Above: Local scene – Whidbey Island
The Jimmy Dore Show
Times Of India
America 250 – Feeling The Energy:
“Shock and Awe”
Regime Change and Nation-Building Are Back!
By Ron Paul, MD
The Ron Paul Institute
Jan 6, 2026
“As was the case the morning after “Shock and Awe” signaled the start of the Iraq war, many are cheering the US military raid on Venezuela and capture of its president, Nicolas Maduro. Overwhelming US military power – and likely some bribed Venezuelan officials – ensured that the operation was swift and dramatic.”
“Warmongering US Senator Lindsey Graham has taken to the television news programs to urge President Trump to continue on to Cuba and then Iran.”
Trade, Travel and Friendship
Some might say trade, travel and friendship (as much as possible) are good for the economy. This approach may help to avoid misunderstandings and wars.
Welcoming Visitors – USA Style – 2026
Friends and family or an exchange student visiting from Canada, Japan or Europe?
You’d like to have a good visit when you travel to see them. Plan to roll out the welcome mat when they visit here next summer.
National parks announce ‘America-first’ fee surges for international tourists
By Yahya Salem – CNN
Nov 26, 2025
A trip to a national park might be a chance to leave the pressures of the world behind for a few hours. Now, it will be a stop and ID event? Sort of like trying to enter a military facility.
Step over here and show us your papers before entering the park.
How many passengers are in the vehicle? All US citizens? Please pull over into the inspection lane for a brief interview and REAL ID check.
A giant flag ritual at the next ball game will make it all good.
More here:
National Parks Hospitality & Goodwill Program
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