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Libya--To Invade or not to Invade: that is the Question

Why is the US so concerned with the plight of the Libyans when we recently killed over one million innocent Iraqis?

(JAMESTOWN, R.I.) - While the British have been caught red handed with a small contingent of military sneaking into Libya, the US continues to build up and get prepared for a military intervention as well.

One has to wonder why? The administration would argue that military intervention might be needed to protect the people of Libya; despite the rebels having made it abundantly clear on many recent occasions they do not want, or need outside intervention.

Gaza`s Youth: Hopes Broken at 15 March End Of Division Demonstration

“The people want an end to the division”

(GAZA CITY) - Yesterday the Gaza Strip woke up to bright sun, a sign of a new season heading our way.

But by the time evening fell upon us, you could count the broken bones among the Palestinians and this meant a new political season rather than a mere weather forecast.

Truly Audacious Hope tells a Story of Truth and Connection

"HOPE has two children. The first is ANGER at the way things are. The second is COURAGE to DO SOMETHING about it" - St. Augustine

(CLERMONT, Fla) - “Hopi” means Peaceful People, and the truest and greatest power is the strength of peace. Because Peace is the Will of the Great Spirit.

But do not think that just because the True Hopi People have been told by the Great Spirit never to take up arms that the True Hopi People will not fight, even die for what we know to be the right way of Life. The True Hopi People Know how to fight without killing or hurting.

No Fly Zone over Israel- An Interview With Gilad Atzmon

For the conflict to be resolved the Jewish state has to give up on its tribal supremacist ideology" - Gilad Atzmon

(LONDON) - Introduction by Gilad Atzmon: In the coming days I will write a summery of our German tour, but I can already confirm that the amount of press we received here is huge.

Clearly, the German press and public are open to discuss issues to do with Palestine, Zionism and the role of Jewish Identity. Our movement is growing rapidly. All we need is to be brave enough to speak out.

Where Might the `Wrong Track` Lead?

IF the Obama administration is to be believed, it didn’t have advance notice of the Saudi move.

(LONDON) - In the early days of the demonstrations of people power on Arab streets it could have been said (some did say) that they were a huge setback for all the various forces of violent Islamic extremism.

This because the demonstrations, in Egypt especially, seemed to be sending a clear signal - that change could be brought about by peaceful means on a non-sectarian basis. But...

UN Authorizes Air Strikes Against Gaddafi`s Forces in Libya

UN goes to war against Gaddafi.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Look for a quick air strike against Muammar Al-Gaddafi. France said they could strike within hours. It's now dark in Libya, but a daylight attack against his forces may be imminent.

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called on Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Al-Gaddafi’s Government Wednesday to cease hostilities immediately, warning that a potential assault on the rebel-held city of Benghazi could endanger huge numbers of civilians.

U.S. vs. World: America`s Strange Case of Split Personality

We need government that protects rights for everybody. Otherwise, we’re all in serious trouble.

(PHOENIX, Ariz.) - Several news items this week remind me that Americans suffer from a sort of "split personality" that places the United States outside the mainstream when compared with many other industrialized nations.

We consider our country a democracy, where everyone’s rights are honored, but we’re failing in many areas. Consider this week’s examples...

On the 8th Anniversary of Rachel Corrie`s Stand in Gaza

A Message from Craig and Cindy Corrie:

(OLYMPIA, Wash.) - On Wednesday, March 16th, we mark the eighth anniversary of our daughter Rachel's stand in Rafah, Gaza, to protect a family's right to be safe and secure in their home, and the rights of all Palestinians to self-determination, freedom, equality, and security in the same measure as their Israeli neighbors.

Here in Olympia, Washington – our hometown and Rachel's – our family, the Rachel Corrie Foundation for Peace and Justice, and our community will mark this anniversary with an event that emphasizes three components: community-building, education, and action.

Bahrain`s One-Woman Democracy

CNN confuses female Bahraini ambassador for man as unarmed protesters are shot at point-blank range by Bahraini police.

(ISTANBUL) - Tired of hearing about the deadly repression of pro-democracy demonstrators by the Bahraini regime?

Treat yourself to the recent Haaretz profile of Houda Ezra Ebrahim Nonoo, Bahrain’s ambassador to the U.S.

Flowers of Arab Spring Will Bloom in the Desert

Saudi Arabia should focus on improving the lot of its own people instead of invading other countries.

(TEHRAN) - Saudi Arabia’s decision to send troops to Bahrain to put down an uprising in the neighboring country is not going to prevent the Arab spring of 2011 from blooming in the dessert kingdom.

The Saudi invasion, made on the “invitation” of Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and after the visit of U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates, will most probably backfire.