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  • President Mubarak is the symbol for the tyranny Egyptians are seeking to overturn.  Can he play a positive role in moving the country to a more free and fair democracy?

    Can Mubarak lead the change in Egypt?

    President Mubarak is the symbol for the tyranny Egyptians are seeking to overturn. Can he play a positive role in moving the country to a more free and fair democracy? Published 2:30 p.m. February 6, 2011 - Comments

     
  • Instead of the traditional roses and chocolates, give your Valentine the gift of time.  Most of all, make it stress-free, easy, and romantic.

    Make Valentine's Day simple and stress free

    Instead of the traditional roses and chocolates, give your Valentine the gift of time. Most of all, make it stress-free, easy, and romantic. Published 9:51 a.m. February 3, 2011 - Comments

     
  • Obama  has called previous sentencing requirements

    President Obama: Why no clemency for Hamedah Hasan?

    Obama has called previous sentencing requirements "a disgrace," yet failing to grant clemency to those previously sentenced. Published 2:28 p.m. January 22, 2011 - Comments

     
  • Is there a rational explanation for Loughner shooting Rep. Giffords, killing a 9-year-old girl and Federal Judge and wounding so many others?

    Why did Jared Loughner do it?

    Is there a rational explanation for Loughner shooting Rep. Giffords, killing a 9-year-old girl and Federal Judge and wounding so many others? Published 9:39 p.m. January 10, 2011 - Comments

     
  • The case of a Palm Beach County teenager who plead guilty to DUI manslaughter raises the difficult question of whether justice equals punishment, or whether it also includes an element of mercy.

    The balance between mercy and justice

    The case of a Palm Beach County teenager who plead guilty to DUI manslaughter raises the difficult question of whether justice equals punishment, or whether it also includes an element of mercy. Published 6:57 p.m. December 15, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Chef Dean Max of 3030 Ocean Restaurant shares his recipe for coriander wildflower honey-glazed mahi with tian of summer vegetables

    Coriander wildflower honey-glazed mahi with tian of summer vegetables

    Chef Dean Max of 3030 Ocean Restaurant shares his recipe for coriander wildflower honey-glazed mahi with tian of summer vegetables Published 1:19 a.m. December 3, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Chef Dean Max of 3030 Ocean invites diners to the eighth annual Kids in Distress Fundraiser and 10-year anniversary celebration on Dec. 15.

    3030 Ocean celebrates 10 years with Kids in Distress Fundraising Gala

    Chef Dean Max of 3030 Ocean invites diners to the eighth annual Kids in Distress Fundraiser and 10-year anniversary celebration on Dec. 15. Published 1:08 a.m. December 3, 2010 - Comments

     
  • From a breakfast bistro to a beach side culinary expense, dining in Anna Maria is about the whole experience.

    Florida: Anna Maria Island white sand to white tablecloth dinning

    From a breakfast bistro to a beach side culinary expense, dining in Anna Maria is about the whole experience. Published 11:16 p.m. December 2, 2010 - Comments

     
  • The most important fact about Anna Maria is that it is makes-your-eyes-hurt beautiful.  The soft, white sand is postcard-perfect, wide and expansive

    Florida: Anna Maria Island -- Tortuga Inn and white sand beaches

    The most important fact about Anna Maria is that it is makes-your-eyes-hurt beautiful. The soft, white sand is postcard-perfect, wide and expansive Published 10:40 p.m. December 2, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Anna Maria Island, just one hour north of Tampa on Florida's West Coast, is a superior choice for family beach vacation, with pristine sand and water, outstanding food and beautiful lodging, all wrapped in Southern charm and hospitality.

    Florida: Inviting, delighting Anna Maria Island

    Anna Maria Island, just one hour north of Tampa on Florida's West Coast, is a superior choice for family beach vacation, with pristine sand and water, outstanding food and beautiful lodging, all wrapped in Southern charm and hospitality. Published 9:34 p.m. December 2, 2010 - Comments

     
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Lisa M. Ruth

Lisa M. Ruth started her career at the CIA, where she won several distinguished awards for her service and analysis.  After leaving the government, she joined a private intelligence firm in South Florida as President, where she oversaw all research ...

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Lisa M. Ruth started her career at the CIA, where she won several distinguished awards for her service and analysis.  After leaving the government, she joined a private intelligence firm in South Florida as President, where she oversaw all research, analysis and reporting.

Lisa joined CDN as a journalist in 2009 and writes extensively on intelligence, world affairs, and breaking news. She also provides investigative reporting and news analysis. Lisa continues to write both for her own columns and as a guest writer on a wide variety of subjects, and is now Executive Editor for CDN and edits the Global, Family and Health sections.  She is also a regular contributor to Newsmax and other publications.

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