Author Archives: Mike Bock

Robert Fisk On Obama’s Inaugural Speech: Gaza — Not The Elephant In The Room — The Pile Of Corpses In The Room

I’ve recently discovered Robert Fisk, reporter for the UK Independent. In his most recent column Fisk says, “For the people of the Middle East, the absence of the word ‘Gaza’ – indeed, the word ‘Israel’ as well – was the … Continue reading

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James K. Galbraith Says Social Security Payments Must Be Increased, Not Decreased

On The Real News Network, I just found a recent interview with economist James K. Galbraith. This whole economics puzzle is something I would like to understand better. Galbraith blames our dismal situation on the deregulation of banks and other … Continue reading

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The Gazan Tragedy: “Tell Me Sir, What Do You Do When A Rocket Is Fired At You?”

The Washington Post reports that Israel pulled out of Gaza early Wednesday: “About 1,300 Palestinians were killed and the operation caused an estimated $2 billion in property damage to the already impoverished territory. Thirteen Israelis died during the offensive.” Tom … Continue reading

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