Miscellaneous

Germany in general has stayed united with the other two partners, but is considered sort of the weak link, ... read more

Germany in general has stayed united with the other two partners, but is considered sort of the weak link, ... My guess is that (Merkel's) Christian Democrats might be marginally more in line with the U.S. position.

There's a general sense I think at least in the British Foreign Office and the British military that the U.S. read more

There's a general sense I think at least in the British Foreign Office and the British military that the U.S. tactics have been too heavy-handed and may be responsible for some of what we're seeing.

On many levels, the British presence is more sustainable. It is safer in the Shiite south, and casualties are low.

On many levels, the British presence is more sustainable. It is safer in the Shiite south, and casualties are low.

[Merkel and her party] did criticize the Schroeder government, which in their view was needlessly antagonizing the Americans, ... But read more

[Merkel and her party] did criticize the Schroeder government, which in their view was needlessly antagonizing the Americans, ... But they didn't really suggest strong support for American policy, which would be very difficult since that's a sure voter loser in Germany.

Prime Minister Blair has long felt -- he certainly felt after September 11 -- that there was no moral or read more

Prime Minister Blair has long felt -- he certainly felt after September 11 -- that there was no moral or strategic advantage to be gained by artificial distance from the U.S.

Starting in April, the lowest tides are in the morning, so that's when we schedule the digs. These morning digs read more

Starting in April, the lowest tides are in the morning, so that's when we schedule the digs. These morning digs tend to be very popular, partly because we often get good weather.

Those who wait could face long lines at licensing outlets on the coast,. Nobody wants to be standing in line read more

Those who wait could face long lines at licensing outlets on the coast,. Nobody wants to be standing in line to buy a license at low tide.

Digging was very successful [during Nov. 12-15], and there was over 20,000 people who participated. The weather always plays a read more

Digging was very successful [during Nov. 12-15], and there was over 20,000 people who participated. The weather always plays a big factor, but I expect it to be equally as good.

It's important to come prepared. Particularly during night digs, we also ask people to keep a close eye on young read more

It's important to come prepared. Particularly during night digs, we also ask people to keep a close eye on young children.

We know that digging razor clams is a holiday tradition for a lot of families, and the tides cooperated this read more

We know that digging razor clams is a holiday tradition for a lot of families, and the tides cooperated this year.