France is not alone in wishing that its Muslims were invisible. As anyone who has visited Western Europe in the past few years will tell you, the “Muslim question” is a matter of grave concern. Full article.

The Reaper “makes it a lot easier to kill,” said Chris Hedges, a former war correspondent who grew up in Syracuse and who wrote “War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning.” “The more distant you are, the easier it … Continue reading →

Torture is one of the most universal taboos in the civilized world. The treaty championed by Ronald Reagan declares that “no exceptional circumstances” can justify it, and requires that every state criminalize it and prosecute those who authorize or engage … Continue reading →

Protesters oppose Obama military decision By Gary McLendon Democrat and Chronicle, December 5, 2009 Hundreds of people, expressing disillusionment with President Barack Obama’s decision this week to send 30,000 additional troops to war in Afghanistan by summer, marched in protest … Continue reading →

Friday, December 4, 2009 3:30pm Rally at the Rochester War Memorial 4:30pm March to the Federal Building my speech: dear friends the time has come for us to act. a majority of americans oppose the war in afghanistan. it’s a … Continue reading →

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