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From Cheerleader to Enemy of the State

From the Book RADICAL PEACE: People Refusing War published by Trine Day.

(OLDENBURG, Germany) - The long, flouncy curls from Judy Davis's cheerleader days are gone. Her straight blonde hair is now cut short. Large blue eyes stand out in a face pale without makeup.

Her soft Southern drawl has an undertone of determination. "It's taken me awhile, but now I'm glad to be considered an 'unsuitable influence.'

Veteran Suicides: Deployed for Destruction

If this story isn’t a condemnation of the Army’s Infantry philosophy I can’t imagine what is.

(MOLALLA, Ore.) - I argued with myself about reading the heartbreaking story in The Oregonian headline August 28, 2011 Deployed Against Suicide which was a story about the suicide of Matthew Brennan, an Oregon National Guard Iraq War PTSD victim.

The Oregonian did a superb job of showing what destruction the American Army does to its young soldiers. His story is typical and should reflect badly on the “system” if they really have one.

A Video All Americans Should Watch

Many of the most serious dangers facing Americans today stem from our "special relationship" with Israel

(LONDON) - Our uniquely massive support for Israel has cost trillions of dollars and multitudes of lives. It has diminished our moral standing in the world, lessened our domestic freedoms, and exposed us to unnecessary and growing peril.

The majority of Americans – as well as our diplomatic and military experts – oppose this unique relationship. Yet, the lobby for Israel continues to foment policies that are disastrous for our nation and tragic for the region.

Merkley Statement on Trip to Afghanistan

“The political system is dysfunctional, leaving enormous questions regarding the presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for 2013 and 2014" - Jeff Merkley

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released the following statement after returning from a Congressional Delegation trip to Afghanistan.

“You can’t meet with our troops overseas and not be blown away by their skill, dedication, and sacrifice. They undertake and accomplish amazing things under incredibly difficult conditions every day, and it was an honor to spend time with them.

Pat Tillman Story Illustrates Continuing Government Coverups

It is a felony NOT to report accusations of Treason In Wartime to a Federal Judge or the President of The United States.

(LOS ANGELES) - Pat Tillman's deadly event, coverup and the continued denial of facts and circumstances proves that the pattern of 'strategic silence' and treason continues to be the modus operundi of the US government and the political forces running it.

The following unanswered letters show blatant disregard for the exposure of treason in wartime on the part of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence(?) during the past decade.

With Wikileaks Dead, New 9/11 Deception Ploy In Motion

Using Clarke, ”Mr. Small Potatoes,” to peddle poor George Tenet as mastermind of the crime of the century, all I can say is “Good luck with that.”

(CINCINNATI ) - Last week, conspiracy buffs were given a magic revelation regarding 9/11. Richard Clarke pointed the finger at former CIA director, George Tenet, declaring the CIA “allowed” the 9/11 hijackers to operate freely. The rationale?

Tenet and the CIA had plans to use “them” in some way, maybe turn them into secret double agents, even triple agents. What’s wrong with this picture?

His Last Act was one of Kindness and Brotherhood

The ultimate loss...

(SAN DIEGO) - Officer Jeremy Henwood, 36, a San Diego police officer, was gunned down in an unprovoked attack.

Dejon Marquee White, 23, is believed to be the individual who shot and killed Officer Henwood and was himself killed by police not long after the shooting of Officer Henwood.

Navy SEALS Brothers In Arms

Even in Afghanistan, such an extensive loss of life is rare.

(CLEVELAND) - Much has been expressed about the recent deaths of almost three dozen U.S. servicemen in Afghanistan who were reportedly shot down in a CH-47 helicopter.

A terrible loss was experienced, and it is very rare for anything like this to take place even in Afghanistan, with such an extensive loss of life.

What has Happened to Veterans Today?

As the 10th anniversary draws closer, the disinformationists are cranking up their propaganda machines to try and divert attention away from the really serious issues.

(BANGKOK, Thailand) - For some time now, Veterans Today has been hosting my videos and a few of my articles, and my relations with them have been cordial, up until a few weeks ago when the notorious James Fetzer suddenly appeared out of nowhere, as a contributor, dredging up the almost-laid-to-rest No-Planes-in-New York theory.

Are Wars Inevitable?

We can create a society that meets human needs and distributes the world's resources more evenly. We can live at peace with one another.

(OLDERBURG, Germany) - "We've always had wars. Humans are a warring species. Without an army to defend us, someone will always try to conquer us."

These assumptions have become axioms of our culture.