Skip navigation

Dog Whistles


“Late Term Abortion”

The Washington Post points out there is no precise medical or legal definition of “late-term,” and “many doctors and scientists avoid that language, calling it imprecise and misleading.”

The Daily Beast also notes that only 1.3 percent of abortions are performed after 21 weeks of gestation, and the idea that a woman can get an abortion moments before giving birth is “not how medical care works.”

The use of “dog whistles” aka “coded” labels has been common for many years but until recently has been out of the mainstream of conversation. The current administration aided by a neer do well Congress has brought these “coded” statements and words to common use. Along with this common usage the administration has trashed agreements put in place to prevent war and improve trade. Tariffs (taxes) put in place to offset the “tax” policy that was supposed to benefit everyday Americans and threats to bad actors who were in a state of containment with the approval of our now alienated allies. The administration has in a few years undermined our economy, foreign affairs and put us on an isolation footing all because of “dog whistles”.

btn_donateCC_LG

Please Donate

 

Trump accuses newspaper of ‘treason’ after it questioned what the Iran war had actually achieved


Joe Sommerlad

Mon, June 22, 2026 at 3:54 AM CDT

Donald Trump has again lashed out over negative press coverage of his war with Iran, singling out The New York Times for criticism after it asked what the conflict had actually achieved.

“The way the Corrupt and Failing New York Times is covering stories on a very battered and beat up Iran, through FAKE & MADE UP ‘FACTS’ is, in my opinion, ‘TREASONOUS,'” the president wrote on his Truth Social platform late Sunday.

“I will be adding all of their false and ridiculous reporting to my multi Billion Dollar lawsuit against them. They are Criminals!”

Shortly beforehand, he had vented his fury on the same subject in another post that read: “The headline in the Corrupt and Failing New York Times: ‘What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much.’ REALLY?

“Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE, their top two sets of Leaders are GONE, their Inflation is at 250%, their Economy is BROKEN, their Soldiers aren’t being paid, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN, THE OIL IS GUSHING, and the U.S. Stock Market and Jobs are at record HIGHS.

President Donald Trump has again lashed out at The New York Times, calling the newspaper’s reporting on the Iran conflict ‘false and ridiculous’ and its staff ‘criminals’ (Reuters)

President Donald Trump has again lashed out at The New York Times, calling the newspaper’s reporting on the Iran conflict ‘false and ridiculous’ and its staff ‘criminals’ (Reuters)

“That’s what’s CHANGED, you corrupt and unethical cowards, and MORE!!!”

Opinion: The Trumpelstilskin methodology, sue, get issues into the judicial system where it will take time (a long time) to adjudicate. This ties up court time with frivolous lawsuits while keeping the issue in the public space. All the while normal life contracts along with the business sector. MA

Trumpelstilskin, the Grifter Grifts Himself Daily.


The  “Pseudo Midas Touch” is tarnishing by the day. The projects started and unfinished are in reality the M.O. of the Trumpel’s life’s work. Grifters never have any ready cash except when elected president of a rich country. Fortunately and unfortunately the truth is evident in the country’s dignity, the national pride and international prestige. The incompetence of this Presidiot is on display around the world and especially by his heroes in Russia, China and other dictatorial countries. His international persona is that of a “useful” idiot (aka Bumbling) who trips on his own shoelaces.

Is Congress Asleep at the Wheel or Just Afraid?


joseph Gedeon in Washington

Thu, June 18, 2026 at 10:36 AM CDT

3 min read

Donald Trump’s administration has quietly redirected $352m in federal funds designated for the Secret Service toward the president’s controversial White House ballroom project, despite repeated promises by Trump that the construction would be financed by private donations

The funds were drawn from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, Trump’s signature tax legislation passed last summer on Republican-only votes. The law stipulates the money may only be spent on Secret Service personnel, training facilities, technology and related costs, not construction.

About $340.8m of the funding was placed into an account labeled “Procurement, Construction, and Improvements” on 12 June, according to the office of management and budget (OMB) database. Another account labeled “Operations and Support” was also approved the same day, adding another $10.75m to the budget.

The Believable Unbelievable!


