From about the year 1930 calligraphy writing and lettering had made such progress that it had become a subject in the training of Art Teachers and was taught by the immediate followers of the two who had given their lives to its cause…
What Happened to the Marines?
Posted by on May 19th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsRivalries aside, most people agree the Marine Corp trains some of Uncle Sam’s toughest warriors.
Sadly, the Marines, like so many military organizations, have fallen prey to political correctness in modern times.
In 2001, the Marines switched from their battle proven close combat methods in favor of a system that is designed to “subdue” rather then kill an attacker…
Should Singapore’s Gay Sex Law Be Repealed?
Posted by on May 17th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsSingapore is a conservative country, its government repeated many times when the subject of its gay sex law is being discussed…
The Story Of U.S. Navy In The Battle Of Guadalcanal
Posted by on May 17th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsThe Navy is a branch of the military that defends the United States by sea. In November of 1942 they were called upon to defend it from the Japanese. Since Japan attacked Pearl Harbor in 1941 the United States had suffered from a shortage of battleships…
Vanunu’s “Unpardonable Sin”?
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsBefore I left the USA for my first trip to Israel Palestine I phoned Mother Agapia Stephanopolous, a Russian Orthodox nun and the administrator of the Orthodox School of Bethany in Jerusalem, to schedule an appointment for Spiritual Direction and to discuss our mutual feelings about The Wall…
Whose Land is That?
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsOn March 25, 2006, I connected just after dawn with a wide awake group of Israeli Jews and atheists to travel to the lower Galilee municipality of Sakhnin, an Arab village whose land continues to be stolen by the Israeli government.
Ronnie, from Canada moved to Israel with the desire to help build a civil society…
Charisma in Politics Is Not Only About Good Looks
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsPoliticians have always been stereotyped. The image that they present is crucial to winning elections.
A politician work schedule is full of debates, heated discussions, and sometimes making unpopular choices. When you think of a politician, a staunch man in a three-piece suit usually is the image that is envisioned…
Textual Images of Iraq
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsIn a recent article, Dr. Amaal V.E. Tokars writes, “American citizens receive many images about the war/occupation in Iraq on a daily basis. These images are presented to citizens through various mediums in print, radio, and in television…
What Does It Mean To Be Politically Independent?
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsI have concluded of late that I could only consider myself a political independent if there is such a thing…
Peace is Not Paved With Violence
Posted by on April 29th, 2007 in Politics · 0 CommentsIn a recent article, Dr. Amaal V.E…