I have been privileged to make 82 orbits around our sun. So I have seen and witnessed a lot of foreign affairs, beginning with the Korean War, Then Vietnam (A cousin served in country, and I in Thailand both of us USAF). Then Panama, then Grenada. Then Iraq (twice) then Afghanistan. Now we are fueling Ukraine's War effort. We have spent billions of taxpayer dollars and the scorecard is dismal. Where have we won a decisive victory? Only one - the first Iraq - 100 days and an agreement was reached to end hostility. But Saddam was still in power and still creating mischief. But this gave our Army its Ma-cho back. An impressive victory with few casualties.
The number of Combat deaths = Korea - 36,634 Vietnam -57,969 Iraq - 4902 Afghanistan - 2402. The total = 96,998. In perspective; 2021 reported by CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention [Gov.]) 106,699 deaths by opioid and fentanyl overdoses. A conclusion = it would appear one is safer in combat than being a regular drug addict. What are we doing to protect our young, from the opioids laced with fentanyl? If not mistaken an editorial written by Todd Dorman, Cedar Rapids Gazette stated that the drugs brought from Mexico were not by illegals, but by citizen crooks; if wrong my apologies. But what does that conclusion mean? Illegals are not our drug overdose problem? Draw your own conclusions. Our borders remain open. The amount of illegal drugs plus fentanyl is overwhelming. Some fentanyl packets captured would have killed the entire population of this country, but the kicker; many illegal drugs still get through. One could say the Mexican drug Cartels are only filling DEMAND and making millions in the process. During the last Administration, the opportunity to funnel traffic to locations more easily controlled could have been made by building and finishing the wall. But the Biden Administration abandoned that strategy. Now he is selling the remaining fixtures at pennies on the dollar. To me this is alarming he should have continued the wall building to completion. The illegal crossings would still have occurred but would have been much easier to control. Many Congressional officials have visited the border and have conferred with Border Patrol Officials, but the traffic still continues unabated. The Biden Administration seems content to let thousands continue to cross our border unmolested.
O.K. I got off subject. Let's go back to Ukraine vs. Russia. President Biden has stated we will continue support until the end or words to that effect. Not sure what that really means; are we willing to go to war with Russia? Are we willing to shovel billions more of taxpayer dollars to this venture? Are we willing to risk a Nuclear Exchange? What is the end game: We as citizens have a right to know.
Is the mainstream media asking these questions? If not, why not?
It's time we get some answers - where are you heading, Mr. President?
Regards, and Blessings
John Stiegelmeyer
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Now, tell us the story about how the "Biden Crime Family" have been paid off by the Ukrainian government. We already know about that one, that got paid by that private company.
Before Trump was elected, in 2016, it was well documented that he had been committing crimes, against vulnerable citizens, since he was a teenager. He settled dozens upon dozens of civil law suits, in his life. It was well documented that he was involved with the East Coast Italian Mafia. He took over that role from his father. His associates have been going to prison, for actions they did, on his behalf, for decades.
Where is all of this documentation of Joe Biden leading his Irish Crime Family? Why haven't the Trump associates in The House of Representatives started an investigation on Impeachment, with all of the evidence that has been claimed by them? They have NOTHING. The things they've told you are just more brainwashing.
Most drugs are smuggled in at ports and border crossings and from the air. A wall in the middle of no where would make little difference. Hutchison had it right. We need to partner with Mexico to go after the cartels. We should be able to establish surveillance using technology too. Bush didn’t do it and neither did Trump.
John, you have to leave that cult you belong to. How can you support a serial criminal? Every Republican on the debate stage but one raised their hand saying they would support Trump if he was convicted of the numerous felonies he is charged with. Let that sink in. They talk about law and order and then would support a convicted felon. I didn’t even mention a fraudulent university or foundation. I didn’t mention paying a porn star hush money or the millions he paid to settle sexual assault. That is the new Republican Party, but hey let’s talk about Hillary’s emails or Hunter Biden’s laptop! WTF?
Biden has created such a horrific mess that it will take a good strong president almost two terms in office for ALL Americans to wake up in the morning and see a beautiful sunrise. We need a president who will address "Biden's Biggest Blunder." [The millions of illegal immigrants we now have thanks to Joe Biden's Welcome Wagon and Open-Arms Policy.] Caring for them is a waste of money and resources!! And just when do OUR dollars stop finding their way to the Ukraine? Help in the beginning was the right thing to do, but Americans don't even know how these later billions are being spent. We have the right to know!
WHY...WHY...WHY is this Biden Administration more concerned about these illegal immigrants and other countries' problems than our own American citizens: our poor...our seniors...our vets? Most of the people in these three categories feel ignored and disrespected by the current administration. [I know I do.] Some feel trapped in a corner. What do I do about food...medicine...other bills?
Our America is sinking like the Titanic. We need a new president to steer us away from the huge approaching iceberg!!
I only know of two men who could handle the illegal immigrant problem in this country, and one is not running for president. [Maybe even in his wheelchair, he would be a better VP than Harris. That wouldn't take much effort!!]
Go back to watching Star Wars. It's far more entertaining to read the comments you posted about how the Spy balloon was secretly disabled by some secret technology so it couldn't transmit intelligence back to China because Biden said so.. It doesn't require anymore intelligence than a chicken to know Biden is a sorry excuse for a Commander and Chief and that China and Ukraine own him. It would not be a shock to eventually find out the Mexican Cartels also gave Hunter a check. There will always be some poor uninformed people pretending reality is not what it is.
Interesting how the Mayor of NY City has always supported NYC to be a sanctuary city. His reality must have set in when today he was renouncing this and screaming for the federal government to do something about the southern border. Funny how that works when the results of incompetent leadership show up in your own backyard... Enjoy your movies DL. Try to remember they are not real.
You appear to be suggesting that we save our tax dollars and abandon the Ukrainians and ultimately Europe to Russian aggression against sovereign democratic nations. If we do, who do you think will have to go fight in Poland or some other ally of our nation? It will be our kids and grandkids. Some Americans applaud Musk for turning off communications for the Ukrainians before they could attack the Russian fleet – great for him. It won’t be him or Bill Gates’ kids that volunteer to fight for our country and the freedom of Europe. It’ll be the kid down the street that can’t afford to continue their education without the G.I. Bill or the kid whose family always serves.
I’m sorry but providing arms and training to the Ukrainians (and Americans and others who’ve volunteered to fight for them) to reduce the likelihood of one day sending our kids to die on the fields of Europe is a pretty good investment. That so many ‘MAGA’ Americans seem to share your perspective makes me really wish our country would re-instate the draft. Other than you, I’m pretty sure many of your cheerleaders have personally passed on the opportunity to serve in our all-volunteer force.