Archive for February, 2008
Will.i.am Releases New Obama Video
Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Obama
If you needed any further evidence that 2008 is the year the Internet changes presidential politics, then take a look at the new video released today by Will.i.am. The last video he released has been viewed by over 10 million people online. Cost to the Obama campaign - $0.00.
While this video does not […]
‘Chemical Ali’ Execution Approved
Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Iraq
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Ali Hassan al-Majid, better known as “Chemical Ali” will be executed for his role in the 1980’s campaign against Kurds.  Â
In those attacks, at least 100,000 Iraqi Kurds were killed, including a 1988 attack with poisonous gas and chemical agents that killed 5,000 people in the village of Halabja.
The approval by Iraq’s President Jalal Talabani and […]
Clinton Raises 35M in February, But…
Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under Clinton, Elections, Obama
Barack Obama may have raised over 50M.
The Clinton campaign dominated the after news cycle today by announcing they raised 35 million dollars in February. That is by far the best month of fund raising for the campaign. It was the kind of news that the campaign hoped would enable them to build momentum […]
Media Leak Reveals Prince Harry is in Afghanistan
Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under conflict
A media leak revealed today that Prince Harry has been serving on the front line in Afghanistan with the British Army, the Ministry of Defense said Thursday. The announcement was not planned.
“His conduct on operations in Afghanistan has been exemplary,” said the head of the army, Gen. Richard Dannatt. “He has been fully involved […]
Peace Deal Signed in Kenya
Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under Elections, Kenya, conflict
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Finally, a post-election deal has been signed in Kenya. This should mark the end of the violence that has gripped the nation since the end of December. Â
After signing the agreement, Kenya’s rival politicians shook hands and seemed ready to move on.Â
Opposition leader Raila Odinga referred to his rival as “my countryman, President Mwai Kibaki” — […]
Mobile Citizen Journalism Explodes in India
Posted on February 28, 2008 - Filed Under India, citizen journalism
As of January 2008, there were 241 million mobile phones in India and every month 7.8 million new mobiles are bought. At the same time there are only 10 million citizens in India with a land based internet connection.
The explosion of mobile technology has lead to roving citizen journalists using their cell phones not […]
William Buckley Dies at Age 82
Posted on February 27, 2008 - Filed Under media
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William F. Buckley, who is credited by many for being the center of gravity for the conservative political movement in the US, has died at age 82.
Buckley became famous for his intellectual political writings in his magazine, the National Review. While the source of scorn and frustration to many liberals, he leaves a profound legacy and impact […]
Obama Surges into Lead in National Poll
Posted on February 27, 2008 - Filed Under Clinton, Elections, Obama
6 days from now, Ohio and Texas may prove decisive for Barack Obama. But in the meantime, he is finding surging momentum throughout the United States. A new poll finds, for the first time, that he leads Hillary Clinton among democrats nationwide. This is significant in that it confirms his support continues to grow as […]
Read More..>>Putin Successor Denounces Kosovo; As Aides Warn of War
Posted on February 25, 2008 - Filed Under Kosovo
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Russia is letting the world know exactly how they feel about Kosovo’s independence. And they are also making clear their displeasure over it.
The election to determine the next Russian President isn’t until March 2nd, but it doesn’t take a degree in political science to know that Dmitri Medvedev, the first deputy prime minister, will become […]
Pakistan Blocks Youtube
Posted on February 25, 2008 - Filed Under Pakistan, citizen journalism
The Pakistani government announced today it was blocking access to youtube in its country.
The Pakistani government is also asking YouTube to remove “objectionable content,” said Nabiha Mehmood, a spokeswoman for the Pakistani Telecommunications Authority. It is not clear what Pakistan is referring to as objectionable.
This seems to be another attempt by President Pervez Musharraf to […]