by pox americanus » Mon Sep 11, 2006 5:05 pm
when staging the greatest heist in history, firstly, the "reasonable" conspirator would kill the accountants...and their "records"<br><br>with all respects...(sorry for length of post but that's sort of the point)<br><br>Mr. Robert J. Hymel<br>13 August 1946 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Mr. Robert Hymel was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Mr. Robert Hymel served as a Senior Management Officer in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Force Structure and Management. Mr. Hymel began his civilian career with DIA on March 7, 1994 after retiring from the Air Force with over 23 years of active duty service. Mr. Hymel was responsible for DIA joint manpower issues that focused on military Human Intelligence (HUMINT) management and organization. Mr. Hymel is survived by his wife, Pat Hymel and daughter, Natalie Connors.<br><br>Ms. Shelley A. Marshall<br>16 November 1963 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Ms. Shelley Marshall was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Ms. Shelley Marshall served as a Senior Management Officer in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Force Structure and Management. Ms. Marshall began her civilian career with DIA on June 6, 1987. Ms. Marshall was responsible for budget formulation, budget execution, and preparing agency budget plans. Ms. Marshall is survived by husband, Donn E. Marshall, and two children, Drake and Chandler.<br><br>Ms. Sandra N. Foster<br>10 June 1960 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Ms. Sandra Foster was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Ms. Sandra Foster served as a Senior Management Officer in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Force Structure and Management. Ms. Foster began her civilian career with DIA on Aug. 27, 1978. Ms. Foster was responsible for conducting analysis and evaluations of the manpower and functional implications of plans and programs, developing and executing complex resource management activities. Ms. Foster is survived by husband, Kenneth Foster.<br><br>Ms. Patricia A. Mickley<br>15 October 1959 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Ms. Patricia Mickley was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Ms. Patricia Mickley served as a Senior Financial Resources Manager in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Program and Budget. Ms. Foster began her civilian career with DIA on Aug. 2, 1998 after working as a Budget Analyst for the Department of the Air Force since 1980. Ms. Mickley was responsible for the development, presentation, and execution of detailed budget estimates with a primary focus on infrastructure financial management and program/budget interaction process. Ms. Mickley is survived by husband, Joseph R. Mickley, and daughter, Marie.<br><br>Mr. Charles E. Sabin<br>31 July 1947 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Mr. Charles Sabin was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Mr. Charles Sabin was a Senior Financial Resources Expert in DIA's Comptroller's Office. Mr. Sabin started his career with DIA in Aug. 1981 as an Accountant in the Financial Policy and Accounting Division, Comptroller. He was selected as a Defense Intelligence Senior Level (DISL) in August 1999. Prior to arriving at DIA he served several years at the Department of the Army; he served for 31 years in federal service. Mr. Sabin is survived by two sons, Charles E. Sabin, Jr. and Paul Sabin.<br><br>Ms. Rosa M. Chapa<br>6 April 1938 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Ms. Rosa Chapa was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Ms. Rosa Chapa served as a Senior Management Officer in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Force Structure and Management. Ms. Chapa began her civilian career with DIA on Nov. 23, 1997 and served with the Federal government for over 30 years. Ms. Chapa was responsible for ensuring that critical manpower information flowed smoothly from the Force Structure Evaluation System (FORCES) into the position management module of PeopleSoft. Ms. Chapa is survived by husband, Jose Chapa, and children, Roger, John, Elza Gracie, and Julie.<br><br>Mr. Karl W. Teepe<br>24 September 1943 - 11 September 2001<br><br>Mr. Karl Teepe was one of seven DIA employees killed in the September 11 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon. Another seven employees were injured in the attack. Mr. Karl Teepe served as a Senior Financial Resources Manager in the Office of the Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller for Program and Budget. Mr. Karl Teepe began his civilian career with DIA on Sep. 3, 1991 after retiring from the Army with over 20 years of active duty service. Mr. Teepe was responsible for the development of the General Defense Intelligence Program (GDIP) build. Mr. Teepe is survived by wife, Donna, and children, Adam and Wendy.