Friday, April 06, 2007

Stage Managing

Many years ago, I was a stage manager for several high school productions and worked on theater productions in college as well. I directed folks on stage as to their placement, designed and built sets and lighting schemes and ensured that everyone was operating in a safe environment. So, let's just say I know a thing or two about stage managing.

So, when Iran complains about how the British are stage managing the return of the 15 Britons, I can't help but chuckle just a bit. What exactly were the Iranians doing when they released videos, letters, and then conducted photo ops showing the 15 purportedly admitting to being in Iranian waters, and then urging Britain to get out of Iraq? Or, how about the additional photo ops showing the British receiving gifts including hijabs for the female sailor - Ms. Turney - and suits without ties for the men along with meeting Ahmadinejad. No messages there, right?

Pot. Meet Kettle.

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