New top cop: Gary Jensen to take reins as Logan chief Oct 2, 2009
desertique wrote on Oct 1, 2009 5:01 PM:" Terd asshat must be referring to my extensive knowledge on Middle Eastern history and politics which he finds distasteful for no other reason than the fact that is Middle Eastern.Hey Terd,Here the latest on nuclear disarmament in the world? http://www.presstv.ir/detail.aspx?id=107615§ionid=351020104No that can't be right. Iran is actually for nuclear disarmament. Terd must be hoping for an American who believes its better to drop a nuke to keep the... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Young Afghan Freed from Gitmo to Sue U.S. Aug 28, 2009
This lack of understanding of Middle Eastern history and religion, combined with our policy of aggression and empire building, has led to a dangerous interventionist attitude. It is clear that we are not in the Middle East for national security reasons, but rather to protect powerful commercial interests. (CBS News -- World)
A lifeline for those who aided US Jun 30, 2009
At 16 he was studying Arabic; at 17 he attended the American University in Cairo and after that became a Fulbright scholar in Egypt, eventually graduating from University of Chicago with a degree in Middle Eastern history. After Baghdad fell, he said, he was strongly opposed to the war, yet he felt an obligation to help the country rebuild Iraq. (Boston Globe)
Suspicions behind Iran poll Jun 21, 2009
"Iran is a huge country, nearly four times the size of France and they began announcing the results within four hours, in past elections it's taken 24. It just seems to me the fix was in," says Juan Cole, Professor of Middle Eastern History at the University of Michigan. Others point to particular results which appear unlikely. (BBC News -- Americas)
Beacon Hill Roll Call: June 8-12 Jun 18, 2009
The courses include civics (H 351); personal financial literacy (H 377); bible and international religions (H 384); genocide (H 463) and Islamic and Middle Eastern history (H 488). Tobacco crackdown The Public Health Committee agenda includes a bill (H 3593) making it illegal for anyone under 19 to purchase, use or possess any tobacco product. (Malden Observer, MA)
"Poised between hope and despair": Aaron David Miller on world issues May 22, 2009
Miller maintained his interest in history, obtaining a doctorate from the University of Michigan in Middle Eastern history. But he yearned for a more active career path than academia, one that involved imperfect options and an opportunity to help solve messy real-world problems. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
New GI Bill could open education doors for more vets May 18, 2009
Crist is studying Arabic and Middle Eastern history. Recently, he learned his Arabic teacher was from Iraq and said he felt obliged to tell him he had fought there, in the event the teacher harbored strong feelings against the war. (USA Today -- News)
• Church news May 9, 2009
" An infant baptism is scheduled.A welcome is extended to neighbors, friends, family and acquaintances of the church family. Breakfast will be served after the service in the fellowship hall.Senior Recognition Sun-day will be May 17. Any families who have someone graduating should contact the church office at 326-5424.The first LIFE event will be May 18. Signup is available in the fellowship hall; cost is 5 per person for supplies.The ladies' Friendship Circle will meet May 21 at the Wesley... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
