Here is the full text of Mubarak’s speech in translation. There’s a lot in there about “dialogue,” or some Egyptian term that’s translated as dialogue. He sounds like a Democrat already! And this part seems to be a slap in … Continue reading →
Obama can’t say they didn’t warn him.
Continue reading →Mubarak says that the reports of his resignation are greatly exaggerated. You may note that when I wrote earlier today about the predictions that he’d be leaving, I hedged a bit by saying, “That’s the report, anyway.” My skepticism came … Continue reading →
That’s the report, anyway. He’s about to give a speech some time today to announce his resignation, and according to the Fox article I just linked, the Egyptian Higher Council of the Armed Forces will take over. Other sources, including … Continue reading →
now feels bad.
Continue reading →“Fit, fun, and classy.” Well, two out of three ain’t bad (hint: scroll down for photo). Also rather dumb. What married member of Congress would, in this day and age, send shirtless pictures to an unknown woman on Craigslist and … Continue reading →
Here’s more about a topic we’ll probably revisit many times to come: what are Obama’s chances in 2012? The fortuitously-named Sean Trende offers an interesting analysis based on how approval ratings affect elections. But I remain convinced that such speculation … Continue reading →
For obvious reasons, several people have sent me this link to a NY Times article on the overwhelming presence of liberals in the field of personality and social psychology. Conservatives? This group has barely ever heard of em, except perhaps … Continue reading →
…except for the fact that Joel isn’t there. So say goodbye: [NOTE: I became a huge fan of “Northern Exposure,” although I was a bit late since I’d missed it the first time around. I watched all the episodes in … Continue reading →
The UK’s David Cameron has followed in Angela Merkel’s footstops and condemned the policy of multiculturalism which has led to the failure of many immigrants in Britain to adopt the culture and values of their new homeland. His words were … Continue reading →
I’ve got a new article up at PJ, on the dilemma the situation in Egypt presents for neocons and anyone who loves liberty.
Continue reading →My first thought was my goodness, that’s an awful lot of money for a blog. But it turns out they were really purchasing Arianna herself—her business acumen, that is. And I think it’s interesting that there are 6,000 bloggers working … Continue reading →