I am certain that most Americans do not have a clue what transpired this week at the meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (aka SCO). It is a clarion call,…
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The Facts About Iran and Terrorism
When emotion rules the day facts do not matter. Sadly, that is the reality we confront when it comes to talking about Iran and terrorism. The U.S. Government and almost…
There Will Be Blood
America's naive belief in the miracle of the assassination fantasy, especially when applied in the Middle East, reminds me of an Alzheimer's patient who believes in magic beans but fails…
Did Donald Trump Light the Fuse on a New Middle East War?
What is the end game with Iran? That is the question that Donald Trump and his advisors should have answered before giving the green light to kill the head of…
Iran, We Got to Do Something?
Like a Japanese Kabuki dance Washington is in the grasp of War theater. Many pundits and members of Congress are filling the airwaves and offering up quotes demanding action. Demanding…
Will Donald Trump Kill His Presidency Over Iran
Donald Trump appears to be on the verge of doing what the "Never Trumpers" could not–destroy his Presidency and make re-election impossible. It all boils down to whether or not…
Iran Is Not a Major Sponsor of Terrorism, Not Even Close
Self-delusion and denial with regards to Iran's alleged status as the leading sponsor of international terrorism are rampant in Washington and among the punditry. It is crazy, it is dishonest…
The Iranian and Russian Jabberwocky
I consider myself a student of history. I have done quite a bit of reading over the years and believe I have a pretty firm grasp on the road we…