Breaking News! CNN announces Osama Bin Laden is Dead ! - Page 3

Buffalo · 05-01-2011, 10:59 PM

If you do find a transcript on today's speech....post it here, please!

Thanks!

Loghead · 05-01-2011, 11:01 PM

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**TXgolfer** · 05-01-2011, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

CBS showing big crowds of exuberant people in front of the White House. Looks like it's time to party in D.C! Probably across the nation, too, but it's going to be a wild day tomorrow here, I'm sure.

My crystal ball: stock market will go up tomorrow in a burst of "irrational exuberance."

Yep.....time to play the don't pass I think....lol

as for those celebrations....not sure that is such a good idea. I hope we will show more class than they did when the Towers fell. We got one of the bad guys....moving on....nothing to see here.
Edit: by they, to say those who supported the AQ attacks

**JClarke** · 05-01-2011, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jillio

It has been confirmed, jclarke. It was a firefight, it has been confirmed that it was his body. This has to be one of the most celebrated intelligence operations ever in this country. U.S. diplomatic sources are now on high alert. He was killed in a mansion outside Islamabad.

Definitely agreed - BEST NEWS EVER. Beer time!

**sallylou** · 05-01-2011, 11:02 PM

What is an appropriate theme for a celebration party? At a hurricane party, you drink hurricanes. My mad google-fu skills suggest this:

Bin Laden Recipe:

1/3 Oz Johnnie Walker® Scotch Whisky
1/3 Oz Bundaberg® Dark Rum
1/3 Oz Smirnoff® Vodka

authentic · 05-01-2011, 11:03 PM

His death picture .... he was shot in the nuts.

AlleyCat · 05-01-2011, 11:03 PM

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**JClarke** · 05-01-2011, 11:04 PM

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BEST GIF EVER

Beach girl · 05-01-2011, 11:05 PM

Every single news source I'm clicking on has the story. Whitehouse.gov still has the mundane speeches made earlier in the week, and the "live stream" says "nothing is currently streaming."

No, nothing happening here, folks, move right along...

Sigh. No wonder people trust news sources better than the gov't; they are much faster on the draw to get it out. Someone at the WH should have had that speech immediately ready to put up on the official site, the minute it was over.

StSapphire · 05-01-2011, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

Every single news source I'm clicking on has the story. Whitehouse.gov still has the mundane speeches made earlier in the week, and the "live stream" says "nothing is currently streaming."

No, nothing happening here, folks, move right along...

Sigh. No wonder people trust news sources better than the gov't; they are much faster on the draw to get it out. Someone at the WH should have had that speech immediately ready to put up on the official site, the minute it was over.

I watched it live on the White House's site.

**saywhatkid** · 05-01-2011, 11:09 PM

Personally, I find this news to be a bit of a yawner. The fact is, he had become a figurehead in the terrorist movement.

***naisho*** · 05-01-2011, 11:09 PM

Unofficial transcript until real one is up. It isn't done by someone official, just someone who watched the thing and typed it all down. I don't know if there are errors, I just saw it posted.

particle falling - Obama's "Osama bin Laden speech" transcript

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Good evening. Tonight, I can report to the American people and to the world that the United States has conducted an operation that killed Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda, and a terrorist who's responsible for the murder of thousands of innocent men, women and children. It was nearly ten years ago that a bright September day was darkened by the worst attack on the American people in our history. The images of 9/11 are seared into our national memory. Hijacked planes cutting through a cloudless september sky, the twin towers collapsing to the ground, black smoke billowing up from the pentagon, the wreckage of flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where the actions of heroic citizens saved even more heartbreak and destruction.

And yet we know that the worst images are those that were unseen to the world, the empty seat at the dinner table, children who were forced to grow up without their mother or their father, parents who would never know the feeling of their child's embrace, nearly 3,000 citizens taken from us, leaving a gaping hole in our hearts. On September 11th, 2001, in our time of grief, the American people came together. We offered our neighbors a hand, and we offered the wounded our blood. We reaffirmed our ties to each other and our love of community and country. On that day, no matter where we came from, what God we prayed to or what race or ethnicity we were, we were united as one American family.

