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..."against American installations and the Movenpick hotel..."
THANK YOU for this post freeperfromnj.
Thanks, Cindy.
You're very welcome.
I've run across that blog before -- and it's a good blog to stop by and read.
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html
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Worldwide Caution
June 06, 2006
THANKS to piasa for the ping to the UPDATED post here:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1703678/posts?page=238#238
and the ping to this thread:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1703678/posts
"BREAKING: Largest U.S. Islamic Charity Raided by FBI!"
Debbie Schlussel ^ | 9/18/06 | Debbie Schlussel
Posted on 09/18/2006 11:35:20 AM PDT by areafiftyone
I guess the map is meant as a grand symbol; a reminder that Islam is not happy being one of three major religions of the world. The aim is to conquer the world. The fanatics are fuled by this force, as we well know. But -- and just as importantly at least to me -- the sheer growth of Islam inherents throughout the world gives one pause because it is through even this natural burgeoning growth that the non-fanatic Muslims will eventually be giving non-Muslims a run for their money. I guess to me the problem is that Islam is a distinct religion and way of life that doesn't seem to be as conducive to co-existence with other religions as are the other great religions. Therein lies the potential rub.
Think of Europe and Michigan as quick examples and think of all the changes made to suit Islam. They know there is strength in numbers -- especially in democratic nations -- and their strongholds keep growing. There are statistics showing Islam to be one of -- if not the -- fastest growing religions but I won't get into that here.
So in this way they have progressed forward and the Muslim footprint is making itself known is areas previously unheard of. Even following 911, interest in Islam skyrocketed and this "recruitment" was so deliriously exhilerating to the jihadis as evidenced by their bragging on the Muslim forums.
I do not believe there is any code to that map other than green (and non-green by default). Of course, this map does not say anything new, as you said. Overall, this is one jpg that, IMO, needn't be overanalyzed. It would be fun it something was hidden there, but I don't think this is the case and sometimes what is hiding in plain site is the main point. In fact, it is sometimes fun to hide in plain site because it is easy -- and often welcome -- to be overlooked. ;)
You said: "It is all about the green countries (or more precisely the literal 99.95% of the Muslim world that even after 1000 years still will not engage in active global 'jihad')." I like this comment very much. There is something subtly important in there. Many folks say that all Muslims are duplitious and one cannot rely on what they do or say as the absolute truth. But for all of the talk of Muslim al-taqiyya (hiding beliefs, convictions, ideas, feelings, opinions, and/or strategies), I am not sure what the truth is here since scholars are all over the road on this one. Perhaps al-taqiyya is simply our own "the end determines the means." It's possible. Of course, the jihadists no doubt have their own less-than-innocent take on this.
And, yes, usama bin laden's aim is/was to manipulate Muslims into seeing a unilateral and deliberate clash of civilizations instigated by the two Great Satans (America and Israel) against the Muslim world. So we are in agreement that no matter what is contained in the Koran, most Muslims are not -- nor will they be without a good cause -- active fanatics. The key word is active. However, we know they all disapprove of the Palestinian problem and we know where they all place the blame (the two Great Satans again).
In fact, I am somewhat surprised that al qaeda has not employed the Palestinian issue more to their advantage even though they have used it over and again. When they have used it, they always muddy it up with a multitude of additional Muslim issues and situations in the world. This dilutes the strength of the Palestinian issue in rallying all Muslims, which I believe this one single issue appears to have the power to do because it's not logical, it's Biblical. It's actually a boon that they don't stick to this one topic.
I used to LOVE sprouts.......now I don't touch them.
I just saw on the news, they are checking water, fertilizer and "harvesting conditions" for the cause of this spinach e-coli outbreak. "harvesting conditions" they should also check the legality of the workers while they are at it, and their bathroom facilities. Probably wear gloves like the people in the deli that never change them and handle other "things" with the same gloves. ICK!
I only buy stuff I can wash with soap and wter now......like potatoes, tomatoes and avocados. I am really weird when it comes to this germ stuff. :) I even washed my eggs this morning before I cracked them because they felt gritty.
Study: Prisons can't combat Islamic terror recruiting
by The Associated Press
Tuesday, September 19, 2006 9:53 AM EDT
WASHINGTON - U.S. prisons are becoming major breeding grounds for Islamic terrorists, but state and local authorities are too cash-strapped to prevent or track recruiting, a new report concludes.
The report, to be released Tuesday, found there aren't enough legitimately trained Muslim religious leaders to counsel an estimated 9,000 U.S. prison inmates who want Islamic services. That allows Islamist extremists to target their vulnerable prison-mates with distorted versions of the Quran and other Muslim readings that urge radicalization and violence.
