US Elections

Kim Jong Un wants Trump back, elite defector tells BBC

My mind is racing with thoughts after reading this intriguing article about Kim Jong Un’s desire to have Trump back. It appears that even ruthless dictators see some value in having a U.S. president who perhaps aligns more closely with their own authoritarian tendencies. The fact that Kim Jong Un, a leader of a country known for its disdain toward America, wants Trump back in power should raise major red flags for us all.

The dynamic between Trump and Kim Jong Un is indeed bizarre and somewhat unsettling. Remember the historic meeting where Trump actually saluted a North Korean general? The propaganda value of that photo alone must have been priceless for dear leader in North Korea.… Continue reading

Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks in a month and a half, Ukrainian commander says

Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks in a month and a half, according to a Ukrainian commander. As the conflict continues to unfold, the dynamics on the ground seem to be shifting. The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has captured the attention of the world, with speculation and analysis running rampant.

It is clear that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is facing significant challenges. The Ukrainian commander’s statement that Russia will be forced to scale down its attacks speaks to a growing belief that Russia may not be able to sustain its aggressive military campaign indefinitely. This sentiment is further supported by the assertion that Russia’s troop presence in Ukraine is set to increase to a staggering 690,000 soldiers by the end of the year, a move that may indicate desperation rather than strength.… Continue reading

Blinken tells CNN the US has seen evidence of China attempting to influence upcoming US elections

Blinken’s revelation that the US has seen evidence of China attempting to influence upcoming US elections should not come as a shock to anyone. It seems that in today’s interconnected world, the idea of foreign interference in elections has become a grim reality that we must acknowledge. From Russia to China, and even “friendly” countries, the specter of meddling looms large over the democratic process. The root cause of this issue lies in decisions like Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission, which opened the floodgates for money to influence politics.

Our political system is like an open marketplace, with foreign adversaries and corporations vying to buy influence and sway the outcomes of elections.… Continue reading

Michigan governor says not voting for Biden over Gaza war ‘supports second Trump term’

Anyone in the Arab American community who thinks that not voting for Biden to make a statement about Gaza is a good idea is simply deluding themselves. As much as I wish Biden had taken a stronger stance on Israel’s actions, the reality is that Trump would be a thousand times worse. This is not a situation where we have the luxury of sitting out an election or voting out of protest.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer hit the nail on the head when she said that not voting for Biden over the Gaza war would support a second Trump term. The idea that Trump would be better for Palestinians is not only naive but dangerous.… Continue reading