We were also united in our resolve, to protect our nation and to bring those who committed this vicious attack to justice. We quickly learned that the 9/11 attacks were carried out by al Qaeda, an organization headed by Osama bin Laden, which had openly declared war on the United States and was committed to killing innocents in our country and around the globe. So we went to war against al Qaeda, to protect our citizens, our friends, and our allies. Over the last ten years, thanks to the tireless and heroic work of our military and our counterterrorism professionals, we've made great strides in that effort. We've disrupted terrorist attacks and strengthened our homeland defense. In Afghanistan, we removed the Taliban government which had given bin Laden and al Qaeda safe haven and support. And around the globe, we worked with our friends and allies to capture or kill scores of al Qaeda terrorists including several who were a part of the 9/11 plot.

Yet, Osama bin Laden avoided capture. And escaped across the Afghan border into Pakistan. Meanwhile, al Qaeda continued to operate from along that border and operate through its affiliates across the world. And so shortly after taking office, I directed Leon Panetta, the director of the CIA, to make the killing or capture of bin Laden the top priority of our war against al Qaeda. Even as we continued our broader efforts to disrupt, dismantle and defeat his network. Then last August, after years of painstaking work by our intelligence community, I was briefed on a possible lead to bin Laden. It was far from certain. And it took many months to run this thread to ground. I met repeatedly with my national security team as we developed more information about the possibility that we could located bin Laden hiding within a compound deep inside Pakistan. And finally, last week, I determined that we had enough intelligence to take action and authorized an operation to get Osama bin Laden and bring him to justice.

Today, at my direction, the United States launched a targeted operation against that compound in Pakistan. A small team of Americans carried out the operation with extraordinary courage and capability. No Americans were harmed. They took care to avoid civilian casualties. After a firefight, they killed Osama bin Laden and took custody of his body. For over two decades, bin Laden has been al Qaeda's leader and symbol and has continued to plot attacks against our country and our friends and allies. The death of bin Laden marks the most significant achievement to date in our nation's effort to defeat al Qaeda. His death does not mark the end of our effort. There's no doubt that al Qaeda will continue to pursue attacks against us. We must and we will remain vigilant at home and abroad. As we do, we must also reaffirm that the United States is not and never will be at war with Islam. I've made clear, just as President Bush did shortly after 9/11, that our war is not against Islam. Bin Laden was not a Muslim leader. He was a mass murderer of Muslims. Indeed, al Qaeda slaughtered scores of Muslims in many countries including our own. So his demise should be welcomed by all who believe in peace and human dignity.

Over the years, I've repeatedly made clear that we would take action within Pakistan if we knew where bin Laden was. That is what we've done. But it's important to note that our counterterrorism cooperation with Pakistan helped lead us to bin Laden and the compound where he was hiding. Indeed, bin Laden had declared war against Pakistan as well and ordered attacks against the Pakistani people. Tonight, I called President Zardari, and my team has also spoken with their Pakistani counterparts. They agree that this is a good and historic day for both of our nations. And going forward, it is essential that Pakistan continue to join us in the fight against al Qaeda and its affiliates.

The American people did not choose this fight. It came to our shores. And started with the senseless slaughter of our citizens. After nearly ten years of service, struggle and sacrifice, we know well the costs of war. These efforts weigh on me every time I, as commander in chief, have to sign a letter to a family that has lost a loved one or look into the eyes of a service member who's been gravely wounded. So Americans understand the costs of war. Yet as a country, we will never tolerate our security being threatened, nor stand idly by when our people have been killed. We will be relentless in defense of our citizens and our friends and allies. We will be true to the values that make us who we are. And on nights like this one, we can say to those families who have lost loved ones to al Qaeda's terror, justice has been done.

Tonight we give thanks to the countless intelligence and counterterrorism professionals who have worked tirelessly to achieve this outcome. The American people do not see their work nor know their names, but tonight they feel the satisfaction of their work and the result of their pursuit of justice. We give thanks for the men who carried out this operation, for they exemplify the professionalism, patriotism and unparalleled courage of those who serve our country. And they are part of a generation that has borne the heaviest share of burden since that September day. Finally, let me say to the families who lost loved ones on 9/11, that we have never forgotten your loss, nor wavered in our commitment to see that we do whatever it takes to prevent another attack on our shores. And tonight, let us think back to the sense of unity that prevailed on 9/11. I know that it has, at times, frayed. Yet today's achievement is a testament to the greatness of our country and the determination of the American people. The cause of securing our country is not complete, but tonight we are once again reminded that America can do whatever we set our mind to. That is the story of our history. Whether it's the pursuit of prosperity for our people or the struggle for equality for all our citizens, our commitment to stand up for our values abroad, and our sacrifices to make the world a safer place. Let us remember that we can do these things not just because of wealth or power, but because of who we are, one nation under God, indivisable with liberty and justice for all. Thank you. May God bless you. And may God bless the United States of America.

