Operation Epic Stupidity

The Department of War has codenamed America's latest vulgar act of international criminality as Operation Epic Fury. While codenames often reflect the thinking of the country's leadership and are usually chosen with much thought, I'm bemused by this current abominable iteration. Whose fury is being immortalised, and why is it supposed to be epic? It's certainly not that of the American people, who have expressed strong disapproval in the polls. It's not that of European countries, which, with some minor exceptions, only grudgingly support Trump's actions out of craven fear. It's certainly not that of the rest of the world.

The problem with America

"America will never be destroyed from the outside. If we falter and lose our freedoms, it will be because we destroyed ourselves."

The Real Enemy: Rich White Men (and women)

Tim Wise critiques how the wealthy manipulate racial tensions to distract from their own greed. His insights connect systemic racism and contemporary issues, like U.S. imperialism in Venezuela, demonstrating class exploitation.

Celebrate! Why won’t ya?

This essay is mainly intended as satire. But it's also a warning of worse things to come. Please don't tell on me to get me fired.