It’s a puzzle, isn’t it?  If I tend to repeat things, please take my advanced age into account.  Several things concern me and I will attempt to elaborate.

First, 2026 will be the 250^th Anniversary of this great country and I wonder what the Founders would be thinking.  We have a university president who can’t decide which pocket to put her keys in and her annual salary s  is seven and a half times  that of the president of the United States!  We have individuals coaching college sports making millions and, as I understand it, student players also making enormous salaries.  I thought they were there to get a degree is dishwasher repair.

Of great concern to me is the collapse of retail businesses.  Giants like Sears and J.C. Penney’s are closing stores by the hundreds, apparently unable to compete with on-line entities such as Amazon.  The same holds true for shopping malls which once flourished.  Not only did people shop; they gathered to communicate and be entertained.  And car dealerships are also in trouble.  Nobody’s buying.  Recently, the Nebraska town of Lexington was devastated with the closing of the Tyson plant which employed over four thousand residents.

Crime is an extreme concern, especially when perpetrated by juveniles.  I recently read about a thirteen-year-old with eleven felony arrests!  As I’ve indicated previously, AI is a leading cause of juvenile criminal activity; however all crime is at its pinnacle.  Another cause is the previous administration’s open-door policy along with an ultra-liberal judicial philosophy which abhors locking criminals up.

Another concern is the lame stream media.  The concept of “news” is struggling if not dying.  For years I have switched on the news while eating breakfast.  I still do, but usually turn it off much sooner.  I’m not hearing news; I’m hearing opinion along with five minutes of commercials for every four minutes of “news”.  Vanity Fair is far from “fair” as the recent interview with Susie Wiles would indicate.

There are some positive indicators for the coming year, however.  A recent report indicated that the approval rating for the Democrat Party has dropped over seventy percent!  And that’s the Democrat’s opinion.  The recent government shutdown awakened many.  And  mid-terms could be very interesting, especially if people begin feeling the effect of Trump’s tax breaks and economics upturn.

The situation in the Gulf is concerning.  I’m hoping that it doesn’t escalate into a worldwide conflict.  Hegseth is receiving a great deal of heat over his leadership of the War Department and I totally approve what he is doing.  However, conflict is always worrisome.

And I don’t believe Jeffrey Epstein is going to disappear in 2026.  It seems as though new files are being released almost daily as the left desperately searches for any connection to Trump.  As I’ve mentioned previously, if there was any real dirt on the president, the Biden Administration would have released it eons ago.  While Epstein is best known for his “island escapades”, he was also a successful businessman who had dealings with numerous wealthy individuals on a legitimate level.  The individual currently receiving the most public attention is former president Bill Clinton, seen in photos swimming with numerous females.

One thing which would be nice to see is a health care program totally disconnected from federal authority.  The non-Affordable Health Care Act has been a total disaster and the left will likely create another shutdown at the end of January in an effort to replenish it.  Citizens  should be allowed to obtain health coverage based upon their specific needs.

And wouldn’t it be wonderful to curb needless violence?  I recently read an article about a forty-two-year-old mother who murdered her nine-year-old daughter by shooting her in her head and then attempting to conceal the crime!  We’ve become immune to such activity, unfortunately.

This may well be my last blog of the year.  I wish I could say that composing it has been all pleasure; however, much has been distressing.  I hope your  New Year is a pleasant one.

Paco       

As most of you are aware, the reason for the recent government shutdown occurred primarily because the GOP resisted efforts by the left to add billions to the Unaffordable Care Act, probably one of the most corrupt efforts ever made in Swamp Central.  A recent investigation revealed that twenty-four totally bogus applications made by government investigators were made to Obamacare.  In some cases, social security numbers were intentionally left out or bogus numbers listed.  Get this: twenty-three of the twenty-four applications were approved!

While Barack has remained relatively silent, Michelle has become amazingly vocal, appearing on numerous podcasts flouting her new slim physique and uninteresting dialogue.  As I understand it, both have declined to appear before congressional committees to testify regarding the so-called Russia Gate fiasco.  They are among many.

