While I agree that Gaddafi is a bloodthirsty, ruthless, dictator, we need the media and political powers that be to lose the lies about protecting civilians. Tell it like it is... that the western world sees backing this rebel action as an opportunity to depose a thorn in their side(s) and gain more power and control over the country. Let's not pretend it's about protecting people because we ignore other human suffering around the world on an all-too-regular basis.
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While I agree that Gaddafi is a bloodthirsty, ruthless, dictator, we need the media and political powers that be to lose the lies about protecting civilians. Tell it like it is ... that the western world sees backing this rebel action as an opportunity to depose a thorn in their side(s) and gain more power and control over the country. Let's not pretend it's about protecting people because we ignore other human suffering around the world on an all-too-regular basis.
It's actually quite common for children (especially more rural villages) to be named after significant events. Used to have a person named helikopter.
You could spend some of it supporting good causes... to help those who might not be in the same financial situation you are.