Randy Barnett over at the Volokh Conspiracy discusses the Richard Clarke allegations, and focuses on the White House response. Mr Ijaz takes it a bit further with seven questions he feels need to be answered by Clarke.
Mansoor Ijaz is the man I respect most in understanding terror as it relates to Pakistan and Afghanistan. In particular, his contacts there give him great information on Al Qaeda.
Ijaz has a brilliant resume, the least of which is his ability to move within Muslim circles. He negotiated the transfer of Osama bin Laden from Sudan to the Clinton Administration, so he knows of which he speaks. Neither is he partisan. In fact, he is a contributor to causes, and often donates to both political parties depending on his perspective on an issue.
He also provides analysis on FoxNews, and other networks on occasion. He was on just the other day discussing the fighting on the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. The interviewer made comment that Al Qaeda claims they will attack the US if their #2 man is taken. He was asked for his response: “Blah, blah, blah. If they can attack, they will, regardless of circumstance.”
I really like his style.
Been reading your observations – and enjoy them. Probably mostly because we share the same perspective on things. But I wanted to comment on Monsoor. I love the man and have for years – so it was especially nice to see you respect him too. The man is brilliant and knows of what he speaks!! He is on almost daily on Fox – especially recently.
Keep up the good work!!
Hi to Ann. Love, Pat
Comment by Pat Clark — March 24, 2004 @ 3:31 am
Excellent article. I watch him on Fox too and find him to be one of the most knowledgeable folks on TV concerning terrorism.
Comment by Shannon — March 26, 2004 @ 1:55 am