<br><br><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://www.dia.mil/history/patriots/biographies.html">www.dia.mil/history/patri...phies.html</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><br><br>Samantha Lightbourn Allen<br> Mrs. Allen was working as an Army budget analyst on the south side of the Pentagon when American Airlines Flight 77 was flown into the building. She was a devoted public servant who had worked for the Army for many years. <br> She was also the mother of a son and a daughter. She gave her life for her country. Her family and friends and colleagues miss her. <br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Carrie Blagburn<br> Carrie Blagburn, 48, was a civilian budget analyst for the United States Army and worked in the Pentagon. Her husband, Leo, treasures the memories of their 23 years together- memories of trips, outings to dance clubs, church visits, the births and weddings of their children, the loving care Ms. Blagburn gave to their grandchildren. Among her survivors are their youngest daughter, Deanna, 16, and their son DeAndre, 22, a soldier who was in Saudi Arabia on a temporary assignment on Sept. 11.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br> Donna Marie Bowen<br> Ms. Bowen, 42, an employee of Verizon, had worked on contract in an Army budgeting office of the Pentagon for the last four years of a 23-year career with Verizon. <br> Born in Omaha, she grew up in Massachusetts and was a fan of the Boston Red Sox. She was the mother of Alexandra, 10, Eugene Jr., 8, and Anastasia, 6, and stepmother to Courtney, 19, and Erika, 21. For four years she was the leader of a Girl Scout troop. On Sundays, she taught catechism at Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church, which the family attended. Every Wednesday, she left work early to volunteer in her children's classrooms at Berry Elementary School in Waldorf. "She was totally family-oriented," said her husband, Eugene Bowen, Sr. <br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Angelene Carter<br> Angelene, a much loved and respected wife, mother, family member, co-worker, and friend, has left behind a strong legacy. Angelene is survived by her loving husband Fred A. Carter; her mother Leona D. Cash; two daughters, Angenette Cash and Freddye Jean Carter; three stepdaughters, Venus Scott, Victoria Carter, and Cheryl Carter; two sisters, Linda C. Reid and Deloise C. Thorne; and two brothers, Claude and Donnie Cash. She is predeceased by her father, James William Cash, a sister, Shirley T. Johnson, and a brother, James William Cash Jr.<br> Angelene was an "ordinary" person whose God-given vision and mission was to accomplish "extraordinary" goals in life. Her philosophy on life was validated every day by her quiet character and conduct, by insuring that her work assignments and performance supported the level of services and expectations of her superiors and professional peers. She exhibited outstanding strength and leadership, which served as an example to her family, co-workers, church, and friends.<br> Among the strong attributes that Angelene demonstrated were patience and prudence, advocacy for teamwork, and of utmost importance, a ministry of encouragement built around great subjects such as God's sovereignty, power, compassion, and forgiveness. After a full day of regimentation, she would conclude the day with a personal Bible meditation and reflection period followed by prayer. She was a valued member of the St. Paul Baptist Church of Capital Heights, Maryland, where she was a member of the Adult Usher Board and various Bible Study Groups.<br> Angelene moved steadfastly and cautiously to provide a positive and clearly defined work and family structure. She was a very focused and results-oriented person whose plan of action included responding in an exemplary fashion to whatever she was asked to do, and paying strict attention to operational details.<br> Angelene was also a dedicated servant of her nation. She gave twenty-six years of devoted government service, the last eight years in the Pentagon where she was a staff accountant for the Department of the Army. She loved her job and the people with whom she worked.<br> Angelene was an active and creative explorer, independent, self-confident, and an inquisitive learner. She was truly a loving gift of God, and will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure and honor to know her.<br><br>Sharon Ann Carver<br> Sharon Ann Carver, 38, was an accountant for the Department of the Army from 1991 to 2001. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of the District of Columbia and her MBA from Strayer University. She served the federal government for 16 years.<br> Born the sixth of seven children, Sharon was raised in the Washington, D.C. area by her mother, who nicknamed her "Little Emma," after her grandmother. She often volunteered to go on school field trips and attend Girl Scout meetings with her nieces. She was always motivating her nieces and nephews to pursue higher education. She enjoyed traveling, watching movies, and jazz.