WATCH. THIS. VIDEO!!!
Three former terrorists discuss the threat
It is long, but well worth it.
Sunday, July 30, 2006
Monday, July 17, 2006
World War Four?
Is the Hezbollah/Hamas vs. Israel throwdown the beginning of World War Four?
There is a debate beginning to brew regarding the scope and significance of the brouhaha in Lebanon right now. One one side are those who say that this is kicking off WWIV, on the other, those who either deny that this is the beginning, or dispute the contention that our opponents rate such consideration.
Obviously, history will be the best judge, but my take is that both points of view are somewhat valid. This is part of the continuing worldwide struggle against Islamofascism, Israel is simply one of the focal points. So yes, in that sense, it qualifies as World War. On the other hand, its hard to construe the military struggle as anything akin to that of World Wars One and Two, or the Cold War. The only reason this "struggle" continues is that the West hasn't mustered the will to deal decisively with the threat.
There is a debate beginning to brew regarding the scope and significance of the brouhaha in Lebanon right now. One one side are those who say that this is kicking off WWIV, on the other, those who either deny that this is the beginning, or dispute the contention that our opponents rate such consideration.
Obviously, history will be the best judge, but my take is that both points of view are somewhat valid. This is part of the continuing worldwide struggle against Islamofascism, Israel is simply one of the focal points. So yes, in that sense, it qualifies as World War. On the other hand, its hard to construe the military struggle as anything akin to that of World Wars One and Two, or the Cold War. The only reason this "struggle" continues is that the West hasn't mustered the will to deal decisively with the threat.
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Andrew Sullivan : Hedonist
St. Andrew, a hedonist at heart...
Okay, so here's the lowdown on why Andrew isn't actually a conservative.
He sees everything through the perspective of "how is this going to affect me as a gay man?" Everything. When I've read his Christian writings, I've always gotten the sense that he is gay first, and his faith is secondary. Why do I think that? Because he only speaks of his faith in the context of how the "Christianists" (his term) don't live up to his definition of Christianity, a definition that hinges completely on embracing homosexuality as a valid alternative.
There's more, but the upshot is Sullivan is a hedonist. His worldview revolves around sexual pleasure, and insuring that he can continue to enjoy it with the consenting man of his choice, with full approval and support from society, whether or not society is interested in giving that approval and support.
Okay, so here's the lowdown on why Andrew isn't actually a conservative.
He sees everything through the perspective of "how is this going to affect me as a gay man?" Everything. When I've read his Christian writings, I've always gotten the sense that he is gay first, and his faith is secondary. Why do I think that? Because he only speaks of his faith in the context of how the "Christianists" (his term) don't live up to his definition of Christianity, a definition that hinges completely on embracing homosexuality as a valid alternative.
There's more, but the upshot is Sullivan is a hedonist. His worldview revolves around sexual pleasure, and insuring that he can continue to enjoy it with the consenting man of his choice, with full approval and support from society, whether or not society is interested in giving that approval and support.
Tuesday, July 11, 2006
Why Andrew Sullivan isn't a conservative...
Why Andrew Sullivan isn't a conservative...
Andrew Sullivan recently wrote another one of his "miff" pieces, wherein he was lamenting the fact that so few conservatives seem to accept him as a conservative, and he made a good argument for being a conservative.
So why don't most conservatives accept him? I had a long, hopefully articulate post composed in my head explaining why, but its late and I'm not up to typing it up.
So, I'll give you the barest of explanations, and come back to flesh it out later.
Andrew Sullivan is not accepted by most conservatives because of why he articulates the positions he does, not due to significant deficiencies in the positions, i.e. its his underlying ideology. Most conservatives likely recognize, if only on a subconscious level, that Sullivan's advocacy of conservative policies is driven not by conservative principles, but by something else.
I invite my readers, all X of you, to chime in on what you think that may be...
Andrew Sullivan recently wrote another one of his "miff" pieces, wherein he was lamenting the fact that so few conservatives seem to accept him as a conservative, and he made a good argument for being a conservative.
So why don't most conservatives accept him? I had a long, hopefully articulate post composed in my head explaining why, but its late and I'm not up to typing it up.
So, I'll give you the barest of explanations, and come back to flesh it out later.
Andrew Sullivan is not accepted by most conservatives because of why he articulates the positions he does, not due to significant deficiencies in the positions, i.e. its his underlying ideology. Most conservatives likely recognize, if only on a subconscious level, that Sullivan's advocacy of conservative policies is driven not by conservative principles, but by something else.
I invite my readers, all X of you, to chime in on what you think that may be...
Thursday, July 06, 2006
Not our baby, baby.
NY State Supreme Court rules on gay marriage
The decision came down, and it was a bit of a surprise. The NY Supremes have said it ain't their job to define marriage, that privilege (burden?) belongs to the legislature. So, the question becomes, will gay marriage advocates manage to get it through their legislature? Inquiring minds want to know...
The decision came down, and it was a bit of a surprise. The NY Supremes have said it ain't their job to define marriage, that privilege (burden?) belongs to the legislature. So, the question becomes, will gay marriage advocates manage to get it through their legislature? Inquiring minds want to know...
AtomicRide
Back from the wrong Road
ahh, back again. So much to say, so little time to say it.
First, some observations.
Waking up in a crashing 18 wheeler sucks. Big time. But not as much as not waking up would suck.
Gay marriage supporters seem to be unable to offer a substantive answer to this question: "Why should the government grant you privileges not enjoyed by your single gay brethren?"
Novacaine is only semi-effective on me. This is a fact that I've been reminded of recently, as the painful process of stapling my "numbed" scalp took place.
Dungeon Masters, aka Game Masters, of role playing games shouldn't allow their players to play evil characters. Challenge me and I'll explain why...
America is an incredibly beautiful country.
Its amazing how much of a mess two toddlers can make with one can of shaving cream, and funny as all get out when its somebody else's toddlers in somebody else's house.
Sometimes, you're the whale, and sometimes you're Jonah. Take it from me, 'tis better to be the whale.
Cars is a GREAT movie.
God IS good.
ahh, back again. So much to say, so little time to say it.
First, some observations.
Waking up in a crashing 18 wheeler sucks. Big time. But not as much as not waking up would suck.
Gay marriage supporters seem to be unable to offer a substantive answer to this question: "Why should the government grant you privileges not enjoyed by your single gay brethren?"
Novacaine is only semi-effective on me. This is a fact that I've been reminded of recently, as the painful process of stapling my "numbed" scalp took place.
Dungeon Masters, aka Game Masters, of role playing games shouldn't allow their players to play evil characters. Challenge me and I'll explain why...
America is an incredibly beautiful country.
Its amazing how much of a mess two toddlers can make with one can of shaving cream, and funny as all get out when its somebody else's toddlers in somebody else's house.
Sometimes, you're the whale, and sometimes you're Jonah. Take it from me, 'tis better to be the whale.
Cars is a GREAT movie.
God IS good.
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