What we see happening across the nation, in universities, in cities and at private businesses is nothing short of domestic terrorism. Some may say it is protected speech under the first amendment of the Constitution, others call it peaceful protests and when it involved willful and deliberate destruction of private or corporate real or intellectual property I call it domestic terrorism and it must be stopped.
Student organized and led protests are protected under the first amendment so long as the students are citizens of the United States. Foreign students studying in the U.S. with educational visas or even green card residents do not have constitutional protective speech and are subject to having their visas and/or green cards revoked and their being deported when they break U.S. law.
Anyone who organizes or funds terrorist activities in U.S. homeland or territories may fall under the F.B.I. or H.L.S. definitions of Domestic Terrorism and be subject to criminal prosecution for violating federal or state laws.
Agitators in schools of higher education who incite students to raise up and commit acts of violence, trespass private property and imprison students, faculty, or staff do not deserve to be terminated and expelled and in the case of foreign students – deported from the U.S. Individuals who organize, fund and/or promote terrorist activities will be apprehended, prosecuted and when convicted face severe sentences of incarceration.
There is never a “right” reason to do wrong.
It’s been said that criminals really aren’t that smart and since money makes the world go round – one need only follow the money. – RTM
United States Digital Service (USDS) vs Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
In 2011 President Barack Obama addressed getting fraud out of government by creating the United States Digital Service and appointing Vice President Joe Biden as his USDS Czar saying “Joe is the perfect one to head this effort because nobody messes with Joe”. It’s one thing to uncover fraud in government programs and agencies, but it’s quite another after rooting it out, to do something about it.
So what happened?
One would think that two card carrying legal types (lawyers) like Obama and Biden it would be a slam dunk.
So what went wrong?
How is it that in 2025 President Trump on his second term announced the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and appointed someone who actually knew how to root out fraud and run it through the Congressional DOGE Committee in order to codify into law the actions required to rectify and stop the wasteful spending and fraud that had been going on in government for a very long time.
It must be noted that the entire DOGE team is comprised of extremely smart computer programmers using the proper software programs to get the job done, and they are all volunteers!
Now that the deep state is being exposed and their money laundering schemes are being outed it is time for the Department of Justice to begin holding these government fraudsters legally accountable for prosecution.
An even bigger question is what has Congress done all this time?
It is time America has a leaner and more efficient government doing what American voters elected them to do instead of doing to the people what has been done time and time again.
Free money isn’t free at all, it’s money taken from the pockets of taxpaying American citizens! – RTM
You must have heard President Trump say this about the Panama Canal, “We’re going to take it back!”
I heard somewhere that U.S. troops might be going back to Panama, not for an invasion like last time or to pack up and bring back the canal? No but to return as guardians of the canal and the zone around it.
Now French politician Raphael Glucksmann suggests that because Trump’s America no longer expresses the values of the statue, given by France and the US should give it back!
I think that is only fair because after all it’s a couple of hundred years old anyway and it could very easily be dismounted from the pedestal it’s mounted on, placed into one of SpaceX’s very huge rockets and like an ICBM hit the French mainland in possible 5 – 10 minutes (my rough estimate).
What to do about Ellis Island?
Glad you asked, someone could commission a huge golden TRUMP statue with real working elevators to the top section with a snazzy upper class restaurant and to top off this project, Ellis Island could be renamed Trump Island.
That would wrap up another controversy that has been brewing since 2017 – putting Trump on Mount Rushmore. Problem solved.
To seal the deal, President Donald Trump would come out AGAINST the Ellis Island deal and congressional democrats would be compelled to vote FOR IT! – RTM
Based on actions and words it is easy to see how democrats have become disconnected from the ordinary working people they claim to represent. These are not just my words, but why many dyed-in-the-wool lifetime democratic voters are expressing their disapproval of the repetitive and tired tactics of hatred for anything or anyone “Trump”.
What we see on television and on social media are members of congress making spectacles of themselves as they attempt to sing and dance “Trump & Elon” away from the American consciousness and I wonder how that is working out for them?
