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Saving Port Gibson
The town of Port Gibson, Mississippi is in need of your help. Declared "too beautiful to burn" by Ulysses S. Grant during the notoriously destructive Vicksburg Campaign of 1863, Port Gibson has become one of the most historically significant towns in the South. Now, a highway expansion project and almost twenty years of indecision and infighting threaten to transform Church Street, a lovely, tree-lined avenue, into a major interstate. Meet a few locals determined to save this national treasure.
Help unite the community around an Eastern bypass!
Sign the petition to save Port Gibson at:
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/save-port-gibson-missi...
For more information on other ways you can help the cause, please visit:
www.portgibsonheritagetrust.org
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A Pete's House Production
A film by Grady McGahan
Shot by: Robert Northrup
Archival Footage: Robert Clark
Music: "The Second Battle of Port Gibson" by Lonesome Mel, Mary Mac, and Larry
Special Thanks: Bob Thibodeaux, Terry Merritt, Jane Ellis, Al Hollingsworth, Shirley & Willie Daigle, Georgia's at the Depot, and Port Gibson Heritage Trust The town of Port Gibson, Mississippi is in need of your help. Declared "too beautiful to burn" by Ulysses S. Grant during the notorio... more -
France's Sarkozy Pledges Support for Lebanon's New President
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has pledged support for Lebanon's new president and for efforts to promote national unity, following the country's deadly political crisis.
Sarkozy spoke after arriving in Beirut Saturday for a one-day visit aimed at supporting the country's peace efforts. He said Lebanese President Michel Suleiman has a big responsibility to achieve national reconciliation.
Sarkozy is leading a French delegation that includes Prime Minister Francois Fillon, Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner and the leaders of all of France's major political parties.
The delegation is expected to hold talks with Mr. Suleiman and representatives from 14 Lebanese political factions, including the Shi'ite opposition group Hezbollah.
President Sarkozy is the first Western head of state to visit Lebanon-a former French colony- since Mr. Suleiman took office May 25, following an Arab-mediated agreement to end the crisis. Lebanon is trying to recover from recent deadly sectarian violence that nearly resulted in a civil war. French President Nicolas Sarkozy has pledged support for Lebanon's new president and for efforts to promote national unity, following ... more -
Iron Lady of Liberia
After nearly two decades of brutal civil war, Liberia is a nation ready for change. On January 16, 2006, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was inaugurated the country's first elected female president and Africa's first freely elected female head of state.
Filmmakers Siatta Scott Johnson and Siatta Scott Johnson and Daniel Junge take us behind the scenes of this groundbreaking administration as President Sirleaf known as the "Iron Lady" works to prevent a post-conflict nation from returning to civil war. From the feature documentary "Iron Ladies of Liberia," airing on the PBS Independent Lens series. After nearly two decades of brutal civil war, Liberia is a nation ready for change. On January 16, 2006, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was ina... more -
Podcast: Lebanon close to civil war.
The violence stems from unresolved tensions following Hezbollah's 32-day war
with Israel in southern Lebanon in 2006.
In Burma, news about Burmese National league for democracy leader Aung San Suu. The violence stems from unresolved tensions following Hezbollah's 32-day war with Israel in southern Lebanon in 2006. ... more -
Sharpton among those arrested in Bell protest
The Rev. Al Sharpton was arrested at the Brooklyn Bridge Wednesday as hundreds of demonstrators blocked traffic to protest the acquittals of three detectives in the 50-bullet shooting of an unarmed black man.
Sharpton, two survivors of the shooting and the slain man's fiancee were among about a dozen people arrested near the base of the bridge; police led away demonstrators at several other bridges and tunnels in the city, including seven or eight people arrested at the Holland Tunnel on Manhattan's West Side shortly after 4:30 p.m. The Rev. Al Sharpton was arrested at the Brooklyn Bridge Wednesday as hundreds of demonstrators blocked traffic to protest the acquitt... more -
Relic collector killed by own collection
Sam White, a Civil War history enthusiast spent a lot of his time after retiring collecting old Civil War relics.
