Walker Bush is "W"rong AGAIN

Pfc. Peter Mikolajewski scans his sector(click here for link to photo) for during a combined cordon and search operation with 1st Battalion, 4th Brigade, 1st Iraqi National Police Division, in the Kamaliya area of eastern Baghdad. Mikolajewski is assigned to Company B, 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment. The 2-16th Infantry is operating in Baghdad under the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Bronco Suzuki, 2nd IBCT, 2nd Inf. Div. Public Affairs)

The photo above is not an image. It is not a mirage. It is real. An American soldier risking his life for the country he pledges allegiance, loyalty and within those two words is 'love for all his country and the citizens within it.' The 'flip side' of this is the 'image' Bush attempts to put forward which lacks credibility, loyalty and love of the USA. This soldier is on a mission he believes is important...

U.S. Military Deaths in Iraq at 3,609 (click here)
Wednesday July 11, 2007 1:31 AM
By The Associated Press
As of Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at least 3,609 members of the U.S. military have died since the beginning of the Iraq war in March 2003, according to an Associated Press count. The figure includes seven military civilians. At least 2,966 died as a result of hostile action, according to the military's numbers.
The AP count is the same as the Defense Department's tally, last updated Tuesday at 10 a.m. EDT.
The British military has reported 159 deaths; Italy, 33; Ukraine, 18; Poland, 20; Bulgaria, 13; Spain, 11; Denmark, seven; El Salvador, five; Slovakia, four; Latvia, three; Estonia, Netherlands, Thailand, two each; and Australia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Romania, South Korea, one death each.
Since the start of U.S. military operations in Iraq, 26,695 U.S. service members have been wounded in hostile action, according to the Defense Department's weekly tally....

...but, he is undermined by the politics of the president/commander and chief of the USA whom depends on this soldier's loyalty to his mission to define legitimacy for the image of Bush.

Mr. Bush is "W"rong. Let's understand that his speech today has absolutely no basis in fact/credibility based in the role of his office as stated in the USA Constitution. Bush literally spoke 'past' the USA Constitution to his 'base' in the Senate and House to continue to override the Constitution's legitimacy through opposing the will of the USA people to facilitate the agenda of cronies. That is 'politics' not government. They are all impeachable to that reality. Why shouldn't they stand together? If the country ever forced hearings on the 'wrong-doing' of current legislators in their responsibility to the Constitution, it would be found many Republicans in both branches of the Legislature qualify for impeachment based on their opposition to the will of the people of this country.

Bush is in the Executive Branch of the USA. The Executive Branch carries out the business of the country as represented by the Legislature. It's just that simple. Bush is obstructing the will of the people by standing in defiance to the legislation he now has to answer to as Commander and Chief of the USA military. He is attempting to further his coup by forcing the 'image' of the Legislature into subserviency as a 'funder' to his illegal and illegitmate war. The Legislature answers to no one but the people of this country. They don't have to answer to Bush, he has to answer to them, a place he feels uncomfortable with because Frist and DeLay no longer can run a corrupt legislature to facilitate the Bush coup.

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Bush: Mixed progress but victory still possible in 'ugly war'

by Mark Silva
President Bush, delivering a mixed report today about the progress of what he conceded is “an ugly war’’ in Iraq, called on Congress to allow the U.S. military time to show that his escalation of military forces can bring stability to the violence-wracked nation.
The president’s report, the first of two progress reports on several “benchmarks’’ that Congress demanded when it reluctantly approved $100 billion more for the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan earlier this year, ranks the Iraqi government on 18 measures. Bush reported “satisfactory’’ progress on eight, unsatisfactory progress on eight and mixed reviews on two.
The president insisted that he, as commander-in-chief, and not the Congress, as financiers of the military, will run the war in Iraq. Yet he also acknowledged growing congressional and public opposition to the war in an hour-long press conference in the West Wing of the White House today.
“I understand why the American people’’ are concerned about the war, the president said. “They’re tired of the war. There is war fatigue in America. It is affecting our psychology…. It’s an ugly war.
“It doesn’t surprise me that there is deep concern amongst our people,’’ Bush said. “Part of that concern is whether or not we can win… I know we’ve got to achieve our objective.’’
And Bush, asked how he can continue to prosecute a war which has lost the support of a majority of the American people said he will retire – at the end of next year – comfortable that he has hewed to “principle.’’
“The question now is, do we pull back and allow the polls, allow the Gallup Poll or whatever, to determine the fate of our country?’’ Bush said. “Sometimes, you just have to make the decisions based upon what you think is right…. My most important job is to help secure this country.’’
“Everybody wants to be loved,’’ said Bush, leaning into the new podium of a renovated West Wing press briefing room getting its debut press conference. “Sometimes the decisions you make and the consequences don’t allow you to be loved… (When he retires) I will be able to look in the mirror and say I made decisions based on principle, not politics.’’...