Speaking of fiascos, My concerns regarding the Brown University killings are mounting.  A man walks into a classroom and kills two students and injures several others and then walks leisurely out of the building?  I’m sorry, but as an old ex-cop I’m smelling either incompetence or a possible coverup.  Emergency sirens didn’t sound and cameras, if available, weren’t operating?  A possible suspect is located and then quietly released?  Now, emails of a prominent leftist student (?) are being deleted and FBI offers to assist in the investigation are declined?  Hmmm . . .

Trump’s armada blockage of Venezuela is certainly getting a great deal of attention.  Leftists are screaming bloody murder, of course.  What isn’t common knowledge is the fact that the country’s oil reserves were developed by American companies and then stolen by its dictators.  Reserves are then sold to China and other enemies of the United States which depend greatly on them.  They also finance a thriving drug business which kills thousands of Americans every year.

Trump is also catching heat on the possibility of a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstien’s co-defendant, who is serving a twenty-year prison sentence for multiple offenses.  She is presently at a prison camp in Texas, when many think she should be serving her time in an actual prison.  I happen to agree; however, Donald Trump is going to be Donald Trump.  This is borne out by his comments regarding Rob Reiner shortly after his death.  In life, Reiner was an extreme anti-Trumper who openly hated the president; still, Trump could have been kinder.  As I compose this, son Nick has been charged in both murders.

Also, Susie Wiles, Trump’s chief-of-staff is catching heat for an interview she had with Vanity Fair where she allegedly commented negatively on several of Trump’s Cabinet members.  One regarded the president of having the personality of an alcoholic.  As most of you know, Trump does not consume alcohol.  Wiles has expressed anger, indicating that many of the comments were taken out of context and her relationship with the president has remained strong.

I can’t begin to understand why she sat down numerous times with Vanity Fair, of all entities!  As I’m sure you will agree, “news” is a misnomer with several outlets at this time.  As I’ve indicated previously, Walter Cronkite would be shaking his head in indignation.   

I watched the president’s speech last evening with a great deal of interest.  His accomplishments are staggering and I cannot comprehend the hatred the opposition holds for him.  The mess he inherited in both administrations, especially the second, are beyond comprehension.  His offer to provide a significant cash bonus to military members was especially memorable.  I have absolutely no doubt that he will be remembered historically as one of our greatest presidents.

Well, 2026 is just days away and I wonder what it will bring.  My eighty-eighth birthday next month for one.  The lead-up to the midterms will certainly be something to watch very closely.  And a return to sanity in law enforcement.  I recently read where Fairfax County recently released an individual who was under ICE detainment.  He promptly went out and committed another murder!  You just can’t make this stuff up!

Paco

I’m devastated!  I had completed my newest masterpiece and was in the process of posting it when I accidentally deleted four hours of effort!  It had to do with the importance of such topics as assimilation and control and I was very proud of it.  I’m thinking of removing the “delete” button from my keyboard.

The insanity in The Swamp continues unabashed.  By “Swamp”, I’m referring to that ship of fools floating in the Capitol.  If term limits were justified anywhere it would be in our Congress.  Don’t purchase a home anywhere in the DC area; you won’t be here that long! 

As I’m sure you are aware, I left the Republican Party several years ago when it ceased to represent its members.  As I compose this, GOP members are siding with the Dumocrats by supporting the so-called  Senate blue slip tradition which denies the appointment of judicial individuals by the president.  Consequently, we have liberal judicial policies.

Much ado about redistricting also, which conjures up a phenomenon called gerrymandering.  Gerrymandering involves rigging election districts to the advantage of one political party.  This occurs after each national census and is prominent in several states.  Obviously, the majority of the houses of Congress determines which political agenda will prevail.  In Indiana, Republican state senators voted with Democrats to reject redistricting which would have favored it’s party!  Still wondering why I abandoned Trump’s party?

Another questionable entity is the non-governmental organization (NGO).  NGO’s operate outside the government and are not subject to its control while often obtaining funds from the government.  Currently, the Taliban is allegedly receiving forty million dollars a week from our government via an NGO!  This is interesting considering that Washington lists the Taliban as a terrorist organization.  Where are you, Convention of States?

