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There's no humor in violence and repression. There's no telling how the current storyline in Libya will end. Today was quieter in Tripoli, in part because pro-Khaddafy forces have been trying to take back and consolidate power and territory. There's no disputing the fact that much of the country is no longer under his control.
I last saw him at a conference of unaligned nations a few years back. The last journalists to interview him these past few years have described the usual traits: lack of eye contact, an altered state (many believe he's a heavy drug user), long, rambling sentences and disconnected thoughts strung together. Khaddafy has always been an event: A narcissist, cartoonish, clownish—and ruthless. Count him out at your peril. Affecting an image is vital to him—to the very foundation of his four-decade-long rule. So it’s in that spirit that I offer the following—again, via Gawker this morning: A collection of the many (and unintentionally comical) looks of the leader of Libya. At the time of this writing, we don't know how much longer we'll be able to say that.
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Brian:Khaddafy is certainly a character! He rambles on and on about martydom and preserving his power. The masses are fed up with his ramblings and his ruthlessness. He will eventually fall, there is no doubt about that. It's just a matter of when. His own military may assasinate him, or some anti-government activist may take a shot at him. These may be hypothetical in nature, but it's just a matter of time. Several of his Ambassadors have already defected, and more defections will follow. After 40 years of dictatorial rule, enough is enough. Stay tuned for more viotile events. He does make for funny cartoons, but the situation is far from funny. I'll catch you on tonight's broadcast.
Gaddafi known as a cruel dictator found a friend on July 10, 2007 as reported in the following article
"We have achieved a great deal since we restored relations between the United States and Libya," Libya's news agency Jana quoted Bush as saying in the letter to his former foe. "I believe our both peoples have benefited from the development of these relations."
Nothing had changed accept the need for Oil agreements as noted below
Halliburton .( Drilling&completion engineer )
2010-03-11
Job Title: Drilling&completion engineer
Company Name:Halliburton
Address 1:Tripoli- Janzour
Address 2:Murziq- Tragen
Country: Libya
Website: http://www.halliburton.com
Email Address: ahmed.handoush@halliburton.com
Tel: +218927032202
Halliburton and other US companies have been doing business with Iran and Libya since 1995 and continues today. While the calls are for Gaddafi to be removed US oil companies are losing billions of dollars. As seen above Halliburton has an office in Libya and does very well with Gaddafi. All this talk about violating humans rights and murder didn't bother the
US companies from working closely with this Dictator. If Saddam and agreed with the US and allowed oil drilling, there would have been no need for the invasion. Many of the Dictators in the Middle East were close business friends of US Law Makers and deals were made for profit. This is the world of corruption and how once close friends turn to be enemies.
That's why Bush Doctrine was so important for the World leaders to read and understand. The United State new policy was even if we thought you might harm the US we would bomb your country, proof wasn't necessary. Bush stood by that policy as he invaded Iraq with no proof but the word of Curve ball who was said to be a liar by other countries. Still the use of WMD's were used even when the only WMD's found were unusable with marking of made in USA. Colen Powell has apologized for his mistake in believing the lies and using his good name for others to believe him. Rummy has now explained others made the decisions he didn't. Bush explain his decisions were based on the information given to him by others. I can't wait to read Dick Cheney's book to see who he blames for his actions.
see you same time same place
Brian, The man also calls him The King of Kings-- on top of everything else, delusions of granduer,
believing he is the Second Coming in the Middle East. "I am humbled, and I repent, though I hardly
know of what." Richard Engel's report was a reality check. There is no doubt in my mind that this man
is capable of a massive massacre and this must be stopped one way or the other by the
International Community I am a Christian, but in an extreme situation, the rules change.
Making a Difference by Ron Mott was so moving and I thought of Martin Luther's Dream speech and
I quote: Never underestimate the power of a Dream. Phyllis
Well you have to admit "the King of Kings" is easier to remember and say than "Guide of the First of September Great Revolution of the Socialist People's Libyan Arab Jamahiriya" whewwwwww man.
What is it with the Socialist fruitcakes? Doesn't matter what part of the world they're in they all end up the same way. Bats#*t crazy. corrupt as hell and murdering the people they were suppose to "save".
So should Bush get any kudos at all for getting Khaddafy to give up his nuke program? Just think of what he might have be able to do on his way out if he still had that stuff.