<br> She was baptized on Easter Sunday, 1996, at Free Gospel Deliverance Church in Coral Hills, MD. She was industrious and took great pride in doing her job well. She loved her country and was very patriotic.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br><br>Ada Marie Davis<br> Ada Marie Davis, 57, worked as an accountant for the government for 31 years. She served at the Pentagon under the Secretary of the Army, Resource Management, for over six years and put off retirement twice to ensure that her successor was prepared for the job.<br> As the oldest of ten children, she helped her mother and father raise her younger brothers and sisters. Her creativity, patience, strong will, determination, love and vigor for life left its mark on everyone she encountered. She was a wife, a friend, a patriot, a leader, a godmother, a grandmother and a mother.<br> Survivors include her husband, Nolton Jr.; four children, Zenovia, Yolanda, Rosslyn and Christopher; three sisters and three brothers.<br> We will not foreget her<br><br><br><br>Cortez Ghee<br> Cortez Ghee was a budget analyst for the Department of the Army.<br> He attended Montgomery, Prince George’s and Cantonsville colleges. Prior to his job with the Army, he worked with the Maryland Air National Guard, the Department of Health and Human Services in Baltimore, MD., the General Services Administration in Washington, D.C., and served a tour with the U.S. Air Force.<br> His favorite sport was football. He loved photography, music, reading, playing chess, stamp collecting and traveling. He was a devoted husband to his wife of 22 years, and he was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend.<br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Brenda Colbert Gibson<br> Brenda Colbert Gibson, 59, was a budget analyst for Resource Services Washington in the office of the administrative assistant to the Secretary of the Army.<br> She held positions in several different agencies during more than thirty years of service in the federal government. She was a loyal employee and a woman of integrity. Friends throughout the Pentagon remarked about her cordial greeting and pleasant smile. She enjoyed comic books, cartoons, jellybeans and sports. She was the ultimate Redskins fan. <br> Survivors include her husband, Joseph M. Gibson, III, her son Eric, her parents, Florence and LaBrent Colbert, and four sisters.<br> We will not forget her. <br><br>Carolyn Halmon<br> Carolyn Halmon, 49, worked as a budget analyst for the U.S. Army at the Pentagon. <br> Herman, 49, her husband of nearly 30 years, said she was "a churchgoing person." She was dedicated to her charity work at the National Church of God in Fort Washington, and she loved gardening at their Washington home. The couple were looking forward to retiring in Hilton Head, S.C., where they had bought a condominium.<br> Survivors include her son Stan and daughter Alisha.<br> We will not forget her<br><br>Jimmy Ira Holley<br> Jimmy Holley, 54, worked as an accountant at the Pentagon.<br> He was educated at J. D. Thompson High School in Alexandria City, AL., and earned a degree in accounting at Montgomery College in Maryland. He retired from the U.S. Army after 15 years of service.<br> Survivors include his wife Martha Jackson Holley; his children Kelly and Daniel; three sisters and six brothers. <br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Peggie Hurt<br> Peggie Hurt, 36, worked as an accountant in the Pentagon for the U.S. Army. She had been on the job only two weeks.<br> She graduated with honors from Virginia State University, then worked for the government and the National Guard.<br> "She was definitely a people person," said her cousin, Delores Hardy. She was a member, along with cousins and other relatives, of the Hurt Family gospel singing group. Her favorite song was "The Battle Is Not Yours, It’s the Lord’s." With her voice, said her cousin, she could always lead.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Bryan Creed Jack<br> Dr. Bryan Creed Jack, 48, was director of the programming and fiscal economics division in the Office of Program Analysis and Evaluation in the U.S. Department of Defense. He was responsible for designing and maintaining the Future Years Defense Program and developing the fiscal guidance by which the Secretary of Defense allocates funding to the military and defense agencies.<br> A former National Merit Scholar and Presidential Scholar from Texas, he graduated from the California Institute of Technology and studied in Japan as a Henry Luce Scholar. He later earned an MBA at Stanford University and a doctorate in economics from the University of Maryland. In 2000, he was appointed adjunct professor of economics at George Washington University.<br> He joined the Defense Department as an analyst in 1978 and was twice awarded the Defense Exceptional Service Medal, in 1998 and 2000.