To go to war with Iran without Congressional approval is not only unconstitutional—it’s a direct violation of both U.S. and international law. Yet that’s exactly what has occurred. Under President Trump’s direction, the United States has entered a dangerous and destabilizing conflict that was not only preventable, but entirely manufactured by his administration’s failed diplomacy […]
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Unauthorized and Unraveled: Trump’s Reckless War with Iran Has Unleashed Global Peril
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Basic Economics: Taxes Hurt Everyone—And So Do Nationalism, Protectionism, Populism, and Anti-Immigration Policies
by Daniel Brouse June 21, 2025 In today’s political climate, economic debates are increasingly dominated by short-term wins, emotional appeals, and zero-sum thinking. But from the standpoint of fundamental economic principles, many widely supported policies—such as high taxation, nationalism, protectionism, populism, and anti-immigration sentiment—have long-term consequences that ultimately harm everyone, regardless of class or ideology. […]
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Debunking Social Security Myths: Who Pays In, Who Benefits, and What the Future Holds
by Daniel Brouse June 20, 2025 It’s that time of year again when misinformation about Social Security starts circulating widely. Many people are posting false or misleading claims—especially regarding wealth inequality and the program’s long-term sustainability. The truth is that higher-income individuals typically receive less in benefits relative to what they pay into the system, […]
COVID’s Lasting Toll: The Chronic Health Crisis President Trump’s Anti-Science Agenda Ignored
by Daniel Brouse June 19, 2025 Do not let the current anti-science administration mislead you about President Donald Trump’s catastrophic handling of the COVID-19 pandemic—both during the initial outbreak and in the years that followed. His continued denial of scientific evidence, public health expertise, and global medical consensus has contributed to hundreds of thousands of […]
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Trump’s Complicity in Global War Crimes: Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran
Introduction Despite branding himself as a “man of peace,” President Donald Trump’s actions during the first five months of his second term have contributed to a disturbing escalation of global conflict. From enabling brutal regimes to undermining international law, Trump’s role in supporting war crimes across multiple regions—Ukraine, Gaza, and Iran—marks one of the most […]
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Profit Over Patriotism: How Trump’s Second Term Blurred the Line Between Presidency and Personal Gain
Donald Trump’s second term in office marked a sharp escalation in the merger of political power and personal profit. From crypto schemes and cell service ventures to corporate-sponsored parades and questionable foreign deals, Trump turned the presidency into a revenue-generating enterprise, prioritizing his brand and wallet over democratic norms and military integrity. 1. Trump Meme […]
VA Policy Shift Enables VA Doctors to Refuse Care to Democrats and Hire by Politics
A recently revealed rule change at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has sparked intense alarm, as the agency’s hospital bylaws have been revised to allow medical staff to refuse treatment to veterans based on political affiliation or marital status, and even hire or fire employees for the same reasons. Critics are sounding the alarm […]
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Parade of Profit: How Trump Turned Military Sacrifice into Corporate Spectacle
In what was billed as a celebration of patriotism and military might, President Trump’s latest parade in Washington, D.C., instead unveiled a troubling trifecta of commercialization, exploitation, and authoritarian glorification. Even more disturbingly than the rain-soaked soldiers forced to march for optics, the stage itself was plastered with corporate sponsorships—from Coinbase and Palantir to Lockheed […]
“It Ain’t Me”: Trump’s Military Parade Backfires Amid Global Criticism and Domestic Protest
In a stunning series of events, President Donald Trump’s long-anticipated military parade proved to be an embarrassing misfire—both symbolically and politically. Despite the millions of taxpayer dollars spent on tanks, flyovers, and carefully choreographed pageantry, the turnout was underwhelming. According to multiple international news sources, only several thousand attendees appeared, leaving large swaths of the […]
The Math Behind Sequential Tariffs
by Daniel Brouse June 11, 2025 The math of sequential tariffs is both interesting and economically significant. The complexity adds to business uncertainty. For instance, to calculate the total duties on Chinese steel imports — subject to a combined 132.5% tariff rate — you can break it down like this: Starting Point: A $100 shipment […]