Iran’s New President

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It appears that the U.S. and Israel are miles apart in their understanding of what happened this weekend in Tehran as Iran inaugurated its new, friendlier-in-appearance president, Hassan Rouhani. The word “moderate” is thrown around cheaply in the Arab and Muslim world (Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has been called one for years, facts notwithstanding).
Consider the statement of the United States: “The inauguration of President Rouhani presents an opportunity for Iran to act quickly to resolve the international community’s deep concerns over Iran’s nuclear program. Should this new government choose to engage substantively and seriously to meet its international obligations and find a peaceful solution to this issue, it will find a willing partner in the United States.”
And comments made yesterday by Prime Minister Netanyahu: ““The president of Iran has been replaced, but the goal of the regime has not been replaced, it remains as it was. Iran’s intention is to develop a nuclear capability and nuclear weapons in order to destroy the State of Israel, and this constitutes a danger not only to us and the Middle East, but the entire world, and we are all committed to prevent this.”
Rouhani is a more pleasant face on an unchanged Iranian regime – a regime that is still the world’s leading state sponsor of terror, that is still helping Bashar al-Assad murder tens of thousands of his own people in Syria, and that is still – as Prime Minister Netanyahu pointed out – totally committed to developing a nuclear weapon and to using the West’s desperation to negotiate to buy time until it builds such a capability. Any talks Iran agrees to hold will be for the express purpose to delaying and deceiving. That the rest of the world knows this is beyond doubt. That it pretends otherwise and, instead, abides the fantasy of an Iran that is lead by a dialogue-seeking moderate is a disgrace for which the next generation will – and should – hold us accountable.

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Author: Stand For Israel | August 5, 2013

Posted in:  Iran, SFI Daily Dispatch

Waifs of the Week - August 5, 2013

These pets are available for adoption today through Wayside Waifs.

Warren 2 months Male Beagle Puppies! Puppies! Puppies! Hi there! You may have stopped scrolling after you saw my sweet, adorable face, right? Well, I'm cute for sure. Don't let my cuteness sway you into adopting me just for my looks. Since I'm just a puppy, I'm going to need plenty of training. You know, potty training, crate training, training to curb my puppy play biting. Some positive reinforcement classes would be ideal as well. I'm ready to bust out of Wayside and see the big wide world, but I need the right family to help me to become a well-rounded canine citizen. Could that family be you? My family should be able to commit to my training for the next several years, but a big hunk of that training is going to need to happen sooner than later. I'll need work on potty training right when we go home, so I can learn where to do my business. And crate training would also be beneficial for me as well. Some folks have the wrong idea about crate training; when done properly, I'll associate my kennel with positive things and look at it as my safe spot. Ask one of Wayside's awesome adoption counselors about crate training me. I would also benefit from some positive reinforcement puppy classes. The classes will help me get off to the right start learning all the basic manners in addition to help me socialize with other dogs in a safe atmosphere. If you think you are ready to open your heart and home to me. Come down to Wayside Waifs today! Love, Warren Adoption fee: $150	Herbert 4 years 7 months Male   Domestic Shorthair  Hi, I'm Herbert! I'm a four year-old cat looking for a home to call my own. I came into Wayside as a stray. You wouldn't know it now, but I was actually brought here in a cat trap. I was very scared and frightened, and I didn't know whom to trust. Now I'm a totally different cat. The volunteers have shared that I'm now a social butterfly. I'm described as very outgoing and friendly. They said you should know I LOVE attention. I love being petted and played with. I can get over stimulated when playing though, so I shouldn't go home with kids. My ideal home would be one with adults only or respectful teenagers who can help me control my excitable nipping. You should also know that I'm FIV+. Sometimes those letters can sound scary together if you aren't familiar with FIV, but the staff here would love to help you understand. FIV isn't as terrible and scary as it sounds. It can be managed, but there are certain things you need to know about how to care for me. I'm hoping to find just the perfect home for me. I was a little scraggly and scared when I came to Wayside, but I'm finally at a good place. I'm healthier, happier, and I've really come out of my shell. If you think I'm the right cat for you, please come down to Wayside to meet me today! Purrs, Herbert Adoption fee: $25	Doug 3 years 10 months Male Boxer Hey there! My name is Doug and I am a loving, 66 pound Boxer/Mastiff mix. I am one of the sweetest boys that you will ever meet. I am what my friends here at Wayside call a gentle giant, I might be a big boy, but I am full of love! Have I told you yet that I love to play? It is one of my favorite things to do! Especially this one game...I think it's called FETCH! That's right, I am awesome at fetch, and I make sure to let you have the ball back so we can play again, and again. Since I am still pretty young, I am very energetic, so a nice long daily walk would help me a lot. It would also be a good idea for me to meet any of your other canine friends so we can see if we can become good friends or not. I have a great start on my obedience training, but I still have a lot to learn! I am so ready to find a family willing to love a big goofy like me! So if you think I could be the dog for you, come on out to Wayside Waifs and ask the friendly staff if you could meet me! My tail will be wagging with excitement to see you! Love, Doug Adoption fee: $130

National Beef Company Recalls 50,000 Pounds of Beef August 2, 2013 by Patricia-Anne Tom 0 0

Heads up, moms! National Beef Company is voluntarily recalling 50,000 pounds of beef because of possible E. coli contamination. A strain of the bacteria was found in a 10-pound bag of ground beef, but no illnesses have yet been reported. The ground beef was distributed nationwide under the brand names NatureSource, NatureWell, and National Beef.
For the full list of affected products, read the whole story on The Stir.

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