Not a Coup

Sun Times columnist Michael Sneed's friend, paleontologist Sue Hendrickson, writes from Honduras--it's not a coup. Hendrickson of the Field Museum's T-Rex "Sue" is an informed and impassioned observer--Hondurans deserve our support for ousting this leader who disregarded the rule of law. In part:

• • 4. "The current news being portrayed in international networks appear to be heavily tilted toward a contrarian view of most Hondurans.

• • 5. "The majority of Hondurans are not in favor of Manual Zelaya and are extremely proud of our congress and military for their stance in favor of democracy and peace.

• • 6. "The events happening today were caused by an attempt by Manuel Zelaya to manipulate our country and its constitution to fulfill his ultimate goal of remaining in power indefinitely.

• • 7. "The world should be proud of Honduras as we are the first Latin American country to stand against a tyrannical leader who has tried to topple democracy and peace in our country.

And in the Washington Post, Alvaro Vargas Llosa, "Honduras's Coup Is President Zelaya's Fault".