Slip-Sliding to War with Iran

With the typical backdrop of alarmist propaganda in place, the stage is now set for a new war, this time with Iran. The slightest miscalculation (or provocation) by the United States, Israel or Iran could touch off a violent scenario that will have devastating consequences. Full Story »

Posted by Dwight Rousu
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Posted by: Posted by Dwight Rousu - Dec 30, 2011 - 12:04 AM PST
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Edited by: Dwight Rousu - Dec 30, 2011 - 12:06 AM PST
Patrick McGuire
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by Patrick McGuire - Jan. 1, 2012

I would be interested to know if the author tried to get an interview with Yakiya Amano. It would be interested to know what his take is on the charges. As a contrast it should be pointed out the US has a long history of being bellicose and the media and people are always willing to think war will solve the problems. The US never wants to appear weak.

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by Bob Herrschaft - Dec. 31, 2011

Here we have a clear portrayal of how irresponsible the mainstream press has been as the majority of Republican candidates wrap themselves in the Israeli flag in an unseemly effort to vie for votes at the expense of the best interests of both the U.S. and the people of Israel.

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