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Understanding Who Are the Taliban
While the media reports about the Taliban or al-Qaeda fighting US and NATO troops in Afghanistan, there is a general lack of understanding of exactly who are the Taliban
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A Just War Revisited
Is our current military involvement in Afghanistan right? You bet it is. Here's why (and it's not about revenge).
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Afghanistan Needs More Than Just Troops
As both presidential candidates call for more troops to be sent to Afghanistan, there is a growing realization that more than military force will be needed.
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Assassination of Benazir Bhutto
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto was killed at a campaign rally in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Bhutto was committed to restoring democracy in Pakistan.
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Canada Out of Afghanistan
The Canadian public is being sold a bill of goods when it comes to military involvement in Afghanistan. Here are reasons why the Canadian government should withdraw.
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Insight into Afghanistan: Part 3
The way forward for Afghanistan is the absence of what has been all too prevalent: broken promises and bloody battles. What is left of the past is a depleted semi-nation. The way forward is through inter- and intra-ethnic peace and, fundamentally, communication.
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Iraq Stabilizing, Afghanistan Failing
Sustained reductions in violence in Iraq have continued for several months now, prompting many to mull the idea of reinforcing the military effort in Afghanistan.
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Musharraf's Resignation and the War on Terror
The announced resignation of Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf has significant implications for the U.S. war on terrorism.
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SPECIAL---History in the Making
An analysis of the counterattack mounted by U.S. and British forces on Sunday, October 7th, 2001.
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Thanksgiving?
A look at the meaning of Thanksgiving this year: Can we really celebrate in light of all the events of the past month? This article explains that we can.
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The one who got away: Norwegian bin Laden humor (Part I of II)
Being an enormous admirer of Kathleen Stokker&#8217;s work, <I>Folklore Fights the Nazis: Humor in Occupied Norway 1940-1945</I> (1995), I couldn&#8217;t help but take notice when anti-bin Laden jokes started filtering into my inbox. Most Americans, at least, have received more than their share of anti-Taliban, anti-bin Laden witticisms and manipulated images. As Stokker suggested of humor in occupied Norway, these kinds of jokes serve to bind citizens together in a common sense of patriotism and resistance. They not only inspire a light-hearted optimism in the face of tragedy, but also foreground expectant hopes in the directed search for the one who got away. So, how do Norwegian anti-bin Laden jokes figure into this scheme?
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The one who got away: Norwegian bin Laden humor (Part II of II)
With Osama bin Laden as the missing value, since his disappearance, these jokes fill in the gaps of uncertainty regarding what will happen in the future, how our identity is defined, and how humanity is a shared condition. They are a response to questions about what we would do, what we have done, and what we know has been done. Furthermore, these jokes differentiate Norway from the US by appealing to previous traditions of war-time experience &#8211; those of occupied Norway. With these jokes, a sympathetic hand is warily extended, cognizant of the fact that all hands are soiled. As the saying goes, &#8220;In the dark, all cats are gray.&#8221;
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The Petraeus Strategy in Afghanistan
As General Petraeus assumes control of Central Command, his responsibility will expand from an Iraq focus to include the fight against a resurgent Taliban in Afghanistan.
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A Thousand Splendid Suns
A Thousand Splendid Suns is Khaled Hosseini's story of Mariam and Laila, wives of a tyrannical man, who live in a time of war and turmoil in the city of Kabul.
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How to Bring Peace to Afghanistan
A new non-military solution needs to be found so that peace can be achieved in Afghanistan. A solution that involves the Taliban and all the countries in the region.
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American Valor
American forces provide a necessary demonstration of valor in Gardez.
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Doing Good and Finding Hope in Afghanistan
Escalating violence is reported daily from Afghanistan but Afghans4Tomorrow and Aschiana are organizations helping children find hope in a war-torn country.
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7 Years in Afghanistan, Is the Millitary Winning
Inept planning, partisan politics and insufficient military support places American troops in harms way. Not losing a battle does not mean you are winning the war!
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9/11 7 Years Ago Where's Bin Laden
The Taliban leader directly responsible for September 11th attacks is free. The media must grill presidential candidates about this outrage. America deserves closure.
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American Afghan Policy in Trouble!
Canada complained to America and the USA complained to Europe - put additional combat troops in Afghanistan. Europe's answer was a resounding NO and NATO is in jeopardy!
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Dangerous Countries for Tourists
The world's hot spots are located on almost every continent, so it's wise to check the most up to date warnings and advisories.
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Education in Afghanistan
Compare and contrast the educational systems of Afghanistan and North America. There are some obvious differences. By looking at the current state of Afghanistan, the value of education becomes very clear.
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Election Madness
With the success of the Afghan elections behind us, we look forward to two key elections in the next three months - the United States Presidential election and the elections in Iraq in January 2005.
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Media won't take a week off, and war by concensus?
I took a week off from the media to go fishing; I suggest they do the same!
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More attacks on freedom of speech and the press
More information about how this "War on Terrorism" is curtailing free speech.
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On Frontstreet: Hip Hop Speaks Out on 9/11
Part 2 of my ongoing feature "ON FRONTSTREET: It's Bigger Than Hip Hop", is "Hip Hop Speaks Out on 9/11" a virtual discussion on the events of 9/11/2001 featuring varying views from the underground. I would like to thank everyone who participated, giving hip hop a much needed voice!
