How’s That “Smart Diplomacy” Stuff Working Out?

Obama: “Let me be clear”

In the coming weeks, we will continue to help the Libyan people with humanitarian and economic assistance so that they can fulfill their aspirations peacefully.

…This is just one more chapter in the change that is unfolding across the Middle East and North Africa. From the beginning of these protests, we have made it clear that we are opposed to violence. We have made clear our support for a set of universal values, and our support for the political and economic change that the people of the region deserve. But I want to be clear: the change in the region will not and cannot be imposed by the United States or any foreign power; ultimately, it will be driven by the people of the Arab World. It is their right and their responsibility to determine their own destiny.

Yes, they are now free to express their true aspirations

GENEVA, Feb. 13 – Gays threaten the continuation of the human race, Libya’s delegate told a planning meeting of the UN Human Rights Council today, reported the Geneva-based UN Watch monitoring group. It was the first appearance in the 47-nation body by the post-Gaddafi government, whose membership was restored in November following Libya’s suspension in March.

Protesting the council’s first panel discussion on discrimination and violence based on sexual orientation, scheduled for March 7th, Libya’s representative told the gathering of ambassadors today that LGBT topics “affect religion and the continuation and reproduction of the human race.” He added that, were it not for their suspension, Libya would have opposed the council’s June 2011 resolution on the topic.

I’m shocked, shocked at this development.

categories Makes Ya Barf, Morality, Nanny State, People, Politics | | datetime February 14, 2012 8:45 am

3 Responses to “How’s That “Smart Diplomacy” Stuff Working Out?”

  1. tree hugging sister says:
    February 14, 2012 at 8:56 am

    To paraphrase Sheldon from Big Bang Theory, “Islamics are such a warm, comforting people…”

  2. aelfheld says:
    February 14, 2012 at 11:54 am

    To borrow a line, when the ‘Religion’ of ‘Peace’ is mentioned I can only say ‘p*** on your peace’.

  3. JeffS says:
    February 14, 2012 at 5:02 pm

    Reset button, awwaaaaaayyyyyyy!!!!

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