Shame the Libyan air force pilots are wasting perfectly good jets loaded for bear. I'd like to think that if this country ever went thru something like that and the military split because some nut bag Socialist traitor told the Air Force to turn it's weapons on us that they'd light a cigar and head for the belly of the beast instead of Canada. Maybe I've seen to many Pro American Propaganda movies though heheheheehe
Good Evening Mr.Williams, Another fine broadcast this evening. Always wonderful to see Richard on the broadcast! Please Stay ExtraExtra Safe and Well Richard!
First of all Richard's report from Libya with a harrowing ride East through Libya encountering many demonstrators who were definitely set on fighting Gadhafi and toppling the regime. The country is descending into war and it is understandable why so many foreigners want to leave the country. Seeing Richard travelling east and all the other cars going in the opposite direction towards Egypt showed how so many refugees will end up in Egypt trying to stay safe from the violence. It was incredible to see all the children and men standing together chanting for freedom went Richard and his crew drove up. They all were chanting for freedom and for Gadhafi to leave power. It was at least encouraging to see them welcoming the coverage by journalists, but as Richard stated and showed there were some hard stares from some people in the crowd. Then seeing the demonstrators taking over the armored vehicle and driving it. They are gathering all the weapons they can find to fight on into Tripoli. As many pro/anti regime really stated the conflict will only end when Gadhafi is killed. A terrible situation with an insane leader.
Excellent Reporting as Always Richard!
The report by Mr.Lewis from Christchurch, New Zealand showed such massive destruction from the earthquake. Still struggling with the aftershocks it is awful to see all the buildings destroyed along with people desperately looking for supplies to survive. With 80% of the people without water much help is needed. Ones thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the earthquake. Simply tragic.
The report by Dr.Nancy Snyderman about concussions in sports was terribly disturbing. So many head injuries to athletes and some so young. Hearing how many cases the doctor sees in a week is staggering and one hopes the athletes can be better protected from these serious injuries.
Thank You for the broadcast Mr.Williams. Peace to You and to All!
Be Well Everyone!
Stay Extra,Extra Safe and Well Richard! Please Take Extra Good Care in Travels through the region.
Take Extra Good Care Richard and Crew!
Lisa
Good evening, Brian!
Great broadcast tonight and coverage of the situation in Libya. With everything that's been going on lately in the Middle East, I don't know what I'd do without the coverage from Nightly News, The New York Times, and also the BBC. All have been excellent and very important to my keeping up with the events around the world, as always. Again, it's been a long time since I've posted here, but I continue to remain a loyal reader and viewer and do miss posting to the blog every evening and being apart of this community. I hope despite my loyalty as a poster I am remembered as a loyal reader and poster to this space. With everything going on in my life lately, it's hard to put aside the time to write as I used to. Writing at all has become much less in my routine, but I am determined to turn that all around this Summer! As I'm still very much aspiring to become a journalist someday, I know how important it is to keep the writing going. But enough about me... I hope everyone out there--including you, Mr. Brian Williams--is doing very well! I miss being apart of the conversation, and will do what I can to keep it up! Thank you for the broadcast, Brian! I wish you and all at NBC News and in the blog community a safe and lovely night and rest of the week.
Take care,
-Cary
P.S. Finally just watched the Lissie interview. Fantastic! I have been loading up my iTunes (on my new 2-year old hand-me-down Macbook Pro given to me from my boyfriend, both of which I am madly in love with...) with my CDs and iTunes purchases and am already up to 3,400 songs. I imagine that is nothing compared to your collection, Brian. Please, keep the music coming! :)
When the British War Ship was near Libya, I was reminded of the novel:The Fifth of March: A Story of
The Boston Massacre, when British Troops are sent to Boston to keep order. No more news about
the Ship, so I do not if the Britons are out of harms way. The Americans in Libya are in my prayers to
return home
Good News!
Anne Thompson is the recipient of the 2011 Gracie Allen Award (for Women in Media) as Outstanding Reporter.
Yay Anne! The first of hopefully many awards for your outstanding reporting of the Gulf oil spill.
Take care all-
Celine
Muslims pray that they are victorious. "More things are wrought in this world by prayer than this
world dreams of." Phyllis Kunz
A mosque calls residents to a "Jidah" or "Holy War" in support of anti-Gadafi which gives
"Jidah" a whole new meaning. It's a new ball game. Who is up to bat? Phyllis Kunz
Libya could become a strong ally IF.............................................a big IF, but it can happen.
Phyllis Kunz
If each does his/her part it will happen.
Gadafi should call it quits. And how many more lives have to be lost before the world community says
enough is enough? Where is their humanity?
Some one should put the bug on Gadhafi and the Gadhafi expert.