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News You May Have Missed
Author: BobR
Date: 09/18/2009 12:47:50
The current news cycle has gone something like this: health care bill, racism, health care bill, racism, health care bill, sports, weather, racism, health care bill, racism, health care bill, racism.... It's a big world out there; surely there are other newsworthy things going on. So - as an occasional ongoing service to our readers, here are some of the news items you may have missed.
Commando raid in Somalia is latest in covert operations across the globe:
This could be considered a good thing. Rather than costly (both in dollars and lives) invasions and occupations, the nasties are taken out "surgically". Of course, if they screw it up and kill innocents in another country, that's a diplomatic nightmare at best.
US Spec Ops operates psywar websites...:
Nice. Yet another reason to verify everything you read on the internet through other sources.
IAEA Conceals Evidence Iran Nuke Docs Were Forged:
Bomb bomb bomb, bomb bomb Iran, Senator McCain? Really?
And now back to your regularly scheduled program...
Commando raid in Somalia is latest in covert operations across the globe:
Yesterday's daring raid in southern Somalia that targeted and killed a senior al Qaeda leader wanted for several deadly attacks is the latest in a series of covert operations carried out by US and allied special operations. At least four other high-profile raids by ground forces took place in Pakistan, Madagascar, and Syria over the past several years, while others have gone unreported, according to US officials.
[...]
Other such direct action missions have taken place but have avoided the scrutiny of the media, US intelligence officials told The Long War Journal.
This could be considered a good thing. Rather than costly (both in dollars and lives) invasions and occupations, the nasties are taken out "surgically". Of course, if they screw it up and kill innocents in another country, that's a diplomatic nightmare at best.
US Spec Ops operates psywar websites...:
The secretive US Special Operations Command (SOCOM) has awarded arms globocorp General Dynamics a $10m contract to set up a network of psychological-warfare "influence websites" supporting the Global War On Terror. France and Britain are specifically included as "targeted regions".
SOCOM is principally famous for its large contingents of elite, secret operatives from all four US armed services (Navy SEALs, Green Berets, Delta Force, Team-6/DevGru, "the Activity" etc etc). What's less well-known about the organisation is that it also includes the US forces' active psychological-warfare apparatus. According (pdf) to the 4th Airborne Psychological Operations Group - the only full-time psywar unit in the US Army, and part of SOCOM.
Nice. Yet another reason to verify everything you read on the internet through other sources.
IAEA Conceals Evidence Iran Nuke Docs Were Forged:
The International Atomic Energy Agency says its present objective regarding Iran is to try to determine whether the intelligence documents purportedly showing a covert Iranian nuclear weapons programme from 2001 to 2003 are authentic or not. The problem, according to its reports, is that Iran refuses to help clarify the issue.
But the IAEA has refused to acknowledge publicly significant evidence brought to its attention by Iran that the documents were fabricated, and has made little, if any, effort to test the authenticity of the intelligence documents or to question officials of the governments holding them, IPS has learned.
[...]
In fact, however, Iran has submitted serious evidence that the documents are fraudulent. Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations in Vienna, Ambassador Ali Asghar Soltanieh, told us in an interview he had pointed out to a team of IAEA officials in a meeting on the documents in Tehran in spring 2008 that none of the supposedly top secret military documents had any security markings of any kind, and that purported letters from defence ministry officials lacked Iranian government seals.
Bomb bomb bomb, bomb bomb Iran, Senator McCain? Really?
And now back to your regularly scheduled program...
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Comment by 
BobR on 09/18/2009 12:50:36
BobR on 09/18/2009 12:50:36
Sorry for the lame blog this morning. My alarm didn't go off and I had to scramble something up...
Comment by 
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 12:52:21
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 12:52:21
Morning all. Take a gander at this if you already haven't. "Glenn Beck is so logical".
Comment by 
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 12:56:37
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 12:56:37
Morning all & Happy Fridee! I'd dance like a banana but I'm frackin' tired.
Hey Bobber.. I guess you were the beneficiary of the sleep I was supposed to get huh?
Hey Bobber.. I guess you were the beneficiary of the sleep I was supposed to get huh?
Comment by 
Raine on 09/18/2009 13:13:32
Raine on 09/18/2009 13:13:32
Good Morning! 
