Archive: December, 2003

Unlike the French, let's guard freedom

by  Mansour Omar El-Kikhia At 26 December 2003 Hour 00:00 AM

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A political debate in France reminded me of what a great place America is. I get a few e-mails and letters from angry readers calling me awful names and accusing ... More...
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Bush's ineptitude sinks to new low

by  Mansour Omar El-Kikhia At 19 December 2003 Hour 12:00 PM

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Sometimes, when it comes to the Bush administration, I feel like a character in the movie "The Godfather." Michael Corleone said every time he wanted to get out of the family ... More...
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Once brutal leader of little significance

by  Mansour Omar El-Kikhia At 15 December 2003 Hour 00:00 AM

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It is difficult for many Westerners living a life of privilege and freedom to appreciate the emotions that engulfed me on hearing the news of Saddam's capture. As a political refugee, ... More...
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Israel's leaders hindering peace

by  Mansour Omar El-Kikhia At 12 December 2003 Hour 00:00 AM

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Why do Middle East peace attempts fail? This is a pivotal question that some Israeli and Palestinian peacemakers are trying to answer. It seems brave Israelis such as former Justice Minister ... More...
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Philosopher-king could rescue U.S.

by  Mansour Omar El-Kikhia At 5 December 2003 Hour 00:00 AM

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"And is there anything more akin to wisdom than truth?" This is one of the questions the ancient Greek philosopher Plato asked in his seminal work, "The Republic." Truth, according to ... More...
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