The Worldview Web Roundup is a periodic post of links to the news, commentary, and information I am reading right now. If you want to read more of the kinds of things found in this post check out Dennis L Hitzeman’s News Reading List.
News
A 900 Pound Gorilla- Petraeus Reports to Congress, Are Americans Paying Attention?
General Petraeus and Ambasador Crocker delivered their anticipated reports to Congress today. None of the major networks carried coverage of that testimony. The Iraq question could define Americans future role in world events, yet not too many Americans seem to care. I wonder what it feels like to be eaten by an angry, hungry 900-pound gorilla that I tried to ignore?
Commentary
Ramadi Is at Peace Because Americans Stuck It Out
Michael Trotten via The Winds of Change
As the few Americans who care vociferously debate whether we should abandon Iraq, Michael Trotten shows us all what happens when we stick things out.
What to Do in Iraq? Consider Asking the People Actually Doing the Fighting…
Michael Yon on National Review Online
Michael Yon suggests consulting the Battalion Commanders actually commanding the forces doing the work in Iraq before making a decision about whether the Surge is working. I look forward to his independent reporting from those very sources.
Faith
Rules for Theology
In case you were wondering how to define theology versus all of the other drek that so often passes for theology, please consult the linked post.
