The US is “ready” for a possible military strike on Iran, according to Ambassador to Israel Dan Shapiro. "It would be preferable to resolve this diplomatically and through the use of pressure than to use military force,” Shapiro said in an interview aired on Israel’s Army Radio today. "But that doesn't mean that option is not fully available - not just available, but it's ready. The necessary planning has been done to ensure that it's ready.” The US has long cautioned Israel against …More

Attacks on Eric Cantor are gaining steam. Harry Reid called him childish. Many in the media have portrayed him as the obstinate Republican who will destroy American credit by blocking a deal on raising the debt ceiling. But for those of us who feel constantly ripped off by a government addicted to irresponsible spending, he is a hero. I know Eric personally. He is a modest, focused, and unassuming man who speaks up with something important and wise to contribute. But beneath the calm exterior is a steely core …More