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Donald Trump sniped back at Khizr Khan, who delivered a memorable speech at the Democratic National Convention, with eight words: "I'd like to hear his wife say something." In his address Thursday night, Muslim lawyer Khizr Khan talked about sacrifice and heroism of his son, Humayun.

Seoul, Korea6 April 1951My dearest Helen, Patty and Chuckie,    Yesterday brought me a letter from you but I didn't answer it last night as I was quite tired and laid down for a few minutes but fell asleep only to wake up at 11:00 PM still tired so I got into bed. Tonight I am duty officer but hope to get a good night sleep.    I doubt it was a pleasant change for you having Marshall and Marie stay for a while and play a few cards and I surely hope you all had a pleasant evening, considering.    Honey, your...

I saw a clip of this episode on Glen Beck...thought I'd share it if you haven't yet seen it... If the embedded shockwave player is not visible, go to the Source link.

British Royal Marines wait aboard Iraqi Navy Ship P 101 in the Persian Gulf. The Royal Marines will embark HMS Cornwall (F 99) in support of Maritime Security Operations. MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material.

See an outstanding video on the U.S. Navy in Review 2006

The following book was found in an elementary school in Central Texas. It's nice to know that at least one book in an elementary school extolls traditional, honest values!Checkout who was the inspiration for this book...

My Son’s Mother Cried On November 4, 1979 The American Embassy in Tehran was seized by approximately 500 Iranian students. At about 6:30am that morning, “Muslim student followers of the Imam’s line” gathered and reviewed their battle plans. Metal cutters where used to sever the embassy gate chains. With the Marine guards vastly outnumbered, the embassy was easily overrun. Initially 66 people were taken hostage of which 52 remained hostages for 444 days. The world was in turmoil. My son’s mother cried. She wasn’t a mother yet but soon to be. Why would I want to bring a child into...

Bill goes absolutely ballistic after an ad by son of Bill Moyers accuses Bill of being an apologist for Republicans!

Bush 47%, Gore 41% Updated Monday, 10/30 at 12:01 A.M. EDT. Next update by 2 A.M. Tuesday. Electoral Tracking

American Petroleum Institute Consumer Information The Truth about Oil Industry Profits There has been much hype in recent months about oil industry profits. Headlines point to "record" increases. Industry’s critics chastise oil companies for gaining "unconscionable" profits. On the nightly news and talk shows, we hear repeated complaints about "profit increases of 100 percent" or more, depending on the company. The oil industry defends itself, arguing that profits are reasonable. Press releases are lobbed back and forth. In the end, the issue dies down and the industry’s critics and the media move on to the next controversy without much ...

Grades and dollars Does higher spending on education produce higher test scores?  Not necessarily, according to a recently released state-by-state comparison of how students from demographically similar backgrounds performed on standardized tests.   Test Scores Test Scores Spending Spending Rank Points above U.S. average* Rank Yearly per student** 1. Texas  5.6 24 $5,650 2. Wisconsin  4.8  9  6,700 3. Iowa  4.1 21  5,940 4. Maine  3.4  3  7,750 5. N. Dakota  2.8 20  5,970         46. Alabama -4.5 42  4,340 47. W. Virginia -4.6 14  6,350 48. Mississippi -4.7 43  4,000 49. Louisiana -5.3 29  5,430 50. ...

Louis Farrakhan African Name Generator Louis Farrakhan African Name Generator Results Throw away the white man's name of: Clinton From this day forward, you shall be known by all your brothers and sisters as: Sheetswa --> In order to get the most out of your new cool sounding African name you need to have it legally changed. Changing your name is a rather simple process which involves the following: Filling out a couple of forms. Take the completed forms to the Clerk of the Court's office at your local County Superior Courthouse for approval and filing. Obtain a hearing ...