One tragic day, while trying to restore the cannonballs he found, a cannonball exploded killing him. Homes in the area were evacuated after this freak-accident.
White's relic hunting partner misses him dearly and has yet to return to look for relics. Sam White, a Civil War history enthusiast spent a lot of his time after retiring collecting old Civil War relics. ... more -
Civil War enthusiast killed by 140-year-old cannon ball
Sam White, was restoring a Civil War era cannon ball when it exploded, killing him in his driveway.
More than 140 years after Lee surrendered to Grant, the cannonball was still powerful enough to send a chunk of shrapnel through the front porch of a house a quarter-mile from White's home in Virginia.
This brings the US Civil War casualty count to 700,001. Sam White, was restoring a Civil War era cannon ball when it exploded, killing him in his driveway. ... more -
Sri Lanka clashes worst this year
More than 80 people are dead after continued clashes between the Tamil Tigers and army forces in Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna province. That's the most casualties in a single day since the ceasefire ended in January. So really, there's no end in sight. More than 80 people are dead after continued clashes between the Tamil Tigers and army forces in Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna province.... more
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Is a civil war looming in Iraq?
Shi'ite cleric Muqtada al-Sad has threatened to "declare a war" unless the Iraqi government stops its violent assaults against groups such as his Mehdi Army.
"I'm giving the last warning and words to the Iraqi government, they should take the road of peace and drop the violence that they use with their people. Otherwise, they will be like the destructive [Saddam Hussein] government."
Muqtada al-Sad's announcement comes at a time of elevated fighting between Iraqi security forces supported by US troops and Shi'ite factions inside Iraq. Is the situation in Iraq now a great deal worse than any of our politicians dare to let on? Shi'ite cleric Muqtada al-Sad has threatened to "declare a war" unless the Iraqi government stops its violent assaults against groups ... more -
Nepal Maoists claim poll victory
"The Maoist party of former rebels in Nepal has for the first time explicitly claimed victory in the country's national elections, held nine days ago.
The Maoists' leader, Prachanda, said he would head a new government, with the monarchy abolished.
Votes are still being counted - the Maoists are certain to have the most seats but not an overall majority.
The two other big parties have been badly beaten but the Maoists want to include them in a coalition government." "The Maoist party of former rebels in Nepal has for the first time explicitly claimed victory in the country's national elections, hel... more -
A Civil War Ends?
In northern Uganda, a rebel group called the Lord's Resistance Army has been fighting the government since the mid-1980s in what has become Africa's longest civil war. It is estimated that more than 100,000 people have died in the war and thousands of children have been abducted. But in recent years, thousands of rebels have come out of bush to take advantage of amnesty offer by the Ugandan government. Now thousands of former rebels, including some of its top leaders, live side by side with victims. In northern Uganda, a rebel group called the Lord's Resistance Army has been fighting the government since the mid-1980s in what has b... more
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The Myth Of The Surge
An article from Rolling Stone by Nir Rosen.
My guess is this coming election will depend in large part on the economy and the ongoing conflict currently being called the Surge.
If people take the time to find out what is really going on, maybe we will see a change for the better.
An article from Rolling Stone by Nir Rosen. ... more -
Ware thinks America Should come clean
From the link Ware comments...
What we're seeing is -- is, to a degree, some sleight of hand. What America needs to come clean about is that it's achieving these successes by cutting deals primarily with its enemies.
There is more but you will need to read from the link.
From the link Ware comments... ... more -
Kenyan President and Opposition Leader Sign Power-Sharing Agreement
Finally, peace is arranged in Kenya. Now all they have to do is get Parliament to put the power-sharing in effect.
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Bush admin's covert plan kicked off Palestinian civil war
Elliott Abrams rides again! Looks like the Iran-Contra vets convinced Bush to support a bloody-handed Fatah leader in a military move to solidify control of Palestine, but they instead worried Hamas enough that it took over most of the territory and led to the emasculation of Fatah and the PA.
