Eitan Shamir of The Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies examines claims that Israel lacks a clear, long-term plan for the end of its current multi-front war. Noting that tactical maneuvers are an essential part of any larger strategic plan, Shamir explains how Operation Iron Swords is designed to upend the regional status quo and strengthen Israel’s position well into the future.
Residential School Denialist – “Dad” for Short
The CBC et al have courteously minimized Mark Carney’s father Robert’s long career as an Indian day school principal and superintendent of native schooling programs – presumably to help the Liberal Leader more easily sluff off this “problematic” family history. At PJ Media, David Solway notes the elder Carney’s role was far greater than generally reported – as was his unwavering belief in the rightness of what he was doing – and that this should actually be celebrated.