Over the past several days, I looked at as little news about our Presidot and his minions as I could. I have concluded that Dumnald has told us time and again that he was going to steal from us. Looking back at the uproar created by Watergate and subsequent resignation of the VP Anew first, Then President (Richard M) who declared “I am not a crook!”. It was clear that after being in office he covertly (and overtly in some cases) committed financial crimes, while doing the nation’s business moderately (China Initiative was part of doing business). Watergate was the end and lingered for a while. Now DJT said many times if we did not vote for him, we wouldn’t have a country except he said it backwards, we almost don’t have a country now. We are involved in an unwarranted war, inflation is high, tariffs have crippled our economy, his family and friends have enlarged their fortunes due to his overt actions though “presidential orders”. 

 The cost to the voters (red and blue) is crushing in some cases. All the while the GOP Congress does nothing and defends his negative actions against their supporters as necessary. Underneath all of this Presidiot continues to blame Democrats for all failures. The current administration is politically and morally corrupt and beholding to a gold blinded, self-serving child.

The suspect proved to be unreliable!


Trumpelstilskin’s latest scam inviting the participation of all of the states in a 250th anniversary fete in Washington D.C., some have agreed others have not and will not participate. Each day the “sad” clown thinks of ways to fool the voters with a new scam. We have the renaming of buildings, the tariff scheme, the immigration ruses, the massive pardons, etc. This may become a template on how not to govern from Washington. It is unfortunate that so many currently serving legislators are kneeling before a “needy” leader with a poor track record in business and finance (all of his failures are projected as triumphs on the surface) yet he is still hawking Trump branded merchandise much like a carnival barker. America we are being and have been scammed!

Screwworm: alternate Name for This Administration?


The daily output politispeak and Trumpspeak is as ubiquitous as garbage pickup day. Most of what we see hear and read should be on the curb with the black bags and rolling bins. Clean slate required to upgrade our government. All of our hard earned international political capital is being spent on the personal ambitions of a few self-serving petty leaders who have no idea on how to run a country aka hire smart people who know the business!

Definition of Fascism vs. Social Democracy


The Difference made me curious, are we either of these or something else.? MA

Fascism is a far-right, authoritarian political ideology that emphasizes nationalism, militarism, and the supremacy of the state over individual rights. It emerged in the early 20th century, notably in Italy under Benito Mussolini, and is characterized by:

  • Authoritarian, centralized government with suppression of political opposition and dissent.
  • Nationalist ideology that often promotes exclusionary or exclusionist policies toward minorities.
  • Corporatist economic model where the state coordinates labor and capital, often suppressing unions.
  • Militarization and glorification of military strength.
  • Suppression of civil liberties in favor of collective identity and state control thisvsthat.io+1.

Social Democracy is a center-left political ideology that supports democratic governance, social welfare, and equality. It developed in the late 19th century in response to industrialization and inequality, and is marked by:

  • Democratic institutions with protections for individual rights and freedoms.
  • Mixed economy with government regulation to ensure social welfare, economic stability, and fairness.
  • Progressive taxation and public investment in healthcare, education, and social security.
  • Commitment to social justice and inclusivity, often advocating for progressive values and anti-discrimination policies thisvsthat.io+1.

Key differences:

  • Governance: Fascism is totalitarian and authoritarian; Social Democracy is democratic and participatory.
  • Economy: Fascism centralizes economic control; Social Democracy blends market economy with state intervention for welfare.
  • Individual vs. Collective: Fascism prioritizes collective identity over individual rights; Social Democracy protects individual freedoms while promoting equality.
  • Social policy: Fascism often promotes traditional values and exclusion; Social Democracy emphasizes inclusivity and progressive social reforms thisvsthat.io+1.

In short, Fascism seeks to unify society under a single, authoritarian state with suppressed dissent, while Social Democracy seeks to strengthen democracy and protect rights through social welfare and inclusive policies.

Socialism: a political and economic theory of social organization which advocates that the means of production, distribution, and exchange should be owned or regulated by the community as a whole:

Populism: a political approach that strives to appeal to ordinary people who feel that their concerns are disregarded by established elite groups

Social Democracy: a system of liberal democracy that incorporates a commitment to social reform and social justice.

Fascist:an advocate or follower of the right-wing political philosophy or system of fascism

Donald Trump’s measly payout to families as he digs up graves for golf course laid bare!