“Radicalized prisoners are a potential pool of recruits by terrorist groups,” concludes the joint study by George Washington University and the University of Virginia. “The U.S., with its large prison population, is at risk of facing the sort of homegrown terrorism currently plaguing other countries.”
Additionally, state and local prison officials struggle to track radical behavior changes of inmates or religious counselors. And staff and funding shortages limit preventative programs, the report found, noting that California officials “report that every investigation into radical groups in their prisons uncovers new leads, but they simply do not have enough investigators to follow every case of radicalization.”......
http://www.auburnpub.com/articles/2006/09/19/news/nation_world/nation01.txt
>>>>The new al-Qaida field commander in Afghanistan is calling for Muslims to leave the U.S. – particularly Washington and New York
How do we find out if they are indeed leaving?
>>>BRADFORD, Tenn. - Police are searching for the owner of a briefcase that contained materials authorities say were intended to make a bomb
Well, there's something that didn't make the news at all.
Yes, we sure have.
I must say 3 years on TM has been enlightening.
No, it sure didn't.
Francais:
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net/french/wanted_captured/index.cfm
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Espanol:
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net
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http://www.rewardsforjustice.net
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net/english/wanted_captured/index.cfm?page=Wanted_Terrorist
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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2006/09/20060919-4.html
For Immediate Release
September 19, 2006
President Bush Addresses United Nations General Assembly
United Nations
New York, New York
12:15 P.M. EDT
THE PRESIDENT: Mr. Secretary General, Madam President, distinguished delegates, and ladies and gentlemen: I want to thank you for the privilege of speaking to this General Assembly.
Last week, America and the world marked the fifth anniversary of the attacks that filled another September morning with death and suffering. On that terrible day, extremists killed nearly 3,000 innocent people, including citizens of dozens of nations represented right here in this chamber. Since then, the enemies of humanity have continued their campaign of murder. Al Qaeda and those inspired by its extremist ideology have attacked more than two dozen nations. And recently a different group of extremists deliberately provoked a terrible conflict in Lebanon. At the start of the 21st century, it is clear that the world is engaged in a great ideological struggle, between extremists who use terror as a weapon to create fear, and moderate people who work for peace.
Five years ago, I stood at this podium and called on the community of nations to defend civilization and build a more hopeful future. This is still the great challenge of our time; it is the calling of our generation. This morning, I want to speak about the more hopeful world that is within our reach, a world beyond terror, where ordinary men and women are free to determine their own destiny, where the voices of moderation are empowered, and where the extremists are marginalized by the peaceful majority. This world can be ours if we seek it and if we work together.
The principles of this world beyond terror can be found in the very first sentence of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. This document declares that the "equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom and justice and peace in the world." One of the authors of this document was a Lebanese diplomat named Charles Malik, who would go on to become President of this Assembly. Mr. Malik insisted that these principles apply equally to all people, of all regions, of all religions, including the men and women of the Arab world that was his home.
In the nearly six decades since that document was approved, we have seen the forces of freedom and moderation transform entire continents. Sixty years after a terrible war, Europe is now whole, free, and at peace -- and Asia has seen freedom progress and hundreds of millions of people lifted out of desperate poverty. The words of the Universal Declaration are as true today as they were when they were written. As liberty flourishes, nations grow in tolerance and hope and peace. And we're seeing that bright future begin to take root in the broader Middle East.
Some of the changes in the Middle East have been dramatic, and we see the results in this chamber. Five years ago, Afghanistan was ruled by the brutal Taliban regime, and its seat in this body was contested. Now this seat is held by the freely elected government of Afghanistan, which is represented today by President Karzai. Five years ago, Iraq's seat in this body was held by a dictator who killed his citizens, invaded his neighbors, and showed his contempt for the world by defying more than a dozen U.N. Security Council resolutions. Now Iraq's seat is held by a democratic government that embodies the aspirations of the Iraq people, who's represented today by President Talabani. With these changes, more than 50 million people have been given a voice in this chamber for the first time in decades.
Some of the changes in the Middle East are happening gradually, but they are real. Algeria has held its first competitive presidential election, and the military remained neutral. The United Arab Emirates recently announced that half of the seats in its Federal National Council will be chosen by elections. Kuwait held elections in which women were allowed to vote and run for office for the first time. Citizens have voted in municipal elections in Saudi Arabia, in parliamentary elections in Jordan and Bahrain, and in multiparty presidential elections in Yemen and Egypt. These are important steps, and the governments should continue to move forward with other reforms that show they trust their people. Every nation that travels the road to freedom moves at a different pace, and the democracies they build will reflect their own culture and traditions. But the destination is the same: A free society where people live at peace with each other and at peace with the world.