Across the board Americans don’t want to hear what democrat politicians are against. They want to hear and know what democrat politicians stand for.
All of this political activism might be good for the $40 per hour paid activists, but in the end it amounts to nothing. It doesn’t put beanie-weenies on the table for families across the country.
Democrats have not yet learned what the take aways are from losing the election to Trump. They still talk that Kamala was a good VP and a good candidate and that she might even run again in 2028. They overlook the fact that Kamala wasn’t a good VP or a good candidate with a strong message of hope. Kamala had no message, gave no interviews where she talked one-on-one to the voters of how she was fighting for them.
Nor do democrats see the manner in which the DNC party headquarters made the sudden bait and switch, shutting down the sitting president and substituting the vice president was nothing more than a losing proposition.
So when democrats say they are the party of the working class, why do they gravitate to labor unions instead of the actual labors? Why do they say voters matter, except Trump supporters (they are voters too) and chase away anyone with a differing opinion?
When democrats jump on the women’s rights and pro-abortion bandwagons, they just as eagerly step on the necks of infants in the womb and think nothing of it?
Voters know that nurturing and keeping families safe matter.
Instead of caring about a bloated government full of fraud, democrats rally against everyday Americans who are doing something about stopping government fraud.
Voters want democrats to get on board to support the efforts of DOGE!
Yes democrats talk about the economy, but have let the minority of the party in congress pave the way to shutting down the government because of their hate for Trump. Just look at the way they turned on Chuck Schumer when he voted with republicans to keep the government open. Why are they not working across the aisle to solve the many important issues facing our nation?
If democrats really care about the state of our nation they would be leading the way to make our citizens safe, prosperous and better than ever before, but because that sounds like the republican mantra of Make American Great Again, they are compelled to stand in opposition.
Democrats would stand in the gap for illegal and undocumented alien migrants who have invaded our nation, but wouldn’t cross the street to stand for the very people who voted them into their elected office.
Even as president, Biden claimed he need congress to write legislation in order for him to close the border HE opened wide. Congress failed to do anything except help invite everyone to enter our country without regard to vetting for health or background. It took Trump to verbally order the border closed and follow up with an Executive Order. Problem solved.
As a party, democrats are driving voters away by the hundreds by treating everyone who differs in opinion as the enemy of the state and vilifying those attempting to whittle away the political graft.
Schumer recently said on The View, “House and Senate Democrats are united on one thing, getting Trump.” Voters want to know that that is the “hill” worth dying on.
What is clear, democrats are not fighting for what Americans think is important to them because they keep ignoring what is right in front of their noses.
There are many voices coming out of the Democratic Party, yet not one has risen to the level of leadership to unify the party or the nation.
I fear the end of the Democratic Party is near! – RTM
During my entire lifetime the state of the union has been off kilter. I have often thought that our bloated and unresponsive government needed downsizing, refocusing or a huge do-over. But where do you start, with Congress who make the laws, the President who enforces the laws, or the Supreme Court that weighs the laws against the U.S. Constitution?
Then where do you go?
According to politicians the nation seems to be their personal piggybank to be spent according to the political winds of the day and since many presidents have come out from the halls of congress with an obsession of making their mark on the direction the nation should go. Members of the Supreme Court should be upcoming constitutional judges with a firm grasp on the Constitution.
In a perfect world the government would work like a fine Swiss watch, spending cuts and taxes would enable US citizens to raise their children in perfect peace and safety.
In a perfect world the USA would be a wonderful place with opportunity for all.
Since the founding of our Constitutional-Republic many politicians have tried to tackle the economy, domestic tranquility and national security issues yet have ultimately failed to make significant and lasting progress.
It’s easy to see we’re not in a perfect world.
What America needed was someone with a love for country and a vision for a better tomorrow as well as the knowhow to identify problem areas, formulate solutions and execute needed changes. That someone had to be an agent of change with the backbone and intestinal fortitude to stand firm against resistance to change while being the driving force bringing about necessary changes. The task would require a dedicated team of likeminded individuals willing to put everything on the line, laying aside personal gain for the good of the nation.
