China is in the process of ascending to superpowerdom, displacing America from its perch. And the US Navy is worried that they’ll get away with it without a fight. There have been instances where a dominant power, an empire, yields to another peacefully. The transition from the British Empire to
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Dead Wild Roses: What is to be done? – The de-sovietization of America – William Astore
The conclusion of an essay written by William Astore featured on Tom’s Dispatch. As a member of the minority left, one of the questions frequently asked of us is well then what is your solution to the problems – criticizing is one thing actually putting forward a plan is quite
Continue readingSaskboy's Abandoned Stuff: You Are a Dunce, Go Soak Your Head
Look at which anti-healthcare, and pro-wealthcare GOP politicians participated in preventing their inspiration from having healthcare provided by the state. The Dad Who Inspired the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Can't Afford His Own Treatment https://t.co/MMddEcem5t — Esquire (@esquire) July 8, 2017 — The title is in reference to a Wayne
Continue readingSaskboy's Abandoned Stuff: If You Don’t Laugh, You’ll Be Next
@SteveKopack Nothing about this is funny. Why do these "people" laugh? — Ozzie (@OzziePants777) February 7, 2017
Continue readingThe Political Road Map: 3 Reasons to Not Punch a Nazi
Lately, I have kept my distance from the American election and much of the ongoing affairs in Canadian politics as well. With work being busy and life equally as busy, it has been hard to follow every aspect of current political affairs, while dedicating the sufficient time needed to complete
Continue readingThe Political Road Map: 3 Reasons to Not Punch a Nazi
Lately, I have kept my distance from the American election and much of the ongoing affairs in Canadian politics as well. With work being busy and life equally as busy, it has been hard to follow every aspect of current political affairs, while dedicating the sufficient time needed to complete
Continue readingViews from the Beltline: Inauguration Day—from class to crass
I have differed with Barack Obama on various issues during his presidency, but on one point I hold no reservations: he is the classiest U.S. president in my lifetime. A man of intelligence and eloquence, he displayed a combination of grace and dignity that honoured his office. And now he
Continue readingViews from the Beltline: Inauguration Day—from class to crass
I have differed with Barack Obama on various issues during his presidency, but on one point I hold no reservations: he is the classiest U.S. president in my lifetime. A man of intelligence and eloquence, he displayed a combination of grace and dignity that honoured his office. And now he
Continue readingEh Types: The Promise of Prime Ministers and Presidents
When President Obama looks across the table at his guest of honour this evening, one wonders if his lamb may be complemented by a taste of envy. Both he and Prime Minister Trudeau will enjoy what will certainly be an exquisite meal. Like the campaigns …
Continue readingEh Types: How Trump Can Save the GOP
Today voters in four states vote in their respective Presidential contests. If polls are right Republican front runner Donald Trump is expected to win Michigan, the largest state in play today. This to to the ongoing horror of establishment Republica…
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Alltop prefers roast opossum. Original photo by Doug Brown via Flickr.
Continue readingLeft Over: Don’t Send Us your Tired and Poor….
More than 30 U.S. states refusing Syrian refugees on ‘shaky legal ground’ In wake of Paris attacks, governors of at least 31 U.S. states announce plans to bar Syrian refugees By Matt Kwong, CBC News Posted: Nov 18, 2015 3:02 PM … Continue reading →
Continue readingThe Political Road Map: Buying a Gun
Right about now in America, a gun store owner is unlocking his door, a hot coffee sits by his cash as he begins a new day. Not to long after, customers will begin pouring in to look at and begin the process of purchasing a gun. No doubt that some
Continue readingThe Political Road Map: Buying a Gun
Right about now in America, a gun store owner is unlocking his door, a hot coffee sits by his cash as he begins a new day. Not to long after, customers will begin pouring in to look at and begin the process of purchasing a gun. No doubt that some
Continue readingThe Political Road Map: Buying a Gun
Right about now in America, a gun store owner is unlocking his door, a hot coffee sits by his cash as he begins a new day. Not to long after, customers will begin pouring in to look at and begin the process of purchasing a gun. No doubt that …
Continue readingDead Wild Roses: Be Wary of “Liberal” Policies – The Unerring March of Corporatism
Well we can’t be posting sunshine everyday here at DWR. A small reminder of what the people of our nations are up against. From the essay titled Revolution and American Empire by Rob Urie. “Liberal economists have ‘fought the good fight’ for nominally populist economic programs for the last
Continue readingThe Disaffected Lib: Did Bibi Spy on Barack? Easy Answer? Of Course.
Israel has never been reluctant to spy on its global benefactor, the United States. Now Washington is accusing Israel of having spied on American negotiations with Iran for a nuclear enrichment treaty. The apparent decision by the White House to leak the allegations is the latest symptom of the growing
Continue readingThe Disaffected Lib: Ditto What Australia Said. America Can Be a "Dangerous Ally"
Former Australian prime minister (1975-83), Malcolm Fraser, fears his country’s dependence on the United States could drag Australia into a war not of its own choosing, a war with China. In Fraser’s book, he describes how Australia’s blind faith in the UK before World War II left the country unprepared
Continue readingEclectic Lip: …on the Entrepreneurial State
With the next Canadian federal election less than a year away – and undesirables like Wayne Gretzky soon to be purged from the voter lists – I’ve been getting a lot more fundraising emails lately. As of mid-December I’d received nineteen in eighteen days. It was like a Christmas advent
Continue readingThe Disaffected Lib: In Drought News
Central America continues to reel under severe, multi-year drought. Guatemala has declared a state of emergency in 16 of the country’s 22-provinces. Experts believe the impact on agriculture could soon leave hundreds of thousands of families without food. As America’s west coast and southwest continue to be plagued by drought,
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