U.S. ship captain held by pirates off Somalia, has been freed,

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[Ladycalif]

U.S. ship captain held by pirates off Somalia, has been freed, senior U.S. official says. Three of four pirates killed.

[HiTech RedNeck]

Remember the gay Easter egg hunt that followed!

[WhistlingPastTheGraveyard]

Obviously, it was a plan. I never said it was the only plan. But they had reason to believe he'd try to escape again and they were ready when the opportunity presented itself.

And we have no idea what they knew about Phillips' position on that boat. For all we know, they could see that he was unencumbered.

[SE Mom]

Me toooooooo!!! It’s a perfect Easter!

[mojitojoe]

NAVY SEALS

EXCELLENT READ! Thanks for the link.

[STARWISE]

KODIAK, Alaska (April 8, 2009) SEAL Qualification Training candidates wade out of the Buskin River after spending five minutes in the near freezing water during a re-warming exercise. Candidates completed the re-warming exercise after spending 48 hours in the Alaskan mountains learning how to navigate through the rugged terrain and survive the frigid conditions. The 28-day cold-weather training course taught in Kodiak is part of a yearlong process to become a U.S. Navy SEAL. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Erika N. Manzano/Released)

[dirtboy]

Comparing the challenges posed by the rescue in Entebbe to what we faced with the Somali pirates is pure nonsense. No comparison.

I am comparing the outcome and the effectiveness of rescue as opposed to just killing the perps and the hostage(s) as well.

[TornadoAlley3]

STATEMENT BY THE PRESIDENT ON THE RESCUE OF CAPTAIN PHILLIPS

I am very pleased that Captain Phillips has been rescued and is safely on board the USS Boxer. His safety has been our principal concern, and I know this is a welcome relief to his family and his crew.

I am also very proud of the efforts of the U.S. military and many other departments and agencies who worked tirelessly to secure Captain Phillips’s safe recovery.

We remain resolved to halt the rise of piracy in this region. To achieve that goal, we must continue to work with our partners to prevent future attacks, be prepared to interdict acts of piracy and ensure that those who commit acts of piracy are held accountable for their crimes.

I share the country’s admiration for the bravery of Captain Phillips and his selfless concern for his crew. His courage is a model for all Americans.

[DollyCali]

Last time I was in DC I attended St. Johns(of course have a TON of pix). Rev. Luis is a really good pulpit man.. numerous, accurate Scripture, articulate, relates sermon to everyday life. The people were very nice & gracious, the choir /accoustics wonderful. This is not my church background but did want to go &see where 43 worshiped most of time when in DC & I can see why he liked it.

[yield 2 the right]

Mark Levin will do this situation right come Monday night during his show...Rush, Sean and other real conservative talkers as well...

[DollyCali]

decent statement..

[STARWISE]

KODIAK, Alaska (April 8, 2009) A cold weather training instructor monitors SEAL Qualification Training candidates while they spend five minutes in near freezing water during a re-warming exercise. Candidates completed the re-warming exercise after spending 48 hours in the Alaskan mountains learning how to navigate through the rugged terrain and survive the frigid conditions. The 28-day cold-weather training course, taught in Kodiak, is part of a yearlong process to become a U.S. Navy SEAL. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Erika N. Manzano/Released)

[rodguy911]

I think that most of America following this story will not buy the "Barry is the hero" story. Just my hunch.<.i>

I would hope that you are right Miss Didi but then I would never have guessed that even 20% would prefer socialism to free market capitalism. I"m not too good in the prediction business for some things.

[don-o]

Any chance the entire day after day scenario was just a political maneuver by obama?

That seems to be the default belief of the great majority on this thread. I can't see what the upside is to dragging it out. It may well be that this thing went down 100% by the book.

[rodguy911]

Excellent point.It’s definitely a Bush military.

[yield 2 the right]

"I'm just the byline."

[bert]

......and there are no Navy bases close-by that I know of.....

There is a base at Djibouti very close by and home of the Africa Command HQ

We have major assets pretty much right there

[trisham]

I wouldn't last sixty seconds in SEAL qualification training. Navy Seals are incredible.

[maggief]

http://blogs.suntimes.com/sweet/2009/04/obama_family_get_easter_commun.html

Obama family get Easter communion at Episcopal Church.

http://ontopmag.com/article.aspx?id=3631&MediaType=1&Category=26

Gay Families Prepare For White House Easter Event (Egg Roll)

[kabar]

LOL.

[roses of sharon]

LOL, don't fret dirtboy.

You will get what you seek in spades....just turn on your TV...the MSM/DNC/GOP/Hollywood will give Hussein plenty of accolades.

If it pains you, don't read my posts.