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Doesn’t hoit that thune is a looker ~wink
Had to go to Aqua Net (lol) when JW went out. It didn’t help all that teasing much
Hey my conservative heart has found a home in Bama. My excitement was busting my bum, foot soldier, etc, rallies for Alan Keyes against BO. Does it count my mother was invited to Nixon’s inaugural?
Try being a conservative in Chicago! :)
New Orleans Man Charged With Threatening to Kill Obama
Israeli Nuclear Whistle-Blower Detained Again
Sheriff Joe Alert
And here we go!....code pinky too! What a vile mix!
Who funds these people!
Are they being sent there to stir up the nest? Someones at the top orchestrating this but why now???? Could be because Israel’s prepping to go after Iran? creating a divirsion?
Oh the questions...have to look deeper.....
...”the definite change of seasons.”
One of the reasons I moved back north from Florida. Missed the season changes. Things just get brown down there.
This community has such weird weather..you never know what you’ll get as the area sits on the stream that runs off the great lakes. Being right on the margin here I can travel 15 minutes and be in a white out storm, yet have nothing on the ground outside my doorstep!
U.S. Feared Spectacular Terror Attack at Obama's Inauguration
Not even a week & lookie our stats :)
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Watch the movie "Border" - it verifies what you say. They show night vision of hoards of people crossing the border in different groups, all with heavy backpacks and weapon reinforced "guides." Whatever contraband is confiscated has to be minor in comparison to what the cartels elude from authorities.
We were pleasantly surprised with "Food, Inc." as well. Part of it deals with chicken as we buy it at the grocery store and with Monsanto and it's tentacles into American farming.
Our kids went to see Avatar and said the leftie contents are laughable, but the 3D visual is well worth the admission price.
Great points. I’ve been expecting exactly what happened at the federal courthouse for a couple months now, and I expect more of the same - for exactly the reasons you’ve mentioned.
The Communist, Muslim poofter Obama is executing textbook destruction of the middle class, again as you’ve mentioned, starting with those who’ve accrued the most and who need it the most.
A lot of people will soon realize they have nothing left to lose and zero options available.
Yemen, it appears, is the new Fata, an Al Qaeda base where wicked plans to destroy western civilisation and overthrow governments are being hatched. Or at least that is the gist of some of the more hyperbolic commentary since the Christmas Day attempted plane bombing in the US was linked to an Al Qaeda offshoot in Yemen. Does Yemen have an Al Qaeda presence? It certainly appears so. Air strikes on Dec 17 and Dec 24, allegedly carried out by the US, targeted suspected Al Qaeda militants there.
Al Qaeda about to attack America at sea? Chatter grows on terrorist websites
Snips: Terrorism experts who monitor jihadi websites around the world say they are seeing more talk about attacks on America at sea. One writer talks about "attacks "on an extravagant scale....We have attacked you on land and in the air...and soon in the sea." (NY Post)
What might this threat mean? Al Qaeda does own freighter ships that could be used for attacks, there have been reports they have trained frogmen scuba divers to make attacks underwater on American ships, and they managed to blow a hole in the USS Cole with just a few men on a small rubber raft.
This type statement makes the thought of terrorism more alarming. An occasional attack on a specific site is one thing. Attempting to collapse the economy of the country is quite another more serious matter.
FAA investigating American after 3 rough landings
Two weeks ago, American Airlines 737 skidded off a runway in Jamaica. The fuselage cracked, and dozens of passengers were injured. But that wasn't the only landing mishap American had last month.
Two other American jets — one in North Carolina on Dec. 13 and one in Texas on Dec. 24 — experienced problems as they landed. And now the Federal Aviation Administration says it's increasing its oversight of the airline to figure out if there's a pattern.
Yemen has always been an Al Queda stronghold... and the gov. has known this.
Was astounding recently hearing John Brennan try and make it sound otherwise..who does he think he’s fooling! Just another pawn of the WH.
Oh yulk! Yeah..that’s worse.
The coming U.S.-guided terrorist hunt over Yemen is a good first, if rather obvious, step. But the time is ripe for a companion tactic that is so ill-apparent as to sound, I admit, almost kooky. Still, the tactic should be part of any stratagem for Yemen. The Obama administration should pressure Great Britain for an immediate ban on the narcotic plant known as “khat.”
