The sparks were flying at the July 15 “Family Leadership Summit” in Des Moines Iowa, and as a result of the viral videos and outraged commentary, Conservatives across America soon knew all about it. Tucker Carlson, who is now totally free from the fetters of the ostensibly fair and balanced Fox “News,” pulled no punches as he grilled prospective 2024 Republican presidential candidates, including South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, independent entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and former Vice-President Mike Pence.
By far the most noteworthy exchange took place between Carlson and Pence, during which Pence appeared to say that the situation in Ukraine, not America, was his chief concern. Predictably, Pence has since loudly decried that interpretation of his comments, claiming that he was “taken out of context.” Still, it was his most memorable remark of the day, since his other responses to Carlson’s hardball queries were rife with Beltway “Insider” speak, and given the dire plight in which our Nation finds itself, far from encouraging.
Ultimately, no one among this Presidential Primary “Second String” was able to present a plan that could rally and invigorate attendees. Instead, they all reflected a penchant for returning the Federal Government to the golden days of “business as usual,” during which the Democrats lurched America inevitably to the left, generating angry fund-raising letters to Republican constituents, but only tepid “protests” from the GOP on the House and Senate floors, where it mattered.
Eventually, Carlson got around to the most significant issue of this entire campaign season, which was the stolen Presidential Election of 2020 and what, if anything, might be done to prevent a recurrence next year. At this point, every single candidate ran for the tall grass. Some contend that Vivek Ramaswamy actually addressed it. But a closer look at his commentary proves otherwise.
Ramaswamy did concede that the election was not completely forthright. But his focus was specifically directed at the coordinated FBI/DOJ suppression of damaging information on the Hunter Biden laptop, and how that amounted to “election interference.” Admittedly, those events did take place, and in saner times would have been cause for massive public outcry. Yet they are still secondary to the elephant in the room. Ramaswamy was careful to side step any mention of the glaring fraud, corruption, and chicanery which the Nation witnessed on Election night 2020, and in the early morning hours of the following day.
That was when vote counts in six states where President Trump held massive leads simultaneously and “mysteriously” stopped, with the even more unbelievable (literally) result a few hours later that all six had reversed, giving Biden razor thin “victories” in every one. The statistical impossibility of this randomly happening exceeds the unlikely chain of events whereby Jeffrey Epstein just as “mysteriously” died, ostensibly by “suicide,” amid massive surveillance and monitoring, all of which likewise “mysteriously” shut down at the required moment and restarted after the dirty deed had been accomplished.
No other states experienced any delay in vote counting. Somehow, the Biden Cabal went from an inevitable, brutal defeat to the barest margin needed to claim a “win.” Nothing to see here…
Real America was not fooled by any of it. Nor did they buy the leftist Fake News declaration that the Nation had just experienced “the most secure election in its history,” an appraisal that could only be an official party line talking point, given that it could not have been made on any logical, informational basis so soon after the chaotic events of the previous night. Since that time, every form of attack and suppression of truth has been wielded against any major public figure who dared go against the narrative. Like every other despotic third world tinhorn regime, the Biden Cabal has been upheld by a propaganda front that couldn’t withstand even the most cursory scrutiny, so it must diligently stifle even the slightest discussion of such.
America witnessed more of the same, last November, in the 2022 Arizona governor’s race between Kari Lake and Katie Hobbs. That atrocity was, if anything, even more corrupt and flagrant. But the leftist Democrat and RINO “Establishment” was absolutely compelled to prevent Republican firebrand Kari Lake from getting into the Governor’s office, where she would undoubtedly have unleashed every available investigative power in pursuit of the criminality by which Arizona has been overtaken for the Democrats.
The same principles apply to the rash of contrived and idiotic “indictments” being leveled at President Trump, having nothing whatsoever to do with National “security,” the Constitution, or the rule of law. Their collective purpose is solely to prevent him from ever being in place to launch an official investigation into their treachery against our collapsing Republic. Each one is a treasonous affront to the American people, so the perpetrators must all do whatever it takes to maintain power. Both sides of the political aisle know the stakes of either illegally controlling the election process or correcting it. Unfortunately, only one side is willing to undertake the fight to maintain its current hold on power.
