Dismal Left Living

The screen in my eyes creates visual images of frustration and lack of control. The sounds of the voice speaking words of death and destruction reverberate against my ear drum, and allow my thoughts to, for a split second, morph into insanity.

We are all going to die.

What a horrible thought. One in which I have never indulged in for lack of fear or anxiety. "We are all going to die." I fumble the words in my head like a set of loose marbles, rolling around in the cavernous, dank place of my thoughts reserved for panic and self-destruction. "We are. All. Going to. Die." Not by our own means, but by the means and decisions of others. That is the worst part of it all. The idea of dying and death is inevitable, but what is misunderstood easily by this phrase is that there is an inconsistant reality wallowing underneath the pattern of simple syllables. We are all going to die - because of the choices others make. The more powerful politicians and businessmen and women will decide our fate. You - to Iraq. You - to Afghanistan. You - kill your wife to show your dedication to my cause. You - leave your family. You - suck his cock. You, You, You - strap a bomb to your body. You - are my slave. I will do as I wish, kill as I wish, destroy as I wish, and you, yes you, have no choice but to squirm in angst as my ship sails into the wind.

We are all going to die.

Extinction. We will one day become extinct, wiped out, completely eliminated. It is only a matter of time. If it isn't nuclear warfare or a plague that will wipe us all out, it will be global warming. We have the nuclear power to wipe out 8 billion people. There are only 6 billion people on this planet. Think about that. One goes off 'accidentally' and life has passed us by. Our lives are no longer ours to live in this sea of capitalistic ships. Every minute another sets sails, and we no longer bow down to an everlasting spirit, we bow down to a dollar sign that leaves our bodies cold and heartless. Dog-eat-dog. An eye-for-an-eye, a tooth for a tooth. A single life of one in Africa is less than a single life in America, or Europe, or . . . or . . .

Life is no longer ours. We are all going to die.

We can only hope it is quick and painless. Honor is no longer achievable.

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Multiple Choice Tuesday:

Q: Is Iraq undergoing a sectarian civil war?


A. Yes.
B. No.
C. Today's Tuesday?

If I were MSNBC, my answer would clearly be A. If I were President Bush, my answer would clearly be B. If I were some random pot head that accidently stumbled upon this blog, my answer would probably be C. Regardless, the situation is as it stands - no one has any idea what state we are in in Iraq.

Personally, if I were to answer this simple question, I'd answer A. In fact, I have considered Iraq in a low-grade civil war state for quite some time. President Bush and his cronies would greatly disagree with me on this notion, however - only because my symantics are off key.


"There's a lot of sectarian violence taking place, fomented in my opinion because of the attacks by Al Qaeda causing people to seek reprisal," Bush responded when asked about the current situation in Iraq and how this week has been the deadliest since it's beginning in March 2003 - "We've been in this phase for a while."

Yes, yes we have, Mr. Bush. We have been in "this phase" for quite some time now.

I think we're all aware of that - especially the families of loved one's who have died because thier children/husbands/fathers/uncles/aunts/sisters/fiancees/neices etc. have been killed "accidentally" in this horrible, unfortunate war. That's correct - it has been reported that a majority of the deaths of American soldiers are being killed because they are accidentally caught between enemy fire. That is - enemy fire of warring Sunni's and Shi'ites that are combating in a CIVIL WAR. Right now America is nothing but a referee in the midst of all of this - our people are dying from random gun shots and shrapnel from guns and bombs that are exploding around them. Can't you see, Mr. President? You are using our people as a buffer. You are using the lives of American troops as cannon fodder. You are allowing this to go on, and all you can say is "We've been in this phase for a while."

In the mean time - our presence there is merely just "buying time" for the Iranian and Syrian government whilst they stabilize their own "plan" for this "democracy" we are trying to implement. The only way WE are going to get out of this mess is if Iran and Syria allow us to at this point.


I am too disgusted to continue. . . . . but! In the mean time: The Bush Twins get robbed in Argentina under the noses of the Secret Service! (P.S: They're there to celebrate their 25th Birthday!) Glorious.

