President Barack Obama responded to detractors on both sides of the political aisle while defending his administration’s military pressure on Syria in a televised address on Tuesday night. “Our ideals and principles, as well as our national security…
The Day God Listened: 9/11
God sometimes listens to prayers and 9/11 was a day God listened. At the Democratic National Convention in 2012, in […]
What’s the REAL Problem with Common Core Down to the Nitty Gritty?
Many people hate Common Core without really even knowing what it is… Ever since I first learned of Common Core, I began studying it. My wife is an educational consultant the type of districts my wife is invited into are those that are in danger of…
Short on teachers, aides and copy paper, Philly schools prepare to open anyway
September 6, 2013 By Kevin McCorry, @bykevinmccorry With classes set to begin Monday morning, here’s the on-the-ground view of what life in a traditional Philadelphia public school looks like: Fewer staff. More students. Basic supplies at a premium…
Higher Education, Higher Debt
Higher Education And Even Higher Debt (via http://www.thebrennerbrief.com) Our higher education system is fatally flawed and should be called mis-education. […]
Why is Obama Pushing So Hard to Topple Syria’s Assad?
The Global Elite wants to topple Syria’s Assad. Why and will they get what they want? Dr. John Coleman has probably done more to uncover the shadow government than any other individual. Coleman discusses the current situation with Syria in a monograph…
War on Syria Means Victory for Al Qaeda
To remind McCain and the media, al Qaeda is NOT a group of “moderates.” By Cliff Kincaid President Obama’s proposed military strike means, practically speaking, that the U.S. will intervene on behalf of al Qaeda in Syria. Why is this dangerous…
Obama to make G20 push for Syria strike
World leaders meet Thursday at a G20 summit in Russia where US President Barack Obama will strive to bridge deep divisions over his push for military action against the Syrian regime’s alleged use of chemical weapons. With pressure mounting on the G20…
Manning files bid for Obama pardon: lawyer
Lawyers for Chelsea Manning filed a request for a pardon from President Barack Obama on Tuesday following the soldier’s 35-year jail sentence for the biggest intelligence leak in US history. “Private Manning’s pardon request was filed today by our office…
Top Republicans back Obama on Syria as refugee tide swells
President Barack Obama won firm backing from key Republican leaders Tuesday for “proportional” strikes on Syria, as Washington closed ranks to warn Damascus that chemical attacks would not be tolerated. The dramatic developments in Washington came as…
Congress: Don’t Vote on Syria
Congress should reconsider its vote on Syria. As we debated America hurtling itself toward another war (this time Syria) over […]
MDA Telethon At $54.1 Million, Giving Invited Through Midnight Monday
Download image Download image TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 2, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Musical performances and inspiring family stories were featured prominently on tonight’s MDA Show of Strength Telethon. The Muscular Dystrophy Association’s telethon…
US spied on Brazil, Mexico presidents: report
The US National Security Agency spied on the communications of the Brazilian and Mexican presidents, accessing the Mexico leader’s emails before he was elected, Brazil’s Globo television reported. Rio de Janeiro-based journalist Glenn Greenwald, a columnist…
France lawmakers ‘to see proof Syria regime behind attack’
France will hand over evidence to lawmakers on Monday proving President Bashar al-Assad’s regime was behind the August 21 chemical weapons attack in Syria, a government source told AFP. “It will be a set of evidence of different kinds that will allow…
Illegal Aliens Unworthy of MLK’s Legacy
La Raza protesters hijacking MLK’s legacy for a cause he would vehemently oppose, said his top aide and speechwriter. Submitted by: Veronica Coffin As the nation recognizes the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s I Have A Dream speech…