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Re: Bin Laden's Bookshelf

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post #29

Chomsky fan.

classic CIA

It's not that unbelievable though. Democracies - generally - foster free thinking. Free thinkers question the policies and are generally critical of the government. It's crucial to the functioning of a democratic society. But then the "enemies" of a democratic society will use the same thing in their favor.

Re: Bin Laden's Bookshelf

#56

"Although, three years ago the missile cost was seven hundred fifty rupees but now it is three thousand " Are you kidding me? RPGs or better ("missiles") cost 3000 rupees? That's 40 US$.

Where is this a quote from? I was curious if exchange rates had changed that much since, e.g. the year 2000, but at 2000 rates, 3000 Rs. is still only about $70, which still seems pretty low for explosive ammo.

'Letter on logistics'

Re: Bin Laden's Bookshelf

#57
post #29

Earlier quoted context omitted.

classic CIA

It's not that unbelievable though. Democracies - generally - foster free thinking. Free thinkers question the policies and are generally critical of the government. It's crucial to the functioning of a democratic society. But then the "enemies" of a democratic society will use the same thing in their favor.

> It's not that unbelievable though.

I don't doubt it. Doesn't make "Bin Laden's Bookshelf" less of a PR stunt

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