–The story also notes that the reservists and National Guardsmen didn’t have bullets for training, night vision goggles, radios, body armor, GPS equipment, and computers.–

And when has the NG ever gotten the platinum account, John?

They always got the leftovers.

Do you have experience w/ceramic tolerances, perchance?

How long does it take to make a vest? Did we supply any to our allies? If so, how many? How many mfgrs are there of these vests?

Should I tell you about my dad’s 2 years in Germany in the 50s and bullets then? How many bullet mfgrs do we have?

And list the unnecessary weapons programs.

Pubbies do not control the Senate, if they did, I’d have my judges. The Gang of 41 could have held up the budget if they so chose, they did not. But they’ve been magnificent in holding up the judges for 3 years.

–they have managed to inspire emulators in Spain, Indonesia, and elsewhere.–

What have the buddhists done to the muslims??

As to Spain, didn’t you know there was a document translated by Norweigans about how AQ was to target Spain before their election because they were a weak link? And they were right.

There’s a site called Rantburg and you should start visiting it. It’ll get you up to speed.