Obama Cairo speech aims to reset US Muslim ties
President Obama's conciliatory address at Cairo University drew praise across the Muslim world and broadcast widely, signaling a possible new beginning based on mutual respect. He urged religious freedom and rule of law while stressing a durable U.S. bond with Israel and a timing for Iraq troop withdrawal. Critics in Iran and among radical groups dismissed the speech as smokescreen for aggressive aims.
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Washingtons daily political theater and global tensions
Washington dwells on the GM Chrysler bailout and its taxpayers future while debating Sonia Sotomayors Supreme Court prospects and a broad critique of national leadership. North Korea and Asia risks mix with domestic politics as the president faces scrutiny over earmarks and a theater night with his wife.
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Keep Guantanamo Open Despite Biden Promises
A conservative column argues the U S must keep Guantanamo Bay open arguing public opinion favors retaining the facility. It cites Gallup data showing opposition to closing Gitmo and transferring detainees and warns repatriation risks. The piece claims declassified Pentagon data show some released detainees reengaged, urging continued detention under armed guard.
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Recalling Utah beach landing
Veteran J.R. Pat Patterson Volant recalls the Utah Beach landing on D-Day June 6, 1944 with the 474th anti aircraft unit. He describes the invasion plan, weather delays, the Rhino rail approach, a sergeant discarding his glasses, and relatively light Utah casualties compared with Omaha. He notes 40th and 50th anniversary commemorations in France and New Castle, and hopes his granddaughter may visit the beaches in ten years.
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