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After failing to anticipate Hamas’s victory over Fatah in the 2006 Palestinian election, the White House cooked up yet another scandalously covert and self-defeating Middle East debacle: part Iran-contra, part Bay of Pigs. With confidential documents, corroborated by outraged former and current U.S. officials, David Rose reveals how President Bush, Condoleezza Rice, and Deputy National-Security Adviser Elliott Abrams backed an armed force under Fatah strongman Muhammad Dahlan, touching off a bloody civil war in Gaza and leaving Hamas stronger than ever. Elliott Abrams rides again! Looks like the Iran-Contra vets convinced Bush to support a bloody-handed Fatah leader in a military move ... more -
Fighting Leaves Chad in Gruesome State
A failed rebel advance on the capital N'Djamena has left residents dealing with fly-infested bodies, destruction and hardened military rule. A failed rebel advance on the capital N'Djamena has left residents dealing with fly-infested bodies, destruction and hardened military... more
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Specialty license plates and the Confederate Flag
It's common for Americans to be proud of their heritage, of where they came from, about what their past is about -- be it their family or their region of the country and the world. That pride is displayed every now and again, both consciously and subconsciously.
One of the more divisive displays of pride is the confederate battle flag. For some, it is a symbol of southern heritage. For others, it's a reminder of America at it's worst - at war with itself. Of bigotry and racism that has taken many forms and names since the American Civil war.
One Florida lawmaker is attempting to have a specialty automotive license plate offered to Florida residents. It would join 109 other specialty auto tags that are already available to Floridians (some banal - like state university mascots. Others divisive like a Pro-life plate).
is it a benign symbol of southern pride? Or flaunting a history of hate?
It's common for Americans to be proud of their heritage, of where they came from, about what their past is about -- be it their family... more -
Buffalo Soldiers in the Heart of America
Buffalo Soldiers California are an African American bike club that ride Harley Davidsons and Indians, represent family, community, brotherhood and intergenerational fun. Named for the famed and fearless Buffalo Soldiers, historic African American soldiers of the 9th and 10th Calvary who helped settle the American west, this group teaches the history of those soldiers and embodies their strength and commitment. Through their work in the community, they raise money to combat breast cancer, feed and clothe the homeless while maintaining a club on Jefferson and Crenshaw Blvd. that welcomes motorcycle riders from all over the southland. You can partake in Soul Food Tuesdays and vote for your favorite bike. This group is progressive because it was founded by the first black woman president of a motorcycle club, the infamous Isis (who passed away in a tragic accident.) Check out Smooth, Babee Girl, Soldier, Diamond, The Jacks, Ms. Blue and Pyro among others Buffalo Soldiers California are an African American bike club that ride Harley Davidsons and Indians, represent family, community, bro... more
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Gen Butt Naked confesses to nude killings
A former warlord known as General Butt Naked has confessed to Liberia's post-conflict reconciliation commission that his men killed 20,000 people during the country's civil war. The feared rebel commander earned his nom de guerre for charging into battle dressed only in his boots, at the head of a gang of fighters known as the Butt Naked Battalion. The nude gunmen became known for terrorising villagers and sacrificing children whose hearts they would eat before going into battle during Liberia's 14-year on-off civil war which ended in 2003. A former warlord known as General Butt Naked has confessed to Liberia's post-conflict reconciliation commission that his men killed 20... more
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General Butt Naked confesses to 20,000 killings
A former warlord who goes by the name Gen. Butt Naked has confessed to the deaths of over 20,000 people at the hands of his men during Liberia's civil war.
He made the claims to the country's post-conflict reconciliation commission and spoke of his relief at finally being able to admit to it, saying, "I have been looking for an opportunity to tell the true story about my life and every time I tell people my story, I feel relieved."
The former General, whose real name is Milton Blayee, returned from exile in Ghana, where he's now an evangelical Christian preacher, to face the music last week. During the 14 year on-off civil war which ended in 2003, the General and his nude gunmen tormented villages and sacrificed children, before eating their hearts.
In other news, there's a General Butt Naked. A former warlord who goes by the name Gen. Butt Naked has confessed to the deaths of over 20,000 people at the hands of his men during... more
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