Steinhauer · 05-01-2011, 11:09 PM

He was killed last week. It took this long to confirm his DNA.

Beach girl · 05-01-2011, 11:09 PM

So why didn't they keep it on? It should be on endless loop for at least a while. I'm on the site right now and there is nothing streaming. It says there is a live discussion going on, on Facebook.

Please, I want to get my official gov't news from Facebook??? Is there no responsible adult someplace in the WH communications room right now? Sheesh...

Steinhauer, no, he wasn't, he was killed today. Obama determined last week that there was enough intelligence to plan the attack, to go after the compound. The attack happened today.

Pictures of Osama's body are out:
http://www.moremoviesplease.com/2011...n-is-dead.html

StSapphire · 05-01-2011, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Steinhauer

He was killed last week. It took this long to confirm his DNA.

From the speech just given, the operation was launched today.

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

So why didn't they keep it on?

No clue.

**TXgolfer** · 05-01-2011, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jillio

This has to be one of the most celebrated intelligence operations ever in this country..

I am sure it will be....lol. I do like that the went boots on the ground.....we needed remains to leave no doubt.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

Every single news source I'm clicking on has the story. Whitehouse.gov still has the mundane speeches made earlier in the week, and the "live stream" says "nothing is currently streaming."

No, nothing happening here, folks, move right along...

Sigh. No wonder people trust news sources better than the gov't; they are much faster on the draw to get it out. Someone at the WH should have had that speech immediately ready to put up on the official site, the minute it was over.

I'd say the White House had several other concerns that demanded immediate attention once it was confirmed that BinLaden was dead. The speech will be available. The important thing is that U.S. intelligence has managed to kill Bin Laden.

President Obama has been having intelligence meetings since March. He gave the order to go ahead on the same day that everyone was distracted by watching the British wedding.

**Beowulf** · 05-01-2011, 11:16 PM

Meh. I'd like to see proof bin Laden was involved in 9-11.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by TXgolfer

I am sure it will be....lol. I do like that the went boots on the ground.....we needed remains to leave no doubt.

I don't think this news would be accepted without remains. We have waited too long for this news to come.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Steinhauer

He was killed last week. It took this long to confirm his DNA.

No, he wasn't. He was killed today.

Secretblend · 05-01-2011, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jillio

I'd say the White House had several other concerns that demanded immediate attention once it was confirmed that BinLaden was dead. The speech will be available. The important thing is that U.S. intelligence has managed to kill Bin Laden.

President Obama has been having intelligence meetings since March. He gave the order to go ahead on the same day that everyone was distracted by watching the British wedding.

Think they planned the timing so they would be distracted and let down their guard?

**JClarke** · 05-01-2011, 11:21 PM

I wondered, when the group had the plan to kill the most wanted man, did they distract their bodygaurds with beautiful women?

Beach girl · 05-01-2011, 11:22 PM

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I'd say the White House had several other concerns that demanded immediate attention once it was confirmed that BinLaden was dead

Jillio, I worked for the U.S. gov't for nearly 25 years, in public diplomacy. The transcript of a major speech like this should get out immediately; i.e, be posted on the official site. Someone is asleep at the switch not to do so. Please note: I am NOT blaming Obama for it, in case there's a question in your mind. Obama was meeting with people all day; I'm sure at some point the head of the WH communication office was brought in to discuss media strategy and timing.

Why it's not up is a mystery.

Buffalo · 05-01-2011, 11:25 PM

Thanks, naisho. That speech will be good until the offical transcript come out.

I still rather wait until the DNA work is done. The use of double is an old idea.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Secretblend

Think they planned the timing so they would be distracted and let down their guard?

