Volker Pispers history of USA and terrorism 1 of 5

Posted on March 6th, 2010 by admin in terrorism | 25 Comments »

Last part of Volker Pispers’ program “Bis neulich” (2004), dealing with American foreign policy, 9/11 and the war on terror in general.
Part 1/5, english subs
1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4H_E8b-qmo
2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOZd3iCknZU
3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRWAyM26YV8
4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQ9Amuri6G8
5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2ullkbVCL8

Duration : 0:9:31

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Eisenhower on the Military Industrial Complex

Posted on February 13th, 2010 by admin in military | 20 Comments »

In his farewell address to the nation after spending 8 years as president, in 1961 Eisenhower warns of a growing danger. From the documentary “Why We Fight.”

Duration : 0:1:53

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Ellsberg Explains Reality of US Foreign Policy to Kristol p1

Posted on January 16th, 2010 by admin in policy | 25 Comments »

Daniel Ellsberg spent three years in the U.S. Marine Corps, serving as rifle platoon leader, operations officer, and rifle company commander.
He worked as a strategic analyst at the RAND Corporation and consultant to the Defense Department and the White House.
“His recent essay, “The Next War”, featured in the October 2006 issue of Harpers magazine, urges government officials to reveal truths about government secrecy and nuclear planning—with documents—to avert a possible attack on Iran.”

“A hidden crisis is under way. Many government insiders are aware of serious plans for war with Iran, but Congress and the public remain largely in the dark.” http://harpers.org/archive/2006/10/0081208

Duration : 0:2:31

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Russian military

Posted on November 27th, 2009 by admin in military | 19 Comments »

The song is called “FIRE” by Scooter…http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/scooter/fire.html Collection of videos of Russian military equipment in use.

Duration : 0:3:13

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My Big Fat Greek Firework Battle

Posted on November 24th, 2009 by admin in greek | 24 Comments »

Easter on the small Greek island of Chios means one thing – a massive firework battle, with over 50,000 rockets raining down on two small towns.

Duration : 0:1:33

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No Dog Left Behind clip – Premieres Nov 15 at 10PM on the Military Channel

Posted on November 7th, 2009 by admin in military | 14 Comments »

NO DOG LEFT BEHIND (Sun. Nov 15 at 10 PM on Military Channel) is a heartwarming documentary that reveals the power of the human-animal bond to comfort, heal and inspire the best in people in the worst of times and to find their humanity in the midst of dehumanizing conditions. It is a story about the enduring friendships forged in wartime between four military men and women and the dogs they rescued in Iraq, dogs who became heroes in unexpected ways. Battling military prohibitions and all but impossible odds, these soldiers and Marines attempt to bring their canine battle buddies home to safety in the U.S. with the help of a determined rescuer fighting not just for their animals lives, but for their own.

Duration : 0:1:16

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P.W. Singer: Military robots and the future of war

Posted on November 3rd, 2009 by admin in military | 10 Comments »

http://www.ted.com In this powerful talk, P.W. Singer shows how the widespread use of robots in war is changing the realities of combat. He shows us scenarios straight out of science fiction — that now may not be so fictitious.

TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Watch the Top 10 TEDTalks on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10

Duration : 0:16:6

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Wes Clark – America’s Foreign Policy “Coup”

Posted on November 3rd, 2009 by admin in policy | 25 Comments »

Complete video at: http://fora.tv/2007/10/03/Wesley_Clark_A_Time_to_Lead

Retired four-star general and former Democratic Presidential candidate Wesley Clark criticizes the course of U.S. foreign policy in the wake of September 11, 2001.

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Wesley Clark discusses “A Time to Lead.”

Wesley Clark sought the presidency during the 2004 elections, seeking to bring a less hawkish perspective to the White House. After the campaign, Clark did not end his crusade for what he sees as a better America, one that supports his vision of a responsible foreign policy. He believes that hard work, leadership and determination will ultimately turn the country around. – The Commonwealth Club

Wesley Clark is a retired four-star general of the United States Army. Clark was valedictorian of his class at West Point, was awarded a Rhodes Scholarship to the University of Oxford where he earned a master’s degree in economics, and later graduated from the Command and General Staff College with a master’s degree in military science. He spent 34 years in the Army and the Department of Defense, receiving many military decorations, several honorary knighthoods, and a Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Duration : 0:8:13

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Greek Rocket War

Posted on October 24th, 2009 by admin in greek | 25 Comments »

One island. Two villages. Fifty thousand handmade rockets.

Duration : 0:1:39

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Greek Rocket War

Posted on October 24th, 2009 by admin in greek | 25 Comments »

One island. Two villages. Fifty thousand handmade rockets.

Duration : 0:1:39

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