This is NOT 'war fatigue' by the American people, but, Bush is attempting through suggestion that it 'should be.' This is a redirection by the people of the USA to return legitimacy to their Constitution while returning control of it's military to the people rather than a runaway coup in DC. The American people have redefined the objective of their military. I don't know whom the 'we' is Bush refers to when he states there is an objective to be reached. The reality in Iraq and no one contests it, is that the circumstances of that country need a solution of cooperation/political if you will, by the people of Iraq to stop the violence. Everyone knows there is no military solution for Iraq, yet the 'eight' Benchmarks that have been achieved are all based in military definition. There has been NO political/social/economic progress made in Iraq. Bush is not capable of such goals because of his overfunded war which he threw more money to today. What justification did he give to put more money into a failed war? None. He provided no reason for added funding for Iraq. NONE !

Bush is right in that his more important job as president to the USA people is to secure this nation from any attack especially in the face of the attacks of September 11th and the current and past Intelligence ESTIMATES. Absolutely, that is his more important job. But, he continues to fail to achieve that goal as well. Our current 'Intelligence Estimate' is worse than last year, which is worse than the year before. Hello? Bush defines his job but fails to provide proof is he carrying it out in the face of evidence to the contrary. He is incompetent based in his own definition of his job when linked to the evidence. Incompetence is impeachable by the way. The Executive Branch has to be able to carry out their duties. This administration has never proven that they are competent and the current 'surge' is a last ditch effort to define a 'mission' to our military to salvage Bush's claim to Commander and Chief after the release of the Iraq Study Group.

The statement regarding 'longing to be loved' but aggrieved from that goal due to consequences of his job is a 'mechanism' to a well coached attempt to soften Bush's image and promote compassion for his predicament. Bush could not care less about 'being loved' by anyone except the cronies to the Republican Party. A softer image to Bush plays to women,but, this desperate act by him alone, rather than 'playing the hand' of the Bully Pulpit clearly indicates Bush under seige from every direction except his staff which shares in Bush's illegitimacy to their position in the Executive Branch.

A word about Cindy Sheehan. I believe she has the right path. She has to build her base to be elected.

Cindy at Camp Casey

Cindy with Jessie Jackson

Cindy with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi

Sheehan brings new campaign through Houston (Click on title above, thank you)
By ANNE MARIE KILDAYCopyright 2007 Houston Chronicle

Anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan spent her 50th birthday in Houston today, attending events aimed at ending the war in Iraq.
Sheehan joined other activists who gathered on the Montrose bridge during the afternoon rush hour to hold signs calling for the impeachment of President Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney.
Sheehan urged about 100 Houston peace activists to join join her 13-day caravan to Washington, D.C., where she plans to formally announce her candidacy against U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Sheehan, a Californian, announced she will challenge Pelosi if the lawmaker has not moved to impeach Bush and Cheney by July 23.

There is a fact no one can contest regarding Cindy Sheehan and that is she knew how to harness power and gain recognition. As a result The Peace Movement had a dedicated woman to foster the cause. She never abandoned them so much as recently has changed her focus. I wish her the best.

Cindy has to establish her legitimate claim to run for office. I think she has a challenge. The district she has chosen to run for federal office is already represented by another very competent women in the current House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The current Speaker has in a very short time been able to contextualize the electorate that brought the Democrats to the majority of both houses and move their agenda forward. I remind all that the House and Senate during their first 100 hours was able to pass meaningful legislation and have it signed by the very difficult Executive Branch.

As a side note, if you will, I do believe Bush said what he meant today, when he stated he wants to be liked as a President. I believe that is true. The unfortunate aspect of all that is he has his 'image' painted into a corner that is illegitimate along with policies that don't uphold the integrity of a nation he longs to befriend.

A good deal of his current image difficulty is due to his 'loyalty' to people such as Rove and Cheney along with his 'inflexibility' to achieve real and measurable goals in reducing Carbon Dioxide Emission by the USA, National Security, a clearly defined path to peace and prosperity for the USA and an administration that is credible to that end. Bush has a lot of self reflection to achieve the 'idea' of being a friend to the people of the USA. A lot. He's up to it if he chooses. There is plenty of legislation the USA people approve of which he has stood unilaterally in definance of and he needs to reconsider his position on all that has been brought to his desk. The USA has a lot of serious work to do in today's world including saving Afghanistan from the ravages of failed policy. The question is, does George Walker Bush's desire to befriend the USA exceed his 'die hard' loyalty to images and strategies of the Republican Party? I sincerely doubt he cares to work that hard at 'likeability.'

But to return to Cindy and her determination to turn the corner on the USA involvement in Iraq.

Cindy has to make a committment to her run for office, build a constituency and a funding base. She can have all the best intentions in the world and exhibit competency in achieving those intentions, but, without the confidence of a constituency she will never succeed.

Basically, Ms. Sheehan has to ask herself the questions, "Can I be elected?" and "Do I want to risk a marginal victory in replacing a House Speaker with a Republican?" Cindy will not be House Speaker if she is elected. That leadership role does not happen overnight.

Cindy and her campaign headquarters has to have a large margin of confidence before they move into such a rhelm. She can start by recognizing she is correct in her estimation that the USA Constitution has been effectively dismantled by the current Republican Legislators in DC. Getting an electorate, not just in her district, but across a constituency that will support her legislation should she be elected to turn the country's course in a different direction and away from further demise of it's Constitution, is a huge agenda. Cindy can motivate, but, can she 'build' on that motivation to change the course of a country headed for self destruction? It's a tall order for a little lady. I wish her the best. Sincerely.

Impeach George Walker Bush - Iraq fails to meet benchmarks, Bush refuses to remove troops. Just that simple.

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood (click here).


The Iraq government does not want the interference of the USA inside their country. Iraq has failed ot meet ten of the eighteen goals set by Congress. It's time to bring the troops out of Iraq. The killing is continuing against the will of the people of the USA.

Iraq Kurds renounce support of key oil law (click here)
Dispute threatens goal set by U.S.
By Yahya Barzanji
Associated Press
Published July 12, 2007
SULAYMANIYAH, Iraq -- Kurdish leaders spoke out Wednesday against a key oil law, raising further doubts over efforts to pass one of the political benchmarks sought by the U.S. at a time when the Bush administration is trying to fend off critics of its Iraq policy.The oil bill and other benchmarks are aimed at encouraging the Sunni Arab minority to support the government and turn away from the insurgency, easing violence over the long-term. The oil law at the center of debate now is part of a package to regulate the industry and distribute its profits, aiming to address Sunni fears of being squeezed out of the wealth by Iraq's dominant Shiites and the Kurds.

Bush and Cheney stand in defiance of the laws set by Legislation to govern the USA presence in Iraq. Bush has released more funds to a war the USA Legislature has stated the Executive Branch needs to disembark. The Oval Office is in definance of Congress, it's time to impeach. At least one more service man and two more civilians have died today unnecessarily in Iraq. The illegal invasion into Iraq continues to be an illegal war.

Shelling in Green Zone kills 3 (click here)
A U.S. service member is among the dead in Baghdad's fortified region. Iraqi Cabinet pledges aid to a bomb-ravaged town.
By Molly Hennessy-Fiske, Times Staff WriterJuly 11, 2007
BAGHDAD — At least 20 mortar rounds and Katyusha rockets struck the fortified Green Zone on Tuesday afternoon, killing an American service member and two other people in an attack on the heart of U.S. and Iraqi government facilities in the capital.Those killed included an Iraqi and a person whose nationality was unknown, according to a statement released by the U.S. Embassy. About 18 people were injured, including two U.S. military personnel and three American contract employees, the statement said.

MORE THAN EVER:

We don't belong in Iraq.

We never did.

Oppose the draft.

Bring the troops home now.

Impeach Bush and Cheney.

The humidity available in the north-west quarter of Earth is centered over Oklahoma. Yep. Right there on Latitude 36 North. Drought. No hurricanes.