So it was that, at the Family Leadership Summit in Iowa, every single aspiring Republican presidential candidate studiously ducked the most significant existential threat facing the Country. Their problem, President Trump absolutely “owns” the issue, and is by far the frontrunner for next year’s Presidential race. His challengers have a choice at this juncture. They can put the fate of our Nation ahead of personal ambitions and admit that he is the right person, in the right place, at the right time, to confront the treasonous fraud by which that election, and who knows how many others, have been defiled and stolen. Or they can pretend there is “Nothing to see here!” and pursue their own ambitions. Sadly, they have all opted for the latter.
Bio
Christopher G. Adamo is a lifelong conservative from the American Heartland. He has been involved in grassroots and state-level politics for many years, seeking to restore and uphold the Judeo-Christian principles on which our Nation was founded. His book, “Rules for Defeating Radicals,” is the “Go To” guide for effectively confronting and overcoming the dirty tricks of the political left. It is available at Amazon.
Five Things New “Preppers” Forget When Getting Ready for Bad Times Ahead
The preparedness community is growing faster than it has in decades. Even during peak times such as Y2K, the economic downturn of 2008, and Covid, the vast majority of Americans made sure they had plenty of toilet paper but didn’t really stockpile anything else.
Things have changed. There’s a growing anxiety in this presidential election year that has prompted more Americans to get prepared for crazy events in the future. Some of it is being driven by fearmongers, but there are valid concerns with the economy, food supply, pharmaceuticals, the energy grid, and mass rioting that have pushed average Americans into “prepper” mode.
There are degrees of preparedness. One does not have to be a full-blown “doomsday prepper” living off-grid in a secure Montana bunker in order to be ahead of the curve. In many ways, preparedness isn’t about being able to perfectly handle every conceivable situation. It’s about being less dependent on government for as long as possible. Those who have proper “preps” will not be waiting for FEMA to distribute emergency supplies to the desperate masses.
Below are five things people new to preparedness (and sometimes even those with experience) often forget as they get ready. All five are common sense notions that do not rely on doomsday in order to be useful. It may be nice to own a tank during the apocalypse but there’s not much you can do with it until things get really crazy. The recommendations below can have places in the lives of average Americans whether doomsday comes or not.
Note: The information provided by this publication or any related communications is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. We do not provide personalized investment, financial, or legal advice.
Secured Wealth
Whether in the bank or held in a retirement account, most Americans feel that their life’s savings is relatively secure. At least they did until the last couple of years when de-banking, geopolitical turmoil, and the threat of Central Bank Digital Currencies reared their ugly heads.
It behooves Americans to diversify their holdings. If there’s a triggering event or series of events that cripple the financial systems or devalue the U.S. Dollar, wealth can evaporate quickly. To hedge against potential turmoil, many Americans are looking in two directions: Crypto and physical precious metals.
There are huge advantages to cryptocurrencies, but there are also inherent risks because “virtual” money can become challenging to spend. Add in the push by central banks and governments to regulate or even replace cryptocurrencies with their own versions they control and the risks amplify. There’s nothing wrong with cryptocurrencies today but things can change rapidly.
As for physical precious metals, many Americans pay cash to keep plenty on hand in their safe. Rolling over or transferring retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs is also a popular option, but there are caveats. It can often take weeks or even months to get the gold and silver shipped if the owner chooses to close their account. This is why Genesis Gold Group stands out. Their relationship with the depositories allows for rapid closure and shipping, often in less than 10 days from the time the account holder makes their move. This can come in handy if things appear to be heading south.
Lots of Potable Water
One of the biggest shocks that hit new preppers is understanding how much potable water they need in order to survive. Experts claim one gallon of water per person per day is necessary. Even the most conservative estimates put it at over half-a-gallon. That means that for a family of four, they’ll need around 120 gallons of water to survive for a month if the taps turn off and the stores empty out.
