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Tom Yossarian Joad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 01:51 PM
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Rumsfeld takes aim at Iran, Russia, China
SINGAPORE - U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld branded Iran as the world's leading terrorist nation yet hoped Tehran seriously would consider incentives from the West in exchange for suspending suspect nuclear activities.

Rumsfeld, attending an annual security conference, also took aim Saturday at Russia and China for allowing Iran's involvement in a group that he said has stated opposition to terrorism and extremists.

Iraq was on Rumsfeld's mind, too, as he expressed concern the war could alienate Muslims in Southeast Asia. Upcoming stops on his trip include Indonesia and Vietnam.

The U.S. and five other world powers decided last week to offer incentives to Iran if it gives up uranium enrichment. Under that condition, the Bush administration said it would join talks with Iran.

More REPORTING of Rummy's Talking points in Singapore: http://www.belleville.com/mld/belleville/news/politics/14734398.htm
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Downtown Hound Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 01:58 PM
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1. Yeah Rummy! Let's take 'em all on!
YOO ESS AAYY! YOO ESS AYY!

These dumb shits are going to unite the entire world against us.
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saigon68 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jun-04-06 12:01 AM
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35. He is a sexual incompetent
Dreaming of his return to masculinity by KILLING CHILDREN
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IndianaGreen Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:00 PM
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2. Rumsfeld is insane if he is considering war against China
(Rumsfeld) believes China will become more open about its military buildup. This issue dominated last year's military conference. He said other countries have a right to understand why China is expanding its military and there could be repercussions if China does not explain itself.

A dying empire threatens a rising power!
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Coventina Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:00 PM
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3. Hey Rummy, just so you know....I DON'T got your back.
You shoot at them, you're on your own, buddy.
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Joe Chi Minh Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 06:36 PM
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27. It's a good job I've just finished guzzling a cup of coffee.
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snappyturtle Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:00 PM
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4. Great!
:sarcasm: Why doesn't someone put Rummy in a cage and out of sight? Can't believe they're turning him loose to insight further upheaval.
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fshrink Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:06 PM
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5. Excellent. Dig deeper asshole.
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otohara Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:06 PM
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6. Shut Up, No One in the World Give A Shit
what the lunatic fringe in this White House thinks anymore. Just waiting like the rest of us for worst administration in history to begone
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MikeNearMcChord Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 02:07 PM
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7. Whom the gods destroy, they first make mad!
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ixion Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 03:31 PM
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8. that Rummy... always swingin' like a drunken sailor
"you wanna piece-a me" *swish* *swish*

:crazy:

Little wonder where he got the nickname: Rummy the Dummy. :grr:

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cliss Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 03:36 PM
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9. Yeah, Rumsfailed is worried all right.
He's worried about Venezuela (a "Hitler"), South American countries speaking up for themselves, he's worried about Russia, China, and naturally Iran.

Don is also beyond upset that we've been kicked out of some bases in Uzbekistan. The 'stans' are treading on shaky ground right now.

He's got deep grooves in his forehead, just thinking about it.

Face it, Don Rumsfailed. The world is moving forward IN SPITE of what you think, you dried up incompetent old man.

The fact that the US uses you as a spokesman, even worse a POLYMAKER tells me the US is on FAR shakier ground than these other countries.

:smoke:
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peaches2003 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 03:37 PM
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10. What's happened to North Korea?
They all know their time is running out and they are already lame ducks, so they have to start something else big really soon.
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Moderator DU Moderator Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:55 PM
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11. K
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Tom Yossarian Joad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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12. Rumsfeld Brands Iran as World's Leading Terrorist Nation (update)
SINGAPORE, June 3, 2006 - U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld branded Iran as the world's leading terrorist nation yet hoped Tehran seriously would consider incentives from the West in exchange for suspending suspect nuclear activities.

Rumsfeld, attending an annual security conference, also took aim Saturday at Russia and China for allowing Iran's involvement in a group that he said has stated opposition to terrorism and extremists.

Iraq was on Rumsfeld's mind, too, as he expressed concern the war could alienate Muslims in Southeast Asia. Upcoming stops on his trip include Indonesia and Vietnam.

