One of the "Rebel Leaders" of Libya-

[Bluerthanblue]

was a Professor at the University of Washington in Seattle, up until late february. He seems to be a pretty reasonable man, and has lived in the US for many years.

please take the time to read the article if you are interested in finding out more about him-

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In his last class at the UW, Jones said, Tarhouni spent about 10 minutes describing how he had been a student activist in the 1970s, and was later kicked out of college for his part in a movement calling for democracy and greater freedoms.

He left Libya in 1973, and in the 1980s was put on a Libyan government hit list.

"He was so humble about it," she said. "He was so modest about everything."

Although Tarhouni's formal title is senior lecturer, his students call him Professor Tarhouni. Jones said he has a more informal style than many professors in the business school, often wearing jeans along with his blazer, and sitting on the edge of a desk while leading discussions.
.......snip

MUCH more the full article here:

http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2014596523_apwalibyarebelfinances1stldwritethru.html

[Waiting For Everyman]

1. K&R Good article, thank you!

Shared it on twitter. I saw Tarhouni named as Finance Minister but I had no idea who he was.

[Bluerthanblue]

2. thanks- he seems like

a pretty reasonable guy-

He doesn't really fit the "al Queda" profile imo.

:hi:

[Waiting For Everyman]

4. Lol, not al Queda-ish at all.

I was just encouraged that a Finance Minister was appointed - at all - that they have one now. He's way better than I hoped/expected. Most of the others on the TNC seem very capable too, going by what I've read about their backgrounds. It's clear that the revolutionaries have some good talent around to tap. That's very fortunate for them, they'll need it.

:)

[bobbolink]

3. I am really appreciating learning more about these Libyans.

Thanks... my education was sadly lacking in this area, and this has opened up a whole new world for me.

Walk like an Egyptian!

Libya Hurra!

:yourock: :hug:

[Bluerthanblue]

5. thanks- me too.

Learning as we go-

:hug:

[bobbolink]

6. Did you see the words of Susan Rice yesterday?

What she had to say really affecting me!

I wanted to post it here, but......

Maybe you would be interested in doing so?

[Bluerthanblue]

7. no I haven't-

was it an interview?

[bobbolink]

8. probably so.... on the daily thread, I think.

Her words had me in tears.

[Bluerthanblue]

9. could you pm me ?

I'm not finding it. I'll be offline for awhile this evening- but would love to read it.

Thanks!

[bobbolink]

10. I would be happy to...

but I can't get through. :hi:

[Bluerthanblue]

11. neither can I

:( when I try it says this user does not wish to receive pm's.



I've checked all my settings.- Will try again tomorrow-

:hi: