Tag Archives: War

Open Thread | Checking in on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Posted on September 12, 2022 by rikyrah

I have to admit that when this all began, I rooted for Ukraine, because I thought Putin was being heavy handed, and illogical, and just a damn demon for invading Ukraine. He had no reason other than wanting to get … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | The War in Afghanistan is Over

Posted on August 31, 2021 by rikyrah

There is nothing low-grade, low-risk, or low-cost about any war. It was time to end the war in Afghanistan. pic.twitter.com/jAGbWnBzol — Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) September 1, 2021 20 years. And, it is finally over. Thank you, President Biden for doing … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | War With Iran?

Posted on January 3, 2020 by rikyrah

Yes, he is stupid enough to do it. There is no doubt about that. But, Iran IS NOT Iraq. It is not. Mess with the Persians if you dare. They are not playing. This is going to be a disaster. … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread | Music of the 1970’s

Posted on June 19, 2015 by rikyrah

List of best-selling albums by year in the United States Year- Performing artist(s)- Nationality- Album 1970 Simon and Garfunkel -United States -Bridge over Troubled Water 1971 Various Artists – Jesus Christ Superstar 1972 Neil Young- Canada- Harvest 1973 War -United … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread | Music of the 1970’s

Posted on May 30, 2015 by rikyrah

Good Morning. I hope you enjoy this weekend with family and friends. We finish the 1970’s in 1975. We will return back to it. 1975 1. Born to Run – Bruce Springsteen 2. Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen 3. Walk This … Continue reading →

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Video | President Obama Makes Statement on Military Action in Syrian

Posted on September 23, 2014 by rikyrah

President Obama is expected to make a statement on airstrikes in Syria this morning at 10 am EDT/9 am CT before heading to New York for the UN Summit. Watch it live here… Updated: PBO: ‘LAST NIGHT ON MY ORDERS…”

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White House Condemns Israel’s shelling of UN School in Gaza Strip

Posted on July 30, 2014 by rikyrah

WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States is condemning Israel’s shelling of a U.N. school in the Gaza Strip that was sheltering displaced Palestinians. It’s the sharpest criticism the U.S. has leveled at Israel over the more than three weeks of … Continue reading →

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Serendipity SOUL | Saturday Open Thread |

Posted on March 16, 2013 by rikyrah

Happy Saturday, Everyone! Enjoy the JAMS! Mo’ Better Blues THIRD WORLD-NOW THAT WE’VE FOUND LOVE Heavy D & The Boyz – Now That We Found Love ft. Aaron Hall Tom Browne – Funkin’ for Jamaica “War” by Edwin Starr (Original … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread

Posted on February 19, 2013 by rikyrah

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT HUBRIS: SELLING OF THE IRAQ WAR

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Videos | President Obama & Mitt Romney’s Interviews On 60 Minutes

Posted on September 24, 2012 by rikyrah

UPDATED WITH FULL VIDEO; President Obama PART 4 If Romney wants a WAR, he should say so. – CBS, ’60 Minutes’ Mitt Romney Part 3 Mitt Romney talks about the essential qualities of a leader and the lessons he’s learned … Continue reading →

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