Monthly Archives: July 2015

Iran Political Fulmination Versus Diplomatic Deal

Posted on July 30, 2015 by wallwritings

by James M. Wall Blessings upon New York Times columnist Nicholas Kristof for pointing out that “fulmination” is the right word to describe opposition to the diplomatic deal President Obama and Secretary of State John Kerry have just reached with Iran and … Continue reading →

Posted in Iran, Israel, John Kerry, Middle East Politics, Netanyahu | 4 Comments

Thirteen Senators Who Could Make History

Posted on July 24, 2015 by wallwritings

by James M. Wall Most U.S. media attention is focused this summer on Donald Trump and the latest outbreak of domestic violence in movie theaters. But look carefully at the internet and you will find Roland Nikles reporting for Mondoweiss on a story … Continue reading →

Posted in Iran, Israel, Middle East Politics, Netanyahu, Obama, Palestinians | 6 Comments

Isaiah 21:6: “Go Set a Watchman”

Posted on July 14, 2015 by wallwritings

by James M. Wall Harper “Nelle” Lee, now 89, has published a second book. Her first, To Kill a Mockingbird, is considered a classic of American literature. Her second, Go Set a Watchman, arrives this week as a timely gift. It reaches readers as our … Continue reading →

Posted in Israel, Media, Middle East, Middle East Politics, Movies | 3 Comments

Bishops: Divestment Not in our “Best Interests”

Posted on July 3, 2015 by wallwritings

by James M. Wall The Episcopal Church’s House of Bishops on Thursday condemned the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) strategy.  The bishops spoke the language of the market place. They made no effort to theologically justify their condemnation. Instead, they were … Continue reading →

Posted in Episcopal Church, Palestinians, Religious Faith | 29 Comments