Monday, March 10, 2008
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Where in the World?
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Posted by:
Mary Katharine Ham at
1:33 AM
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This is the view from my hotel. Israel being as small as it is, there's likely something internationally significant in this picture, but I don't know my geography well enough yet to tell you what. I'll keep you posted, though.
I'm in Israel for the week, on a trip with a handful of other journalists run by American Israel Education Foundation, which is affiliated with AIPAC. Also with me, Michael Goldfarb of the Weekly Standard, Richard Starr of the Standard, James Kirchick of TNR (yes, that James Kirchick, Ron Paul commenters), a couple Slate writers, a Politico editor, and Commentary blogger Noah Pollak.
We're meeting with a vast array of local intelligence officials, politicians, Abbas' chief of staff, and regular Israelis to get an understanding of the country and its complex geopolitical position. We're walking the Old City of Jerusalem today, and traveling throughout the country all week long.
I made it to Israel, but my bags didn't, so I have the clothes on my back, a pair of slacks and toiletries purchased at a Jerusalem mall (much like an American mall, but "KFC" looks different in Hebrew), and my still camera and laptop. I'll have plenty of pictures, and as much writing as I can get done while I'm here. If my video camera shows up, I'll try to post video, too.
In the meantime, enjoy the never-ending saga of Hillary and Obama.
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I went to Delhi.
My bags went to Madras and arrived five days later. I learned a lot about bargaining in the shops though.
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Have a great and safe time in Israel. I can't compete with you travelwise. :-D I just returned from the Tampa Bay area to watch the PODS Championship (PGA Tour tournament) at Innisbrook resort. I stayed with relatives who live on site. It was a lot of fun (except for a media photographer not wanting to take a picture of me with LPGA golfer Brittany Lincicome at an autograph signing Saturday by the practice green [I impulsively/foolishly asked because spectators weren't allowed cameras or cell phones]), but Florida is no Israel.
Sorry for going off on that long tangent. It's what we Aspies (people with Asperger Syndrome) tend to do. |
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If I could get the chance (and the cash) I'd go to Israel in a heartbeat. Can't wait to see your pictures of it. |
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'Tis why I try not to check bags.
Seriously, have a good week. |
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I have no doubt the Liars' brigade you're with will put on quite a show for you. Enjoy yourself. |
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Hurry and return so we can see u on Bill O Reilly show...we enjoy your perspective there (when Bill lets you get a word in edgewise)...!!Thanks... |
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