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Bush Bellows, "It's Bad In Iraq! [Does that help?]" ©

Please View the Video.  Bush declares, "I understand."  Pardon the Prologue Commercial.  Bush; "It's Bad In Iraq!"

President Bush repeatedly tells us he understands.  He understands that we, as a nation, have a responsibility to lead.  Mr. Bush believes that he as a man must guide his "broad" coalition, regardless of its size.  The alliance consists mostly of one country, the United Kingdom.  Bush tells, his citizens that there is  a job to "do" and some his job is to make war in the name of peace.

Prime Minister Blair and I understand that we have a responsibility to lead and to support moderates and reformers who work for change across the broader Middle East.

We also recognize that meeting this responsibility requires action.  It will take concerted efforts to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East.

We stand together because we understand the only way to secure a lasting peace for our children and grandchildren is to defeat the extremist ideologies and help the ideology of hope and democracy prevail.

King George W. understands "peace" and how important this prospect is for our children and grandchildren.  Does he understand that if "defeat" is part of your vocabulary than peace is not what you are proposing?  Tranquility is the understanding that comes with talk.  Calm, caring conversation gives birth to peace.

Iraq Study Group Asks, "When Will We Ever Learn To Talk?" ©

Please Click to View, Iraq Report Recommends Policy Shift The document was delivered and the debate begins. It is not a "discussion" or a "dialogue" that we are witnessing. It is as the Iraqi war was and still is, combative. Persons participating in the parsing do not desire diplomacy. Had they ever expressed such a desire, war would not have been an option. The exchanges we hear are attempts to win favor. As we read, we realize each individual and group wishes to be victorious. We are watching another war, the war of words.

Words are bantered about. Definitive statements of opinion are posed as news.

Terrorism Taunts United States, United Kingdom, Bush/Blair Alliance ©

On this day, August 10, 2006, airports and airlines in the United States and United Kingdom, are on “red alert.” This is the highest of all warning levels invoked since terrorism became our truth. Precautionary measures are being enforced with vigilance. All liquids and gels are forbidden on flights. These are thought too volatile. It is known, presumed, or suspected radicals were planning to mix fluids while planes were in the air. These solutions would then be unstable, possibly explosive. “Baby formulas and medicines are the only exceptions, though passengers may be asked to verify that these are not toxic.”

The times they are a changing. I ask you, what are your thoughts on terrorism, here, and abroad?

President Bush, Prime Minister Blair Come To Visit, Converse With Me ©

All words attributed to George W. Bush are his. He said these at his Thursday night, May 25, 2006, press conference.
Possibly, you, as I, look forward to our meetings with the President, infrequent as they are. Perhaps, that is why we treasure them so. These conferences are rare, though, nevertheless, a treat. When President George W. Bush asks Prime Minister Tony Blair to accompany him, well that is truly a delight. I am overjoyed. I revel in these exchanges. I can hardly wait to invite the two in my parlor for a chat. This Thursday night was such an occasion.

While the hour was late in London, and therefore, few Englishmen and women would be able to join us, I acknowledged that I was fortunate. Two men of such great stature, power, and fame [infamy] were coming to visit me. We would gather in my living room. They stated earlier that they were ready, willing, and of course able to discuss politics, particularly the Iraqi war. This was such a dream come true.

I invited each of my guests to speak first. I requested they share their points of view; I would listen, and then discuss. Blair spoke some, though his words were not as poignant as those of the President. Mr. Bush has a style and finesse that is engaging, thus, he and I conversed.

Cindy’s Coalition Broadens; The Bush Brigade is Dissolving ©

They buried their son on Monday August 15, 2005; they mourned for a day more. Then, the parents of fallen soldier, Marine Lance Corporal Edward Schroeder II, spoke out. They meet with the press, on Tuesday, August 16. Through the media, Paul Schroeder and his wife Rosemary Palmer pleaded with the President. They said, Please “send more reinforcements to Iraq or withdraw U.S. troops altogether.”

Ms. Palmer spoke tearfully. Irritably she stated, Mr. President "We feel you either have to fight this war right or get out.” The soldier's father expressed his belief; his son and other Marines are “being misused as a stabilizing force in Iraq.” Mr. Schroeder continued, "Our comments are not just those of grieving parents. They are based on anger, Mr. President, not grief. Anger is an honest emotion when someone's family has been violated." His wife added accusingly the idea of “staying the course is” is rigid and not realistic. The mother said the “war has gone bad.” America’s young are dying. She offered "Whether he leads them out by putting more troops on the ground or pulling them out - he can't just let it continue." Nevertheless, the President does.

