http://www.wikio.com/search=civil wars Wikio - civil wars http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69473510 Beau Biden defends his father Joe Biden's record and the Democratic ticket as he prepares to head to war. Author: DemocraticMedia Keywords: DNC Democratic Democrat Convention Barack Michelle Obama Beau Joe Biden John Ted Kennedy Bill Hillary Clinton Truman Stevenson JFK LBJ Humphrey Cater al Gore Denver Colorado McCain howard dean Pelosi Kucinich america Warner Patrick tom daschle richardson evan bayh rockefeller reid reed clyburn wexler daley Nomination roll call allen unity mlk matin luther king lewis Shawn Johnson Jennifer Hudson pledge allegiance national anthem Star Spangled Banner civil rights olympics Added: August 29, 2008 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:24:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69473510 2008-08-29T21:24:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69456693 To New Haven's Civil War Colored Regiment: Appel previews. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:38:27 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69456693 2008-08-29T19:38:27Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69452399 On the August 28 broadcast of his nationally syndicated radio show, Rush Limbaugh falsely claimed that Sen. Joe Biden "wanted to split Iraq into three different countries by ethnic lines." Limbaugh went on to say, "That would have created a civil war. He did not want to win." In fact, as Media Matters for America has noted , Biden introduced a "five-point plan" to "[m]aintain a unified Iraq by decentralizing it and giving Kurds, Shiites and Sunnis breathing room in their own regions." The plan also states that "[t]he Iraqi constitution already provides for federalism" and that "[t]he central government would be responsible for common interests, like border security and the distribution of oil revenues." From the August 28 broadcast of Premiere Radio Networks' The Rush Limbaugh Show : LIMBAUGH: Should we trust Biden's judgment? Biden was against the surge. Biden voted for the war, but he tried -- he voted for not funding the troops a couple of times. [Sen. John] McCain never ever said stay there indefinitely. What McCain was talking about was you set a timeline for getting out of there before we win this thing, and it's going to be a bloodbath after we leave, and he was exactly right. [Sen. Barack] Obama has no judgment on this. Obama has no involvement in this. Obama hasn't chaired one committee hearing on this. This was at a 100 percent manufactured lie and story, and he blew it within his own convention by suggesting, ladies and gentlemen, that we need to send two more combat brigades, battalions -- whatever he said -- to Afghanistan. The purpose for this, by the way, is to cement in the eyes of as many people as possible that [President] Bush screwed up, that Afghanistan's always been the focus. Going into Iraq was a waste of time. And let's not forget what old Joe's proposal here was for Iraq. He wanted to partition it. He wanted to split Iraq into three different countries by ethnic lines. That would have created a civil war. He did not want to win. Obama did not want to win. They were both invested in defeat. That's what they wanted. So did [House Speaker] Nancy Pelosi [D-CA] and so did [Senate Majority Leader] Harry Reid [D-NV]. They wanted the defeat of their own country. They wanted the defeat of the United States of America. And how about these insults of his good friend McCain? I mean, it's one thing to be critical of McCain, but these are personal attacks on McCain's judgment that the American people do not share, and that those that follow all these things know Biden really doesn't mean it because Biden has done nothing but laud McCain up until the time he's been nominated. He would -- no, I did not hear any [Sen. John] Kerry. I just read about some of Kerry. I didn't want to hear it. I don't -- I told Cookie I don't want any sound bites from John Kerry. I don't want -- been there, done that. Been there -- this was enough. This and Clinton was more than I could handle. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:06:02 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69452399 2008-08-29T19:06:02Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69471833 Monrovia, Liberia - President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf Friday commissioned personnel of the newly-trained Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL), comprising 2,000 troops as agreed in the Liberian peace pact signed in August 2003 in Accra, Ghana, to end the country's long-running civil war. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:38:47 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69471833 2008-08-29T17:38:47Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69447547 My Grandmother, who is the granddaughter of slave-owners on the Southern side of the family…my Grandmother, who blames black folks in this country for the fact that her Grandfather on the Northern side of the family died for their freedom in the Civil War (conveniently ignoring the blame to be held by generations of our [...] Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:21:08 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69447547 2008-08-29T17:21:08Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69461487 Connor Gifford — a young man with Down Syndrome — offers his take on our national identity with these poems on war, women's rights and civil rights. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 17:03:49 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69461487 2008-08-29T17:03:49Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69437087 Reader Don Hutton recently sent me the following via e-mail: "Just came across this goofy gem of a story idea in AC Comic's "Armageddon Factor" #1 from 1987. The Government passes a law forcing all superheros to be registered and to work for the military. This causes something of a Civil War (tm) to break out. However it then turns out to be a plot by a bunch of green-skinned aliens who've infiltrated the government." I've never seen The Armageddon Factor , but Don also kindly provided scans of the obscure AC comic in question, and as you can see, it closely parallels recent events in Marvel comics, specifically the Civil War and Secret Invasion epics. It looks like Armageddon Factor had two issues in 1987, then a conclusion "special" in 1990 that suggests that maybe this wasn't the most seamless production in comics history. So is this a total coincidence, or should we be investigating Mark Millar and Brian Bendis' back-issues for copies of the Armageddon Factor #1? It doesn't really matter. Comic book writers have been mining the past for years now and Marvel and DC have both been re-running their own greatest hits of late, so why not restage a 21-year old crossover from a whole other company? So, conspiracy...or coincidence? You decide. . Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:30:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69437087 2008-08-29T16:30:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69455415 Dearest One, My name is Barbara Kone, from Sierra Leone. My father and I escaped from our country at the heat of the civil war after loosing my mother and two of my senior brothers in the war. As a result of the politicalinstability in my country even after the war, my father established his coffee export business in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. He was in Buake, a northern city to negotiate for the purchase of a coffee plantation when he was shot and killed by the rebel troupes fighting to take over the government of the country .The death of my father has now made me an orphan and thereby exposing me to danger. Before the unfortunate death, my late father had in his personal accountwith a bank here the sum of $3 m. As a result of the present insecurity oflives and property in this country, I wish request that you assist me use your account in your country to transfer the balance of my father's account.Again to assist me with a letter of invitation that will make me get a visa to your country for residence inorder for me to continue my education and to invest the fund in a viable business venture. I am willing to give you 20% while 5% has been earmarked for expenses. If this is acceptable to you, send me a mail through my regular e-mail account so that we can discuss further on this matter. Miss Barbara Kone Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:07:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69455415 2008-08-29T16:07:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69439590 The political situation in Thailand is very bad. Earlier this week, I felt very afraid that a civil war was going to happen. Then, I just realized that I shouldn’t be afraid of a civil war or death, because I have been ready to die for the past 20 years. So I feel happy playing with my teddy bears now, while watching Thailand burning in hell. If you just don’t feel attached to your life, you can stop worrying about many things. :-) This photo is a work of Montri Toemsombat. It’s called THAI DREAM (2008). It is a part of the exhibition NANOTHAILAND (A+), which was held at 100 Tonson Gallery. http://www.100tonsongallery.com/ Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:00:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69439590 2008-08-29T16:00:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69424988 The fact that the American people will seriously consider electing this bright man with his awesome family is even better news. This is a great moment for America. Sadly, the candidate and his speech did not rise to the moment,... Fri, 29 Aug 2008 14:55:35 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69424988 2008-08-29T14:55:35Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69410042 Reverse Justice is causing much heart burn among Hindus. In the present communal atmosphere, if this biased trend continues, then it will endanger the unity of India and may lead to a civil war! Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:06:38 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69410042 2008-08-29T13:06:38Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69406345 After almost two decades of civil war and anarchy, Somalia is now suffering one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, with 3.2 million people, almost half the population, in need of assistance. To make matters worse because of security problems, killing and kidnappings of relief workers, access to those in need has become almost impossible. IRIN talked to Mark Bowden, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, UNDP Resident Representative and Designated Official for Somalia, about how he now sees the humanitarian situation evolving. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:29:37 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69406345 2008-08-29T12:29:37Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69401929 As Angola prepares for its first elections in 16 tears on September 5, attempts to rid more areas of anti-personnel mines after a 27-year civil war are underway and Namibians are helping in the process. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 11:30:16 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69401929 2008-08-29T11:30:16Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69393594 An expert says senior posts in the country's civil service are being regarded - by some in the ANC - as "spoils of war". Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:54:30 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69393594 2008-08-29T09:54:30Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69386935 11 headless bodies found near Mexico graveyard Police say all the dead had star signs and the letter Z tattooed on them MERIDA, Mexico - Eleven beheaded bodies were dumped close to a graveyard outside a sleepy southern city on Thursday in the latest shocking crime in Mexico’s vicious drug war. Police said a farmer found the 11 [...] Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:22:12 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69386935 2008-08-29T09:22:12Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69380746 Source: IRIN After almost two decades of civil war and anarchy, Somalia is now suffering one of the worst humanitarian crises in the world, with 3.2 million people, almost half the population, in need of assistance. To make matters worse because of security problems, killing and kidnappings of relief workers, access to those in need has become almost impossible. