from the March issue of the Future of Freedom Foundation’s Freedom Daily… The Folly of Blindly Trusting Government by James Bovard Democracy breeds gullibility. Lord Bryce observed in 1921, “State action became less distrusted the more the State itself was seen to be passing under popular control.” The rise of democracy made it much easier […]
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Max Blumenthal’s Excellent Analysis of Israeli Attack on the Flotilla
Gee, I can’t understand why the Washington Post missed all the key details that Max Blumenthal rounded up from Israeli published sources (in Hebrew and English). The Flotilla Raid Was Not “Bungled.” The IDF Detailed Its Violent Strategy In Advance. The Israeli military broadcast its plan for violence, inciting the Israeli public and the soldiers […]
Podcast: Brian Wilson Interview on Worldwide Downfall of Democracy
Talk Show mastermind Brian Wilson and I had fun today discussing the worldwide downfall of democracy. This trend has gone so far that it might even affect Toledo. Brian took the high road – preferring to discuss Berlusconi’s Italian corruption rather than Singapore culinary prohibitions. You can download or listen to the @ 15 minute […]
Ernest Hancock Concession Speech for LNC Chairman
Ernie Hancock gave a great speech this past weekend – capturing his vision for fighting for liberty. Ernie’s motto: “Those of you who have not been in the trenches – on the corners… challenging the state -– you’re not having enough fun – you’re doing it wrong.” Watch his speech here.
A Great Israeli Saying….
From Counterpunch’s Patrick Cockburn: An old Israeli saying describing various less-than-esteemed military leaders says: “He was so stupid that even the other generals noticed.” Too bad this is not also an American saying…. or maybe it will be after McChrystal does Kandahar….
From the Libertarian Convention: An Interview & Speeches (hopefully)
Under the terms of my parole, I’m not allowed to travel west of the Mississippi. Thus, I could not attend the national Libertarian Party convention in St. Louis this past weekend. But here are a couple highlights. Corey Moore, the producer of the Voice of Radical Dissent, taped a lively sparring match between Wayne Allyn […]
Most Sycophantic Apology for Israeli Attack?
The Israeli military attacks an aid ship in international waters and kills at least 10 people. Naturally, Israel is the victim. As usual, Glenn Greenwald has some of the best reporting and analysis here. Gideon Levy of Haaretz also has an excellent piece. Mossad chief Meir Dagan admitted to a committee of the Knesset today […]
