The politics and policies of Israel have a unique position in America for being almost completely above reproach.
However, that is not true within Israel itself, where political self-criticism is still tolerated, and lately there has been alarming developments and statements from the highest levels of government that require our attention.
Back in MrJayTee’s blog a couple of Sunday’s ago, I had addressed the victory of Sadiq Khan for London’s mayor and Labour’s results discussing the context in which they had taken place. This included an incredibly racist and Islamophobic campaign by Zac Goldsmith and a clear victory for Sadiq Khan.
Yes, that is at least in bad taste as there is nothing particularly happy about this day, but "Angry Al-Nakba Day!" and "Despairing Al-Nakba Day!" just don't cut it for me and besides, it illustrates a seriously awful point.
My favorite blogger is freelance journalist and author Jane Stillwater. She goes everywhere. She even went to Iraq a couple of times, self-funded.
Here's a link to her latest blog post:
"For in order for capitalism to work — in order for it to produce a good and a stable society — the traditional Christian virtues are essential."
Antonin Scalia
“In a time of universal deceit - telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” — George Orwell
Remember when VP Biden made the "gaffe" of telling the truth about Turkey and Saudi Arabia aiding terrorists?
It's the unwritten rule of diplomacy to never speak the truth.
The West Rightly Condemns Isis Vandalism of Ancient Sites – But Not When the Saudis Do It
Explosives pulverize historic sites in the Middle East, bulldozers erase ancient tombs and shrines, historic forts are torn down and Ottoman facades destroyed. The home of the favourite wife of the most revered man in an entire religion is even turned into a block of toilets. How can the world prevent this wicked desecration and extinction of a heritage that belongs to all mankind? I am, of course, referring to those iconoclastic Wahhabi-Salafist Muslim head-choppers … the Saudis!
This evening's music features The Godfather of Soul, James Brown. Enjoy!
James Brown - Papa's got a brand new bag
This evening's music features blues steel guitar player Freddie Roulette and r&b singer Tyrone Davis. Enjoy!
Freddie Roulette - End of the Blues
This evening's music features jazz composer Duke Ellington. Enjoy!
Duke Ellington - Blues In Orbit
