Truth is a demure lady, much too ladylike to knock you on your head and drag you to her cave. She is there, but people must want her, and seek her out. ↗
One can't doubt that the American objective in Iraq has failed - different plans have to be made. And the kernel here is the acknowledgement of defeat. ↗
And you find as a writer there are certain spots on the planet where you write better than others, and I believe in that. And New Orleans is one of them. ↗
If you're honest with yourself, you're going to find out whether you truly love America, or whether your primary allegiance is to the Republican party. ↗