In light of the disgrace that was the beheading of Nick Berg, America, and in particular, American troops, must appear beyonf reproach. Their actions and words must be free of vengeance, spite or malice. They must abide by the rules of war. To reciprocate the horrendous acts of those who choose to drag the bodies of dead troops through the streets and incinerate them, and who choose to blow their own people up with car bombs, is to lower themselves to the same barbaric level. Remember...

Is it just me, or is the sight of a portly security guard in a reflective vest strolling across the Anzac Bridge an exercise in futility? Any number of frightening scenarios can be conjured up by the informed citizen. So, why are are we wasting valuable (and scarce) public money paying private security companies to walk backwards and forwards across city bridges? I'm not saying our major landmarks should not be protected, but let's be realistic. Token measures are not the way to go. ...

As a child, did W have toys to play with? Chances are he had some sort of action figure that would lead his charge into some imaginary childhood war. His hero was brave and fearless and always came out on top. Most of us can relate to these childhood musings, and, as we grew and matured, our heroes and heroines were left behind in a toy box or Mum and Dad’s attic. The problem with W is, he is still that child. He has not matured past that boyhood desire of victory. Whereas we destroyed ...