Monday, May 18, 2009

Under Rummy, Pentagon published Bible verses on top-secret intel reports.


Thinkprogress:

In a lengthy article on Donald Rumsfeld’s rocky tenure as Defense Secretary, GQ published never-before-seen cover sheets from top-secret intelligence briefings produced by Rumsfeld’s Pentagon. Starting in the days surrounding the U.S. invasion of Iraq, the cover sheets featured inspirational Bible verses printed over military images, “and were delivered by Rumsfeld himself to the White House” to the president, “who referred to America’s war on terror as a ‘crusade,’” GQ writes. Below are some examples of the Bible quotes (view the images here):
“Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.” [The quote appears over an image of a tank at sunrise]
“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.” [The quote appears over an image of a soldier in Baghdad]
“It is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish men.” [The quote appears over an image of Saddam Hussein]
“Open the gates that the righteous nation may enter, The nation that keeps faith.” [The quote appears over an image of tanks entering an Iraqi city]

1 comment:

airJackie said...

Many players in the 8 year crime wave by Bush/Cheney. I remember when Bush said he spent 25 million and the Church had more money for him to spend, something was going on. For 8 years the Church has been not only getting money but brainwashing our soldier and those Muslims to become Christian. No wonder so much has gone wrong, when you mess with God good things don't happen. You can't force people to believe or do what you say, I thought the US learned that with the Slaves.