I see the dock strike as more of a problem for the regime than for we the people. The regime wants chaos, wait until the truckers join in. The regime can print money but they can't print food or fuel. We in flyover country will be fine, we'll survive these floods and destruction and be stronger for it. But you're absolutely right about casting a vote being a necessary act of defiance and rebellion. Let the chips fall where they will.
Forty plus year ago, my mother gave me this quote, in her perfect hand-written cursive, that I laminated and keep on the refrigerator to this day. I think it can serve us well in the days to come.
"I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do. What I can do, I should do. And what I should do, by the grace of God, I will do."
~ Edward Everett Hale ~ Grand-nephew of Nathan Hale, the Revolutionary War hero executed by the British for espionage.
The Seattle School District wants to change the name of George Washington Middle School and Isaac Ingalls Stevens Elementary School due to their "racist" past. Hope they leave Nathan Hale High School's name alone.
Marty...I just love this (the quote and that you appreciate your mother’s lovely handwriting). Several years ago, I had found a small piece of paper in my bible in which my mother had written: “Faith is not believing that God can, but knowing that He will”. I, too, appreciate the beautiful handwriting my mom had and her message, so I copied that piece of paper and framed it (one for each of my kids)! I think I might laminate it for myself and put it on my fridge ; ) !!
TL, as always...thank you for being a voice of reason and truth!!
CBS News: "Offering a glimmer of hope that a strike could be averted, USMX said late Monday that negotiations with the union had resumed.
"In the last 24 hours, the USMX and ILA have traded counter offers related to wages," the industry group said in a statement.
"Our offer would increase wages by nearly 50%, triple employer contributions to employee retirement plans, strengthen our health care options, and retain the current language around automation and semi-automation," USMX added."
I hope Trump makes it to the election. I'm not registered to vote and I'm keeping it that way. The 2020 election was stolen and no one paid for that crime. Here in California, the Republican Party has ceased to exist. EVERY public office, except for a small minority of legislators in Sacramento, is a Democrat. If the LA and Oakland ports close in the dock strike, it will be chaos out here.
What you refer to as "necessary deeds" I've occasionally thought of as "crossing the Rubicon".
I'll be surprised if there is any appreciable keneticism should Trump fail to ascend. Lately I've come to associate the word "docile" with those on the right. And why would we not, on the whole, be docile after living under the protection of the nuclear umbrella for 70+ years? The next generation, however, growing up as they will in more of a third world situation, will not be so docile. I almost envy them that. Those of my own generation are, I'm afraid, fated to perish while calling out for a change of bed pans.
If I'm wrong then this old man will be the first bring water to those on the field of battle.
Aptly put. It will be, for many, an act of service to those actively engaged. If this is what can be done, it should be. If more can be done, it should be. One will find their place.
I see the dock strike as more of a problem for the regime than for we the people. The regime wants chaos, wait until the truckers join in. The regime can print money but they can't print food or fuel. We in flyover country will be fine, we'll survive these floods and destruction and be stronger for it. But you're absolutely right about casting a vote being a necessary act of defiance and rebellion. Let the chips fall where they will.
Forty plus year ago, my mother gave me this quote, in her perfect hand-written cursive, that I laminated and keep on the refrigerator to this day. I think it can serve us well in the days to come.
"I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do the something that I can do. What I can do, I should do. And what I should do, by the grace of God, I will do."
~ Edward Everett Hale ~ Grand-nephew of Nathan Hale, the Revolutionary War hero executed by the British for espionage.
Marty, There is a high school in Seattle called "Nathan Hale."
https://halehs.seattleschools.org/
The Seattle School District wants to change the name of George Washington Middle School and Isaac Ingalls Stevens Elementary School due to their "racist" past. Hope they leave Nathan Hale High School's name alone.
Marty...I just love this (the quote and that you appreciate your mother’s lovely handwriting). Several years ago, I had found a small piece of paper in my bible in which my mother had written: “Faith is not believing that God can, but knowing that He will”. I, too, appreciate the beautiful handwriting my mom had and her message, so I copied that piece of paper and framed it (one for each of my kids)! I think I might laminate it for myself and put it on my fridge ; ) !!
TL, as always...thank you for being a voice of reason and truth!!
Thank you.
CBS News: "Offering a glimmer of hope that a strike could be averted, USMX said late Monday that negotiations with the union had resumed.
"In the last 24 hours, the USMX and ILA have traded counter offers related to wages," the industry group said in a statement.
"Our offer would increase wages by nearly 50%, triple employer contributions to employee retirement plans, strengthen our health care options, and retain the current language around automation and semi-automation," USMX added."
I hope Trump makes it to the election. I'm not registered to vote and I'm keeping it that way. The 2020 election was stolen and no one paid for that crime. Here in California, the Republican Party has ceased to exist. EVERY public office, except for a small minority of legislators in Sacramento, is a Democrat. If the LA and Oakland ports close in the dock strike, it will be chaos out here.
What you refer to as "necessary deeds" I've occasionally thought of as "crossing the Rubicon".
I'll be surprised if there is any appreciable keneticism should Trump fail to ascend. Lately I've come to associate the word "docile" with those on the right. And why would we not, on the whole, be docile after living under the protection of the nuclear umbrella for 70+ years? The next generation, however, growing up as they will in more of a third world situation, will not be so docile. I almost envy them that. Those of my own generation are, I'm afraid, fated to perish while calling out for a change of bed pans.
If I'm wrong then this old man will be the first bring water to those on the field of battle.
Aptly put. It will be, for many, an act of service to those actively engaged. If this is what can be done, it should be. If more can be done, it should be. One will find their place.