Deviations From the Mean

Who would have believed it? An ex Vice President of the United States in Hollywood standing in the glare of spotlights and worldwide coverage to receive an Oscar.

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While these days American politician’s speeches almost always state that we “appreciate the sacrifices made by our brave men and women fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan” how do the politician’s words turn into deeds and action?

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Over the past four years the Bush adminstration has been rather creative in giving reasons for the US military invasion and occupation of Iraq. Could it be that the real reason is too hot for the politicians to handle?

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In a surprise, surprise visit Connie Rice and Laura Bush visit Barsa to show the American appreciation for the wonderful pacification effort carried out by British troops. The trip had to be hastily arranged as the troops are in a bit of a hurry to tip toe back to Britain.

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Senator McCain has always been an outspoken United States Senator and often it has served his purposes. However, his high profile support for President Bush’s “Iraq Troop Surge” plan appears to be costing him dearly in the early polls.

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With only a few months remaining in his term of office British Prime Minister Tony Blair is attempting to salvage his legacy by putting some distance between himself and former close buddy George Bush.

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