Some have argued that the democratic changes we're seeing in the Middle East are destabilizing the region. This argument rests on a false assumption, that the Middle East was stable to begin with. The reality is that the stability we thought we saw in the Middle East was a mirage. For decades, millions of men and women in the region have been trapped in oppression and hopelessness. And these conditions left a generation disillusioned, and made this region a breeding ground for extremism.
Imagine what it's like to be a young person living in a country that is not moving toward reform. You're 21 years old, and while your peers in other parts of the world are casting their ballots for the first time, you are powerless to change the course of your government. While your peers in other parts of the world have received educations that prepare them for the opportunities of a global economy, you have been fed propaganda and conspiracy theories that blame others for your country's shortcomings. And everywhere you turn, you hear extremists who tell you that you can escape your misery and regain your dignity through violence and terror and martyrdom. For many across the broader Middle East, this is the dismal choice presented every day.
Every civilized nation, including those in the Muslim world, must support those in the region who are offering a more hopeful alternative. We know that when people have a voice in their future, they are less likely to blow themselves up in suicide attacks. We know that when leaders are accountable to their people, they are more likely to seek national greatness in the achievements of their citizens, rather than in terror and conquest. So we must stand with democratic leaders and moderate reformers across the broader Middle East. We must give them voice to the hopes of decent men and women who want for their children the same things we want for ours. We must seek stability through a free and just Middle East where the extremists are marginalized by millions of citizens in control of their own destinies.
Today, I'd like to speak directly to the people across the broader Middle East: My country desires peace. Extremists in your midst spread propaganda claiming that the West is engaged in a war against Islam. This propaganda is false, and its purpose is to confuse you and justify acts of terror. We respect Islam, but we will protect our people from those who pervert Islam to sow death and destruction. Our goal is to help you build a more tolerant and hopeful society that honors people of all faiths and promote the peace.
To the people of Iraq: Nearly 12 million of you braved the car bombers and assassins last December to vote in free elections. The world saw you hold up purple ink-stained fingers, and your courage filled us with admiration. You've stood firm in the face of horrendous acts of terror and sectarian violence -- and we will not abandon you in your struggle to build a free nation. America and our coalition partners will continue to stand with the democratic government you elected. We will continue to help you secure the international assistance and investment you need to create jobs and opportunity, working with the United Nations and through the International Compact with Iraq endorsed here in New York yesterday. We will continue to train those of you who stepped forward to fight the enemies of freedom. We will not yield the future of your country to terrorists and extremists. In return, your leaders must rise to the challenges your country is facing, and make difficult choices to bring security and prosperity. Working together, we will help your democracy succeed, so it can become a beacon of hope for millions in the Muslim world.
To the people of Afghanistan: Together, we overthrew the Taliban regime that brought misery into your lives and harbored terrorists who brought death to the citizens of many nations. Since then, we have watched you choose your leaders in free elections and build a democratic government. You can be proud of these achievements. We respect your courage, and your determination to live in peace and freedom. We will continue to stand with you to defend your democratic gains. Today forces from more than 40 countries, including members of the NATO Alliance, are bravely serving side-by-side with you against the extremists who want to bring down the free government you've established. We'll help you defeat these enemies and build a free Afghanistan that will never again oppress you, or be a safe haven for terrorists.
To the people of Lebanon: Last year, you inspired the world when you came out into the streets to demand your independence from Syrian dominance. You drove Syrian forces from your country and you reestablished democracy. Since then, you have been tested by the fighting that began with Hezbollah's unprovoked attacks on Israel. Many of you have seen your homes and communities caught in crossfire. We see your suffering, and the world is helping you to rebuild your country, and helping you deal with the armed extremists who are undermining your democracy by acting as a state within a state. The United Nations has passed a good resolution that has authorized an international force, led by France and Italy, to help you restore Lebanese sovereignty over Lebanese soil. For many years, Lebanon was a model of democracy and pluralism and openness in the region -- and it will be again.
