It's an attempt to bring certainty into an uncertain world. Soldiers do the same thing — every occupation with a lot of uncertainty.

The reason the article is reprinted so much, I believe, is that it's a reminder that we're no different. Sure, these tribal people have all these beliefs and practices that seem so weird — but look at what we do. It's the same thing. It speaks to human nature.

The reason the article is reprinted so much, I believe, is that it's a reminder that we're no different, ... Sure, these tribal people have all these beliefs and practices that seem so weird — but look at what we do. It's the same thing. It speaks to human nature.

The reason the article is reprinted so much, I believe, is that it's a reminder that we're no different, ... Sure, these tribal people have all these beliefs and practices that seem so weird - but look at what we do. It's the same thing. It speaks to human nature.

This did not rise to the level of certainty which should be required for presidential speeches, and CIA should have ensured that it was removed,

Until it happens, you can't predict with certainty, ... You can't take 'no' for an answer. ... You just have to keep at it until peace is achieved.