<br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Brenda Kegler<br> Brenda Kegler, 49, worked in the Pentagon as a budget analyst for the U.S. Army.<br> She had worked in the Pentagon for 30 years. Her husband, Bing, said she loved her job and enjoyed the company of her coworkers so much that even after he retired and moved to Florida, she stayed on at her job and Washington, D.C., home. "We were talking about her retiring and moving down to Florida with me," said Mr. Kegler, 63. "She was younger and loved her job, so it was harder for her to retire. But we were making plans. She was excited about us being together again, and so was I."<br> Survivors include two daughters.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>David Laychak<br> David Laychak, 40, was chief of the budget execution branch for the administrative assistant to the Secretary of the U.S. Army.<br> He graduated from Brown University and went to work for the Army. After attending the Army Comptroller Program and earning an MBA from Syracuse University, he became a budget analyst for the Army Signal Command at Fort Huachuca, Ariz. In 2000, he accepted the position of chief of the budget execution branch. He was selected for the Defense Leadership and Management Program.<br> He loved traveling and spending time with his family, taking nature walks and coaching kids. He also enjoyed sports, his friends, his country and his church. He believed in the fundamental values for which America stands.<br> Survivors include his wife Laurie and children Zachary and Jennifer.<br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Ada Wilson Mason<br> Ada Wilson Mason was a budget analyst for the U.S. Army.<br> She graduated from Jackson State University in 1973 and worked in banking until she began her career with the U.S. government in 1980.<br> She was strong-willed and analytical. As a member of Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Va., she sang in the choir and worked in the youth ministry and student tutorial ministry. Her Christian beliefs gave her strength. Her favorite flower was the lily, the symbol of grace and eternal life.<br> Survivors include her husband, Sherman L. Acker, Jr.; daughter Shannon; son Shaun; stepson Matthew Acker; three sisters and a brother; and her mother, Sareatha Wilson.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Robert Maxwell<br> Robert Maxwell, 56, worked at the Pentagon as a civilian budget analyst for the U.S. Army.<br> He liked shrimp Creole and listening to Janis Joplin. His wife, Karen Greenberg, remembers how he brought stuffed Asian duck feet when she first invited him home to meet her father. "It took some thought,” she said. “Anybody can bring flowers." She said he always gave her two cards for romantic occasions, "one ridiculous, one sincere."<br> Survivors include his wife and stepson, Tanner.<br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Molly L. McKenzie<br> Molly L. McKenzie, 38, was a civilian budget analyst for the U.S. Army.<br> She earned a B.S. degree from Mount Vernon Nazarene College and worked for the Army for 14 years. Her daughters Lea, 13, and Alana, 10, wrote that she "would do anything for us. She would take us places like shopping, the movies and places to eat. She loved to draw and read books. She liked to read the Bible. She liked to run and sometimes we ran with her. If we had a problem, she would always help us. She was not only our mother, she was our friend."<br> Survivors include her daughters; mother Elizabeth Hornberger; brothers Larry and Kenny; sisters Sally Wetzel and Judy Yake; and her former husband, Shane McKenzie.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Odessa V. Morris<br> Odessa V. Morris, 54, worked as a budget analyst in the Pentagon for the U.S. Army.<br> She attended Chesapeake Business College and worked for the federal government for 32 years. She gave of herself freely and volunteered as a financial counselor to others. She was treasurer and a member of the board of trustees of the New Mt. Olivet Apostolic Church. She loved cooking, sewing, photography and raising goats.<br> Survivors include her husband Tony; children Dahlia, Jan-Sheri and Keith; brothers Winford, Daniel and Joseph; and sisters Ethel and Rachel.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Diana B. Padro<br> Diana B. Padro worked in the Pentagon as an accountant for the office of the Secretary of the U.S. Army.<br> She earned a B.A. degree from Interamerican University of Puerto Rico. She joined the U.S Army and was stationed at Fort Hood, TX. After leaving the Army in 1982 she stayed involved with military life. She worked briefly for the National Guard. She loved her job and traveled often. Every time she visited a city, state or country, she brought home a magnet for her refrigerator door. At her office, she had a wall of similar items that friends brought from trips. She was an outgoing woman who immersed everyone in her laughter and energy.