Monthly Archives: July 2006

Lebanon: Economic terrorism

Posted on July 19, 2006 by Tim Shorrock

An editorial in today’s business section of Haaretz, Israel’s most insightful newspaper, gives voice to opinions that are all but missing from the American media. Nimrod Halpern writes: The sweeping assault on transport, energy and communications infrastructure in Lebanon have … Continue reading →

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Lewis Black, American hero

Posted on July 13, 2006 by Tim Shorrock

From Raw Story: “During an interview on CNN, comedian Lewis Black complained about CNN’s “overuse” of key graphic banners and tickers. 24 hour news networks use similar banners and news tickers, that often prevent viewers from seeing the lower portion … Continue reading →

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The DPRK on the latest US-Korean ‘crisis’

Posted on July 8, 2006 by Tim Shorrock

If Hankyroreh, a South Korean newspaper, can interview Han Song-ryol, North Korea’s deputy ambassador to the United Nations in New York, well, so can anyone. It would be nice for once for the New York Times or the Washington Post … Continue reading →

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Factional politics in Pyongyang?

Posted on July 5, 2006 by Tim Shorrock

Very likely: Japan’s Asahi reports from Seoul that military hardliners appear to be calling the shots in North Korea. Maybe Kim Jong Il is being outflanked by the DPRK’s version of the neocons. Excerpts: “Although it is difficult to tell … Continue reading →

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DPRK: In your face

Posted on July 5, 2006 by Tim Shorrock

When Democrats like Ashton Carter and William Perry make Dick Cheney look like a moderate, its time to rethink US policy towards North Korea. How about taking the North Koreans up on their offer, made more than five years ago, … Continue reading →

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