Wow… I though facebook was for lonely shut-ins. If it can do this it truly has a purpose.

Most of the described symptoms could be attributed to “CN Gas”, which is a more powerful tear gas than is typically used by the US and western militaries and police agencies ( CN gas has largely been replaced by CS Gas). However, the paralysis that is described portends of the use of a nerve agent. There are perhaps hundreds of variants to choose from, many of which can cause paralysis – limited or even permanent depending upon exposure, and can even cause death.

It doesn’t take a chemical engineer to tell them that it can’t be “diffused”. Depending on the toxicity level of the agent, it’s effects might be negated with atropine, at least temporarily. And, again depending on the agent, even a gas mask might not be satisfactory protection because many nerve agents are adsorbed directly through the skin.

If they are indeed using a tear gas containing a nerve agent, the Iranians are – per several UN resolutions – committing war crimes. I’m sure President Obama will instruct Sec. Clinton to craft a tough letter, or something ’cause that’s just how he rolls.

The next time neocon jackasses want to feign concern about freedom and democracy for the people in a Muslim country before they commence bombing raids, they damn well better back it up with proof that majority of the populace in that country welcome the bombing raids and will greet us liberators once the regime is overthrown.

Got it?

Republitarian said:
I’m sure President Obama will instruct Sec. Clinton to craft a tough letter, or something ’cause that’s just how he rolls.

Did you notice that he had something to say, on camera, at least every other day on Egypt versus his silence on the matter of Iran? So far we’ve gotten this, from the press secretary:

MR. CARNEY: I’m going to try to do this relatively fast so that nobody gets hurt in landing here. To begin, I want to read you a statement by the President on violence in Bahrain, Libya, and Yemen:

“I am deeply concerned by reports of violence in Bahrain, Libya, and Yemen. The United States condemns the use of violence by governments against peaceful protesters in those countries and wherever else it may occur. We express our condolences to the families and friends of those who have been killed during the demonstrations. Wherever they are, people have certain universal rights, including the right to peaceful assembly. The United States urges the governments of Bahrain, Libya, and Yemen to show restraint in responding to peaceful protests and to respect the rights of their people.”

That’s the end of the statement.

Iran? Never heard of it. But wait, we’ve got this strong unequivocal stand from Obama himself, when asked:

THE PRESIDENT: That’s okay. Well, first of all, on Iran, we were clear then and we are clear now that what has been true in Egypt should be true in Iran, which is that people should be able to express their opinions and their grievances and seek a more responsive government. What’s been different is the Iranian government’s response, which is to shoot people and beat people and arrest people.

And my hope and expectation is, is that we’re going to continue to see the people of Iran have the courage to be able to express their yearning for greater freedoms and a more representative government, understanding that America cannot ultimately dictate what happens inside of Iran any more than it could inside of Egypt. Ultimately these are sovereign countries that are going to have to make their own decisions. What we can do is lend moral support to those who are seeking a better life for themselves.

A true Profile in Courage, our President.

Facebook broght down the Tunisian government and will now help with this sort of thing.

Its a new reality and one that should be welcomed by thinking people everywhere. Isolation of the populace id a tyrant’s drea. The new social media takes that tool away.

All you on the left out there give that some thought the next time the Dems start talking about their internet “off switch” for “times of emergency”.

Us lefties are totally against any governmental control over the internet or any other form of free speech.
Except fox “news”.

poolviking said:
Us lefties are totally against any governmental control over the internet or any other form of free speech.
Except fox “news”.

So free speech is fine as long as you like the speech. Gotcha.

same2u said:
The next time neocon jackasses want to feign concern about freedom and democracy for the people in a Muslim country before they commence bombing raids, they damn well better back it up with proof that majority of the populace in that country welcome the bombing raids and will greet us liberators once the regime is overthrown. Got it?

What did this rant have to do with the article?

tatboy said:
What did this rant have to do with the article?

Madlibs? No pun intended… well originally, then I read it again and made myself laugh.

poolviking said:
Us lefties are totally against any governmental control over the internet or any other form of free speech.
Except fox “news”.

YAY!! Lefties Against Net Neutrality!!! There should be a facebook group.

everyone wants to see Iran’s government fall.

mark thuesen