We have a bunch. Thought I'd just put 'em all together and make them easier for you to, uh, follow.
Today's follow-up on the Brazilian anthrax incident with the Egyptian sailor. The situation is raising more questions than answers.
Here's a follow-up that bridges 2 of our top topics lately: the Canadian response to SARS, and its implications for bioterrorism (hint: not good).
A nice artistic follow-up to Saddam's big statue in Kirkuk was yesterday's Photo of the Day. Love the subtle point by making a statue out of army boots (soles are an insult in Arab culture).
Armed Liberal follows up his "Israel and WMD" post with a request for reading recommendations on the Middle East.
More thoughts on last week's conspiracy theories theme, and a framework that may help us figure out how to fight them.
Speaking of conspiracy theories, Aziz insists on continuing the debate re: his allegation about Israel researching genetically-targeted bioweapons. I've got a post coming that responds. Just wanted y'all to know I haven't gone silent on this.
The truth is a conspiracy in Iran's theocracy. Remember Sina Motallebi, the arrested Iranian blogger & journalist we've been covering? Here's an update on his situation, along with an important discussion of the agonizing choices that go with living under a dictatorship. A few days ago, a letter to the President of Iran was also sent. If you haven't done so yet, please sign the petition, or write to any of the addresses in it.
Dean Esmay's Campaign for Democracy in Iraq hasn't stopped, either. You can still get involved.
Zogby blog reminds us not to forget Amina Lawal, the Nigerian woman who was condemned to death by stoning for adultery in accordance with Sharia Law. Of course, the man involved simply denied the charges - that was enough to get him released. Zogby Blog has background and petition links.
Back when PFC Jessica Lynch was rescued, we noted the heroism of Mohammed Odeh Al Rehaief. Not only did he tip off the Americans, but he went back to the hospital to draw maps, note forces, etc. My comment at the time was that medals are nice, but he deserves a green card too. Score! He and his family are in America now, and a lobbyist firm has hired him.
If that's what he and his family wanted then I'm glad they got it. Its sad in another way, I'm sure his country could use a man like him to stay there right now too.
I've noticed that Aziz seems awfully concerned with being called names, and going on ad nauseum to prove he wasn't what he was accused of.
Think the Shakespeare quote comes to bear here, or is he just incredibly thin-skinned?
What-EVER.