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Iraqi forces now securing historical Ziggurat at Ur
On May 13th, 2009, security of the historic and well-preserved Ziggurat of Ur was officially returned to Iraqi authorities from Coalition forces. ""What you see here today has been set up by the Iraqi people,"...
Memorial Day Tradition Celebrates Third Year
By Bob McCarty at BobMcCarty.com For the third consecutive year, I’ve chosen the days leading up to Memorial Day as appropriate for honoring all of those who paid the ultimate price in service to their country by... Funding a brighter future through micro-grants
Micro-grant programs are helping schools and businesses get back on their feet Iraq. "Because of the micro-grant program, this school, along with local businesses, now has proper facilities to help improve...Study focuses on combat nightmares
Studies are being conducted to reduce combat-related nightmares among Soldiers returning from combat zones. ""A great concern is that a lot of Soldiers coming back from theater having had combat experience have recurring nightmares, along with other symptoms," Peterson said....Members of Congress affected by experience as military spouses
Because of their experiences as military spouses, members of Congress are inspired to sponsor bills that support military families. ""As a woman on the Armed Services Committee and a military spouse, it provides me a unique perspective," she said. "(I'm) able to visit our... Soldiers Forced to Disclose Personal Fireams Data
In a post yesterday, Mitchell Langbert offers an insightful look at how U.S. Army soldiers are being required to disclose to their superiors all information about their firearms — personally-owned... Mullen tours forward outposts in Afghanistan
U.S. Navy Admiral, Mike Mullen toured forward outposts in Afghanistan and emphasized the need for for "enablers" (engineers, civil affairs, military intelligence, helicopters, military police, and intelligence,...IA, U.S. Soldiers work to end smuggling
The Iraqi Army and U.S. Soldiers work together and work hard to make Iraq a safter place. " "I really enjoy doing these missions with the Americans," said an Iraqi soldier. Along the route, the Iraqi and U.S.... Is Tech 'Turf War' Putting U.S. Troops at Risk?
By Bob McCarty "Copyright © 2009 Bob McCarty Writes. All rights reserved. To request reprint permission, send an e-mail to BobMcCartyWrites (at) gmail (dot) com. " A controversy with life-and-death implications has been brewing for 12 months over the Army's decision to... The Modern Peace Movement: 'Peace is Practical' Conference Report
Given the current major economic downturn, it's impossible for one to imagine the U.S federal government engaging in establishing a new Cabinet portfolio of any type. Particularly one, that on the surface would seem...NASCAR star brings Vietnam vet 'full circle'
Retired Master Sgt. Ed Brodey says his life came full circle when he met NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Jeff Gordon, who pilots the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet sponsored by the company that employed Brodey’s father,...Weekly Radio Spin: Philip Morris Gets a Gift
This week, lobbyists line up for climate change, the economy gives the Army a break and shameless AIG. In "Six Degrees of Spin and Fakin,'" D.C. Navigators.
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'Dear John Doe' Letters Sent to Families of Fallen Soldiers
The U.S. Army is apologizing to approximately 7,000 families for generic form letters that were sent to the families of slain soldiers, meant to inform them of services and gifts available...
created by Karen Hatter | 48 wks ago | updated 48 wks ago
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Weekly Radio Spin: Help Them Help Us
This week, we look at good eats in Iraq, selling agua and calling all cars for a bail-out. In "Six Degrees of Spin and Fakin'," we A-S-K about front groups.
created by Center for Media and Democracy | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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Weekly Radio Spin: Unprotected Whistleblowing
This week, we look at the demise of whistleblower protections, Lipitor's new pitch man, and how to look like you're military without actually enlisting. In "Six Degrees of Spin and Fakin'," we look at the Ogilvy...
created by Center for Media and Democracy | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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