On to a much more serious matter:  The numbers 764 sound relatively bland, don’t they?  Nothing could be farther from the truth.  In 2021, a fifteen-year-old high school dropout by the name of Bradley Chance Cadenhead created a “chat site” designed to target children between the ages of seven and seventeen.  He named the site after the first three zip code digits of the town in Texas where he lived.  The sole purpose of 764 was to convince his young audience to engage in forbidden activity which could then be used as blackmail to perform more egregious acts.  Killing pets and sexual activity are examples.  He is currently serving an eighty-year sentence; however, the concept has exploded and is running rampant around the world under various titles.

Parents of children with no prior behavioral issues were stunned to learn that their child had committed an  atrocious criminal or amoral act and then found out that said child was a member of 764 or similar site.  They had possibly witnessed recent behavioral  changes and written them off as puberty-related.  They were unaware of the access their child had via the “smartphone” they had given as a gift.  “Either you do what we want or we will publish those naked pictures you took for us in the Internet.!” can be a powerful incentive.  Childhood suicides have been tied to this activity.

And violence erupted again while I wrote.  Two students were killed and nine injured in a shooting at Brown University over the weekend.  Over forty rounds were fired.  And dozens were killed and injured at a Hanukkah observance in Australia.  And get this: Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered and son Nick arrested!

Finally, I’ve just learned that a homeowner in Atlanta has been criminally charged for shooting two teenaged porch pirates who were attempting to steal packages on his property.  Neither teen was seriously hurt.  He has been charged with two counts of aggravated assault and possessing a firearm during the commission of a felony!  This for protecting his property.  Five will get you ten that, if possible, a check of the teens’ criminal records would reveal numerous criminal activity.  Will sanity ever return?

Paco

A swamp is defined as: an area of low-lying ground where debris is waterlogged and trash collects.  Nothing could better describe 1^st Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20004.  Unfortunately, it isn’t the only political swamp existing in this country.  In fact, they are too numerous to mention.

One of the greatest swamps geographically is our country’s largest city.  Recently, Charles Foehner, a senior citizen, was sentenced to four years behind bars, not  for killing an armed man who was attempting to rob him with what he thought was a knife, but for “possession of an unlicensed  weapon!  You see, that city determines who may own a lethal weapon and where it can be carried.  Despite the Second Amendment to our Constitution, swamp creatures in New York City prohibit it!  What is interesting is the fact that Queens prosecutors declined to prosecute Foehner for the actual killing!

Why are these swamps thriving?  I believe that swamps accumulate creatures which survive there.  What is frightening is that they are thriving, thanks to the immigration policies of the previous administration.  The State of Minnesota is a classic example.  Back in the days of sanity, immigrants coming to America did so by adopting  our national culture.  Culture is what defines society. 

Today’s immigrants are bringing their culture with them and expecting our citizens to not only accept it, but to respect it and obey it; hence, much of the violence they tolerated at home they’ve brought with them here!  The attack on the National Guard soldiers is a classic example.  Most of the gun violence we are witnessing on our streets comes from other cultures.  Thank you, Jerky Joe!

Those who tolerate violence perpetrated by foreign culture are more than likely benefitting from it.  The governor of Minnesota comes to mind, but there are numerous others.  Allegedly, more than a billion dollars of Minnesota taxpayer dollars have found their way to Somalia where it is employed by tribal gangs to control that government. Both Governor Walz and his Attorney General Keigh Ellison will be facing federal investigations in the near future according to news reports.  Fifty percent of that loot is allegedly fraud.

I have absolutely no doubt that a significant majority of mass shootings we read about in the news involve illegal immigration.  These types of events were extremely rare prior to the disastrous policies of the two previous Democrat administrations.  One that particularly upset me involved a child’s birthday party where small children were among those killed.  At the time of my reading, a motive was unknown.

The Caribbean activity has certainly made Pete Hegseth Public Enemy Number Two.  Personally, I believe that Public Enemy Number One could have made a better choice for that position.  Hegseth carries a lot of personal baggage and is not particularly likeable.  While I do not personally approve of destroying vessels in international waters, Hegseth is simply following orders.  I’ve mentioned the importance of that in previous correspondence.

Much ado about nothing:  Apparently the January 6^th pipe bomber has been identified and arrested; a young man with autism.  It seems sort of anti-climatic after five years of hoopla.  I guess we’ll just have to wait and see what develops.

