Tag: war
Let the people fight their own wars
As the War on Terror wages on, Americans are left wondering how we are to fight this very real monster that the U.S. government helped to create.
The unasked question: Why are they coming?
Almost none of the condemnation of refugees coming from the media or on social media is asks the ancillary question, “Why are they coming?”
The Season of Peace requires action, not songs
It’s the time of year when people sing about peace and goodwill. Unfortunately in the United States, too little thought accompanies the nice words.
End the real War on Christmas: War
Wars stop us from practicing good will, they hamper peace on earth and they deny life itself. So let’s do the festive thing and end the real war on Christmas: War itself.
Aylan’s Shoes
A boy washed ashore on a Turkish beach. His name was Aylan Kurdi. He was just three years old.
Iraq war protests planned for 12th anniversary
Four days of anti-war and pro-peace events are planned in Washington, D.C., marking the 12-year point since the 2003 U.S. invasion of Iraq.
EMU students plan fundraising event to fund fight against Ebola with Nobel laureate Leymah Gbowee
After spending the summer watching nervously from afar as Ebola swept through her native Liberia, sophomore Winifred Gray-Johnson wanted to take action when she returned to EMU.
Democrats win battles: But Virginia Republicans win the war
Watching the State of the Commonwealth address with the sound down, one thing was obvious during the cutaway shots on applause lines during Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s speech.
Virginia Tech ‘s Melanie Kiechle examines the foul side of history
Unusual odors have been strong indicators throughout history that something is not quite right. One year ago, the smell of licorice permeated the air in Elk River, West Virginia, alerting citizens to a chemical spill of coal-washing foam.
Charlottesville author brings War and Peace to life for American readers
You hear the words War and Peace, and you’re likely to think: long, too long. The classic Russian novel, by Leo Tolstoy, is long, at 1,500 pages, divided into 365 chapters.
Tim Kaine raises issue with ISIL strikes
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, released the following statement today, five months after the start of U.S.-led airstrikes against ISIL on August 8, 2014.
Clintonistas have their eye on Jim Webb
Town Hall wrote this week on the recent Jim Webb news regarding payments from his Born Fighting PAC to family members with the suggestion that the news bit could have come from Team Clinton’s oppo research efforts.
Vote of confidence: Did Virginia Tech AD need to affirm support for Frank Beamer?
Frank Beamer is Virginia Tech football, and thus is the linchpin of the school’s overall marketing efforts, not just for sports, but for everything that matters. Odd, then, that he would need a vote of confidence on a random Saturday in January from his AD after a couple of subpar seasons.
President Obama on the end of combat mission in Afghanistan
Statement by President Obama on Sunday on the end of the combat mission in Afghanistan.
Unbroken: Technically brilliant, but still … broken
Fans of the 2010 Laura Hillenbrand best-seller Unbroken won’t be disappointed with Angelina Jolie’s film adaptation, not until the final credits begin to roll, and they realize that a rather important part of the story was left on the cutting-room floor.
Boycott this?
I’m not sure why people get so frothed about starting boycotts. Another one just popped up in my Facebook News Feed about getting advertisers to stop sponsoring Rush Limbaugh, and while I agree that Limbaugh is a waste of space, the boycott stuff seems a waste of time.
Press Conference: Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III
Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III talks with reporters after the Redskins’ 27-24 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday.
Advertising 101: Exploiting the Information Gap
You are setting up advertising for your business. Seems simple. You have a budget, and you know what you need. TV, radio, print, maybe some Facebook and Google.
David Swanson: Intersection of mistakes with misdeeds
On a pleasant spring day in December it’s nice to drive past the endlessly under-construction intersection of Route 250 and McIntire Road and realize that the darn thing must nearly be completed. It looks sturdy and attractive.
Use of force against ISIL provisions pass Senate Foreign Relations Committee
An Authorization for Use of Military Force against ISIL, including key limitations on ground troops and duration advocated by U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, cleared the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Tim Kaine presses case for Senate ISIL vote
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine continued his months-long push for a meaningful, transparent debate and vote on an authorization for U.S. military action against ISIL.
Kaine calls on Congress to debate, vote on ISIL mission before adjournment
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine reiterated his months-long call for Congress to debate and vote on U.S. military action against ISIL – a mission that has gone on since August without congressional authorization.
UVA special collections exhibit explores the Civil War in many voices
Battles in the U.S. Civil War ravaged the landscape, political maneuvers transformed the economy and profound regional tensions resulted in the creation of West Virginia.
Maryland, VCU have had success against the UVA Pack-Line
Few teams can give the UVA Pack-Line defense fits. Two come to mind that can: Maryland and VCU, who happen to be the Cavs’ opponents this week.
Does Jim Webb have a shot at presidential nomination?
Jim Webb became the first contender to formally throw his hat into the ring for 2016 this week, announcing the formation of an exploratory committee that jumpstarts his run for the Democratic presidential nomination.
UVA history professor explores origins of Nazi animus toward Jews
UVA professor Alon Confino is intrigued with the stories Nazis told themselves to justify mass extermination.
Bob Goodlatte: Remembering those who have served
As we celebrate Veterans Day, I encourage you to remember those who have served. If you know a veteran, take a moment to hear their story and share your gratitude for their service.
David Swanson: We must always have war because magic
This advertisement for permanent war appeared in my local newspaper today. By pointing out this fact I am neither opposing working with religious groups that favor peace nor asserting that Martin Luther King Jr. was a warmonger.