To the people of Iran: The United States respects you; we your country. We admire your rich history, your vibrant culture, and your many contributions to civilization. You deserve an opportunity to determine your own future, an economy that rewards your intelligence and your talents, and a society that allows you to fulfill your tremendous potential. The greatest obstacle to this future is that your rulers have chosen to deny you liberty and to use your nation's resources to fund terrorism, and fuel extremism, and pursue nuclear weapons. The United Nations has passed a clear resolution requiring that the regime in Tehran meet its international obligations. Iran must abandon its nuclear weapons ambitions. Despite what the regime tells you, we have no objection to Iran's pursuit of a truly peaceful nuclear power program. We're working toward a diplomatic solution to this crisis. And as we do, we look to the day when you can live in freedom -- and America and Iran can be good friends and close partners in the cause of peace.
To the people of Syria: Your land is home to a great people with a proud tradition of learning and commerce. Today your rulers have allowed your country to become a crossroad for terrorism. In your midst, Hamas and Hezbollah are working to destabilize the region, and your government is turning your country into a tool of Iran. This is increasing your country's isolation from the world. Your government must choose a better way forward by ending its support for terror, and living in peace with your neighbors, and opening the way to a better life for you and your families.
To the people of Darfur: You have suffered unspeakable violence, and my nation has called these atrocities what they are -- genocide. For the last two years, America joined with the international community to provide emergency food aid and support for an African Union peacekeeping force. Yet your suffering continues. The world must step forward to provide additional humanitarian aid -- and we must strengthen the African Union force that has done good work, but is not strong enough to protect you. The Security Council has approved a resolution that would transform the African Union force into a blue-helmeted force that is larger and more robust. To increase its strength and effectiveness, NATO nations should provide logistics and other support. The regime in Khartoum is stopping the deployment of this force. If the Sudanese government does not approve this peacekeeping force quickly, the United Nations must act. Your lives and the credibility of the United Nations is at stake. So today I'm announcing that I'm naming a Presidential Special Envoy -- former USAID Administrator Andrew Natsios -- to lead America's efforts to resolve the outstanding disputes and help bring peace to your land.
The world must also stand up for peace in the Holy Land. I'm committed to two democratic states -- Israel and Palestine -- living side-by-side in peace and security. I'm committed to a Palestinian state that has territorial integrity and will live peacefully with the Jewish state of Israel. This is the vision set forth in the road map -- and helping the parties reach this goal is one of the great objectives of my presidency. The Palestinian people have suffered from decades of corruption and violence and the daily humiliation of occupation. Israeli citizens have endured brutal acts of terrorism and constant fear of attack since the birth of their nation. Many brave men and women have made the commitment to peace. Yet extremists in the region are stirring up hatred and trying to prevent these moderate voices from prevailing.
This struggle is unfolding in the Palestinian territories. Earlier this year, the Palestinian people voted in a free election. The leaders of Hamas campaigned on a platform of ending corruption and improving the lives of the Palestinian people, and they prevailed. The world is waiting to see whether the Hamas government will follow through on its promises, or pursue an extremist agenda. And the world has sent a clear message to the leaders of Hamas: Serve the interests of the Palestinian people. Abandon terror, recognize Israel's right to exist, honor agreements, and work for peace.
President Abbas is committed to peace, and to his people's aspirations for a state of their own. Prime Minister Olmert is committed to peace, and has said he intends to meet with President Abbas to make real progress on the outstanding issues between them. I believe peace can be achieved, and that a democratic Palestinian state is possible. I hear from leaders in the region who want to help. I've directed Secretary of State Rice to lead a diplomatic effort to engage moderate leaders across the region, to help the Palestinians reform their security services, and support Israeli and Palestinian leaders in their efforts to come together to resolve their differences. Prime Minister Blair has indicated that his country will work with partners in Europe to help strengthen the governing institutions of the Palestinian administration. We welcome his initiative. Countries like Saudi Arabia and Jordan and Egypt have made clear they're willing to contribute the diplomatic and financial assistance necessary to help these efforts succeed. I'm optimistic that by supporting the forces of democracy and moderation, we can help Israelis and Palestinians build a more hopeful future and achieve the peace in a Holy Land we all want.
Freedom, by its nature, cannot be imposed -- it must be chosen. From Beirut to Baghdad, people are making the choice for freedom. And the nations gathered in this chamber must make a choice, as well: Will we support the moderates and reformers who are working for change across the Middle East -- or will we yield the future to the terrorists and extremists? America has made its choice: We will stand with the moderates and reformers.
Recently a courageous group of Arab and Muslim intellectuals wrote me a letter. In it, they said this: "The shore of reform is the only one on which any lights appear, even though the journey demands courage and patience and perseverance." The United Nations was created to make that journey possible. Together we must support the dreams of good and decent people who are working to transform a troubled region -- and by doing so, we will advance the high ideals on which this institution was founded.
