On Harry Reid and Israel
10.16.2006
Fire this man! After slamming Republicans for months, and following up on scandal after scandal, it turns out Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid has been victimized by a scandal of his own. Though, perhaps it's safe to say that anyone who makes a one million dollar profit off a questionable land deal can hardly be referred to as a 'victim.' Here's hoping the cat is out of the bag for Reid, who is perhaps the weakest Democratic leader in recent memory. His softball demeanor reflects badly on the entire Democratic party, whose members are often characterized as 'spineless.' This man is the epitome of such comparisons. He has the charisma of a groundhog frightened of his shadow, a gazelle among lion-like politicians, who have eaten him alive for two long years. I say: replace this weak leader with someone more capable while we have the chance. It amazes me that such people as Kerry, Leiberman, and Obama serve the Democratic party, and people like Reid and Pelosi get to be the leaders. Regardless of whether the Democrats win the elections, these weak leaders must be replaced, or they will face a 'one and done' type stint in their control of Congress. 
Why does America prefer Israel over the Islamic world? This is why. Accountability, among other things. I offer you the words of Victor Davis Hanson in his essay titled, 'Why Support Israel?' (dated April 23rd, 2002)
"The answer is found in values, not in brainwashing or because of innate affinity for a particular race or creed. Israel is a democracy. Its opponents are not. Much misinformation abounds on this issue. Libya, Syria, and Iraq are dictatorships, far more brutal than even those in Egypt or Pakistan. But even "parliaments" in Iran, Morocco, Jordan, and on the West Bank are not truly and freely democratic. In all of them, candidates are either screened, preselected, or under coercion. Daily television and newspapers are subject to restrictions and censorship; "elected" leaders are not open to public audit or censure."
For all of Israel's problems and mistakes, it still remains our best and most reliable ally in the Middle East. Olmert is being criticized by his own countrymen for his actions during the "war" with Hezbollah. This fact alone illustrates the difference between Israel, the United States, and the forces we are fighting.
posted by Henry Emerson @ 3:07 PM,