The U.S. and five other world powers decided last week to offer incentives to Iran if it gives up uranium enrichment. Under that condition, the Bush administration said it would join talks with Iran.

More: http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=nation_world&id=4234007

Jesus. These bastards are dead set on pushing the PNAC vision through before they are all held in the Hague.
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MidwestTransplant Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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13. And if we attack them, we will really see what a terrorist nation they can
be.
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Benhurst Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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14. What? We're not NUMBER ONE? Take that back, you old fool! NT
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Tom Yossarian Joad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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18. LOL!
:hi:
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Trajan Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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15. Iran was always there .....
IF Iran were the greatest threat, then WHY did we attack Iraq, which was NOT the greatest threat ?

These guys cant get their bullshit straight .....
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IndianaGreen Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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16. Anyone that is not a white Christian is a terrorist
Under that definition, I am a proud terrorist and an avowed enemy of Emperor Bush and his gangster regime.
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Joanne98 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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17. Right on schedule. Fake terror attacks next. stay tuned....
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Ian David Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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19. Really? Then maybe Halliburton should stop aiding their nuclear program!
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pooja Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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20. Its not even funny what they are about to do
this may truely be the start of WW3 in the making... please can 2008 be so far away
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Tom Yossarian Joad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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22. You are spot on. n/t
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jeff30997 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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21. Old bastard! Iran = more deads than Vietnam!!!
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opihimoimoi Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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23. Please, someone get that Madman outta there
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Minnesota Libra Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 04:56 PM
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24. These effers are never going to quit are they?? nt
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Tom Yossarian Joad Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 05:00 PM
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25. Are you fucking with me?
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drduffy Donating Member (739 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 05:00 PM
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26. China, Russia, Iran (and most of rest of world) vs
US Empire Wannabe.....

...........check....... and mate.

The question is, what whacko thing will the neocons do in a last ditch effort to achieve global hegemony?

and what whacko 911 will they perpetrate upon us to further that goal?
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LizW Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 07:09 PM
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28. Seriously in need of a straightjacket. n/t
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Acadia Blue Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 07:39 PM
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29. Big paper tiger puffing and huffing and full of hot air.
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jazzjunkysue Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 07:56 PM
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30. Why doesn't Rove get the hook and silence this schoolyard bully?
They pull the puppet strings so well most of the time, and then when no one's looking, Rummy and the Boy King start improvising.

Faith-based government. Right.
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joe_shmoe Donating Member (143 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 08:31 PM
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31. **Please sign this petition against military actin against Iran**


It is with grave concern that I observe the growing threat of a new U.S. war--this time against the people of Iran.

For a collection of articles and resources on this subject you can visit this link: http://reseaudesign.com/research/iran/iran_summery.html

I'm starting up a petition which I will be sending out to as many members of Congress as possible. I'm asking for help to get this signed by as many people, possible in the next month. Send it to as many people you can.

http://www.petitiononline.com/n0war1rn /
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ronnie624 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jun-04-06 12:45 AM
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36. Thanks for the excellent collection of articles!
Many of these I have not read. This should keep me busy for quite awhile.
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joe_shmoe Donating Member (143 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 08:31 PM
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32. **Please sign this petition against military actin against Iran**


It is with grave concern that I observe the growing threat of a new U.S. war--this time against the people of Iran.

For a collection of articles and resources on this subject you can visit this link: http://reseaudesign.com/research/iran/iran_summery.html

I'm starting up a petition which I will be sending out to as many members of Congress as possible. I'm asking for help to get this signed by as many people, possible in the next month. Send it to as many people you can.

http://www.petitiononline.com/n0war1rn /
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aaronbees Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 09:58 PM
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33. Just another day in senseless warmongering....
Seriously, who doesn't Rumsfeld and Co. take aim at these days?

Iran as a leading terrorist nation? Doesn't he understand terrorists are not forming nation states? Quick answer: no, but he needs a scapegoat.
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President Kerry Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sat Jun-03-06 11:59 PM
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34. Rummy, you got no credibility even in your country, much less with the
world. But maybe you're too dumb to know it.
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oioioi Donating Member (320 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Sun Jun-04-06 12:56 AM
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37. RESIGN!
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