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 08:21:55 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69380746 2008-08-29T08:21:55Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69389003 Image: Salvador Dali, Premonition of Civil War If John McCain wants to have a debate about who has the temperament, and judgment, to serve as the next commander in chief, that's a debate I'm ready to have. ... John McCain likes to say that he'll follow bin Laden to the gates of hell — but he won't even go to the cave where he lives. ... I will build new partnerships to defeat the threats of the 21st century: terrorism and nuclear proliferation; poverty and genocide; climate change and disease. And I will restore our moral standing, so that America is once again that last, best hope for all who are called to the cause of freedom, who long for lives of peace, and who yearn for a better future. Barack Obama, 2008 DNC, 8-28-08 The Last Best Hope for The Last Best Hope By Richard Power It was a brilliant, powerful speech. Obama said everything that John Kerry didn't, and he said some things that have not been said since Jack Kennedy said them. Obama is the champion of a citizen uprising that is perhaps the last best hope for the last best hope. And yet, for me, it was not Obama's speech that was the most important of the final night of the 2008 DNC; it was Susan Eisenhower's. I have referenced Dwight Eisenhower's prophetic farewell speech numerous times; but here was his grand-daughter, a tall, strong, eloquent woman in an elegant red dress, liberating herself from political thralldom to those who have so despoiled the Republican Party and so dishonored the US Constitution, the US military and the heritage of all patriots. If enough Republicans hear her poignant message, those who stole the elections of 2000 and 2004 will not have the opportunity to steal this one. Here is the text of her remarks, the speech is now a cherished artifact in the Words of Power archive: I stand before you tonight not as a Republican or a Democrat, but as an American. The Eisenhowers came to this great country in the 18th century, settling first amid the hills of Pennsylvania and later on the plains of Kansas. Like many of your ancestors, they built our nation and served it in times of national crisis and war. I grew up in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where my parents and grandparents, Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower, chose to live after Ike's retirement as supreme commander, Europe, during World War II and as President of the United States. It was also where Abraham Lincoln gave his historic address. On the killing fields of Pickett's charge, our country came of age and assured for all time that our nation would survive as one. Yet, today the divisions in our country are deep and wide. Our cohesiveness as a nation is strained by multiple crises in finance and credit, energy and health care. These problems, which threaten American prosperity and well-being, are as relevant to our national security as any conflict overseas. At the same time, we have knowingly saddled our children and grandchildren with a staggering debt. This is a moral failing, not just a financial one. Overseas, our credibility is at an all-time low. We urgently need to restore our international leadership position and the leverage that goes with it to address urgent problems before they become crises. We must advance a new and compelling vision for the 21st century. But rather than focus on these critical strategic issues, our national discourse has turned into a petty squabble. Too many people in power have failed us. Belligerence has been a substitute for strength; stubbornness for leadership; and impulsive action has replaced measured and thoughtful response. Once during the Eisenhower administration, Ike was under fire from his critics for moving too slowly in responding to political pressure. After a visit to the oval office by Robert Frost, the famous American poet sent the president a note: "the strong," he wrote, "are saying nothing until they see." I believe that Barack Obama has the energy and the temperament to lead this country. He knows that we can either advance on the distant hills of hope or retreat to the garrisons of fear. As our standard bearer, he can mobilize a demoralized America and inspire all of us to show up for duty. Discipline will be required, as will compromise, flexibility and quiet strength. Barack Obama has already articulated a powerful vision for our nation's future and our standing in the world. The task before our next president will be overwhelming. But no undertaking will be more critical than bringing about a sense of national unity and purpose, built on mutual respect and bi-partisanship. Unless we squarely face our challenges, as Americans together, we risk losing the priceless heritage bestowed on us by the sweat and the sacrifice of our forbearers. If we do not pull together, we could lose the America that has been an inspiration to the world. On December 1, 1862, in his annual message to Congress, Abraham Lincoln immortalized this thought when he said: "We shall nobly save, or meanly lose, the last best hope of earth." Let us respond this November to President Lincoln's challenge. Let us restore the hope and bring the change that our nation so desperately needs. Thank you. Susan Eisenhower, 2008 DNC, 8-29-08 Richard Power's Left-Handed Security: Overcoming Fear, Greed & Ignorance in This Era of Global Crisis is available now! Click here for more information. For an archive of Words of Power posts on Campaign '08, click here. Barack Obama , Susan Eisenhower , Richard Power , Words of Power Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:39:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69389003 2008-08-29T06:39:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69369490 The fact that the Democratic Party, the party of slavery and civil war, has nominated an African-American is great news. The fact that the American people will seriously consider electing this bright man with his awesome family is even better news. This is a great moment for America. Sadly, the candidate and his speech did not [...] Fri, 29 Aug 2008 05:29:40 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69369490 2008-08-29T05:29:40Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69458175 The nation says its neighbor must do more to prevent its civil conflict from spilling over. With no sign of a thaw in their frozen diplomatic relations, Ecuador this week called on Colombia to increase its military presence along their shared border to check the spillover of rebel groups, drug trafficking and war refugees. Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69458175 2008-08-29T04:00:00Z http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69354946 Johannesburg/Luanda - Angolans go to the polls later this month in the first national election in the war-scarred country in 16 years. President Eduardo dos Santos' party is expected to win easily. Dos Santos, 68, who has maintained a tight grip on p... Fri, 29 Aug 2008 02:12:19 GMT http://www.wikio.com/search/civil+wars?rinfoid=69354946 2008-08-29T02:12:19Z