Not just one day: Veterans deserve a lasting commitment
Veterans Day is for those who return from war. Memorial Day is for those who have not survived. Two days to remind us in a multitude of ways how to remember, and also act. Our veterans need us now.
Prominent Palestinian physician and peace activist to visit EMU
During a three-week war between the Israeli military and Palestinian fighters in the Gaza Strip, two tank shells crashed through the bedroom wall of a home where Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish lived with his family.
A Will Hammer congressional term
So you may be asking yourself, What would a Will Hammer congressional term look like, and how would it affect me? Well, I cannot guarantee enactment or repeal of particular legislation,
Andy Schmookler: White privilege and the Right’s urge to kick down
What could explain the impulse to kick down shown by the likes of Bill “What White Privilege?” O’Reilly, nor by the rich men with whom Mitt Romney sought to ingratiate himself with his “47%” comment?
David Swanson: 57 candidates and nothing on
I was lucky to attend a debate among the candidates for Congress from Virginia’s Fifth District just before Game 7 of the World Series. This was the kind of event you can write about while drinking beer and yelling at a television with your family. In fact, I’m not sure there’s any other way you could write about it.
Bitcoin: The next unwinnable war?
We need to elect people that understand and will protect the flourishing Bitcoin market and keep it out of the reach of the Federal government’s omnipotent tentacles and omniscient bureaucrats.
World War I expert to speak at Bridgewater College
This year – 2014 – marks the 100th anniversary of the beginning of World War I. Dr. Michael S. Neiberg, author of Dance of the Furies: Europe and the Outbreak of World War I, will speak Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7:30 p.m. in Cole Hall at Bridgewater College.
The force is not with us: We identify with our fantasy heroes, why not emulate them?
The the destructive force that has arisen on the right is only one side of America’s present national crisis. The other side is the weakness of the response from Liberal America to this profound threat to our nation’s well-being.
Goodlatte: Convenient constitutional conservative
You may hear the term Constitutional Conservative often lately, whether it is in discussions with friends and family or listening to a campaign ad. There are some genuine Constitutional Conservatives in office, like Rep. Justin Amash (MI).
Documentary on WWII prisoner of war camp in Virginia to debut Nov. 1
The documentary “In This Land: The Camp Lyndhurst Saga” will premiere on Saturday, November 1st at The Waynesboro Public LIbrary. This new feature documentary, from local independent film group Alpha Vision Films, explores a little known and fascinating chapter in Virginia history.
Bob Goodlatte: The war on affordable energy
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the average residential electricity rate in the United States is 12.39 cents per kilowatt-hour. In Virginia, it is slightly lower at 10.91 cents per kilowatt-hour.
Will Hammer: ISIL and U.S. foreign policy
The current situation with ISIL is a direct result of our flawed interventionist foreign policy created and supported by nearly every member of the United States Congress.
Kaine calls for flexibility in recognition process for Indian Tribes
Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine submitted comments to the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) on a proposed rule regarding the Federal Acknowledgment of American Indian Tribes.
It’s hard to stay neutral on Redskins name controversy
I’ve gone back and forth on the Redskins name controversy, wavering from the position that the name issue isn’t the biggest deal in the world to agreeing that, yeah, the name is racist, needs to go, and that of course it eventually will go, the only question being how long eventually will end up being.
Soldier honors his ancestor for 150th anniversary of the Battle of Cedar Creek
Cedar Creek and Belle Grove National Historical Park is pleased to announce the donation of a reprint of the historic painting “The Battle of Cedar Creek” by Julian Scott.
Liberal America is falling short
We in Liberal America are now embattled. America has been in kindred battles before, and on those occasions to which we look to see our finest American ideals expressed and embodied, great American leaders have shown the way.
Robert Hurt: The House continues to fight for jobs
Throughout the 113th Congress, the House of Representatives has maintained a laser focus on the policies that will create the conditions needed for more robust job growth.
Robert Hurt votes no on President Obama’s proposal to train Syrian rebels
Congressman Robert Hurt (R-Virginia) released the following statement after voting against an amendment that would authorize training and arming Syrian rebels.
Tim Kaine makes case in Senate hearing for military action against ISIL
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine reiterated his call for Congress to debate and vote on an authorization for use of U.S. military force against ISIL.
Robert Hurt: We must work together to combat the threat of ISIL
On Wednesday, the President addressed our nation regarding the terrorist group, Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
The Republicans’ extraordinary pattern of destructiveness
In the conduct of today’s Republican Party, we can see a pattern of destructiveness.
Bob Goodlatte: Protecting America against terrorist threats
Protecting the American people from threats against the nation is the highest priority of the federal government.
Remarks by President Obama at 9/11 Memorial
Remarks by President Obama at 9/11 Memorial ceremony at the Pentagon.
Robert Sarvis calls for congressional authorization on ISIS
Following President Barack Obama’s televised address regarding military action against ISIS, Robert Sarvis, Libertarian candidate for U.S. Senate, released the following statement.
Tim Kaine statement on President Obama’s address, actions on ISIL
U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement in response to President Obama’s address on ISIL.
Remarks of President Obama on military action with ISIL
My fellow Americans – tonight, I want to speak to you about what the United States will do with our friends and allies to degrade and ultimately destroy the terrorist group known as ISIL.
Shenandoah University Veterans Writing Project gives voice to those who served
The newly-formed Shenandoah University Veterans Writing Project (VWP) will provide veterans, active and reserve service members, and military families an effective and cost-free outlet to tell their unique stories.
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