Khat is a narcotic flowering shrub widely cultivated — and consumed — in Yemen. Chewing khat leaves produces a euphoric stimulating effect on users similar to the effect of cocaine. Its use is widespread for other reasons. It is so culturally ingrained among the Arab tribes of northeast Africa and the Arabian peninsula, most notably the people of Somalia, that millions of immigrants from the region have taken the habit with them to all points of the globe. The result is an international khat trade by which warlords and criminal gangs — and, no doubt, terrorists back home — are able to import huge volumes of Western currency....
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Khat has been a little known, but growing problem in Canada and the US for some time now. It hasn’t gotten the notice it deserves, but khat brought into the Northwest and Northeast has been well known to muslims in the US, as well as some skinhead and neonazi types.
It is quite popular in those particular circles.
3 posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 2:59:28 PM by MestaMachine
KHAT
(Street Names: Khat, Qat, Kat, Chat, Miraa, Quaadka)
June 2009
DEA/OD/ODE
Introduction:
Khat, Catha edulis, is a flowering shrub native to East Africa and the Arabian-Peninsula. Khat refers to the leaves and young shoot of Catha edulis. It has been widely used since the thirteenth century as a recreational drug by the indigenous people of East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula and throughout the Middle East.
Licit Uses:
There is no legitimate medical use for khat in the United States.
Chemistry and Pharmacology:
Khat contains two central nervous system (CNS) stimulants, namely cathinone and cathine. Cathinone (alpha-aminopriopiophenone), which is the principal active stimulant, is structurally similar to d-amphetamine and almost as potent as a CNS stimulant. Cathine, also called d-norpseudoephedrine, is about 10 times less potent than cathinone as a CNS stimulant. Cathinone levels are highest in the freshly cut khat plant. Once cut, levels of cathinone start declining. Cooling the plant material will reduce the rate of decline in cathinone levels such that detectable levels may be found at least out to 10 days post cutting. Over the last few years, exhibits of dried or dehydrated khat have been encountered. In these samples, cathinone may be detected for many months or even years. Cathine remains stable in khat after the plant has been cut.
Khat produces amphetamine-like effects. They include: euphoria, a feeling of increased alertness and energy, hyperactivity, anorexia, and lack of fatigue. The users also feel relaxed and talkative. Sympathomimetic effects may include elevated blood pressure, dilated pupils, hyperthermia, arrhythmias, and increased respiration. The effects of khat usually last between 90 minutes and 3 hours. After-effects of khat use have been reported as lack of concentration, numbness and insomnia. Khat abuse leads to psychological dependence. Chronic abuse of khat can lead to behavioral changes and impairment of mental health. Clinical manifestations include manic behavior with grandiose delusions, violence, suicidal depression, or schizophreniform psychosis characterized by paranoid delusions. Chronic abuse can also produce physical exhaustion, anorexia, periodontal disease and disturbances of the gastrointestinal system.
Illicit Uses:
Khat is abused for its stimulant and euphoric effects. Most often the fresh leaves and shoots of the khat shrub are chewed, and then retained in the cheek and chewed intermittently until all the juices are extracted. To counter the bitter taste of the plant, copious amounts of water or sweet soda are drank. Dried khat can be made into tea or a chewable paste. Rarely other modes of self-administration include smoking or sprinkling on food.
User Population:
Abuse of khat in the United States is most prevalent among immigrants from Somalia, Ethiopia, and Yemen. Abuse of khat is highest in cities with a substantial population of these immigrants. These cities include Boston (MA), Columbus (OH), Dallas (TX), Detroit (MI), Kansas City (MO), Los Angeles (CA), Minneapolis (MN), Nashville (TN), New York (NY), and Washington D.C.
Illicit Distribution:
Individuals of Somali, Ethiopian, and Yemeni descent are the primary transporters and distributors of khat in the United States. The khat is transported from Somali into the United States and distributed in the Midwest, West and Southeast (Nashville, Tennessee) regions of the United States. According to the National Drug Intelligence Center, Somali and Yemen independent dealers are distributing khat in Arbor Ann, Detroit, Lansing and Ypsilanti, Michigan; Columbus, Ohio; Kansas City, Missouri; and Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. Due to a limited shelf life, the khat needs to be transported quickly to the intended market. Thus shipment by air is the most common method of transport. The khat is often transported through the United Kingdom and Canada primarily via package delivery services and to a lesser extent by couriers aboard commercial aircraft. Khat is typically shipped package into bundles that are wrapped in plastic bags or banana leaves to retain moisture and freshness.
