At The American Spectator, George Parry explains that if Joseph diGenova, former U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia and a former legal counsel to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court, is correct about what went on during the Russia-gate surveillance, it could be the worst government scandal in America’s history. He writes (abridged): Now […]
Archives for May 2019
Persian Gulf Tensions as Saudi Tankers Hit by ‘Sabotage’
The Saudis have claimed two tankers in the Persian Gulf were hit by sabotage. AFP reports: Saudi Arabia said Monday two of its oil tankers were damaged in “sabotage attacks” in the Gulf as tensions soared in a region already shaken by a standoff between the United States and Iran. It came as US Secretary […]
Our Country – Divided
Most supporters of Donald Trump did not vote for the president because they thought he had a high personal character. Instead, they thought he had high “political character,” explains Peggy Noonan in the WSJ. “They hired him as an insult to the political class, as a Hail Mary pass—we’ve tried everything else, maybe this will […]
China’s State Directed Economy Has Largely Failed
At The National Interest, Christopher Whalen suggests that a trade war with China is inevitable. He also argues that the “defeat of Hillary Clinton was not only a defeat for the leading Democratic contender for the White House, but also marked the end of the comfortable and very corrupt consensus around supporting “free trade” with […]
How to Prepare Your School Before Tragedy Strikes
Back in February of 2018 I explained some steps parents could use to prepare their children for an emergency at school. Children though, aren’t the only ones who need to be prepared. The entire school system should have some idea of what should be done in an active shooter scenario. To prepare school officials and […]
Avalanche! It Is Astonishing How Your Money will Pile Up
There is little as satisfying as the long-term gratification felt after planning ahead, saving, and reaping the rewards of your efforts. The best way to achieve that euphoria is to harness the power of compound interest by purchasing stocks and bonds that pay you a steady stream of income. Then put that income to use […]
Potential Huge Breakthrough with the Taliban
Negotiations for a cease fire and peace process could be nearing a breakthrough as the U.S., Russia and China are preparing to put pressure on the Taliban to hold direct talks with the sitting Afghan government. Reuters reports (abridged): KABUL (Reuters) – Russia, the United States and China will this week try to press Afghanistan’s […]
What Fear Looks Like in the Liberal Establishment
Attorney General William Barr made real news in his Senate hearing. The press didn’t notice, writes Kimberley A. Strassel in the WSJ. But Democrats did. Do not underestimate how many powerful people in Washington have something to lose from Mr. Barr’s probe. Among them: Former and current leaders of the law-enforcement and intelligence communities. The […]
Your Retirement Life: Choosing Where to Retire: Part III
Some states seem intent on pushing the wealthiest, most productive residents out with bad policies. Lately, Connecticut seems to be the most enthusiastic about encouraging its wealthiest citizens to leave, though Illinois, New York and California don’t fall far behind. Now, in an effort to speed further ahead of the high-taxing competition, Connecticut is once […]
The Vast Extent of the China Threat
The Department of Defense has released an assessment of China’s economic and military capabilities. Front and center in the report is the $50 billion of damage China does to America’s economy each year. Additionally, China is spending ever more on its military. Andrew Erickson reports for The National Interest (abridged): In keeping with the Trump […]
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