As the Arab Spring drives change across our region, bringing the hope of democracy and reform to millions of Arabs, less attention is being paid to the plight of Iraq and its people. We were the first to transition from dictatorship to democracy, but the outcome in Iraq remains uncertain. Our transition could be a positive agent for progress, and against the forces of extremism, or a dangerous precedent that bodes ill for the region and the international community.
Debate rages in Baghdad and Washington around conditions for a U.S. troop extension beyond the end of this year. While such an extension may be necessary, that alone will not address the fundamental problems festering in Iraq.
My Comments: A pretty illuminating article from one time Iraqui Prime Minister Ayad Allawi. It raises several troubling points. It is really disconcerting what is still going on in Iraq. I am of the mindset that the ills of the entire region of SW Asia and the broader middle east is beyond repair…whatever repair means.
Narrative: ( Total Time – 115mins)
Went pretty hard. Â Had a really great time working through most of the workout, but started to weaken by the end. Â Legs always seem to take the most out of me. Â Did not complete my Leg curls, Standing Calves and all my abdominals…too exhausted. Â I will make up for it tomorrow.
Abdominal Exercises:
As stated above, in this workout you should train your abs at the end of each session. Use these exercises:
For thousands of years, writing has been a powerful way for us to communicate with one another, to share our distinct thoughts and ideas through the power of words. Even in today’s technologically saturated 21st century, we still express ourselves in writing almost every single day. And oftentimes, we write to argue our viewpoints, persuade others that we’re right, and share our unique experiences and perspectives.
But all writing—whether it’s a powerful essay, a persuasive letter, a detailed business report, or an autobiographical story—is at its most effective and memorable when it’s built on the fundamental critical and analytical skills that transform your words from “good” writing to “great” writing. Regardless of your subject, your goal, or your occasion, these skills are the heart and soul of engaging and effective writing. They include the ability to
organize your thoughts into a coherent piece that never leaves your reader behind;
make a persuasive argument rooted in solid facts;
draw on the styles and characteristics of various literary genres;
make responsible use of research materials and outside resources; and
avoid common grammar errors that could cost you your credibility.
Course Lecture Titles
24 Lectures – 30 minutes / lecture
Lect.01 How to Write about AnythingProf. Dorsey Armstrong33:32
Lect.02 How to Be an Effective ReaderProf. Dorsey Armstrong30:21
Lect.03 How Literature Can HelpProf. Dorsey Armstrong26:56
Lect.04 Shaping Your VoiceProf. Dorsey Armstrong29:41
Lect.05 Knowing Your ReaderProf. Dorsey Armstrong29:18
Lect.06 The Art of the Essay-How to StartProf. Dorsey Armstrong29:16
Lect.07 How to Organize an ArgumentProf. Dorsey Armstrong30:40
Lect.08 Supporting Your ArgumentProf. Dorsey Armstrong30:12
Weight training is touted as the cure for many ills. But if the goal is to lose belly fat, aerobic exercise is the only way to go, exercise scientists say.
We’re not talking about muffin tops, the annoying bit of pudge that rolls over a woman’s waistline and is featured in those strange Internet ads. Rather, this is gut fat lodged around internal organs, which could look like a beer belly from the outisde. It’s considered a risk factor for diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
Surprisingly little research has been done comparing the health benefits of strength training with weights to aerobic exercise such as walking. But that’s just what researchers at Duke University did.
My Comments:
I am just blown away by the size of some of these bellies that I see displayed by some men. If I had such a gut…dude…I would definitely put that thing away.Â
On a serious tip, I wholeheartedly agree with the cardio push to cut the gut.  You might not get a six-pack with just cardio, your diet will have to figure in somewhere on that.
As the Arab Spring drives change across our region, bringing the hope of democracy and reform to millions of Arabs, less attention is being paid to the plight of Iraq and its people. We were the first to transition from dictatorship to democracy, but the outcome in Iraq remains uncertain. Our transition could be a positive agent for progress, and against the forces of extremism, or a dangerous precedent that bodes ill for the region and the international community.