And the Tennessee special election turned out to be a winner for the GOP.  The Democrat nominee, Afton Behn, a real nutcase, still managed to grab a good percentage of the vote despite her hatred for Nashville, country music and babies.

And Ilhan Omar, the Minnesota Congressional delegate, is defending Governor Tampon over claims of corruption stating that Somalis have done so much for Minnesota and America.  She fails to itemize the good done and ignores the fact that billions of Minnesota’s taxpayer dollars are flowing to her home country to support criminal activity there.  Incidentally, this is the individual who married her brother to get him into the country and is now married to a millionaire and is a millionaire herself, all the while covering her head and claiming to represent the poor and mistreated.

Incidentally, if consummated, wouldn’t the marriage to her brother be . . .incest?

Paco

I know I mentioned this in my previous blog; however, I can’t seem to let it go.  The more I think about it the angrier I become.  I’m referring, of course, to Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, a former astronaut and naval officer who, just recently joined a group of leftist idiots requesting that uniformed personnel refuse to obey orders they feel are illegal from the Trump Administration!  A boogar in the nose of society!

After wearing various uniforms for several years, I am acutely aware of the necessity of obeying orders given by a superior and I cannot comprehend doing otherwise.  The obvious question, of course: Who determines the legality of any order given?   Based upon that ludicrous concept, brother Marc Kelly could have determined that orders sending him to Vietnam were not legal and simply gone home.  Yeah; right!  Seriously, I wonder how Naval Captain Mark Kelly would have reacted if a subordinate had refused to comply with one of his orders?  It is my understanding that he may be facing a court martial under the Uniform Code of Military Justice even though he is officially retired.  Could we be so lucky?

Of course, the present-day military is far different from that in which my brother and I served.  Thankfully, Secretary Pete Hegseth is making every effort to return it to its revered past.  DEI is dying a gruesome death.  No longer are active military personnel being relieved from active duty for refusing to take a COVID shot or allowed leave to receive gender-related surgery.  Still, a lawful order must be unquestionably followed.  Subordinates cannot choose to obey based upon personal opinion.

In other rather expected news, a leftist judge in Virginia dismissed charges against both James Comey and Leticia James based upon a technically.  As I indicated, I’m not the least bit surprised.  The dismissals were without prejudice which means they can be re-filed and I presume they will be.  There will be additional hearings in the Florida jurisdiction for Comey as a result of the infamous Mar-a-Lago raid and that area is much more conservative.  If anyone deserved prosecution, it’s this snake.

Speaking of injustice, I recently learned that an employee of a 7 Eleven store working late at night was forced to defend herself when she was attacked by a customer attempting to pass a counterfeit one-hundred-dollar bill. While being choked, she produced her weapon and shot him in the stomach.  In what was clearly self-defense, she was subsequently fired from her job!  Her offense?  She brought a weapon to work!  My question of management?  Why were you allowing a young woman to work overnight alone?  7 Eleven just lost an occasional customer and, maybe, as a result of this blog, a few more.

Which brings me to my next topic: the Islamic Republic of Minnesota.  Candidly, I’ve never been knowledgeable about that state.  I was aware that its governor ran for vice president in 2024 and that’s about it.  He certainly isn’t impressive.  In any event, the state has a large Islamic population and a significant Muslim culture with over a hundred mosques and a significant Muslim culture.

In the 1880’s, Somali immigrants fleeing the Ottoman Empire were granted Temporary Protective Status by the American government.  Many chose Minnesota. That status continues in the present although President Trump is considering cancelling it as I’ve been told.  Technically, they can be deported at any time because they are not citizens. 

There are currently about 140,000 Somalis in that state.  Many hold political offices even though they are not citizens and the culture has taken over the larger cities like Minneapolis and Saint Paul, the latter city with a Somali mayor.  Cultural calls to prayer are recognized, as are other customs.  They even occupy Congressional seats as I’m sure you are aware of the covered hijabs there.

There has been a significant surge in Islamic criminal activity, especially in the Twin Cities, primarily drug related and it is alleged that millions of U. S. taxpayer dollars are being returned to the homeland to fund gang activity in that region.  Many Minnesotans are concerned; however, they are also fearful.  Of additional concern is Governor Tim Walz’s close relationship with China.  He’s visited the country several times and even given presentations there.  Hmmmm . . .

