Daily Archives: September 12, 2010

Ghost of a flea: Dear General Petraeus

There is a bit in the constitution about the army being constrained by civil authority. The context is a Southern Preacher going to burn a few Korans. Dear General Petraeus If burning a book endangers the troops, the troops should … Continue reading

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The Koran-burning Florida …

The Koran-burning Florida pastor would’ve been smarter to drop it in urine. The ensuing elite rationalizations would make great comedy. via Twitter / le chateau: The Koran-burning Florida ….

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Comment of the day.

This is clearly not me. But in my field, you persist with projects where there is benefit for you and the people you are trying to help. This requires effort. It does not come on a plate. I’m a successful … Continue reading

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Mercy and Justice.

A couple of weeks ago I was talking to a woman who was in great distress. She was demanding what she saw as Justice. She felt she had not had her distress about some health problems (which were pretty distressing) … Continue reading

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