House Silent on British Hostage Crisis

Yes, Nancy, let's refuse to show support for the British during the hostage crisis because, you know, Iran might be more inclined to free them if we said nothing.

Europe threatens action as Iran airs new 'confession' | Iran | Guardian Unlimited

I'm guessing the EU's definition of 'appropriate measures' over the British hostage situation is our definition of 'talking'.

The last two paragraphs of the article are interesting:

The captured sailors would not have had special "conduct after capture" training and will have to rely on common sense, military sources say. They would have been advised to say little about their families to avoid greater pressure. But formal training is usually reserved for special forces and pilots, who endure mock interrogations.

Military sources suggested the captives were unlikely to have any sensitive state secrets. "In the main, they should just use their common sense," said one official. Whether training for capture is reviewed as a result of this incident will depend on their eventual debriefing.

It had struck me as unusual that the British sailors would let themselves be used as tools for propaganda. Civilians I could understand, but the military? There's something wrong with that.

Catholics angry over naked chocolate Jesus

Behead those who insult Catholicism!

Mormonism, the new Islam

Why is Mormonism such an anathema for other Americans?

Yesterday, CNN had a little blurb about Kyle Sampson, the ex-chief of staff for Alberto Gonzales. The first two points talked about his career as a lawyer. That's fine. It's the last bullet point that I have a problem with:

The last bullet point stated that he's a Mormon with several children.

Now, how the hell is that pertinent to the story? Who cares? If Mr. Sampson were Lutheran or Jewish, do you think that CNN would put that up there? I doubt it. What's up with being Mormon that's got everyone's panties in a bunch about it?

Then and now

Funny how things change.

Tehran raises the stakes in hostage crisis | Iran | Guardian Unlimited

Jesus, what will it take for the UN to grow some balls and actually be useful once in a while?

Aliens Cause Global Warming

Read this speech by Michael Crichton on the dangers of 'consensus' science.

Via Patterico.

Who's Your Favorite 'Chickenhawk'? (Poll #2) - The New Editor

A poll for Lefties who constantly pull out the 'chickenhawk' ad hominem against war supporters.

Via Instapundit.