Of considerable concern to me is the level of negative publicity President Trump is receiving as a result of comments he’s made to reporters recently.  In many ways, he’s his own worst enemy.

Paco    

It has happened again.  A woman riding on a Chicago transit was set on fire and robbed while on her way home from work.  She is not expected to survive.  The individual perpetrating this disgusting act has a long history of violence and was still able to roam the streets.  Are you listening, Governor Pritzker?  Are you listening Mayor Johnson?  Somehow, I seriously doubt it.  The safety of your people isn’t of much concern, is it?  This clown had 48 prior arrests and was issued an ankle bracelet which he’d disconnected from!

And perhaps the most horrendous and frightening bit of news involves Congressional members urging our uniformed personnel to disobey what they perceive to be unlawful orders!  Many of these individuals are or were military officers themselves.  If this isn’t sedition, I don’t know what is.

The insanity rages.  Congress is totally out of control.  Jasmine Crockett made a fool of herself, claiming that numerous conservatives took campaign donations from Jeffrey Epstein; however, it was Doctor Jeffrey Epstein, a prominent surgeon who was the benefactor and not the “piece of crap” Epstein.  Sean Hannity interviewed the good doctor a day or so ago and I must admit he was taking the whole thing extremely well . . . much better than I would.

And then we have Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett who, it was revealed, was texting with Epstein during a congressional hearing in 2019 concerning Epstein’s activities.  She attempted to pass it off, claiming he was her constituent!  Numerous lefties supported her behavior!  I’m sure these individuals are the same ones pushing sedition.  I know you are tired of hearing it, but how do these nitwits manage to not only get elected, but continue to be re-elected?

Speaking of nitwits, I’ve heard that Eric Swalwell is considering a run for California governor!  He would be an ideal candidate for that state.  He has made much about receiving numerous death threats, I would imagine to gain sympathy and support.  I’m not certain if any suspects have been identified; however, if I had to guess, one might be Fang Fang’s husband . . .

And our esteemed justice system continues to remain in the news for all the wrong reasons  Recently, a California judge, Hector Ramon, released a suspected murderer on his own recognizance after previously releasing his co-conspirator under the same conditions!  These two are now walking the streets, presumably looking for another victim.  And the infamous Judge Boesberg, who made a name for himself by rescinding Trump’s edicts, may possibly be facing impeachment!  I won’t hold my breath . . .

And insanity continues regarding our most precious asset: our children.  Most kids now possess a “smart phone” long before they should and they are victimized by that device.  They are enticed into making decisions which they are not mature enough to make based upon the contents they are observing.  Example:  the 764 Network is a site designed to entice children into harming themselves as well as  animals!  It is only one of many sites specifically created for that purpose and young minds are easily manipulated.

There is very little parental understanding over what children are capable of observing on their handheld devices.  If the child’s behavior changes dramatically, it is the first thing to consider, especially if violence is the result.  Thomas Crooks, who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump in Pennsylvania is a classic example.  There were several websites he was tied to which altered his perception of Trump from passive pro to a violent con in a relatively short period of time.  We all could become victims for reasons beyond our knowledge.  We are no longer safe.

Let’s end on a more humorous note.  An Australian study on infants was recently released regarding parental obligations.  The study revealed that parents must ask for permission from infants before changing their diapers!  And, no, I’m not making this up.  The obvious question is: what if the infant declines? 

Paco      

Quite a title, don’t you think?  Treason, in my opinion, is a crime which is only exceeded by murder in its devastation.  Candidly, treason often results in mass murders.  The word conjures up infamous individuals like Benedict Arnold and those who left the Union in the 1860’s to form the Confederacy. 

They pale in comparison to the opening of the southern border at the beginning of the Biden Administration. That act resulted directly in the deaths of millions of American citizens . . . and many more indirectly . . .  over the coming months and years.  I sincerely believe that our current political catastrophe is directly connected to those who slithered across the border while President Biden and his minions looked the other way.

