Iran hostage crisis gamble and RHIB patrol risks
The article notes RHIBs with powerful outboard motors as swift watercraft for patrols in Iraqi waters, but warns their light construction provides little protection. A single machinegun burst could sink the boat and kill sailors, though life vests offer limited safety. The piece recalls 2005 U S. sailors inspecting the northern Persian Gulf.
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Tigris
Euphrates Estuary
Iraqi
Persian Gulf
Brinkmanship rises as hostage crisis involves Royal Navy sailors
The article details Iran's seizure of 15 Royal Navy personnel and the surrounding forces, noting nearby U.S. and British vessels. It analyzes internal Iranian strife, rising corruption perceptions, and U.N. sanctions while highlighting Western diplomatic efforts and potential for escalation with Western naval power in the region.
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Royal Navy
U.S
Britain
Iran
Tehran
Iraq
GOP Lost Its Touch Amid Bush Era Scandals and Doan Controversy
A column contends Republicans lost credibility on governance after the Walter Reed, U.S. attorney firings, and Patriot Act issues. It cites a Hatch Act violation probe into GSA chief Lurita Doan, her bid to steer no bid contracts, and clashes with inspectors general. The piece questions White House judgment and predicts fresh scandals.
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Jimmy Carter
Ronald Reagan
George H.W. Bush
Robert Novak
Congress
Bush
House
Novak
Walter Reed Hospital
U.S
FBI
Oversight and ‘Government Reform Committee
General Services ‘Administration
Lurita Alexis ‘Doan
GSA
Doan
White House
Hatch
Dean
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Michael Brown
On This Date in 1981 Reagan Shot Outside Hotel
1981 date marks President Reagan being shot and seriously wounded near a Washington hotel. Wounded were James Brady a Secret Service agent and a D C police officer. The list includes other historical anniversaries and notable birthdays.
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Reagan
Washington
John W. Hinckley Jr
White House
James Brady
Secret Service
District of Columbia
Deceitful statehood push for Puerto Rico attracts backlash
The article argues against granting statehood to Puerto Rico despite Democratic pressure. It notes past referendums showing about 46.5 percent in favor, 50.5 percent opposing none of the above, and warns of political and linguistic upheaval if statehood is granted, citing independence factions and bilingual tensions.
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Puerto Rico
Democratic Party
U.S
House
Ismall
United States
Statehood
United States of America
Quebec
Ireland
Bosnia
Iraq
Canada
Schlafly warns against Puerto Rico statehood and English Plus
Phyllis Schlafly argues against Puerto Rico statehood claiming it would burden the U S with bilingual policies. She criticizes House Concurrent Resolution 11 and HR 900, warning that dual plebiscites rig the vote and threaten national unity.
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U.S
Puerto Rico
Jose Serrano
Serrano
House of Representatives
U.S. Senate
Congress
House
Senate
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