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Remembrance Day Sunday

Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 6:52 AM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

A colleague astonished me yesterday by asking, “What’s the deal with that red flower?” She wanted to know why Prince William, Kate Middleton, and so many other Brits are wearing a poppy on their lapels. To me, this was as absurd as asking, “What’s the deal with that pink ribbon?” You know, the one people… Read more.

Observing Veterans Day

Friday, November 11, 2022 at 7:23 AM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

Podcast Episode 96   Search Veterans Day and the top results will be all about holiday shopping deals. But Congress intended this day to honor those who served in the Armed Forces, especially the ones who paid the ultimate sacrifice. This episode is a forlorn reminder of that original intent. * The episode was originally… Listen.

Obama’s Mission Creep in Iraq Channeling JFK’s Mission Creep in Vietnam

Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at 6:58 AM
Written by Anthony L. Hall

I urge you to listen carefully for anything that convinces you that his war on terrorism (against ISIS) will be any more successful than Bush’s ill-fated war on terrorism (against al-Qaeda). Just be mindful that JFK convinced the American people that his war on communism (in Vietnam) would be more successful than his predecessor Truman’s war… Read more.