As I stumble through this extremely difficult entry, socialism/ communism  has taken over wide swaths of state and local governments.  As I’ve mentioned previously, the newly elected mayor of St. Paul, Minnesota is not only a devout socialist, but an illegal alien.  The soon-to-be mayor of New York City comes from a very wealthy family as does the individual elected to the Seattle mayoral office.  Neither has ever held a job; instead, living off their parents!

Communism and socialism have ever been successful over any period of time.  History has taught us that.  Unfortunately, history is no longer taught in public schools, thanks to its socialist leaders.  How convenient . . .

Let’s attempt to employ simple logic just for kicks and giggles.  Pretend you are listening to a campaign speech and the candidate is telling you that everything costs too much and government is taking advantage of you.  With his/her program, transportation to and from any destination will be free.  Also, you are paying too much for rent and food and their program will mandate rent freezes and grocery stores will provide cheap food.  Oh, and health care will be free!

Free transportation?  A person with two or more active brain cells would come up with a couple of questions.  Public transportation vehicles require a great deal of money for maintenance and upkeep.  How is that going to be handled if passage is free?  And is the vehicle operator providing free service?  Who is going to pay his/her rent which is now allegedly frozen.  And who is coming up with the food to be found on government grocery shelves?  And can you accept the fact that, if you are the victim of criminal activity, a social worker will be sent to resolve the situation?  Will responding social workers receive a salary for efforts rendered?

On to other things:  Millions of children have disappeared after   entering the country by illegal means due to the treasonous activity of the Biden Crime Family.  The Trump Administration has found thousands who were subjected to the most heinous treatment one can imagine and are searching for thousands more yet to be found.  And millions more lives are being aborted before they can enjoy life. And, of course, liberals look the other way.

Hundreds of thousands of Americans are dying from drug-related activity and   citizens are suffering from criminal activity perpetrated by those in the country illegally.  These include murder, sexual assault, robbery, theft, which have reached epidemic proportions and continue to rise.  Meanwhile, the dedicated law enforcement officers attempting to resolve these issues by capturing and deporting the offenders, are treated to contempt and even physical harm by socialist/communist meatheads like Jelly Belly and Newscum.

One of the primary obligations a president must accept is the protection of the country’s borders by keeping them closed to those attempting to enter illegally.  If opening them to any and all isn’t treason, I do not know what is.  Border protection is essential to the safety of both public and private property. 

Imagine being compelled to leave the doors to your home unlocked . . . and open weather permitting . . . and then advertising that fact to the local criminal element while your neighbors chastise you for being reluctant to do so!  It is the height of stupidity.  I wonder if we could convince Joe and Jill to do this with their various mansions?  Hmmm . . .

Paco

This is a special day for me for many reasons, the primary one being the birth of my only child, Deena, in 1966.  When I decided to become a veteran, my life changed forever . . . and for the better.

As you all probably know, my military career took place in Germany.  I was stationed at Seventh Army Headquarters near Stuttgart in the small village of Vaihingen.  It was there that I offered a ride to a young lady walking up to the post and she became my wife of over sixty years.  Sadly, she’s been gone for five, as of this month.  She was known for all those years as DeeDee.

After being discharged, I joined the Grand Island, Nebraska Police Force where I served for several years.  My routine schedule was midnight shift; however, I stayed Veteran’s Day morning that year to help directing traffic for the annual parade.  When I finally returned home around noon, I was met by a very pregnant wife who announced that I was going to be a father that day.

Without changing clothes, I immediately drove us to the Lutheran Hospital where DeeDee was immediately transported to the delivery room where Dr. Brugh was patiently waiting.  I became so antsy waiting that DeeDee kicked me out!  I found myself sitting in a waiting room in full uniform and receiving curious looks from those walking by.

After what seemed like an eternity, Doctor Brugh came bustling down the hall, lab coat flapping to tell me that I was the father of a beautiful daughter.  And he was so right!

An interesting side story to this is that Doctor Brugh had a famous cousin, movie star Robert Taylor!  Spangler Arlington Brugh was born in Filley, Nebraska.  His father, Spangler Brugh, was also a doctor.  The family moved around a lot and wound up in California. 

Shortly after Deena’s birth, I got to meet Taylor myself.  He had purchased a small cable company in Grand Island and spent some time there.  One night I was checking doors and the lights in his office were on at three in the morning.  I knocked and he came to the door and we chatted for several minutes.  We chuckled that we both had German wives.  He was a heavy smoker and smoked two cigarettes as we talked.  Lung cancer eventually caused his death.

