Columns

"Many politicians and pundits are saying the worst aspect of this crisis is that it presents a colossal PR problem for the United States. That kind of verbiage tells us a lot. Such an extreme self-focus represents the promotion of national megalomania over genuine decency."

"The problem, however, is deeper than either side is willing, or apparently able, to admit. In many ways, the pictures and stories coming about of Abu Gharaib, while shocking in and of themselves, are only symptomatic of issues that cut to the very core of this war."

"In the wake of the horrors of the Holocaust, anti-Semitism against Jews is now recognized for what it is-hateful prejudice. We have yet to learn this lesson when it comes to Arabs and Islam."

"At any time in the past, the federal government could have passed a [sweeping anti-racism] resolution in the wake of an anti-Sikh, anti-African or anti-Arab hate crime, but in Canada, offences against Jews are deemed more important and newsworthy."

"Those who care about Middle East peace, promoting Palestinian rights and saving the lives of innocents must act to challenge and change the political dynamic in the United States. It can be done. And too much is at stake to remain passive in the face of this urgent need."

"Media outlets are filled with ads, commercial plugs and vapid -- or corrosive -- content leaving the impression that gifted artists sell out to the almighty dollar sooner or later."

"...reading the Sharon plan for "disengagement" also raises serious questions about the "vision" of a "sovereign and contiguous Palestinian State."

"Journalists should scrutinize U.S. government spin, not contribute to it."