Problem identification was paramount.
What is the condition or state of the union? What are some obvious needed changes? How to prevent the continuation of problem areas, actions or individuals? What is the desired direction needed for a national coarse correction? How to gage the progress needed? What would that look like in real time? How to determine and select the right team and set the boundaries of their individual responsibility in order to accomplish the overall objective?
How to communicate to the general public and members of congress the current state, the desired state and the amount of work required to accomplish the needed changes and to know when to declare mission accomplishment? This is a monumental task with overwhelming possibilities and setbacks due to an organized resistance to change by individuals lacking the overall vision. The final and yet most important element in this process is following and conforming to the will of God. Biblically speaking we are told that it is God who sets up and brings down kings and leaders and we are told to pray for them.
It is the responsibility of government to ensure the safety and security of the American people where everyone is free to dream and live their “American Dream”. What is NOT the responsibility of government is the political polarization and infighting that divides Americans by race, creed, national origin, political distinction or sexual orientation in order to obtain a political “victory”.
Not everyone has that vision of a better America ahead or become the catalyst to affect the change needed.
Everyone can be an agent of change provided they put the interests of America ahead of their own personal or financial interests.
Either you are the solution or the problem? You decide…….. – RTM
Have you ever watched geese flying overhead and wondered where they are headed? Some say they are heading south for the winter, while others say north. What determines where they land and for how long? What about their order in the flock? More importantly have you noticed that one side of the wedge seems to have more birds? Why is that?
The antics of congressional democrats look a lot like a flight of geese.
When congress is in session you would think that they are a well-oiled machine, focused and intent on doing what is best for the American people or at least for the constituents who voted them into office.
Sadly that’s not the case at all. Since the “Iron Lady” of the Democratic Party ceased to be Speaker of the House, the party flounders like a fish out of water. Not only have they lost their message, but a credible speaker to convey to the American people why their concerns, desires and wants are important.
When there is no competent leadership, the flock flays this way and that way. At first Democratic voters fail to realize the obvious, that their elected politicians are not looking out for the interests of their constituents, but have become sidetracked nitpicking the other side. They literally can’t see the forest for the tree in their eyes.
When properly used the principles of Saul Alinsky are very effective in casting doubt on the other side, with or without substantial evidence. When no properly used or held onto for too long they only highlight the deficiencies of those holding on to them. In fact Alinsky warned that a negative pushed too far turns into a positive – for the other side.
It seems that congressional democrats are better suited as TikTok stars than as elected officials representing only their own self-interests – name recognition as being anti-Trump and nothing else. Screaming profanities, dancing as geriatric ninja stars or holier than thou know it alls is certainly their cup of tea. Competent public servants – Not so much!
Voters want to know that their elected officials are looking out for their safety; bringing down higher prices (the economy stupid); and pulling the nation together as one people, under God. Voters want to know that THEY ARE IMPORTANT enough to fight for, not anyone from foreign countries who came into this country illegally. Americans want to know that there are two genders and that life begins at conception and EVERYBODY IS IMPORTANT.
Back to that flock in flight, do you know why one side has more birds? It’s because the very last one is a mamma bird – telling the others to GET THE LEAD OUT – WINTERS COMING! – RTM
Let’s say you’re driving on an unfamiliar road or highway and you begin to see signs warning of sharp curves, a lengthy decline in elevation, a blinking yellow light indicating a traffic control devise ahead or the infamous highway speed signs, what do you do? Do you obey the signs or barrel on ahead at full speed ignoring the obvious potential consequences?
World leaders deal with President Trump in exactly the same way. They hear his warnings and they know that he is a leader who says what he means and means what he says. Their choice is to heed the warnings or continue on ahead at full speed and ignore the stated consequences.
