Contemplating a bewildering world through empathy and understanding
Iran has exposed how fragile empires can be. Military might is illusory, especially when controlled by deranged lunatics. The Strait of Hormuz clearly demonstrates that world economies can be shaken and squeezed without the backing of multi-billion-dollar military arsenals.
While it gives me little pleasure to admit that this may be one of the most satisfying instances of the proverbial fuck around and find out, I make no apology for contemplating it. Indeed, there is very little justice in the world, and Iran's revenge may very well be a little slice of it.
Fighting for peace is like screwing for virginity.-George Carlin I think the first time I heard the trope "No man left behind" was in a Hollywood movie. It's generally employed with dramatic effect to suggest that the U.S. would go to exorbitant lengths to ensure that no U.S. soldier would be abandoned in combat. This … Continue reading No man left behind, except when it involves Israel
Reflections on the absurdity and chaos of contemporary American politics, particularly under Trump, highlighting media complicity and societal decline, while noting the world’s laughter amid a serious crisis.
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