Being near a fresh water source, whether it’s a river, lake, or well, is a best practice among experienced preppers. It’s necessary to have a water filter as well, even if the taps are still working. Many refuse to drink tap water even when there is no emergency. Berkey was our previous favorite but they’re under attack from regulators so the Alexapure systems are solid replacements.
For those in the city or away from fresh water sources, storage is the best option. This can be challenging because proper water storage containers take up a lot of room and are difficult to move if the need arises. For “bug in” situations, having a larger container that stores hundreds or even thousands of gallons is better than stacking 1-5 gallon containers. Unfortunately, they won’t be easily transportable and they can cost a lot to install.
Water is critical. If chaos erupts and water infrastructure is compromised, having a large backup supply can be lifesaving.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
There are multiple threats specific to the medical supply chain. With Chinese and Indian imports accounting for over 90% of pharmaceutical ingredients in the United States, deteriorating relations could make it impossible to get the medicines and antibiotics many of us need.
Stocking up many prescription medications can be hard. Doctors generally do not like to prescribe large batches of drugs even if they are shelf-stable for extended periods of time. It is a best practice to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a larger amount. Today, some are sympathetic to concerns about pharmacies running out or becoming inaccessible. Tell them your concerns. It’s worth a shot. The worst they can do is say no.
If your doctor is unwilling to help you stock up on medicines, then Jase Medical is a good alternative. Through telehealth, they can prescribe daily meds or antibiotics that are shipped to your door. As proponents of medical freedom, they empathize with those who want to have enough medical supplies on hand in case things go wrong.
Energy Sources
The vast majority of Americans are locked into the grid. This has proven to be a massive liability when the grid goes down. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive remedies.
Those living off-grid had to either spend a lot of money or effort (or both) to get their alternative energy sources like solar set up. For those who do not want to go so far, it’s still a best practice to have backup power sources. Diesel generators and portable solar panels are the two most popular, and while they’re not inexpensive they are not out of reach of most Americans who are concerned about being without power for extended periods of time.
Natural gas is another necessity for many, but that’s far more challenging to replace. Having alternatives for heating and cooking that can be powered if gas and electric grids go down is important. Have a backup for items that require power such as manual can openers. If you’re stuck eating canned foods for a while and all you have is an electric opener, you’ll have problems.
Don’t Forget the Protein
When most think about “prepping,” they think about their food supply. More Americans are turning to gardening and homesteading as ways to produce their own food. Others are working with local farmers and ranchers to purchase directly from the sources. This is a good idea whether doomsday comes or not, but it’s particularly important if the food supply chain is broken.
Most grocery stores have about one to two weeks worth of food, as do most American households. Grocers rely heavily on truckers to receive their ongoing shipments. In a crisis, the current process can fail. It behooves Americans for multiple reasons to localize their food purchases as much as possible.
Long-term storage is another popular option. Canned foods, MREs, and freeze dried meals are selling out quickly even as prices rise. But one component that is conspicuously absent in shelf-stable food is high-quality protein. Most survival food companies offer low quality “protein buckets” or cans of meat, but they are often barely edible.
Prepper All-Naturals offers premium cuts of steak that have been cooked sous vide and freeze dried to give them a 25-year shelf life. They offer Ribeye, NY Strip, and Tenderloin among others.
Having buckets of beans and rice is a good start, but keeping a solid supply of high-quality protein isn’t just healthier. It can help a family maintain normalcy through crises.
Prepare Without Fear
With all the challenges we face as Americans today, it can be emotionally draining. Citizens are scared and there’s nothing irrational about their concerns. Being prepared and making lifestyle changes to secure necessities can go a long way toward overcoming the fears that plague us. We should hope and pray for the best but prepare for the worst. And if the worst does come, then knowing we did what we could to be ready for it will help us face those challenges with confidence.
