & Grijalva, Politico
No Safety Net When Nation Is Bankrupt – Sen. Tom Coburn, New York Post
Who’s Hurt by GOP’s Budget Proposal – Harold Meyerson, Washington Post
Economy Problematic for Obama Re-Election – Jay Cost, Weekly Standard
The 2012 Odds on Obama – Mark Penn, Huffington Post
An Appalling Decision on KSM Trial – Dahlia Lithwick, Slate
WH Arrogant & Clueless on Detainees – Michael Goodwin, New York Post
The Coming Postal Service Bailout – Louis Peck, The Fiscal Times
Too Big to Fail, a Housing Glut, Other Dilemmas – Bethany McLean, Slate
Al Qaeda Makes Afghan Comeback – Rosenberg & Barnes, Wall Street Journal
The Political Correctness with Muslims Has to Stop – Andy McCarthy, NRO
Double-Talk Is Troubling Latinos – Ruben Navarrette, Sacramento Bee
Martin Rees Snags the Templeton Prize – Jeremy Lott, RealClearReligion
Wisconsin Supreme Court: Kloppenburg 738,368, Prosser 738,228 (99%)
Editorials
Share the Wealth: Moral Implications of Budget Debate – New Republic
Carter-Obama Economic Model Just Does Not Work – Washington Times
Hope Amid the Obstacles in Haiti – Miami Herald
Lies About Israel Must Be Condemned – Chicago Sun-Times
South African Charge of Israeli Apartheid Rings Hollow »
by Alan M. Dershowitz
I’m proud of standing up against Bishop Tutu’s singular bigotry against the Jewish nations and the Jewish people. …
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Israel’s Blessing »
by Tait Trussell
An incredible resource has been discovered in the Jewish State. …
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Everything You Ever Didn’t Want to Know About Islam »
by Frontpagemag.com
Robert Spencer joins Jamie Glazov’s video series to discuss the disheartening truths the West can’t face about the Religion of Peace. …
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Losing Yemen »
by Stephen Brown
Another North Waziristan on the horizon. …
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Unaccountable America
Christopher Chantrill
There is Accountable America and then there is Unaccountable America. More
CBS, WaPo get early retiree cash from Obamacare
April 06, 2011
They sorta forgot to tell us about this when singing the praises of Obamacare. More
Frank Rich lets the cat out of the bag
April 06, 2011
Both astonishing and infuriating. More
WI Supreme Court race probably headed for a recount
April 06, 2011
Prosser hanging on to slim lead. More
Rand Paul tests the presidential waters
April 06, 2011
His positions on issues might make him a tea party favorite. More
Two top Obama officials denigrate Congress and us
April 06, 2011
Guess they never heard of the “will of the people.” More
Formed in the fire
April 06, 2011
Northern states of WI and MN producing conservatives with courage. More
Whining from NPR’s former CEO
April 06, 2011
Yes, it’s “terrifying.” More
Obama envoy: Islam is the Solution not the Problem
April 06, 2011
I can’t wait to see how Obama will pitch this. More
NATO planes nowhere to be found as rebels flee Brega
April 06, 2011
Who’s in charge? More
The IRS Does Its Business
April 06, 2011
This make you feel comfortable about the “goodness” of your government. More
Why we can’t tax ourselves out of the deficit problem
April 05, 2011
IRS data prove it. More
NY Times touts ‘new’ peace plan that Abbas previously rejected
April 05, 2011
Pressuring Israel while avoidiunbg the awful truth about the Palestinians More