Congressional Democrats would do themselves good to follow the principles held by world leaders who heed President Trump’s warnings. Instead what we have seen coming from congressional democrats and a few republicans have been the complete opposite. NY (D) Alexandria Ocasio Cortez voices perfectly the sentiment of congressional democrats by saying, “Trump is a joke. We don’t have to listen to him.” The recent antics of the progressive far left lead us to believe that they would rather be in show business or the entertainment industry. Those insanely stupid TikTok videos appeal to nobody, but make a serious case of why not everyone qualified to become a member of congress should ever go that far.
The U.S. Constitution states clearly the separation of powers between the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches of government. And just a clearly the office of the Executive branch is relegated to the President of the United States.
When Legislators feel they can unconditionally use the Judicial branch to dictate what the President can or cannot do with the Executive branch they are either misinformed, uninformed or fooling themselves.
There is a saying that “Those who can – do; those who can’t – can’t”.
Like a backseat driver the only one that matters when it comes to driving the ship of state is the President of the United States.
The presidential cabinet serves at the pleasure of the President.
When it comes to the safety and welfare of the citizens of the United States it is the responsibility of EVERY ELECTED OFFICIAL – City, State and Federal!
When it comes to determining who will represent the citizens and states it is the responsibility of EVERY REGISTERED VOTER – to elect based on merit at City, State and Federal levels of government.
It is time for every American citizen to insure they have become a registered voter in the city, county and state for which they currently reside and cast their vote for the political candidate that demonstrates the same core values as their constituents.
As a chain is as strong as its weakest link, America is only as strong as the weakest voter.
Peace through strength ensures FREEDOM CONTINUES in our United States. – RTM
Like the Israelites wandering aimlessly in the wilderness the Democratic Party is wandering in uncharted territory with no political message or suitable political messenger.
Not since the rise of John F. Kennedy to the presidency and the words echoing across history all that remains are from his 1961 inaugural address, “Ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.”
Much has happened since the days of JFK America has fought and failed to win wars from Vietnam to Afghanistan, not because our military was unwilling to fight, but because the American people were misinformed and unwilling to stay the course.
In the first 7 months of the Joe Biden administration America abandoned friends and allies and American citizens in the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. Followed by the era of Biden’s open border policy, anti-America economics agenda and what can be termed as the beginnings of the wandering of American politics.
The final year of the Biden presidency saw the irreversible mental decline of the president and the failure of both the Executive and Legislative Branches of government to enact the 25th Amendment designed exclusively for a scenario such as this.
The return of Donald J. Trump to the presidency signaled the return of common sense to America with these words to echo throughout history, “And we will pursue our manifest destiny into the stars, launching American astronauts to plant the Stars and Stripes on the planet Mars.”
Beginning on January 20th, 2025 Donald Trump began draining the deep state, dismantling and slimming down the entrenched “WeBe” federal workforce, seeking out and stopping fraud, waste and abuse and creating a leaner, more efficient federal government under the direction of the newly created “Department of Government Efficiency” and in conjunction with members of congress.
This began a chain-reaction among congressional Democrats that ranged from TDS to EMDS causing a gigantic political meltdown that continues to this day.
Again I asked what have the Democrats become? Having no visionary leadership, no defined message or adequate messenger the Democrats are headed the way of the dinosaur – extinction! Democrats have lost touch with the constituents who elected them, and seem to obsess on Trump Derangement Syndrome which they are powerless to overcome since common sense left the party with the assassination of JFK in 1963. – RTM
Am I the only one who notices that in almost EVERY instance where radicalistic disruptive anti-social tactics are used by the Disruptive Democrats who use them? Don’t believe me – just look around at what’s in the continuous main stream news cycle – Pro-Hamas anti-Israel demonstrators, and Never-Trumpers or Anti-DOGE disrupters and the list goes on and on. Who is organizing, funding and executing these instances of civil-disobedience – democrats “The DDP”.
The DDP rulebook has been played out so often that it’s like reading a bad movie script or a very bad book (if you can stay focused).
The DDP identifies their target – President Trump and by extension Elon Musk and DOGE.
The DDP isolates their target.
The DDP relentlessly attacks their target.
The DDP focuses on others who side with the target.
The DDP assumes that you never fight back. Your biggest weapon is pointing out their hypocrisy.