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Questions we never thought we'd have to answer
In the past, youth of our age have gone to war and fought for our countries. Our generation will be the one to fight for world peace. Our generation will be the one to eliminate injustice from the globe. Isn&#8217;t it rather ironic?
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The Blame Game
Everyone likes to blame everyone else for the problems of the Middle East and the terrorist actions of September 11th.
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Theories, Facts, and Conjecture about the War on Terrorism
Since September 11 we've all been subjected to reminders that over 90% of Americans are behind the "war on terrorism." I've also been subjected to warnings that everything we hear in the press is lies and propaganda. In this article I examine various theories about the war and decide which are true. I could very well be wrong about any of this, but so could you.
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US-wanted Cleric Named To Post
Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys, a hardliner in the Islamic Courts, is named as head of parliament
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Are Good and Evil Context Sensitive?
The bombing of Afghanistan since last week has created a strange dichotomy. There are two goods and two evils in the contemporary world. Further, people in multireligious societies like India are being pressured to take sides. Surprisingly, the choice is not between being a patriot and being a traitor. Rather it lies in choosing one between pro-America and pro-Taliban.
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Articles You Need to Read
A Brief review of three articles by TIME Magazine and National Geographic that will inform and confront opinions on religion, politics and world affairs
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Getting Educated on Mid-East Politics
The best Middle East learning centers and universities.
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Is Pakistan More Dangerous than Iran?
Pakistan has the nuclear weapons and now is forming an Islamic Government similar to Iran. Shouldn't the U.S. be a little more worried about Pakistan?
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Al-Jazeera – the CNN of the Middle East?
In the aftermath of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States and the subsequent American military operations in Afghanistan, the 24-hour Arabic-language news organization Al-Jazeera has featured prominently in media coverage. Western media have not been able to operate effectively in Taliban-controlled areas of Afghanistan, so coverage of the Qatar-based organization has become invaluable. However, what is the message Al-Jazeera sends?
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Afghanistan Women: What is RAWA?
All about the Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan.
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An Italian Leader: Berlusconi the Crusader
While US and European leaders are trying to put together a large coalition against the fundamentalist supporters of terrorism, the Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has caused a diplomatic incident with his declaration on the supremacy of the western civilization. Berlusconi, a media tycoon running Italy since May, is not at his first blunder. Italian voters know his loquacity, but still this didn&#8217;t keep them from sending him to government with the elections held in May. Since, Italy&#8217;s prime minister, who is also on trial for bribery, has not resolved any of his numerous conflicts of interests, among them his fear of international investigations, which are now necessary to seize the terrorists&#8217; financial resources. Yet, as a traditional friend of Arab nations, Italy could still play an important role in the current diplomatic game due to the presence of the former Afghan king Zahir Shah in Rome.
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Applying the Iraqi Surge Strategy to Afghanistan
Barack Obama and the US military have been advocating a troop "surge" strategy for Afghanistan as a solution to the war. A solution which poses serious risks.
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Kabul Beauty School
Deborah Rodriguez, a hairdresser from the Midwest, traveled to the Middle East with a humanitarian group to aid the people of the war-torn region.
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Obama's Foreign Policy Objectives in Afghanistan
President-elect Barack Obama wants to make Afghanistan his top foreign policy priority. However, there are still lingering questions over his real objectives.
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Quick Travel Guide to Kabul
Afghanistan is open for tourism and travelers are finding their way. Museums, a beauty shop and an upscale boutique are some of the places to see in Kabul.
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The absurdity of Osama bin Laden
An article looking at the absudity of the chief mastermind behind the attacks of 9/11.
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Acid Attacks on the Rise
Recorded incidents of vitriolage, the act of throwing acid on individuals in order to permanently disfigure them, have increased at an alarming rate in recent years.
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IS CANADA IMMUNE TO TERRORISM?
A few weeks ago, fiction turned to reality when terrorist attacked the USA. Since Canada and the US have such a close relationship, the question arises, "Is Canada Immune to Terrorism?"
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STAMP OUT TERRORISM
On September 11, terrorists hijacked four planes and assaulted the United States. Over 6,000 people lost their lives to terrorism that morning. It is time to declare war on terrorism and terrorists around the world.
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Mainstream media discovers 9-11 "conspiracy theory"?
Is the intelligence community using "conspiracy theories" as a pretext to destroy freedom of the press and freedom of speech?
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Obama's Middle East Foreign Policy
What can be expected from future president Barack Obama's foreign policy toward the Middle East? What will be different from the Bush years and what should stay the same?
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Unafraid to Identify Islamic Terrorism
Political correctness is atttempting to drive journalism away from the truth.

Liberal Christian Evangelizing: Exclusivity in God's Kingdom Be Damned
If part and parcel of Christian activism today includes an aggressive evangelical effort then I see liberal Christians empowered to counter the evangelizing of questionable theology and priorities of the Christian Right with an evangelical effort that builds rather than destroys, that seeks peace rather than attempts to justify war, that, like God, encourages awareness of every sparrow that falls - leaving no child, no adult, no family, no culture, no nation or race and no society behind or left out of the "neighbor" whom God says to love.
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Cracks in the Façade of Bush Inc.
It is true that the Emperor Nero fiddled from the balcony of his Imperial palace while Rome burned in the 10th century AD because he lacked the wit to lead the charge to save the city. Is George W. Bush our Nero? Is he wasting valuable time lunching with school children while to nation sinks deeper into a war without a leader?
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