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"Delusions of grandeur, insecurities and greed" are a summation, by Robert Scheer, of the drives behind our imperial hubris. This great book by a serious author of our political scene really emphasis our pornography. Scheer quotes Washington's and Eisenhower's final addresses. Both should have been taken seriously. Those remarks should be required reading. Two of our greatest military chieftains have sounded the same tocsin.The false premises upon which most of our imperial adventures have been based. Greed has been the mantra of our current administration. Wanting it all for us. The rest of the world go hang. A total waste of resources which are not infinite. Actions based on false premises sold to an unsuspecting and ill-informed public. Totally ignoring that peace and prosperity go hand-in-hand. We must get out of the empire business. If we do not I guarantee the sunset of the American dream. MB
Thursday, September 4, 2008
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"The Great Game", as it was/is called, pertained to the competition over the control of Central Asia. Primarily this diplomatic and military contest was fought by Britain and Russia. The Germans made a few forays into the fray but never really scored. They did have a very bizarre period during the Nazi Reich when Himmler (head of the SS) pursued the Tibetans and the Afghans to prove that the Aryans from that area were the ancestors of the Germans. The Americans came on the scene very late not until the end of the 1900's. They interposed the CIA into an area where they had little expertise nor historical knowledge. The other players had been at 'the game' for a couple of hundred years. Naturally we really messed up and have continued to do so until the messes we are in today. For those who are interested in this fascinating subject the attached article will give you some insight into the complex scene. Some interesting recent books are mentioned and slightly reviewed. My advice is get a copy of "Tournament of Shadow" reviewed on MB CIVIC some years back. This fascinating volume will give you a base for further exploration.
It is important to understand something of this scene which is the world's most dangerous playground. MB
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
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This book is not about a conspiracy. It is about an actual, ongoing movement to preempt to secular aspect of of our government with a theocracy. It also shows the details of many religious movements into the area of our foreign relations. Unmasked and not discussed this can only lead to more control of our lives by those whole feel they are morally superior to us. Fascism, under the cloak of Religion, is the ultimate method of dictating the conduct of our lives.MB
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
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Chalmers Johnson writes a great, detailed review of "Democracy, Inc." by Sheldon S. Wolin. This review is interesting enough to oblige me to order the book. I remain in hope that it may lay out some solutions to the depth of the serious problems which the American people need to address. This review will give a good view of the landscape. MB
Sunday, June 15, 2008
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Recently The Economist reviewed a new book about King Hussein, my closest friend in the Middle East. Oh my, how the world could use him now. He was the sanest voice in that turbulent part of the world. Hussein was a survivor with great class. His family was the oldest ruling in the Middle East-if not the world. His first trip to America was to visit me at Oak Brook. I have also enclosed the link to a story about our relationship. MB
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
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Wednesday, October 31, 2007
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Saturday, September 29, 2007
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I have not received my copy but hasten to advise that this book must be an interesting read of a fascinating and important subject. Written by a friend of long standing, I am solely influenced by his ability as a writer. A tough decision made for the right reasons caused him some grief. In fact everyone involved with this national 'cause celebre' has felt some heat. It will not be a boring read. MB
Sunday, July 1, 2007
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I had planned another item for today's Blog but the arrival of this article changed my mind. I have suggested before books by Chalmers Johnson. I started with "Blowback" and went on read "Sorrows of Empire". "Nemesis, The Last Days of the American Republic" is on my table to be next.
It is difficult to adequately express my fervent hope that you will read this article from Tomdispatch. I am certain if you do so you will agree to read at least "Blowback". The rest will probably follow.
Our country is at a critical threshold which if not addressed will bring a rapid end to our pursuit of happiness and liberty. Time has become so accelerated that the American Empire can be more speedily ended than those days of Rome. Do not ignore, as have so many in our present government, the rules from the past and the present. MB
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
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"Militarism, Secrecy, and the End of the Republic" this is is the second book of a trilogy by the same author. Recently I reviewed the first "Blowback". As in the case of "Blowback" "The Sorrows of Empire" is well laid out with detail and excellent references. Joining George Washington and Dwight Eisenhower in their denunciation of militarism, Johnson lays out an impressive declaration of concern for America's-our movement of empire-as the New Rome. A NYTimes Bestseller. MB
Friday, May 4, 2007
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It is not often that I suggest a book not having read it. This excerpt, sent by Sharmagne, really caught my attention. I think it will have the same reaction in you. MB
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
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Thursday, March 29, 2007
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Tuesday, February 13, 2007
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Carter's Inconvenient Truths by Paul Craig Roberts is better than any of the many reviews I have read. Again someone is reviewing Carter's writing on this subject. The book is easy to read and well documented. It clearly presents a picture of the situation in Palestine which is the prime cause of troubles in the Middle East. Anyone who really wants to know about the situation should read it. For decades I have been warning about this tragedy. I learned some more by reading this book. MB
I have never been a fan of Carter as I consider him resonsible for Iran. It was on his watch that the rug was pulled out from under the Shah. Reza Pahlavi was the best friend America and Israel had in the Middle East. Yes, he had some warts but compared to what followed him he was the best for Iranians and America. Another personal story - everyone I knew in Iran either fled the country or they were killed. M
Thursday, January 18, 2007
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Wednesday, August 23, 2006
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