Counter The DDP rules with these counter rules.
Give the DDP power way beyond what they have – then paint them for what they are un-American, against the working class caring only for the workers unions.
Turn their expertise against them by pointing out hypocrisies and contradictions within their own political party belief system.
Use absurdity to defeat their absurdity. Push them into moral arguments and away from policy arguments. Always bash their political beliefs as violations of the Constitution.
Make them live by the same rules you do.
Ridicule them back by pointing out the one-sidedness of their ridicule and the free pass they give their own side.
Let their tactics blow up in their faces by staying a step ahead and funneling them to a place of hanging themselves with their own rope.
The DDP will never obey rule #4. Use it against them.
Use passive-aggressiveness. Paint the DDP as bullies and thugs, when they recoil take their heads off and say it was self-defense. Let it go to surreal absurdity because people lose interest quick in a catfight.
Let the threat build up to beyond critical mass till it’s too late to back out, then destroy it loudly, publicly, and repeatedly with a pre-planned argument. Don’t be afraid to sow seeds with misinformation that they can turn into readymade fallacies you can destroy.
Fight the DDP to a stalemate. When you have an aggressor that must win, fighting to a stalemate can be a victory. It’s especially effective if their ‘negative’ means denying one of their own ‘social justice’ issues – green energy, illegal migration hurts the poor.
The DDP always forget this rule, and their ‘solutions’ are doomed by their ideology out of the box and never bet beyond the stock, repetitive dogma. Use that congenital defect against them.
Question the DDPs credibility and especially the motivation of their attack and the attacker. Point out any hypocrisies, contradictions, or selective enforcement. Trip them up, and then brand them as illegitimate, intellectually bankrupt, divisive, and hateful.
I watched President Trump’s 3-4-2025 speech to a Joint Session of Congress and the democratic reaction on the floor was so predictable it was pathetic. Instead of representing their constituents by celebrating Trump’s accomplishments over the past 6 weeks, they showed the entire world that they did not have the courage or backbone to stand on their own principles and chose instead to bow to the party “rulers” by sitting silently in their seats, some held pathetic signs and one sacrificial lamb was Representative Al Green of Texas who after interrupting the president was escorted out of the floor of the House and a bit later other democrats walked out wearing protest t-shirts, which was so unprofessional and unpatriotic.
I remember when Representative Joe Wilson of South Carolina called out President Obama with a single word “YOU LIE” and was lambasted, and fined by Speaker Pelosi and forced twice to apologize to Obama.
Believe it or not, the DDP playbook is that of Saul Alinsky’s Rules for Radicals. One rule that the DDP has forgotten is not to drag on too long or people will become bored and lose interest – Russia, Russia, Russia. I think 8+ years is way too long. – RTM
There is way too much attention being spent on anti-aging products that give people a feel good illusion immortality. Young people seem to be obsessed on living forever while older people say no way, not with my body being in the shape it is in. I don’t know where the dividing line is that brings us into our golden years (we’ve got the years and the doctors get our gold).
Recently I received word of the death of a very good friend at a local rehabilitation facility. My wife and I rushed over to provide comfort to those of his family who were grieving his sudden passing.
After the paramedics had departed the staff worked to get his body presentable for family viewing in his room. I was the last person into the room and what I saw was the shell of the man I knew. Without a beating heart pumping blood throughout the body or his lungs filled with air and he breathing the skin was a pale gray. I recall back when I suffered a full on heart attack my skin too was a pale gray and I appeared to be quite older than my then 47 years (I am now 75).
My heart was broken as different loved ones mourned over his passing, grieving for him to come back.
He appeared to be sleeping.
He suffered in life with all the aches and pains of his 80 years. All that is gone now and he’s in a far better place.
So no I personally don’t want to live forever in this temporal body. I know that upon my passing my soul will continue to live forever in the presence of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the many that have preceded me in death I will see once more and for eternity.
Death is not the end, but a doorway of life that begins at conception followed by birth and continues on eternally. – RTM
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