July 12, 2007
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UNISYS Water Vapor Satellite



Tropical Storm BERYL showed up about this time last year. About a week from now. Not much action yet this year or last for that matter compared to 2005 when we were on our fifth severe storm, two tropical storms and three hurricanes of which two were Cat 4s. Interesting how an absence of humidity reduces the number of storms this time of year. Drought has replaced hurricanes. It amazing to me to realize the available humidity has gathered in one small storm in the 'fixed' weather pattern of the North American continent.




Darn shame people don't listen.





Kan: Flooding, Blizzards, Tornadoes Cause Millions of Dollars in Damage (click here)

The first half of 2007 has been one to forget for many Kansans as blizzards, deadly tornadoes and now flooding have caused millions of dollars in damage, disrupted lives and put a dent in the state's economy.
Of the state's 105 counties, only three _ Marion, Atchison and Jefferson _ have escaped being designated a disaster area by local, state or federal officials this year.
"We are beginning to wonder what has brought Kansas to the focal point'' of severe storms, said Sharon Watson, director of public affairs for Kansas Emergency Management. "We have certainly gotten every type of storm you can have, with the exception of hurricane, and we hope we don't have one of those.''
State officials are still tallying the damage from last week's floods, which affected 20 counties in southeast Kansas. So far, emergency management personnel have identified about 3,100 homes destroyed or heavily damaged in five counties, with a dollar figure to be determined later.
Winter storms that crippled western Kansas earlier this year and a rash of spring tornadoes, including one that largely destroyed Greensburg, have caused more than $1 billion in damage already, with the state spending at least half that for recovery efforts.
Much of the damage has occurred in rural areas, which have struggled in recent years because of drought and other economic obstacles.
Insurance companies are fielding claims for hundreds of millions of dollars, money that temporarily boosts local economies with the rebuilding of homes and the replacement of lost furniture and other property.
But that doesn't make up for the original damage.
"Any time wealth is destroyed, we're all poorer,'' said Art Hall, director of the University of Kansas' Center for Applied Economics.
Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius said on Friday she may call lawmakers back to the Capitol for a special session to pass a relief package for those affected by the floods. They crafted a similar bill for Greensburg residents.
The question is whether Kansas has any money left to cover the region's needs.
The ice storms and blinding snow of December and January caused an estimated $360 million in damage to roads, power lines and telephone poles, the costliest natural disaster in state history. President Bush later designated 44 counties as part of a major disaster area.
Five months later, on May 4, a swarm of tornadoes struck the state's midsection, including a 1.7-mile-wide monster than killed 10 people in Kiowa County and destroyed or damaged almost 1,000 homes in Greensburg. Three other people died in twisters the same day or the next day.
Insurance companies said the tornado in Greensburg caused more than $150 million in insured losses. The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Small Business Administration have set aside $42.5 million to help those affected by the storms.
"Those two storms (the winter storms and tornadoes) alone have left an unprecedented mark on the state in terms of damage and destruction,'' Watson said.
The state then got a heavy dose of rain, bringing floods to central Kansas in May and southeast Kansas in late June and early July. The high water in Coffeyville was made even worse by the release of thousands of gallons of crude oil from a refinery on the Verdigris River.
"All I can tell you is that I have my staff very busy researching the length of a cubit,'' said Randy Duncan, emergency management director for Sedgwick County, referring to the unit of measurement used in the Bible to build Noah's Ark.
Duncan said the disasters should remind Kansans that the state is vulnerable to bad weather year-round and they should be prepared _ especially if they're in local or state government.
"You will see more local governments pay more attention to financing emergency management activities,'' he said.
Economists said disasters do provide the opportunity for struggling towns to get improved facilities, such as new city buildings and more technologically advanced homes. But any underlying economic weaknesses will likely remain a problem.
"If these were aging communities, shrinking towns, then the disaster is probably not going to change that,'' said Robert Olshansky, a professor of urban and regional planning at the University of Illinois. "In principle, there's a great opportunity to make a dramatic improvement, but usually after disasters, most of those things don't happen.''
Meteorologists said there's no one cause of this year's weather mayhem, noting that the blizzards were caused by a strong jet stream while the tornadoes and flooding were driven by a weak jet stream. For the rest of the summer, forecasters predict weather to remain between the extremes.
Of course, it could be worse. The Legislature hasn't had to deal with locust swarms since 1874.
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