Monday, August 22, 2011

Breaking News on Libya

Quick, if you're reading this in early morning -- check the news. As of 12:40 a.m. (don't ask), Tripoli is falling to the rebels. Two of Gaddafi's sons have been captured, the palace guard have laid down their arms, and President Obama is calling for Gaddafi to capitulate, to avoid further bloodshed. Here's the news so far --but I'm sure there's better coverage when you read this.
    Gaddafi, true to form, is calling on Libyans everywhere to swarm into the capitol and defend it with their blood. So far, nobody seems to be obeying much. Libyans have actually been kissing the ground in gratitude...

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