…according to former U.S. Army Sgt. Josh Korder, who served with Berghdahl in Afghanistan. There is really almost no other conclusion one can draw from the facts that are coming out about Bergdahl’s departure from his unit five years ago. … Continue reading →
I’ll start by saying that Nureyev was not my favorite dancer, although I saw him perform in person many times and appreciated his blazing energy and the excitement he brought to the stage whenever he danced. He was Dionysian rather … Continue reading →
And it was already plenty thick enough. Reaction in Kabul: On the streets of the capital Kabul many expressed anger at the decision to release the five men, a contrast with scenes of celebration in Bergdahl’s home town in Idaho. … Continue reading →
We all knew this sort of thing was bound to happen: The Colorado’s Civil Rights Commission has ordered a suburban Denver baker named Jack Phillips to make wedding cakes for same-sex couples, finding that his religious objections do not supersede … Continue reading →
Let’s see if I’ve got this straight. We have Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl, released in exchange for five of the most notorious Taliban terrorists held in Guantanamo, the place Obama keeps saying he wants to empty. This certainly helps to empty … Continue reading →
…a big box of Kleenex if you’re going to watch this one: I like country music because I really like lyrics, and country music songs often have schmaltzy but really fine lyrics, resembling short and accessible old-fashioned poems. A few … Continue reading →
…has been released. I’m glad he’s out. But we gave them five Guantanamo prisoners in exchange. Who are they? Some very bad guys, apparently: The detainees are believed to be the most senior Afghans still held at the prison. They … Continue reading →
I’ve noted that now that the battle for gay marriage has all but ended, transgender rights seem to be next on the agenda. You know, I’ve got nothing against transgendered people. Based on the fairly extensive research I’ve read, both … Continue reading →
Actually, if might be more than one more thing. In the comments thread of the post about his departure yesterday, commenter “Lizzy” wrote of the press secretary position: Yes, it’s an awful job, but imagine how much harder it would … Continue reading →
I’ve been reluctant so far to place blame on the authorities in Santa Barbara who saw nothing amiss on a visit to Elliot Rodger after his parents had alerted them to an alarming video and asked them to check on … Continue reading →
Jay Carney steps down as Obama’s press secretary. I can’t believe he lasted as long as he did. What an awful, awful job. His successor is named Josh Earnest, which sounds like a joke name but is not.
Continue reading →The plan is for me to be interviewed by Lars Larson today, around 6:45 PM Eastern time (3:45 PM Pacific time). The general topic will be the Ibrahim Ishag case, although other things might come up. The interview should last … Continue reading →