I doubt it.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

Jillio, I worked for the U.S. gov't for nearly 25 years, in public diplomacy. The transcript of a major speech like this should get out immediately; i.e, be posted on the official site. Someone is asleep at the switch not to do so. Please note: I am NOT blaming Obama for it, in case there's a question in your mind. Obama was meeting with people all day; I'm sure at some point the head of the WH communication office was brought in to discuss media strategy and timing.

Why it's not up is a mystery.

I'm just not too concerned about something like that, given the nature of everything that is going on at the moment.

Edit: CNN is getting ready to replay the speech if anyone is interested.

Beach girl · 05-01-2011, 11:29 PM

Well, good for you. Being a communication major and having spent my career in it, it's the sort of thing I like to see done right.

Edited to add: Yay, I can quit my bitchin' and post this:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2011/...bin-laden-dead

Transcript went up at 12:16 a.m.

Now I'm happy. ;-)

Secretblend · 05-01-2011, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by jillio

I doubt it.

That was supposed to be a joke.

jillio · 05-01-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Beach girl

Well, good for you. Being a communication major and having spent my career in it, it's the sort of thing I like to see done right.

Oh, well.

Steinhauer · 05-01-2011, 11:31 PM

I believe she was trying to point out that this is a deaf website and the transcript is not available yet.

I am reading conflicting reports .... some say OBL was killed by a bomb, others are saying it was a small firefight. Some are saying he was killed last week and it took this long to confirm his DNA - others are saying he was killed today. I am sure there are going to be a lot of retractions over the next few days.

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Beach girl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: northern Virginia in winter; NC in summer Posts: 3,760	Every single news source I'm clicking on has the story. Whitehouse.gov still has the mundane speeches made earlier in the week, and the "live stream" says "nothing is currently streaming." No, nothing happening here, folks, move right along... Sigh. No wonder people trust news sources better than the gov't; they are much faster on the draw to get it out. Someone at the WH should have had that speech immediately ready to put up on the official site, the minute it was over. Buffalo likes this.

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saywhatkid Emerging from the sun Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: In space Posts: 7,242 Blog Entries: 2	Personally, I find this news to be a bit of a yawner. The fact is, he had become a figurehead in the terrorist movement. __________________ "Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies." ~ Mother Teresa

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Steinhauer Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 8,191 Blog Entries: 1	He was killed last week. It took this long to confirm his DNA.

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Beach girl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: northern Virginia in winter; NC in summer Posts: 3,760	So why didn't they keep it on? It should be on endless loop for at least a while. I'm on the site right now and there is nothing streaming. It says there is a live discussion going on, on Facebook. Please, I want to get my official gov't news from Facebook??? Is there no responsible adult someplace in the WH communications room right now? Sheesh... Steinhauer, no, he wasn't, he was killed today. Obama determined last week that there was enough intelligence to plan the attack, to go after the compound. The attack happened today. Pictures of Osama's body are out: http://www.moremoviesplease.com/2011...n-is-dead.html

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Beowulf Premium Member Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 10,515	Meh. I'd like to see proof bin Laden was involved in 9-11.

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JClarke I.T Guru Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Canberra, Australia Posts: 28,060 Blog Entries: 6	I wondered, when the group had the plan to kill the most wanted man, did they distract their bodygaurds with beautiful women?

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Buffalo Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 4,025	Thanks, naisho. That speech will be good until the offical transcript come out. I still rather wait until the DNA work is done. The use of double is an old idea. __________________ “The problem is not that the (deaf) students do not hear. The problem is that the hearing world does not listen. “- Rev Jesse L. Jackson ( American Civil Rights Activist, Minister)

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Beach girl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: northern Virginia in winter; NC in summer Posts: 3,760	Well, good for you. Being a communication major and having spent my career in it, it's the sort of thing I like to see done right. Edited to add: Yay, I can quit my bitchin' and post this: http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2011/...bin-laden-dead Transcript went up at 12:16 a.m. Now I'm happy. ;-)

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Steinhauer Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 8,191 Blog Entries: 1	I believe she was trying to point out that this is a deaf website and the transcript is not available yet. I am reading conflicting reports .... some say OBL was killed by a bomb, others are saying it was a small firefight. Some are saying he was killed last week and it took this long to confirm his DNA - others are saying he was killed today. I am sure there are going to be a lot of retractions over the next few days.

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