Well, Veteran’s Day has passed as you can probably tell.  Last night, they managed to get the government re-opened.  I say “government” in the loosed of ways.  Air traffic is still a mess and it could be weeks before it gets back to normal, but, at least, paychecks are going out.  Hakeem isn’t terribly pleased as I am sure is the case is with Chuck, Bernie and AOL.  They still insist that the closure was a Republican action!  I know I’m being repetitive, but I will never understand how these idiots got re-elected in the first place, let alone again and again.

Speaking of idiots, a judge in California recently released a current suspected murderer on his own recognizance  after having served time for another murder!  I’m told that another judicial idiot awarded countless illegal aliens millions in damages for being confined unnecessarily by ICE!  You cannot make this stuff up!  And a Maryland judge released a man charged with assaulting a woman who immediately returned to the crime scene and attempted to assault her again!

And it continues:  A judge in Illinois has ordered the release of several hundred individuals rounded up by ICE and awaiting criminal charges.  And a judge who was disbarred in 2013 for protecting her criminal boyfriend couldn’t understand why she was denied a lifetime pension.  Finally, a judge in Alaska was terminated and disbarred for the criminal sexual assault of his girlfriend.  I would imagine that all were members of Ambulance Chasing Liars United.

Speaking of justice, California is facing federal litigation for issuing Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL’s) to over three hundred (300) to illegal aliens who, not only couldn’t speak English, but who failed the driver’s examination numerous times!  As a veteran, I must say that my lack of pride in our current judicial system is painful.   

Paco        

The shutdown is now the longest in American history.  Democrats continue to blame Republicans despite the fact that it is obvious to anyone with a brain that such is not the case.  The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program has received a great deal of publicity, implying that folks are starving due to the shutdown and that the Trump Administration is responsible.

It is not my intent to belittle those who depend on SNAP for nutrition; however, it has become quite obvious that the program has been compromised.  Allegedly, one in eight individuals in this country is unable to provide food for themselves without government assistance.  (Candidly, many I’ve seen complaining have obviously not missed a meal in quite some time.) 

Like all leftist giveaways, SNAP has been corrupted.  Many receiving benefits are in the country illegally and shouldn’t be enrolled.  It is also common knowledge that many more are selling the benefit stamps and using the money to purchase items other than food. Lipstick comes to mind . . .

Meanwhile, hard-working citizens are being denied reimbursement (paychecks) and having to borrow money to feed their families and pay their bills while Chuckie and Hakeem strangely do not have that problem!  If I live to be a hundred, and that’s not likely unless I apply for SNAP, I will never comprehend how these morons continue to stay in power. 

And why is it that the shutdown took place to begin with?  Oh, that’s right.  The conservatives refused to send billions to the corrupt Obamacare medical insurance profession which has created an unaffordable health care for taxpayers.  What the heck happened to the Affordable Health Care Act?  How do you suppose Barack Obama was able to afford that multi-million-dollar estate in Martha’s Vinyard or that lush home in Chicago?  I suppose he could have received advice from Nancy Pissoli.  And you ask why we need a Convention of States?

Another phenomenon which has me terrified is this thing called artificial intelligence (AI).  And, no, I’m not referring to members of Congress.  I was born in 1938, so bear with me while I try to comprehend a concept which implies that intelligence can be artificially created and which, ultimately, can operate outside of human control.  Oh, it’s all the rage in Geekville.  If I understand the concept correctly, the time will come when human intelligence will be no longer required.  If I need to have heart surgery, an ominous machine will perform that function much more efficiently than a human surgeon. 

Not only will AI be able to report the news, but it will also create it.  In a previous blog, I referred to AI’s ability to alter images for nefarious purposes.  Example:  An email posting revealing a naked female dancing in a porn club . . . only the face is that of your wife!  This is followed by a threat to publish unless a ransom is paid.  How about  the image of a frantic Donald Trump giving a Hitler speech . . . in German!  Or the Pope touting prostitution from the Vatican.  You get the idea.  And who will decide whether a particular AI program needs repairs?  And, if so, who/what will conduct said repairs?