Khat has been widely available in the United States since 1995. According to recent Federal-wide Drug Seizure System (FDSS) data, law enforcement seized 40,244 kilograms of khat in 2006 and 33,384 kilograms in 2007. In 2008, the amount increased to 74,672 kilograms.
The National Forensic Laboratory Information System (NFLIS) data indicate that 40 drug items submitted to DEA laboratories in 2007 were identified as cathine and 49 items submitted in 2008 were identified as cathine. DEA laboratories also identified 49 cathinone items submitted in 2007 and 51 cathinone items submitted in 2008. According to NFLIS, state and local laboratories received 58 cathine items in 2007 and 71 cathine items in 2008. There were 157 cathinone items submitted to state and local laboratories in 2007. In 2008, state and local laboratories received 143 items of cathinone.
In 2004, Kansas City Police Department (KCPD) reported the emergence of a new form of khat within the Somali community. Graba, a dried form of khat that is similar in appearance to marijuana, has been seized by KCPD. Graba is produced in Ethiopia and is commonly dried before it is transported into the United States. In two separate incidents in January 2004, KCPD officers seized 13.2 pounds of graba from an Ethiopian national and 38 grams from a Somali national.
Control Status:
Cathinone and cathine are in Schedules I and IV, respectively, of the Controlled Substances Act. Missouri placed khat in schedule I of state law. California placed khat in schedule II of state law.
5 posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 3:37:54 PM by MestaMachine
ping
Signs:
Following reports that Hamas AND Hizbullah are both back up to strength and then some:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2420959/posts
IDF Redeploys Active Duty Combat Troops to Northern and Gaza Borders
http://world.brunei.fm/2010/01/04/re...-in-west-bank/ ^
Posted on Monday, January 04, 2010 7:07:59 PM by jhpigott
RESERVE TROOPS OF ISRAELI DEFENCE FORCES TO REPLACE REGULAR FORCES IN WEST BANK
GAZA, Jan 4 (NNN-KUNA) — The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have decided to replace regular combat troops in permanent positions in the West Bank with reserve troops, according to reports reaching here from Israel.
The move is aimed at allowing combat troops move faster to frontlines in case of any eventuality in the future, the Yedioth Ahronoth daily reported on its website, Ynet Sunday. It will strengthen the combat unit garrisoning in the northern frontline, close to the Lebanese borders, and the southern frontline near the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip.
Report: Defense delegation departs secretly for India
01.04.10, 13:35 / Israel News
An Israeli defense delegation headed by National Security Advisor Uzi Arad has departed secretly for India, according to American Arab-language news site al-Houra.
According to the report, the delegation plans on holding discussions on the imminent threat from al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The delegation reportedly will express its concern that Pakistani nuclear weapons may fall into the wrong hands. It was also reported that the sides will discuss the Iranian nuclear program, as well as potential defense and intelligence cooperation
Prime Minister’s Office confirms Uzi Arad visited India
Published: 01.04.10, 17:22 / Israel News
The Prime Minister’s Office confirmed Monday that National Security Advisor Uzi Arad has visited India and met with his Indian counterpart for “a periodic discussion”.
Abbas: Building freeze needed prior to peace talks
Published: 01.04.10, 13:10 / Israel News
Palestinians President Mahmoud Abbas met in Sharm a-Sheikh with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak. Following the meeting, Abbas said that a complete cessation of settlement building is needed before peace talks can be taken up again.
PM: Peace talks should be renewed with *no* preconditions
Published: 01.04.10, 14:45 / Israel News
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said at the beginning of the Likud faction meeting Monday that “since the instatement of the government I have been calling for a resumption of negotiations with the Palestinians with no preconditions. I believe that the negotiations for the very start of negotiations have delayed us long enough.”
SAUDI AIR STRIKES!
Yemen Shi’ite rebels say 16 dead in Saudi airstrikes
Published: 01.04.10, 10:33 / Israel News
Yemeni Shi’ite rebels who have launched a rebellion in the north of the poorest Arab country said on Monday Saudi Arabian warplanes killed 16 Yemenis in a barrage of strikes over two days in the Yemen-Saudi border area.
WHILE EVERYONE BLAMES RUSSIA:
Report: Chinese firms evade US Iran sanctions
Published: 01.04.10, 07:36 / Israel News
Chinese companies accused of selling missile technology to Iran have managed to get around a US trade ban, with millions of dollars worth of goods from these companies shipped to the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. (Reuters)
Well now..this is news to me. Are agencies aware enough of Khat to identify it when encountered? Just what we need another item to deal with from other countries.
Is there much of this in schools yet?
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