Reply #191: Thanks for providing background on Charles Shapiro. Had no idea of his connection with Pinochet.

[Judi Lynn]

His behavior regarding Chavez, even down to his vile dinner after the coup, in which he regaled his oligarchy guests with an entertainer ventroloquist mocking Hugo Chavez has been contemptible, and unprofessional beyond imagination itself. Filthy, absurd little man.

It's time our government started behaving toward the Latin American countries like a government worthy of their respect, rather than their fear. That way isn't going to be accepted any longer, and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to realize it.

What a shame so much suffering, grief, and pure hell has been poured upon so many people in our names, behind our backs. If our country's policies had been virtuous, had been worthy, they wouldn't have needed to hide what they were doing in Latin America, would they? They have been afraid of public outrage, clearly, which would be expected among decent people.

I always look forward to hearing your INFORMED comments which have real value here. Thank you.