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 13:14:42
Heya VJ! How have things been going?
Raine on 09/18/2009 13:14:42
Quote by velveeta jones:
Morning all. Take a gander at this if you already haven't. "Glenn Beck is so logical".
Comment by BobR on 09/18/2009 13:28:37
BobR on 09/18/2009 13:28:37
Comment by BobR on 09/18/2009 13:57:05
BobR on 09/18/2009 13:57:05
This is a year old (and I missed it then), but it's still quite amusing: Beck accosted by trucker at truck stop
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 14:36:57
Raine on 09/18/2009 14:36:57
ok -- Seriously?
HEre is your GOP Senate Candidate!
Antigay Mass. Senate Candidate Posed Nude
Massachusetts Republican state senator Scott Brown is running for the late Ted Kennedy's U.S. Senate seat on a fiscally conservative, antigay ticket. Wonder if he felt so conservative when he bared all for Cosmo in 1982?
HEre is your GOP Senate Candidate!
Antigay Mass. Senate Candidate Posed Nude
Massachusetts Republican state senator Scott Brown is running for the late Ted Kennedy's U.S. Senate seat on a fiscally conservative, antigay ticket. Wonder if he felt so conservative when he bared all for Cosmo in 1982?
Comment by 
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 14:58:07
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 14:58:07
Hello all. Hangover. Feel not good. I will be on fainting couch with an ice pack.
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 15:06:35
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 15:06:35
GOP Leadership Worried About Damage to Party's Reputation by Bachmann Really? What reputation is that?
Really? What reputation is that?
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 15:10:57
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 15:10:57
You know the last thing I need when I have a hangover is Jeff the right wing tool.
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 15:55:35
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 15:55:35
Oh wow man.. we just got a feedback email on the website from an absolute wingnut! Give me a little while and I'll post a transcript - plus my bosses' sugar-dagger reply!
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 15:58:54
To say my life is hectic is an understatement!!!!
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 15:58:54
Quote by Raine:Heya VJ! How have things been going?Quote by velveeta jones:
Morning all. Take a gander at this if you already haven't. "Glenn Beck is so logical".
To say my life is hectic is an understatement!!!!
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:06:46
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:06:46
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :
I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 16:10:07
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 16:10:07
Quote by Scoopster:
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:19:17
I'm not surprised.. He's a Republican after all. Oh right I forgot to mention he's from San Jose CA.
Anyways, here's the boss man's reply:
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:19:17
Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Scoopster:
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
I'm not surprised.. He's a Republican after all. Oh right I forgot to mention he's from San Jose CA.
Anyways, here's the boss man's reply:
Thanks for using VisitNewEngland.com
Basing your travel plans on the decisions of politicians doesn't sound like a way to relax. In that vein you could rule out South Carolina for its embarrassing politicians. Ohio, with its slew of corrupt Republicans, should not even be a state to fly over. And in your own state it seems every wingnut group, left or right, gets its law passed by being on the ballot. Texas with the ol' double-whammy of George Bush and Tom DeLay caused more harm, and paved the way for corporate thievery, on a much wider scale than a relatively small community action organization.
So yes, New England is liberal and it's reflected in our representatives. But we welcome all visitors. Leave the politics behind and enjoy foliage, seafood, apples, cities, farms and friendly people, who care about being gracious hosts and have no concern about where you stand politically.
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:27:14
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:27:14
Now playing on the WCCC mosheen - Midnight Oil / Blue Sky Mine 
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 16:34:09
That is awesome!!!!
And now it is time for some lunch! Laters!
Raine on 09/18/2009 16:34:09
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Scoopster:
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
I'm not surprised.. He's a Republican after all. Oh right I forgot to mention he's from San Jose CA.
Anyways, here's the boss man's reply:Thanks for using VisitNewEngland.com
Basing your travel plans on the decisions of politicians doesn't sound like a way to relax. In that vein you could rule out South Carolina for its embarrassing politicians. Ohio, with its slew of corrupt Republicans, should not even be a state to fly over. And in your own state it seems every wingnut group, left or right, gets its law passed by being on the ballot. Texas with the ol' double-whammy of George Bush and Tom DeLay caused more harm, and paved the way for corporate thievery, on a much wider scale than a relatively small community action organization.
