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Links 4/30: Iran/US talks, Bush Compromise On Iraq, Executive Privilege, and The End Of The GOP |
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Iran and the US move closer to direct talks (free registration required). So far, Iran has shown great willingness to negotiate. Perhaps it is time we drop them from the chilling "axis of evil"?
Bush might be interested in cooperating to get the Iraq War fund he needs. Bush has threatened to veto the funding legislation as it is written now because it sets a timetable for withdrawal. However, today Bush announced that, "I'm optimistic we can get something done in a positive way." What does that mean? Which side will cave in? Only time will tell.
FROM THE BLOGS:
Kagro X, a perennial favorite of mine, has two great articles that should shed some light on the upcoming battle over executive privilege. First, learn about what happens when administration officials ignore subpoenas from Congress. (short answer: nothing) Next, learn what Congress can do to force officials to testify without resorting to the Courts. (short answer: arrest them) Should make for some interesting developments…
The Intrepid Liberal Journal has an interesting post on lying politicians. When did you lose faith in politicians as honest people? More importantly, I'm wondering what about our political system makes lying so common?
Will Iraq bring down the GOP in 2008? DemFromCT seems to think so. Without any major Republican politicians straying form the party line that the war in Iraq is necessary and winnable, it seems that the Democrats might be able to ride this one to victory. However, is there room for a Republican candidate that is against Iraq but conservative on other issues? Might they have a chance in '08?
Lastly, I love Ish's video of the day so much I'll add one of mine. Thaione Davis, consummate performer, superb MC, Chicago musician:
Your thoughts? What have you been reading today?
