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Jean Nichols's avatar

I may have to listen to this in the morning because I’d rather not have nightmares. Thank you for shedding light on the darkness of our times

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Jean Nichols's avatar

That said, I’m still here because I can’t be another head in the sand and I’m trying to understand this insanity

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Marlene Green's avatar

Waj! Thanks a million for this excellent in-depth coverage of the dangerous state of our world, thanks to warmongers and greedy insecure people full of hate.

Yesterday I was already processing the events that make up America’s steep decline in a decade since the 6/16/15 descent on the golden escalator.

The shameful conduct in Canada, the attack on Iran, the betrayal of the Afghan interpreters and the ongoing genocidal wars, just gives more credence to #ETTD!

The world had a better chance of being more peaceful and prosperous if Americans were smart enough to vote for 2 wise women leaders.

Instead, we watch weak men bent on harm & destruction at home and abroad!

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Jean Nichols's avatar

We all opposed the war on Iraq - the war on terror just creates terrorists but apparently that’s what the US wants - more enemies for our military industrial financial complex to feast on!

“Who knew rock bottom has a basement”

🐝☮️🌕

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Frances's avatar

It's a disgrace that Afghan immigrants and Ukraine immigrants are being targeted by ICE to be returned to war and death . This is absolutely a betrayal.

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Sharon Herrick's avatar

Sometimes it feels as if I might die of shame for what our government is doing. My husband has a T-shirt from the first Trump regime-- apologizing for the president in a load of foreign languages. Now---I don't see how the rest of the world will ever be willing to accept an apology. How can anything make up for such betrayal---on all fronts?

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Sandra Trimble's avatar

Felon Trump and his regime are too inept to handle this or provide leadership!

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Lynda Phoenix's avatar

I don't like the oppression in Iran (just as I don't like the oppression here, that's getting worse under Trump) but I have known some lovely Iranian people and don't wish a war on them (or us). Especially one that's being started by that snake in the grass (sorry snakes) Netanyahu.

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We deserve better's avatar

We cannot keep on this path this is not the 30’s or the 60’s why is it that the American people have to live with this backwards thinking! This kind of thinking is outdated and antiquated! This is lame!

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Daniel Howley's avatar

Did you see my note when I said that Netanyahu will be tail wagging the dog? I guess it's pretty apparent even if I may not have solely originated that idea. Here's my other theory. Corruption and fear drive the blind loyalty to Trump, I think Republicans in congress see the kickbacks from crypto currency accruing to Trump and they see Jared Kushner managing some portions of the Saudi Sovereign wealth fund. Make it rain for General Flynn when his service is done. They think they can have a big payday. Similarly, Netanyahu's war cabinet is still celebrating the Abraham accords which seems to have a subtext that Israel's near neighbors will not stop the genocide in Gaza. I am pretty sure I may not have the name of the agreement, but greed as a motivation for waging war against Iran seems likely enough. Israel has mass killing down to a science. Why not make a business out of it? Here I am still out on a limb. Is there really still a deadly Shia Sunni divide? Is that a thing? Here's a positive thought. We need more journalism on Netanyahu's personal corruption because it may be one of the lynch pins for death camps in Gaza, they keep him from facing jail time. Next time you post direct your comments to people who know what they're talking about. We toppled their government when they dared to nationalize their oil reserves. Then they really hated the US. Then we hated them right back. When Marco Rubio was an ideas guy, very squeakee clean he thought there should be a war of civilizations. That idea is still crazy.

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Frances's avatar

Also fits perfectly into enormous amount of funds to Pentagon DOD in the bill . It's obscene. ✌️

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Angel's avatar

I want to thank you both for an excellent breakdown regarding the Middle East conflicts. I've been listening and reading both sides of this conflict. Understanding the players etc. You two gave me clarification regarding what I've been learning the last 4 days. To be honest my thinking aligned with your podcast tonight.

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Susan M's avatar

Isn’t the tRump family deeply involved in making $$$$$$ in the Middle East?

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oneflewover. . .'s avatar

Do you really think Netanyahu is in charge? There have always been the war dogs in the U.S. Trump doesn't have the brains. He's probably been kept in the dark because the war dogs wouldn't trust him to keep his mouth shut. Look. Do you remember WMDs or not? Come on guys. We've always been involved in 'regime change'. What's new? Netanyahu just fits perfectly into this scheme. Both Trump and Netanyahu are the perfect tools.

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Shelby Schneider's avatar

Doesn't Congress have to approve this??

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Muse Tutor's avatar

No. Bush jr went to war in Afghan & Iraq without congressional approval. Last war that Congress approved 1942 on Bulgaria. Hungary. Romania https://www.history.com/articles/united-states-official-declarations-war

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Emily Michaels's avatar

Thank you for this and please keep up the good work. This was extremely informative and I appreciate the dialogue. I am sharing with others!

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An Mcgreevy's avatar

Lots of democrat hawks

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Daronda Toole's avatar

So true Jean. I believe if this insanity as not squelched quickly we may yet see hell has many levels and lateral chambers.

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Sandra Trimble's avatar

Bad news but from knowledgeable, professional, great speakers that are taking the time to inform and warn Americans of the truth!

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