Story by Christopher Luu • 3h • 2 min read Irish Star

President Donald Trump’s golf empire is expanding — at the expense of families having to move their loved ones’ remains. The Trump Organization’s latest golf project is set to cost $1.5 billion and is forcing communities in the Chau Ninh commune of the Hung Yen province near Hanoi to figure out how to remove remains from a local cemetery ahead of construction.

The Financial Times reports that some graves in the cemetery are now marked with large Xs, indicating that families have already removed the remains. The area is largely an agricultural community, and locals are being compensated with $2,660 payments. The resort is set to span 2,446 acres and displace 4,000 households.

“It’s painful,” Hoang Do, 72, told the Financial Times of the payment, which is equivalent to 70 million dong. “I’m outraged by the compensation price.” This comes as Trump took issue with one of JD Vance’s traits as 2028 doubts emerge.

“The grave of my great-grandparents has been there since 1967, before the establishment of this country [after the Vietnam War], so why should I move them?” another local, 50-year-old Hoang Anh Xa, shared. Hoang added that they have five family members in the graveyard that will have to be moved.

In addition to moving their family members to other facilities, Xa noted that the golf course will cause harm to the local community: “I won’t be able to find another job. We do not oppose the policy of the Party and the government. We just ask for one thing only, the land price has to be [higher].”

When the project was announced last year, Reuters reported that “farmers were being offered as little as $12 for 10 square feet of land.” Some residents were being offered even less, with one woman sharing that she was being offered the equivalent of $3,200 and rice in exchange for selling her farm.

Trump’s son, Eric, called the new resort “the envy of all of Asia and of the entire world.” During a trip to Vietnam in 2025, a joint statement between the Trump Organization and real estate firm Kinhbac City shared that they “will focus on developing 5-star hotels, championship-style golf courses, and luxurious residential estates and unparalleled amenities in Vietnam.”

Visit Irish Star

Podcast Episode: Red States, Blue States All Victims of trumpelstilskin!


Pip: Michael1942's Blog has a message for anyone still sorting themselves into the red pile or the blue pile: stop it.

Mara: That's the territory today — how the red-state, blue-state divide functions as a tool of manipulation, and what michael1942 argues we should be doing instead.

Pip: Let's get into it.

Red States, Blue States: We're All Getting Played

Pip: The argument here is that partisan labels aren't just imprecise — they're actively useful to the people doing the damage. The question the post puts on the table is: who actually benefits from the divide?

Mara: The post is direct about it. The setup is that these are political labels designed to split voters into manipulable camps, and then comes the line that lands hardest: "we have met the enemy and the enemy is us."

Pip: That's the Pogo quote, and it hits differently in this context. The upshot is that by staying sorted into parties, voters are doing the work of division for the people in power — no extra effort required on their end.

Mara: The post makes a specific structural point worth sitting with. The corruption isn't framed as a party problem — it's framed as a vulnerability problem. The argument is that Trumpel, as the post names him, would have bent whichever party gave him the opening. The GOP was the one that did.

Pip: So the party label is almost incidental. The mechanism is the same regardless of the jersey.

Mara: Right, and that's where the post pivots to something concrete. It calls for looking carefully at your representative — individual accountability over party loyalty. The framing is that the war is now between the administration and everyone else, with voters as the ones absorbing the losses.

Pip: Which makes "forget the party, watch the person" less of a bumper sticker and more of a survival strategy.

Mara: The post closes by naming this a civil war — not metaphorically decorative, but as a call to reengage with Congress and the executive branch directly. The arena is the government itself.

Pip: The diagnosis is bleak but the prescription is at least actionable — show up, pay attention, hold the individual to account.

Mara: The core idea here is that the labels are the trap, and the exit is individual scrutiny over tribal loyalty.

Pip: More of that scrutiny next time — keep watching.

Red States, Blue States All Victims of trumpelstilskin!


One of the current tropes is what’s a red state and what’s a blue state. These are political labels to divide us (voters) into camps that can be manipulated. The reality is that any and all evils committed by this administration especially, hits us all. Solution: forget parties and look carefully at your representative. Trumpel has corrupted the GOP and would have corrupted the Dem’s had he taken that stance. At this time Trumpel has trampled the GOP and is at war with the Dems while we are the losers. Simply put “we have met the enemy and the enemy is us”! It is time to reengage in this “civil war” with the Congress and the Executive office aka Government.