Trump 1, Xi 0 His retaliatory tariffs deflated Red China’s economy
As president, Donald Trump slapped Chairman Xi’s dictatorship and his slave-driven economy with tariffs and a new trade agreement with Mexico.
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Use the Military to fight the Cartels? Really?
For years, the US and Mexican governments have ineffectually sought to control the Mexican drug cartels that are operating near the US southern border and in various cities within the US.
The Social Credit System in China: Examining its Impact on Daily Life
China’s Social Credit System, introduced to “enhance social trust and regulate behavior,” has sparked widespread discussions on its implications for citizens’ lives.
Is The Sun Setting On The American Empire?
At its height in the 1920s, the British Empire was the largest the world had ever known-so far-flung, it was said that “the sun never sets on the British Empire
Underdogs Unleashed: Triumphs and Tactics in Asymmetric Warfare Throughout History
Asymmetric warfare, characterized by a disparity in military power between opposing forces, has a rich history spanning centuries.
Unveiling the Historical Suppression of Christians in China: A Critical Examination
The history of Christian communities in China is marked by government-led suppression, where the Chinese authorities have sought to control and limit the religious practices of Christians.
Dropping Warheads on Foreheads: The Perilous Powers of Unchecked Authority
The authority vested in the U.S. President to make unilateral decisions regarding military force raises critical concerns about unchecked power and its potential to escalate conflicts into full-blown wars.
High Seas High-Jinks: Piracy, Climate, and the Red Sea Odyssey
In the turbulent waters of the Red Sea, a maritime menace is stirring, and it’s not just threatening to plunder cargo—it’s setting sail with our climate.
US Must ‘Super Escalate’ to End the Standoff in the Red Sea
The Houthis, one of multiple Iranian proxy groups operating in the Middle East, have been wreaking havoc on merchant vessels in the Red Sea for more than two months. Given that nearly 25% of the world’s maritime-traded goods must pass through these waters to get to market, the impact of the attacks on the international …
Republicans sell out America Just as the immigration battle nears victory, the Party of the Bushes caves in
The public finally rose against illegal immigration and the invasion by immigrants — only to have these Trikki Nikki-level Faux Conservatives sell us out.
U.S. Marine Corps and Piracy
Once upon a time, in the mystical realm of maritime adventures, the U.S. Marine Corps was the undisputed hero in the battle against pirates.
Food for Fuel-The Snarky Solution to Global Energy Woes
Instead of playing global babysitter and risking our precious national treasure to safeguard hydrocarbon pathways, let’s bring the party home.
Penn State Professor Thinks That Wars Should Be ‘Fair Fights’
Contrary to the opinions of effeminate leftists, warfare is not supposed to be a fair fight. The objective, is to win.
Americans; A Silly People
As long as the Arabs [or Americans] fight tribe against tribe, so long will they be a little people, a silly people, greedy, barbarous and cruel.” T. E. Lawrence ( Lawrence of Arabia)
Why Do Western Liberals Refuse to See Hamas for What They Are, When the Terrorists Tell Us All About Themselves, Every Day
While the Islamists may lie to people for tactical reasons when it comes to their situation on the ground, they have been very honest about their policies and goals. What I cannot understand is how or why Western liberals just can’t believe them. Hamas has told the world that their goal is to expel all …
Europe’s Coming Jacquerie
When the ruling nobles have abused their privileges too much, failed to protect their peasants, or not allowed them to provide themselves the means to live, the peasants revolt.
PART II: The Age of Presidents and the Holy Grail, 1971-1991
Finding the “arms race” particularly expensive, Russia and the US entered into a period of give and take. And in the spirit of giving, when Nixon made a historic visit to China, the US dropped our objection to China’s presence in the UN, and China appeared on the world stage.
Numeric Cheetah Flips-When Military Analysts Dance to Political Tunes
Deployed as a math geek research analyst in the company of a certain prominent political figure today, I soon learned a bitter truth: numbers don’t lie, but military analysts? Well, they often have to.
January 6th Rear View of 2023
Like the year that followed, 2023 was defined by hefty dose of wokeism, inflation and polarized politics – expect more of the same, if not more, in 2024.
Wondering “Why?” on Tupelo Brake
I don’t talk to myself yet, though I would probably give good advice, but I do think a lot in a day’s time. There’s a big list of “I wonder whys” that never get an answer, because we don’t have a republic anymore.