<br> Survivors include her husband Jose and sons José Javier and Juan Carlos.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Clifford L. Patterson, Jr.<br> U.S. Army Maj. Clifford L. Patterson, Jr., worked in the Pentagon as budget officer for the Resource Management division.<br> He was a Distinguished Military Graduate from Howard University in 1991 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the infantry. His assignments included Bradley platoon leader, Scout platoon leader and company executive officer for 1st Battalion, 9th Cavalry, and Battalion S-4 for 1st Battalion, 502nd Infantry; commander, Charlie and Headquarters companies, 1-502nd Infantry Regiment, Fort Campbell, KY. His awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Staff Badge, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Southwest Asia Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Expert Infantryman Badge, Pathfinder Badge and Parachutist and Air Assault badges.<br> Survivors include his wife, Capt. (P) Tarnatha Patterson, and sons Clifford and Benjamin.<br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Rhonda Sue Ridge Rasmussen<br> Rhonda Sue Ridge Rasmussen, 44, worked in the Pentagon as a budget analyst for the U.S. Army.<br> She and her husband Floyd, who also worked for the Army in the Pentagon but was able to evacuate safely, traveled the world during their combined 51 years of service. She particularly enjoyed their three stints in Germany, but her favorite place, said her husband, "was wherever she happened to be with me and me with her." He said she was "big of heart, big smile, willing to listen, laugh at you, put you at ease."<br> Survivors include her husband; children Nathan, Jeremiah, Thaddaus and Rebekkah; stepchildren Michael, Lisa and Shawn; her mother and three brothers.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Martha Reszke<br> Martha Reszke, 56, worked for the U.S. Army budget office in the Pentagon.<br> She was dedicated to her job, where she had worked for eight years, and she was a dedicated mother, wife and friend. To “everyone who came into her life, she gave,” said her husband Jim. “She was genuinely kind, honest.” Her home featured a series of plant and flower beds bordered by a brick wall. “She was everybody’s gardener,” he added. “Her therapy after work was (her) garden. She told you how it should be, and you did it. She was the designer. I was the digger.”<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Cecelia E. Richard<br> Cecelia E. Richard, 41, worked in the Pentagon as an accounting technician for the U.S. Army. She had worked for the Defense department since graduating from high school. <br> She spent her free time listening to jazz, going on family trips and attending church. Her husband Michael said she "was always considerate of her family." She also had a passion for the Washington Redskins football team and her pet Labrador.<br> Survivors include her husband, three sisters and three brothers, and her mother Mazie. <br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Edward Veld Rowenhorst<br> Edward Rowenhorst, 32, worked as a civilian accountant for the U.S. Army in the Pentagon. <br> He graduated from George Mason University in 1992 and went to work at the Pentagon, where he had interned while in college. He loved to take his daughter Ashley, 7, to his office, whether it was for Take Our Daughters to Work Day or just to give his wife a break at home. "Everyone in the office enjoyed kids," said his wife, Traci. "They were just a big family there." <br> Survivors include his wife and daughters Ashley and Kaitlyn. <br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Robert E. Russell<br> Robert E. Russell, 52, worked in the Pentagon as a supervisory budget analyst. <br> He spent 23 years in the U.S. Army, serving two tours in Germany, one in Korea and one in Belgium. After retiring from active duty in 1993, he worked as a civilian budget analyst. He had a calm, analytical personality. He was a source of comfort and counsel to his friends and relatives, and he had great culinary skills. He was a loving and generous grandfather, father, husband, brother and friend. <br> Survivors include his wife Teresa, three grown children and his mother Mildred Fletcher. <br> We will not forget him.<br><br>Marjorie Champion Salamone<br> Marjorie C. Salamone, 53, worked at the Pentagon as a U.S. Army budget analyst. <br> She earned bachelor's and master's degrees from Auburn University. She was always happy to help others. When a neighbor's basement flooded, she found the water main and turned it off. After a freeze, she helped neighbors relight gas pilot lights. She had a quick wit, a delightful sense of humor and a deep faith in God. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. <br> Survivors include her husband of 31 years, Ben, a retired Army colonel and veterinarian; daughters Amanda and Ann Marie; and her mother, Lillian Champion.