Thank you for your time. God bless.
END 12:35 P.M. EDT
"Today, I'd like to speak directly to the people across the broader Middle East: My country desires peace. Extremists in your midst spread propaganda claiming that the West is engaged in a war against Islam. This propaganda is false, and its purpose is to confuse you and justify acts of terror. We respect Islam, but we will protect our people from those who pervert Islam to sow death and destruction. Our goal is to help you build a more tolerant and hopeful society that honors people of all faiths and promote the peace."
Bridget Gabriel on FOX news debating a muslim guy.
She woman rocks!
And I'm stuck in the office!
Thanks Grampa Dave and Interesting Times for the ping to this thread:
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"Blog of War" co-author Eric Egland takes on CNN
CNN ^ | September 19, 2006 | Maj. Eric and Ania Egland
Posted on 09/19/2006 9:47:35 AM PDT by Interesting Times
My friend Maj. Eric Egland is a contributing author to Blog of War: Front Line Dispatches from Iraq and Afghanistan, a newly-released anthology of stories from military members and their families published by Simon & Shuster. Eric did tours in both countries.
He and his wife Ania were on CNN twice last week talking about the book and about how media coverage of Iraq and Afghanistan bears little resemblance to reality on the ground. They did a terrific job making their case. I suspect we'll be hearing more from Eric in the future...
NASA.GOV
http://www.nasa.gov
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http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1704354/posts
http://www.local6.com/news/9884696/detail.html
STS-115: ATLANTIS
Video: Mystery Object Videotaped
Video:ISS Fire Scare
Video: Watch Liftoff
Images: Launch Photos
Images: The Crew
Video: Friday Launch Scrubbed
Video: Fuel Sensor Problems
Video: NASA Postpones Launch
Video: Lightning Delays Launch
Video: Lightning Strikes Pad
Interactive: How Shuttles Work
Summary: Mission Highlights
Official: NASA Mission Page
Interactive: Remember Challenger
Discuss: What Should NASA Do?
"Mystery Object May Have Hit Shuttle
NASA Postpones Atlantis Landing"
POSTED: 11:21 am EDT September 19, 2006
UPDATED: 1:38 pm EDT September 19, 2006
ARTICLE SNIPPET: "A mystery object flying near space shuttle Atlantis and an indication the ship's starboard wing might have been struck prompted NASA to delay the planned return to Earth Wednesday of the orbiter and its six-member crew, according to Local 6 News partner Florida Today.
VIDEO: See Mystery Object
NASA shuttle program manager Wayne Hale said the early indication is that a chunk of ice or some other material might have come loose from the shuttle when the Atlantis astronauts tested the ship's flight control system early Tuesday, the report said.
The Flame Trench also reported that engineers noted that readings from sensors within the shuttle's right wing showed the thermal armor that protects it might have been hit."
RECAP...
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/news/1694213/posts?page=1175#1175
To: All
A look at IRAN and AHMADINEJAD on the net...
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=iran
http://memri.org/iran.html
http://www.memritv.org/Search.asp?ACT=S5&P1=148
http://www.memrifilms.org/
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=search_videos&search_query=Iran&search_sort=video_date_uploaded&search_category=0
http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=Iran&hl=en&page=1&so=1
http://regimechangeiran.blogspot.com
http://www.freerepublic.com/~doctorzin/
http://www.activistchat.com/blogiran/
http://www.iran-press-service.com
http://www.iranfocus.com/modules/news/
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&ned=us&q=Iran&ie=UTF-8&scoring=d
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http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=Ahmadinejad
http://www.memri.org/bin/search/search.cgi?nocpp=1&p%3Ats_udav=0&sort-method=3&Match=0&Terms=Ahmadinejad&Realm=All
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=search_videos&search_query=Ahmadinejad&search_sort=video_date_uploaded&search_category=0
http://video.google.com/videosearch?q=Ahmadinejad&hl=en&page=1&so=1
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&ned=us&q=Ahmadinejad&ie=UTF-8&scoring=d
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Watching the blogs:
http://www.michellemalkin.com
http://www.hotair.com
http://www.littlegreenfootballs.com
http://www.jihadwatch.org
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Watching these sites:
http://www.globalcrisiswatch.com
http://www.clandestineradio.com
http://www.sofir.org
http://www.internet-haganah.com
http://www.terrortracker.co.uk
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Always watching here:
http://www.truthusa.com/911news.html
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Smiling...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97lH0-tuuWE
1,175 posted on 09/18/2006 6:38:40 PM PDT by Cindy
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