From war mongers to peace—it's a tough pill for the media and politicians to swallow. Admitting they may have been wrong after years of fearmongering about Putin's global ambitions makes the idea of peace hard to embrace. Still, any ceasefire talk will likely come with strings attached, as Putin uses negotiations to secure more favorable terms. - Have we fallen into a trap of propaganda and bias simply because we dislike Putin or communism? - Since the collapse of the USSR in 1990, NATO has expanded eastward—driven by both Bush administrations' paranoia about communism, rather than pursuing unity. - Would the U.S. tolerate a Chinese military base in Greenland or Canada? Probably not. A neutral Ukraine and halting NATO expansion could bring peace for all. - It's ironic that critics claim Russia can't defeat Ukraine but simultaneously warn that Putin plans to conquer the world. - For a full breakdown, read this Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3 , Part 4 series. - Also see this author profile and afterthought analysis —is the U.S. better off partnering with Russia than leaving it to China?
If nothing else works, just write a true story —at least according to conspiracy theorists. After Biden’s failed use of Nazi and Hitler rhetoric, now the so-called PayPal Mafia is being accused of apartheid sympathies, Nazi lineage, and dictatorship ties. - Since when did saving taxpayer money become criminal? - Learn more about Peter Thiel , branded the “mastermind” of it all. - And where were the reporters when Hunter's laptop surfaced?
Bernie and the Oligarchy —as Democrats push their Town Halls , Tim Walz joins in , perhaps in response to declining media viewership on the left. - Maybe Bernie should join Willie Nelson on tour. Not everyone may be thrilled about Bernie taking the stage, though.
Nostalgia —here's a fun clip on what cowboys ate during the 1800s cattle drives. About 7 minutes in: rattlesnake chili. - Beef wasn’t on the menu because cattle were too valuable to eat. - Hopefully MAHA isn’t watching—though it could be a timely reminder for Lent.
The DOGE hysteria has turned into full-on LAWFARE , driven by third-party advocacy , law firms , and a media frenzy. - Shouldn’t taxpayers be united in wanting to cut waste? It seems there are more voters who take than those who pay—or at least among decision-makers. - Explore these perspectives: doge.gov , opinions , more - Clinton (Gore) proposed it, Obama echoed it—but no one acted until “Big Ball” stepped in. - Burn Teslas or sell them—it’s another summer of protest. - Musk isn't leading the department; he's the brain. Amy Gleason is the actual leader. - Meanwhile, check out the state of Medicaid , USAID , and VOA. - Read the Newsweek overview. - Why was Erica Carr burning classified documents ? - And why is a federal judge ordering DOGE and Musk to disclose their plans ? Is it about transparency—or covering for someone else ?
The Media Mafia —the Gridiron Club , often referred to as the "club of clubs" for elite Washington reporters like those at The Washington Post , remains a self-serving institution. - It’s no surprise that the President received a cold shoulder—what value is there in attending when it's more about insider access than accountability?
It’s the suit now —you really have to wonder who elects some of these people. - With headlines driven more by optics than substance, are we seeing peak performative politics?
Human interference or climate change? The ongoing debate continues as new reports examine the origins of the latest California wildfires. - If negligence is a factor, maybe it's time for class-action lawsuits to bring accountability—and provide relief for FEMA and insurers alike.
The economy: Are we headed for a recession—or just a necessary reset? - What’s really wrong , aside from a bloated stock market that may need a correction? - The market was propped up by artificial confidence during the Biden years— - Perhaps even buoyed by strategic government-funded projects.