When asked of the Schroeder-Palmer remarks, the office of our Commander-and-Chief said he declines to comment. The White House reminded the press and the public that the President addressed this issue last week. Allen Abney, administration spokesman offered, Baby Bush stands by his earlier statements. He will do as Rosemary Palmer declared he could not, he will carry on the war effort just as he has.

The Schroeder’s be damned. Cindy Sheehan, the mother of fallen soldier Casey Sheehan be cursed, all those that support a change in strategy, according to the President, know nothing. Yet, these know nothings are growing in numbers. They are building a broad coalition; the Bush alliance is disbanding.

Bush, Blair, Rumsfeld Remark on Ayman al-Zawahiri Tape ©

Again, the powers, super-powers that be, deny what is. Al-Qaida forces released a videotape. The intent was to share the Al-Qaida message with the Western-World. One of the top leaders of al-Qaida, Ayman al-Zawahiri, warned Britons and Americans, the policies of Prime Minister Tony Blair were to blame for the attacks on Britain. Al-Zawahiri assured an anxious public; more attacks will follow. Mr. Zawahiri stated, America will bring assaults on itself; "policies of aggression against Muslims" are the cause. Allies will experience the same.

Nonetheless, United States President George W. Bush stays strong. When asked of the terrorists tape, Mr. Bush asserted, the remarks of this al-Qaida leader do not threaten him. Mr. Bush said Mr. Zawahiri was and is a member of the terrorist group that attacked the United States on 9/11. King George II claimed it is because of persons such as Zawahiri that we are "at war." He stated Americans must stay the course; he declared they would. With the help of allies, the people of this nation will continue in their quest. We will, as he offered in years past, hunt down terrorists such as Ayman al-Zawahiri.

While speaking from his Crawford ranch, the President said, "We are defeating the terrorists in a place like Iraq so we don't have to face them here at home." He said the United States would press on, helping Iraqis write a constitution. The Western world will train Iraqi troops, and assist citizens in electing a permanent government.

Though Mr. Zawahiri warned Britons that Mr. Blair's policies "will bring upon them more destruction after the London explosions,” the Prime Minister is declining to comment. Tony Blair offered no words of wisdom to the media or to any other source.

In the past, Blair strongly rejected any tie between the attacks and Britain's role in Iraq. Days after the Pew Charitable Trust Project reported that Muslims do support aggressions against the Western-World, specifically because of Iraq war policies, Blair denied the connection.

Please read my earlier reflection on this. BLAIR AND THE PEW RESEARCH CENTER DIFFER ON TERRORISM ©

BLAIR WOKE UP POST 9/11. THE WORLD WENT BACK TO SLEEP. ©

OH REALLY? REALITY IS PERCEPTION. © [THE SERIES CONTINUES]
I offer the quotes, and you decide. Is this reality or perception?

Stagnation is not possible for this series; stimulation is everywhere. The British and American governments offer much material. In this the era of “metamorphosis,” meanings are malleable, dictums are delicately posed. War is wonderful; it is a means for “spreading democracy,” freedom, and liberty. Forgive me, I digress.

I share this recent release; decide for yourself, and please, share your thoughts. Do these words present the truth or a shrewd discernment?

The stage is set. On Tuesday July 26, 2005, Prime Minister Tony Blair holds a press briefing. The healthy and glowing Blair appears. He is well prepared, looking the part. He always is and does. Please read this Daily Times report, Secret of Tony Blair’s healthy glow revealed and discover why this is. On this day, as on all others Mr. Blair plays a strong and solid leader; questions come, and rapidly, he retorts.

When BBC's James Landale requested a definitive answer, is there "any contributory factor" between Iraq and the London bombings, the British leader offered this . . .

"Whatever excuse these people use, I don't think we should give one inch to them. September 11 for me was a wake-up call; a lot of the world woke up for a short time, then turned over and went back to sleep again,” however, Blair continues.

"It's an obscenity to say it is concern for Iraq [that] drives these people to terrorism," he goes on. "We shouldn't allow them a vestige of an excuse."

Please express your thoughts. Do you believe Blair is attentive and aware? Did you awake, only for a moment after 9/11, and are you now asleep again? Is it ludicrous to think terrorist bombings are an outgrowth of the Bush/Blair/American/British invasion? Is this concept an excuse? Hmmm?

My thought . . . speaking of excuses, this pretext serves as one. Accuse the other of wrongdoing, present them as the enemy, as “evil,” and you can validate your own aggressions!

KILLED BRITISH “BOMBER” WAS NOT A THREAT. THE FASHION IS FEAR! ©

This post will be expanded; however, for now, my words cannot wait. I am appalled and I need to write. I was out and about, running errands and I heard it, the news. British officials state, they made a mistake. The man that they slaughtered publicly, on the streets of a once proudly peaceful city, had no ties to terrorism.

Please refer to the New York Times, Britain Says Man Killed by Police Had No Tie to Bombings.

Jean Charles de Menezes was an innocent man, a Brazilian citizen. He was 27-year-old and a “victim.” Police say the man exited a home that was under surveillance. Menezes was ordered to “stop!” He did not obey. In today’s world, a forum for fear, this is a crime; it is worthy of the death penalty. Therefore the police executed this monster. The British Bobbies shot the soul quickly, without hesitation. They were overzealous.

A day later, and a little too late, the London police released this statement, ‘We believe we now know the identity of the man shot at Stockwell Underground although he is still subject to formal identification. We are now satisfied that he was not connected with the incidents of Thursday. For somebody to lose their life in such circumstances is a tragedy and one that the Metropolitan Police Service regrets.”

Regrets, I too have remorse. I am sad that we accept living in a world where “fear” is the fashion.” I find it heartbreaking that this flourishes. It has since President of the United States, George W. Bush, said it must.

Mr. Bush told us we have “enemies”; there is an axis of “evil,” and we must fight! We do; we unilaterally attack. We assail a man that exits a home. His clothing is too bulky, and therefore, inappropriate. The British police are suspicious; they were trained to be post 9/11. They take chase, and at point blank range they shoot this innocent man to death! They do this without discussion, thought, or care.

Citizens say they are horrified and yet, it is accepted; this is the fashion of the times. We will wear it well, or so said some Londoners immediately after the slaughter. What will they say now? What will you say? Please stand up and speak. Please promote peace, globally.

LONDON BOMBINGS OCCUR AGAIN. PEW TRUST RESEARCH LESSONS NOT LEARNED. ©

On Thursday, July 21, 2005, the London transit system was rocked, again. Londoners were and are, not surprisingly, shaken. Four explosions ripped through the tube. These blasts occurred just two weeks after terrorist bombers struck three London Underground stations and a double-decker bus.

Just as he did on July 7, 2005, British Prime Minister Tony Blair urged the people of London to remain calm. He asked that they return to their normal routines "as soon as possible." Londoners attempted to return to their “usual schedules” after the earlier assaults; however it was a challenge.

Days ago, I wrote a treatise exploring the reason. Many citizens of the United Kingdom had read the results of a Pew Research Project survey. They knew there was reason to worry. It was clear the Bush/America/Blair/Britain war policy was, in large part, responsible for the July 7th occurrences. In that missive I spoke of lessons and leanings. Sadly, I acknowledged that for some, growth and awareness are slow in coming.

Please read and reflect upon the essay. Blair and The Pew Research Center Differ on Terrorism ©

Today, Thursday, July 21, 2005, I plead.

BLAIR IS BECOMING HIS OWN MAN? BRITISH PLAN TO CUT TROOPS ©

Early in June 2005, British Prime Minister Tony Blair, approached President of the United States, George W. Bush; the two met in Washington DC. Blair was asking for help. This was novel. Usually, King George II is soliciting Blair. Nevertheless, this occasion differed. Mr. Blair was hoping to recruit Mr. Bush. He proposed a plan for reducing global warming. Ultimately, Blair stated, we need to eliminate emissions that harm the environment.

In this same discussion, the Prime Minister addressed the issue of aid to Africa. Blair was eager; he hoped to help lift African nations from poverty. The English leader was elated by the Bush promise, providing $674 million for famine relief. He considered this a great beginning. However, he wanted more. As the two discussed these topics, it was apparent they did not agree. Prime Minister Blair left the Whitehouse with little, but his pride. For the first time in years, he was standing up to Bush.