Reagan vs. the Neoconservative movement
To backup my postulates in the previous post (1st of March 2008), Jacob Heilbrunn, ostensibly another neocon-basher, has an interesting little piece in the New York Times, that in my opinion illustrates some of the differences between the neoconservative mindset and Reagan’s views. In this presidential election campaign, it seems that it has become a competition among conservatives and democrats alike, about who can be more Reagan-esque. Even Obama praises him. The author’s points are from a new book by Lou and Carl Cannon called “Reagan’s Disciple”. Some of the main points: (more…)
Rambo and Reagan: Partners in Crime?
Expectations have been high, at least among some, before the return of the weight-lifting, ‘roid-eating, baby-oil soaked massacre known as John Rambo, to the big screen. The ancient Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said that “War is the father and king of all things.” I am not sure this is true, but war is definitely the father of Rambo, as he returns in what turns out to be one of the most violent war-movies I have ever seen, and by far the most gory of all the Rambo movies (which in itself is quite a feat). If you can not distance yourself from extreme violence, this movie is probably not for you - it practically makes Shaving Ryan’s Privates look like Sgt. Bilko. (more…)