Ahhh . . . . The theme reigns strong, my people, Bush can't even secure his own children let alone our nation.

Food for thought.

Prediction 2007: Three Civil Wars

Yes, kind audience it is true. A handsome three civil wars is the prediction for 2007 in the Middle East. Yes, King Abdullah II of Jordan shared with us this interesting (and honest) little tidbit on This Week George Stephanopoulous yesterday . Let's name them, shall we?

• Palestine. The chaos in this situation is abounding and never ending. Why? Because we have allowed and supported it. Israel is one of our main allies in the region and because of such pitiful attempts for negotiations on our part, the situation has only allowed to fester into a gangrenous, moldy goo. The emotional turmoil embedded in the situation that is Palestine is one of the core issues that the Middle East is facing in each of the following civil war scenarios. The emotionally torn public has been faced with nothing but unfair torture over the past fifty years, and because of this emotional inner chaos, the spark and spread of insurgency is created. One must take note of the emotional rip the Palestinians have been forced to live with and how the unfortunate circumstances in Palestine are translated to other major issues in the Arab world today.
  
• Lebanon. Poor Lebanon - this country has been in political turmoil since April of 1975 when a gunman was hired to shoot Pierre Gemayel, founder of the main rightist Christian militia. Though in '75 Gemayel was not killed, just last week Gemayel's grandson, government minister and symbol of Lebanon's besieged Christian, pro- Western community, was assasinated. Today Lebanon is torn internally due to the sharp contrast between the Iranian- backed group Hezbollah and the Western-backed ruling coalition. If not supported and advised properly with diplomatic talks and communication between the United States, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Iran - Lebanon can, and will be, easily added to the civil war list.
  
• Iraq. Though we all know of the war in Iraq, barely a quarter of the American public are actually aware (or interested) in what is actually happening on the ground. The turmoil between Sunni Muslims and the Shi'ites in the region is thick as toxic smoke. The problem the United States is having has to do with the lack of knowledge of the people in this region. The one way to solve the civil war in Iraq is only through diplomatic talks with Syria, Iran, Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. The good news? Bush is actually taking diplomatic steps towards a resolution. Next week Bush will be meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki in Amman, Jordan to discuss important political strategy in Iraq. The bad news? Moktada al-Sadr, the powerful Shi'ite cleric, has threatened to withdraw from the government if the prime minister meets with President George W. Bush, because of his sordid hate for the Americans. Fantastic. So Maliki is in a tough position - either he can meet with Bush and face furious dissapointment from his Shi'ite counterpart (who is an extremely powerful man and influence in Iraq) or he could meet with Bush to host discussions to help aid the United States in getting their ass out of this mess without having to go through another Vietnam scenario.

I terms of America's position in all of this, I have four words: We're not completely fucked.

Now, we're almost there, but we're not completely screwed on this one. Why do I say this? Because - the important key fact to note is that we are in a position to make steps towards peace. And that is what it has all come down to. Yes, Mr. Bush, you have shouted "peace!" and "freedom!" this whole time, so buck up and give us some damn results. Forget your profits and your oil money, and your political elbow rubbing - you and your administration have failed in accomplishing your goals of mass profits, and since that has failed, you now have no other option than to play the strong counter-support in the "peace process" you have been wailing about since day one.

Get ready America, we're in this for the long-haul. That's right, fasten your seatbelts, kind American citizens - we have three civil wars to aid, solve, and support! (Do I feel a draft in here?)

Now - Who wants to make bets that the fifty-first state will probably be established in the Middle East along the way?

Kissinger: No Hopes of Military Victory

Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger told the BBC on Sunday November 19, that the United States should not expect a military victory in Iraq . Kissinger expressed that the United States ’ only chance of any victory would be implemented by diplomacy and communication with surrounding countries such as Iran (and potentially Syria). Sounds easy enough. I’m sure Ahmadinejad would welcome us with open arms to discussions about how he is going to become the main inheritor of our mess o' grandeur.

