16 Americans were killed in Iraq on Sunday when their helicopter was attacked. The helicopter was carrying soldiers on their way to "rest and...
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happy birthday
On September 17, 1787, 39 representatives from 13 states signed the Constitution of the United States. Ratification actually was not an easy thing...
live free or die
I made myself clear about how I felt about the last war. I was there for the troops, and wanted to rally, hit once and hit hard. As a vet, I was...
there's a future in friendship
If again you are exposing yourself to the news and images of the suffering and death experienced on 9/11/2001, don't forget to acknowledge the...
shoplifters of the world take over
Iraq: birthplace of civilization and home to some of the world's oldest and most exquisite art. During the American invasion, much of that art was...
another golden great takes final curtain call
From a veteran to the man who entertained thousands overseas: one last, heartfelt "bravo" for a lifetime of laughs and comical service. I recently...
the sacred cash cow
Iraq and America. Oil and water. Well my bet that protests would start after 2 weeks proved wrong. As you know, protests started within days...
crossing the equator
"The first F-18 Super Hornet, that was from the VFA 115 Eagles, has launched off the USS Abraham Lincoln." CNN's Kyra Phillips aboard the USS...
grey matter goodies
Considering what's beyond the potential suffering and turmoil and with respect to all involved, let me pose some questions: 1) Will we ever see...
paul ramirez
When I was in the Navy, I used to drink like I was in the military. Never thought much about it until I couldn't stop thinking about it, then I...