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Janice Marie Scott<br> Janice M. Scott, 46, worked in the Pentagon as a budget officer for Resource Services Washington.<br> She earned an associate degree from Enterprise (Ala.) State Junior College and a BS degree from the University of Maryland. In 1987 she joined the U.S. Army Personnel Command as an assistant budget officer. In 1989 she became a budget officer with Resource Services Washington and in 2001 was promoted to team leader. <br> She was a member of Blacks in Government, 5-Star Toastmasters Club, Assn. of Government Accountants and Jack and Jill of America, Inc., where she was chapter historian, program director and vice president. She was a member of Greater Little Zion Baptist Church.<br> Survivors include her husband Abraham and daughters Crystal and Angel.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Edna Lee Stephens<br> Edna Lee Stephens, 53, worked in the Pentagon as a budget analyst.<br> She worked for the U.S. Army and the Department of Defense for 34 years, and was taking courses at the University of the District of Columbia and at Ft. Benjamin Harrison in Indiana. She was a member of the Varick Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church. She loved her family, her church and her friends.<br> Survivors include her son, Torrass Martez Allen; her father, the Rev. Eddie Stephens; sisters Betty Hill, Brenda Pyant, Gloria Darrisaw, Mary Stephens, Eunice Holcomb and Barbara Cobb, and brothers Eddie and Marvin.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br>Sandra Letitia White<br> Sandra L. (Murray) White, 44, worked as a budget analyst in the Pentagon for the U.S. Army.<br> A graduate of Hampton Roads Business College, she worked for the Army for 15 years in budgeting and accounting. She was a lover of God’s word and a devoted Christian wife, mother and best friend.<br> Survivors include her husband of 18 years, Col. (Ret.) Oscar N. White, Jr.; sons Oscar III and Jonathan; parents Aaron and Gloria Murray; brothers Curtis and Aaron Murray, and sisters Maj. Gloria Murray and Connie Harris.<br> We will not forget her.<br><br><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://www.defendamerica.mil/remember/remember_a.html">www.defendamerica.mil/rem...ber_a.html</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><br><br>The accountants were hit hardest.<br><br>remember all those TRILLIONS, they couldn't account for? <br><br>"According to some estimates we cannot track $2.3 trillion in transactions," Rumsfeld admitted. (9/10/01)<br><br><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK START--><a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2002/01/29/eveningnews/main325985.shtml">www.cbsnews.com/stories/2...5985.shtml</a><!--EZCODE AUTOLINK END--><br><br>what became of the "lost 2.3 trillion?"<br><br>trillion. wow. that' like really big huh? like uh, incomprehensible big...hows that old comparative scale/metaphor go again? <br><br>help me out, something along these lines.... if a million dollars is the length of one foot, a billion would be (?) miles, whereas a trillion would be long enough to get you to the sun and back... (?)<br> <br>also not in the news today...accrual vs cash accounting as it relates to the federal deficit...gulp. whoah. this could be bad. is that the sound of?...the dollar going pop? hopefully the assholes who lend us money keep it up or "everybody goes down with us..." <br><br>i think the "follow the money" strategy is one with real legs. boring. un-sexy. brimming with facts. out of my league. <br><br>of course i am sort of contradicting myself here (what with this list and the intended implication of intent, regardless of the means, plane/missle blah blah, the "of all the places the plane could have hit, what luck, the new wing! housing mostly civilian accountants, well thank the stars, our national security/military leadership sure could have taken a hit otherwise", oh what providence, indeed.)<br>contradictions at every turn of course. wouldn't be "good ole reality" without em i suppose.<br><br>it is not a bad thing to remember the dead. to do so is not simply being an unwitting victim of "operation mindfuck" or whatever. In fact, in a way it may help us to steel our resolve. Of course to sit in front of all the "remember" crap on TV is not the same. The best way to remember is not like this either, (posting on a message board) i think speaking to other people, in the world, you know? on a one on one basis, to discuss these things, reasonably (hard to do), rationally, fearlessly. That is remembrance. I Speak Facts Every Day. plant little seeds. I don't get embroiled in argument. mine is not to change minds. how violent. I try to change instead the information pool available. of course i only know what i have learned, that is to say, not very much but, to try. thats all.<br><br><br><br><br> <p></p><i></i>
