Bravo. I think so much will turn on whether the elections in ‘26 and ‘28 can withstand the widespread R manipulation that you’ve written about so comprehensively . . .
I appreciate this reflection and always look forward to your insights. the elections in VA and NJ have given me the most hope that we can disrupt what’s happening before it’s too late
Another great read to end the year. I have really enjoyed your posts this year and it has helped put the political and cultural situation in the US into perspective for me.
From over here (Australia) yes America is forever tarnished. It's like we had an older, bigger friend and neighbour we looked up to and thought we knew. But they started acting weirdly and showed a nasty side we hadn't seen, or hadn't wanted to see before. Well now the facade has been torn down (much like the white house) and all those long held secret wants, desires, regrets and fears are fully on display.
I wish you and your family well in 2026. Let's hope if America falls it doesn't take the rest of the world with it.🤞
Thanks Shayne. In a weird way, I'm glad the facade has fallen; the darkness in this country has always been here, and maybe it's better for it to be visible. Of course that doesn't make it *good*, especially for the people who are suffering as a result. But, yeah, this genie can't be put back in the bottle. Even after Trump goes, everyone knows there could one day be another one. Thanks for posting.
Bravo. I think so much will turn on whether the elections in ‘26 and ‘28 can withstand the widespread R manipulation that you’ve written about so comprehensively . . .
Thanks Billy - and thanks for subscribing!
I appreciate this reflection and always look forward to your insights. the elections in VA and NJ have given me the most hope that we can disrupt what’s happening before it’s too late
Thanks. The numbers are with us at the moment. It's hard for me to ever be optimistic but there is cause for it...
Another great read to end the year. I have really enjoyed your posts this year and it has helped put the political and cultural situation in the US into perspective for me.
From over here (Australia) yes America is forever tarnished. It's like we had an older, bigger friend and neighbour we looked up to and thought we knew. But they started acting weirdly and showed a nasty side we hadn't seen, or hadn't wanted to see before. Well now the facade has been torn down (much like the white house) and all those long held secret wants, desires, regrets and fears are fully on display.
I wish you and your family well in 2026. Let's hope if America falls it doesn't take the rest of the world with it.🤞
Thanks Shayne. In a weird way, I'm glad the facade has fallen; the darkness in this country has always been here, and maybe it's better for it to be visible. Of course that doesn't make it *good*, especially for the people who are suffering as a result. But, yeah, this genie can't be put back in the bottle. Even after Trump goes, everyone knows there could one day be another one. Thanks for posting.