Category Archives: Social Justice

The Birth Pangs of a new Middle East Heavy Labor is Upon Us by Eileen Flemming

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

The way to justice, peace and security is in solidarity with International law and United Nations Resolutions, and when they are honored by all; the world will welcome the birth of a new Middle East. Last week, King Abdullah of … Continue reading →

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“We’re Taking Down 7 Countries in 5 Years”: A Regime Change Checklist by Professor Gary Leupp

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

It’s a five-year plan. We’re going to take down seven countries in five years. We’re going to start with Iraq, then Syria, Lebanon, then Libya, Somalia, Sudan, we’re going to come back and get Iran in five years. Last October … Continue reading →

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Address by King Abdullah II to the Joint Meeting of Congress March 7, 2007, Washington DC

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful. Madam Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Honorable Senators and Members of Congress, My friends, Thank you for such a warm welcome. It is an honor to stand, as my father did, before … Continue reading →

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“We are a Democracy!” by Hugh (International Solidarity Movement)

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

“They claim they are a democracy, what democracy! No democracy treats people in this way! They are no democracy, they are stupid, they are evil!” Walking through Bethlehem yesterday I was stopped by a taxi driver I have come to … Continue reading →

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Rachel Corrie and Palestine by Sonja Karkar

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

Rachel was a peace activist who had gone to Rafah in Gaza because she wanted to help bring the terrible plight of the Palestinians to the notice of the world … and tragically, she achieved that with her death more … Continue reading →

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A Fair Trial for David Hicks? by Stephen Charles

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

The conclusion seems inescapable that the Australian Government was concerned that the evidence upon which the prosecution relied for a conviction of Mr Hicks would be rejected in a trial in Australia, and that he might in consequence be acquitted … Continue reading →

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A Plea for Peace from a bereaved Palestinian father by Bassam Aramin

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

I will not seek vengeance. No, I will continue the work I have undertaken with my Israeli brothers. I will fight with all I have within me to see that Abir’s name, Abir’s blood, becomes the bridge that finally closes … Continue reading →

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Is George Bush ‘The Manchurian Candidate?’ by Robert Buzzanco

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

If enemies of the United States had gotten together a few years ago to devise a plan to damage America and undermine its global position … they would have been hard-pressed to create a program that would be more effective … Continue reading →

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Hysteria at Herzliy by Patrick J. Buchanan

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Father Dave

There is no need for war [with Iran]. Yet, Israelis, neocons, and their agents of influence are trying to whip us into one. Senators who are seeking absolution for having voted to take us into Iraq ought to be confronted … Continue reading →

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