Back From Annual Training

Unfortunately, I broke a rib while I was there, which will definitely interfere with my training. Also, it looks as though I’ve won an all-expense paid vacation to the cradle of civilization next year, but nothing’s been finalized yet–it’ll depend on what Obama does between now and then. At was actually fairly fun–at least the …

Happy Independence Day

Just a few days after Iraq’s National Sovereignty Day, we have American Independence Day. I think it’s appropriate that the two holidays are so close together. Anyway, I want to wish everyone happy Independence Day–it looks like I’ll be out of town until almost the first of August. I do have a request for anyone …

I Was Wrong About Torture

I have often said that the trouble with the "torture" debate has been that "torture" has never been adequately defined.  I don't know anyone who actually endorses "torture" as a policy, but we disagree about what actually constitutes an act of torture.  By the standards of many liberal politicians, bikini-waxing businesses should be closed down.  …