To tell you the truth, I think Mr. Kissinger is definitely on to something. Infact I'll go one step further to say "he's absolutely correct in his thinking." I do, however, find it a little ironic how he has decided to wait until the last minute to advise the United States on such diplomatic relations. Though, this is excusable, I guess. . . . This ‘waiting until the last minute to give sound advice’ seems to be a reoccurring theme throughout his practice, so I guess in this case it was expected. *cough* Vietnam *cough, cough*



Regardless! I concur with Mr. Kissinger’s apprehensive and warned advice to President Bush on the issues of Iraq . As we have already noted, noted, and noted again – the more military might we invest, the more rapidly the insurgency grows and festers. Obviously, after five years of fighting, one would think we should, oh, I dunno – invest in a different strategy? It only makes sense to kowtow to Ahmadinejad, amongst others in this situation (as sick that may make Bush and his cronies) for this strategy is one that, believe it or not – does make sense.

Think about it - we have already been completely abandoned by our other allies, why not make new ones? The strategic placement, the cultural understanding, the influence, and the acknowledgement of status that would go into diplomatically creating allied relations with Iran may not only help us get our troops out of Iraq faster, but also aid us in relations there in the future. Of course this means that Bush need avid and staunch guidance in how to properly communicate with Ahmadinejad, but I’m sure his Dad, Bush Sr. could help him out with that one.

The sad reality is that we have allowed ourselves to get into this embarrassing situation, but the good news, is – if managed properly, we can still get out of this mess with some credibility. By asking for help and support from those whom we could loosely consider enemies, we may have a chance at turning this situation around.

Yes, we are powerful. Yes, we are strong. Yes, we are united (barely). However, as a perfect example of what this war has made of us – we cannot ignore the fact that we, as the most powerful nation in the world, are not invincible.

"I'll take The fall of the Roman Empire for $1000, Alec"

The Drama

I love politics.

Hear Ye, Hear Ye - Democrats have won the House and Senate! Pelosi is the new Speaker of the House, and she's already managed to split the party in half! Hear Ye, Hear Ye!

With the good comes the ugly, and we've got a doozy. At the moment the world is rejoicing, for the Democrats have now gained power in the House and Senate, leaving President Bush in a bit of a tough spot. Nancy Pelosi is the new Speaker of the House - a very prominent and powerful position which requires much responsibility and precise management skills. Pelosi has the power to take the Democrats to the top. She has the ability to strengthen the Democrats and unite them as a strong and uniform identity on the Hill. She has the means to make her mark in history. She has the . . . . .

Sigh.

News break: Pelosi has already successfully split the Democratic party without even being properly inaugurated. Crap!

The situation is this, ladies and gents: Nancy has the ability to choose the majority leader, and Hoyer was the main candidate up for grabs. Suddenly without word or slight nuance, she is promoting and nominating John Murtha for the position. Whaaa? Where did this come from? And what, oh what, is her little hippy mind thinking? Read more here.

The Democrats are in power. They have a chance to make the difference. The World is in celebration on a global scale, and we're screwing around with who's going to be the majority leader? Come on. Why the drama? In my personal opinion, she would be smart not to take a position on this matter. In the most case her avid promotion of Murtha for Majority Leader appears completely self-serving and biased. As a leader she should know that she should not be dealing the cards for the rest of the party.

In my personal opinion, Pelosi should not be as involved in this race as she is. It is her job to lead us in the right direction, not pull the party apart by implementing her own agenda. You know what this reminds me of? Bush tactics. This strategy and messy game of "hand picking" your "team" is selfish and overtly righteous.

Come on, Nancy. Stop promoting your own agenda.

If the majority is divided, we will be easily conquered.

Change

You can feel it in the air, the beautiful power of choice. The excitement of the race for who will win. All scandals, repulsive commercials, ridiculous accusations and tyrannous bullshit will be pushed to the side. The importance now is in the effort of the people. The power is in the unification of the parties. The silent fight for the will to want more from your country and those who represent you.

The beauty of the vote is apparent - it is an honor, a right, a chance to be rewarded. Whether you are a voting Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, Green Party or Communitarian, the choice is yours.

Decisions will be made today.

Decisions that will affect all of us.

Exercise your right. Vote.