The Apple of Don’s Eye, Iceland, I Mean Greenland

Donald Trump embarrassed our nation on the world stage at Davos, threatening and degrading European allies in his quest to “acquire” Greenland, and talking like an 18th century king before an assembly of lesser vassals. But there was some humor too, when he kept talking about the need to acquire Iceland, when he meant Greenland, … Continue reading The Apple of Don’s Eye, Iceland, I Mean Greenland →

Trump and the Rule of Law

The rule of law in America was trashed by the justice system to allow Trump back into power, and now is being trashed by Trump himself on several fronts, to consolidate power in the executive branch, enrich himself and his cronies, and exact revenge on his enemies. Much of America’s success is based on having … Continue reading Trump and the Rule of Law →

Quantico Confessional

Here’s my thoughts on the 30 Sep 2025 commander’s call for senior military leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico. Initially, SECDEF Hegseth called the meeting for himself only to address the military leaders, but when President Trump got wind of it, he naturally inserted himself in as the final speaker, because, you know, Don loves … Continue reading Quantico Confessional →

Authoritarian Trump and the Decline of American Democracy

I asked ChatGPT: What aspects of the current Trump administration are similar to authoritarian regimes around the world and in history? Here's the answer (welcome to the decline of freedom and democracy in America): Here are several key authoritarian-oriented traits and behaviors exhibited by the current Trump administration—and how they echo patterns seen in authoritarian … Continue reading Authoritarian Trump and the Decline of American Democracy →

Birds of a Fascist Feather: Evangelical Movements and Authoritarian Backlash in the US and Brazil

Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who refused to accept his election defeat, stormed Congress, the Supreme Court and the presidential palace in the capital a week after the inauguration of his leftist rival, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in January 2023. Thousands of demonstrators bypassed security barricades, climbed on roofs, smashed windows … Continue reading Birds of a Fascist Feather: Evangelical Movements and Authoritarian Backlash in the US and Brazil →

Oval Office Ambush, Again

"These are all white farmers that are being buried," said Trump, confronting South African President Cyril Ramaphosa during a contentious Oval Office meeting on May 21, 2025.In fact, the picture was pulled from a Reuter's video of war-torn Congo, and published by Reuters on February 3. Look out world leadersIf you’re coming to D.C.Might get … Continue reading Oval Office Ambush, Again →

“Victory Day” for Donald Trump

I agree with David’s Frum’s assessment of Donald’s post:“That post is such a perfect crystallization of the Trump style – bombast and boast, all of it making Trump himself the center of a story that he had nothing whatsoever to do with.” Donald must look with envy at Russia’s Red Square parade held every year, … Continue reading “Victory Day” for Donald Trump →

Donald Trump says, “Fuck the Blue”

Jan 6, 2021. Supporters of President Donald Trump breaking through a police barrier at the Capitol in Washington. I was surprised in 2021 when 24 Republican congressmen, so beholden to their MAGA master and his BIG LIE, would not vote to honor the sacrifices of Capital Police for their heroic actions on Jan 6, 2021 … Continue reading Donald Trump says, “Fuck the Blue” →

American Democracy 2024 – Welcome to the Thunderdome

March 25, 2023 Waco, Texas.Donald Trump holds his hand over his heart as “Justice for All” plays at Waco Regional Airport on Saturday evening, 25 March 2023, In March 2023, Donald Trump kicked off his 2024 Presidential Campaign with a rally in Waco, Texas on the 30th anniversary of the 50-day standoff and bloody siege … Continue reading American Democracy 2024 – Welcome to the Thunderdome →

I’m a Smart Republican

I’m a smart Republican I elected Donald Trump I don’t believe in climate change Donald says it’s bunk Donald wants to build a wall And I’m all in with it One thing this country never needs Is filthy immigrants Donald said the COVID bug Was nothing too severe Just go to work, forget the mask … Continue reading I’m a Smart Republican →