So yes, New England is liberal and it's reflected in our representatives. But we welcome all visitors. Leave the politics behind and enjoy foliage, seafood, apples, cities, farms and friendly people, who care about being gracious hosts and have no concern about where you stand politically.
That is awesome!!!! And now it is time for some lunch! Laters!
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:48:07
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 16:48:07
Google is just dangerous man..
I just looked up the guy's name - he's a cop in Los Altos and a "training coordinator" at Stanford whatever that means.
I just looked up the guy's name - he's a cop in Los Altos and a "training coordinator" at Stanford whatever that means.
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 16:54:39
Love the boss' response, he didn't pull his punches at all. Yet the verbal pummeling was done with a welcoming smile on his face.
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 16:54:39
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Scoopster:
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
I'm not surprised.. He's a Republican after all. Oh right I forgot to mention he's from San Jose CA.
Anyways, here's the boss man's reply:Thanks for using VisitNewEngland.com
Basing your travel plans on the decisions of politicians doesn't sound like a way to relax. In that vein you could rule out South Carolina for its embarrassing politicians. Ohio, with its slew of corrupt Republicans, should not even be a state to fly over. And in your own state it seems every wingnut group, left or right, gets its law passed by being on the ballot. Texas with the ol' double-whammy of George Bush and Tom DeLay caused more harm, and paved the way for corporate thievery, on a much wider scale than a relatively small community action organization.
So yes, New England is liberal and it's reflected in our representatives. But we welcome all visitors. Leave the politics behind and enjoy foliage, seafood, apples, cities, farms and friendly people, who care about being gracious hosts and have no concern about where you stand politically.
Love the boss' response, he didn't pull his punches at all. Yet the verbal pummeling was done with a welcoming smile on his face.
Comment by 
livingonli on 09/18/2009 17:36:21
livingonli on 09/18/2009 17:36:21
A belated good day to everyone. Currently very busy right now trying to sort a few things out. I will talk to everyone about it when things settle down.
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 18:10:59
Hope everything is ok, Liv.
Raine on 09/18/2009 18:10:59
Quote by livingonli:
A belated good day to everyone. Currently very busy right now trying to sort a few things out. I will talk to everyone about it when things settle down.
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:31:16
Love it! Can I come work for ya'll? As long as I don't have to go North of the m-D line?
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:31:16
Quote by Scoopster:Quote by Mondobubba:Quote by Scoopster:
Here's the feedback email we got.. keep in mind what state I live & work in :I was planning a Fall Colors trip to Vermont on September 25th for approximately a week. My wife and I planned to stay in Bed & Breakfast Inns and enjoy the beauty of your State. After learning of Pat Leahy and Bernie Sanders on-going support for a criminal enterprise called Acorn, I have had a change of heart. We have decided instead to by-pass your state and visit New Hampshire or Maine. Places which seem better suited to our values.
A little hazy on the geography, isn't he?
I'm not surprised.. He's a Republican after all. Oh right I forgot to mention he's from San Jose CA.
Anyways, here's the boss man's reply:Thanks for using VisitNewEngland.com
Basing your travel plans on the decisions of politicians doesn't sound like a way to relax. In that vein you could rule out South Carolina for its embarrassing politicians. Ohio, with its slew of corrupt Republicans, should not even be a state to fly over. And in your own state it seems every wingnut group, left or right, gets its law passed by being on the ballot. Texas with the ol' double-whammy of George Bush and Tom DeLay caused more harm, and paved the way for corporate thievery, on a much wider scale than a relatively small community action organization.
So yes, New England is liberal and it's reflected in our representatives. But we welcome all visitors. Leave the politics behind and enjoy foliage, seafood, apples, cities, farms and friendly people, who care about being gracious hosts and have no concern about where you stand politically.
Love it! Can I come work for ya'll? As long as I don't have to go North of the m-D line?
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 18:32:17
Raine on 09/18/2009 18:32:17
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:32:24
Man that woman seriously needs a name change. She sounds like a problem that only an Ob-Gyn could fix.
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:32:24
Quote by Raine:
Oily Taint Strikes again!!!
