If you aren't reading Sic Semper Tyrannis, you are really missing out.

[scarletwoman]

I know that several DUers (including me) have made passing references to this site in various comments in various threads.

However, I'm dedicating this thread solely to urging all DUers who want to truly deepen their understanding of what's happening in Iraq and in the Middle East in general, to add this site to their daily information diet.

I don't want to go on and on about why Pat Lang's SST blog is an outstanding source of information and analysis, I just want you to click on the link and start reading. You won't be sorry -- in fact, you'll be amazed at the quality of the intelligent discussions that take place there.

Please don't take my word for it, just click on the link and start reading:

http://turcopolier.typepad.com/sic_semper_tyrannis/

sw

[NMDemDist2]

1. i have so much trouble with those kind of sites making sense of the

thread of conversation

that's why I don't read Kos much either

is there a trick to it or what?

[scarletwoman]

3. Well, just start with the current post by Pat Lang. Then click on the comments.

He moderates all the comments, so nothing goes up that he hasn't approved of. Lang is a former U.S. military officer, Vietnam veteran and intelligence insider. The regular commenters there are a fascinating mix of ex-military, academics, and visitors from other countries.

Just take some time and read. It's nothing like Kos, it's a very small but extremely erudite community. I'll be happy to give more specific answers if you have further questions.

Thanks so much for responding,
sw

[DemReadingDU]

2. Pat Lang's site! good reading on this site

11/24/06 Just heard...Nora O'Donnell ask the following on "Hardball."

interesting reading in the comments about the Green Zone
http://turcopolier.typepad.com/sic_semper_tyrannis/2006/11/nor_odonnell_as.html

[scarletwoman]

4. It's become one of my favorites -- and one of my daily must-reads.

I found it via a link in a comment at Juan Cole's site, back at the beginning of the Israeli attack on Lebanon (Juan Cole is ALSO a daily must-read), and I've been hooked ever since.

Pat Lang just impresses the heck out of me -- even when I don't agree with him. He's a genuine patriot, an honest and honorable man. And there's some really high-quality commentary on his site. VERY educational!

sw

[pacalo]

5. Looks like a good one, scarletwoman.

I know I must have seen Pat Lang on tv somewhere; the name is familiar.

I've bookmarked the site. :hi:

[scarletwoman]

6. Yes, he gets on TV, and in print interviews as well.

Anyway, I'm glad you'll take a look. Thanks very much for posting!

sw

[nodular]

7. Bookmarked.

Thanks. It's a great web site! Basically, a bunch of ex-military guys who are not buying into the BS that is going on and are looking at things realistically. The cool thing is, they really know what is going on because they have served.

[scarletwoman]

8. It's fascinating reading, imho. I know nothing about military matters, it's really been educational.

Plus, I really appreciate reading all the different viewpoints being offered by the commenters. It's very intellectually satisfying, methinks.

Thank you for posting!

sw

[OneBlueSky]

9. interesting perspective on things that may be helpful . . . thanx . . . n/t

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[scarletwoman]

10. Thanks for responding. Giving this another kick so that hopefully more folks will see it. (nt)

[scarletwoman]

11. Not wanting to give up yet... (kick)