Here are just two examples why I am thankful to have the Internet so I can read some of the news from overseas. First off, there is this report from Patrick Nicholson [The cans and buckets are empty and people are desperate]
"[Umm Qasr] is not under control. It's like the Wild West, and even the most serious humanitarian concern, water, is not being adequately administered."
While we are being bombarded by cowboy video games and commentary by out-of-work generals, the Iraqi people suffer. Yet, we wouldn't know without the Internet.
Then, there is this: Turf War Rages in Washington Over Who Will Rule Iraq
Here we are, worrying about our families and friends dying for oil, and our leaders are gleefully wringing their hands over the spoils. It is sickening and further proves what Kerry said is true: Regime change begins at home.