Man that woman seriously needs a name change. She sounds like a problem that only an Ob-Gyn could fix.
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 18:39:38
Raine on 09/18/2009 18:39:38
Damn I bet a lot of people are sorry they missed this... 
(I bet even more people are pissed that it was reported. )
(I bet even more people are pissed that it was reported. )
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 18:40:40
Except she has a pre-existing condition... Moonbatshite crazy.
I seriously want to know who funds her. How come no one is looking it that?
Raine on 09/18/2009 18:40:40
Quote by velveeta jones:Quote by Raine:
Oily Taint Strikes again!!!
Man that woman seriously needs a name change. She sounds like a problem that only an Ob-Gyn could fix.
I seriously want to know who funds her. How come no one is looking it that?
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:41:01
Especially when I just now noticed how you spelled it! OMG that is so perfect!!!
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 18:41:01
Quote by velveeta jones:Quote by Raine:
Oily Taint Strikes again!!!
Man that woman seriously needs a name change. She sounds like a problem that only an Ob-Gyn could fix.
Especially when I just now noticed how you spelled it! OMG that is so perfect!!!
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 19:08:52
It's Friday Yah Bastads!
Bounce them if ya got em!
Raine on 09/18/2009 19:08:52
Bounce them if ya got em!
Comment by Scoopster on 09/18/2009 19:13:25
Scoopster on 09/18/2009 19:13:25
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 19:39:36
Did you check out the other pot related stories? Pot growing "Potter" actor gets community service.
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 19:39:36
Quote by Raine:
Damn I bet a lot of people are sorry they missed this...
(I bet even more people are pissed that it was reported. )
Did you check out the other pot related stories? Pot growing "Potter" actor gets community service.
Comment by Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 20:25:08
Mondobubba on 09/18/2009 20:25:08
Before I get ready to go game, I leave you with this question:
Michael Steele, Oreo or Uncle Tom? Discuss.
Michael Steele, Oreo or Uncle Tom? Discuss.
Comment by 
clintster on 09/18/2009 20:53:16
clintster on 09/18/2009 20:53:16
Oh noes! Keyboard Cat gets Kanye'd.
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:24:22
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:24:22
Like clockwork: Michelle Obama shows up in public, and Republicans make stupid, vulgar comments. bondage belt? REALLY?
Yes. Really.
Yes. Really.
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:31:30
I would prefer to not call him an uncle Tom. I am already a racist in the eyes of the GOP, let's not add flames to the fire. 
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:31:30
Quote by Mondobubba:
Before I get ready to go game, I leave you with this question:
Michael Steele, Oreo or Uncle Tom? Discuss.
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:33:04
Ihave been WAITING for this! Thanks Clint!
(I am now -- once again off the Keyboard Cat Wagon -- I just can't quit him...)
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:33:04
Quote by clintster:
Oh noes! Keyboard Cat gets Kanye'd.
Ihave been WAITING for this! Thanks Clint!
(I am now -- once again off the Keyboard Cat Wagon -- I just can't quit him...)
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:43:47
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:43:47
Heh... I forgot this little gem I made last year... Good times, good times...
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:51:09
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:51:09
Oh I almost forgot!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 21:51:43
Raine on 09/18/2009 21:51:43
I am scared that my Muses are going to become a pre-existing Condition....
Comment by Raine on 09/18/2009 22:36:05
Raine on 09/18/2009 22:36:05
Sounds like Meghan McCain has a great future in Politics:
@McCainBlogette Any girls tried this pole dancing exercise? one of my girlfriends is trying to convince me its an amazing workout. I think it sounds intense
Comment by velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 23:00:05
velveeta jones on 09/18/2009 23:00:05
That "Oily Taint" has had me snickering all day long! And reminds me, must jot off an email:
Dear Ms Taitz,
My girlfriends and I are starting a death metal band and really hope you will be honored that we want to use your moniker. We will soon be debuting The Orly Taitz.
Rock ON.
Velveeta Jones aka "Anal Mistake" bass.
Dear Ms Taitz,
My girlfriends and I are starting a death metal band and really hope you will be honored that we want to use your moniker. We will soon be debuting The Orly Taitz.
Rock ON.
Velveeta Jones aka "Anal Mistake" bass.