On to other things:  I’m wondering why I’m seeing so much publicity concerning my idol, Mike Morrison.  He’s been gone such a long time.  He was born in Iowa, but the family moved to California when he was young.  In his youth, he became an accomplished football player, but a bodysurfing accident ended that career.  He then made a living working at a movie studio as a prop boy and progressed into taking small uncredited roles in films.

It was there when he was noticed by director John Ford and movie star Tom Mix and his first credited movie roles were as Wayne Morrison.  While he kept “Wayne”, they changed his first name to “John” and the rest, as they say, is history.  He died from cancer on June 11, 1979 and my other hero, my father, died exactly two years later on June 11, 1981 from a fall.

I wonder what the Duke would think of this crazy world today?  Incidentally, he inherited that nickname from a childhood pet dog, Duke.  Hmmm . . . maybe AI could bring Big Duke back.  

Paco                

What an election night!  Conservatives did not win a single race!  Mamdani won the New York mayoral contest which wasn’t a huge surprise; however, the jerk, Jay Jones, who ran for attorney general in Virginia after texting the murder of children won and that is unacceptable.  Virginia is a lovely state, but I can’s say the same for its residents.  In addition to a leftist win for governor, the lieutenant governor winner is the first Muslim to be elected to a statewide position.

Minnesota isn’t far behind.  While the infamous Minneapolis mayoral race hasn’t been officially decided, the St. Paul race for mayor was also won by a Muslim who is a self-admitted illegal alien!  And, no, I’m not kidding.  (At the time of this writing, Minneapolis Mayor Frey appears to be the winner by a very slim margin over Muslim Omar Fateh.)

Governor Gavin Newscum’s redistricting efforts to limit Republican participation in federal elective offices was also successful.  About a third of that state’s voters are conservative; however, their participation in politics is severely limited.  I’m sure that fact stuns you.

New York City’s Fire Chief will resign before Mamdani takes office in January and I’m certain that this is only the beginning of an exodus of officials over the next couple of months.  Another exodus will be the wealthier residents of the city which brings up an interesting fact.  Many who have fled in the past have chosen Florida as a destination; however, a good percentage of the residents of that state are considering leaving due to cost-of-living increases.

Another popular target state for those fleeing NYC is Texas.  Governor Abbott has threatened to impose a one hundred percent (100%) tariff on New Yorkers moving to his state after the election; however, tariffs are not the purview of state officials, so one wonders if he was kidding.  He is concerned, I’m sure, about the pressure that a large-scale influx would affect the state’s resources and governing abilities.

So, what is going to happen in places like New York City and St. Paul?  I wish I had the answer.  London, England has a Muslim mayor who, incidentally, is a close friend of Mamdani, so one might investigate that municipality.  I haven’t.

An overwhelming number of Mamdani’s supporters are young females, something which both puzzles and amuses me.  In Muslim culture, females exist only to serve males and have absolutely no rights or privileges.  One would think that Muslim culture would be totally rejected by that ethnic group.  Hmmm . . .  Apparently, his entire support team is female which indicates a serious lack of the study of history in our current education system.

There is some good news; Nancy Pelosi, perhaps one of the most corrupt members to ever walk the halls of Congress, has announced that she will not seek re-election in 2026 at the age of eighty-five!  She will no longer be able to provide her billionaire husband with privileged financial information; however, there is a rumor that she may be replaced by their daughter.

Are you listening, Chuck?  How about you, Adam?  And in all fairness, Mitch and the other Chuck, still a member in his early nineties!  Those of you in Congress who watched the original Perry Mason series as adults and were fans of Gene Autry, find a rocking chair at home.

Lastly, some personal thoughts which may or may not upset you.  Am I the only one who is tired of watching Erika Kirk sob into a hanky while collecting millions?  Mamdani’s rant on election night reminded me of another thirty-something’s equally insane babble in 1920’s Germany. 

How about this?  A man was recently shot and killed in Tennessee, I believe.  His offense?  He kicked the killer’s shopping cart!   How about the woman who attempted to rob a convenience store by threatening its seventy-year-old clerk with . . .wait for this . . .  a fingernail clipper!

It just can’t get any crazier . . . can it?

Paco