When the Founding Fathers established the Bill of Rights, they listed freedom of speech and the press immediately after freedom of religion. Ultimately, people have the right to express in word and print those truths of Faith and conscience to which they ascribe. Every signer of the Constitution, and every member of every state assembly ratifying it, knew full well that contentious discourse on the issues of the day was sure to follow. Yet, understanding that a rightfully established government need not fear a spirited debate, they agreed to our National Charter.
Free speech, and even freely expressed protests against perceived wrongs committed by the government pose no inherent threat to it, but only if it seeks to abide lawfully within the framework established for it at the founding of the Nation. When those in high office are operating with integrity, no amount of truth can be a detriment to them. In fact, if government somehow becomes detached and attempts to be isolated from accountability to the citizenry, a righteous rebuke can have a cleansing effect on it.
Of course everything changes, once efforts to corrupt the scope and function of government gain a toehold from within. And any honest appraisal of the growing monster inside the Beltway must concede that it passed that milestone a long time ago. Currently, the efforts of honest Americans, from national figures down to the farmers and shop keepers on Main Street, are to figure out how to rein in the malignancy that has supplanted government “Of, By, and For the People.” American Government is now fully at war with the American people.
The stage was actually being set throughout the past several decades. It is hard to know exactly when the boundaries of propriety and legality were breached, but by the 1990s, Bill Clinton was already weaponizing the IRS against his political enemies. George W. Bush did little to bring anyone to accountability, and actually allowed several corrupt, agenda-driven Clinton appointees to remain in office. That turned out to be the ugly reality of his “New Tone.”
Of course everything went onto steroids under the thoroughly corrupt and vindictive administration of Barack Obama. While some gullible minions believed his plans to “fundamentally transform” America would usher in a golden age of socialist “utopia,” the grim reality was a thoroughly corrupted and weaponized DOJ and FBI, along with virtually every other government agency. They now wreak havoc on the Constitution and Bill of Rights with each passing day. Clearly, America is no longer the “Land of the Free.” Transformation nearly complete!
Yet the evil entity supplanting our Constitutional Republic is hardly invincible. And the increasingly outrageous behavior of its detestable “inner circle” proves that its members know it. As they get ever more vile and extreme in their actions, they become more paranoid. A such a juncture, the single thing that strikes the greatest fear into an illegitimate government is a general awareness of its illegitimacy among those subjugated to it. The latest attacks on President Trump stand as inarguable proof of this!
From 2016 to the present, leftists from those little Twitter trolls all the way up to candidate Hillary Clinton and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, made regular accusations against President Trump, claiming for every absurd reason that he should not be in the White House. And while they were annoying, he wasn’t overly bothered by them, since he knew his position was secure and he had the National Mandate he needed to pursue his promise of “Making America Great Again.”
Claims that President Trump was lawfully defeated in an honorable and secure election in 2020 stand in stark contrast to the obvious absurdities of the nearly non-existent Biden “campaign,” as well as the outrageous events of Election Day, and the early hours of the morning after. From that point forward, the leftist/Globalist monster that illegally wormed its way into power has been on an obsessive quest to silence every threat posed by the least suggestion of its treasonous behavior.
These latest bogus “indictments” may be totally beyond any sense or reason. Yet in one respect, they are totally predictable. Having committed the vilest of attacks on our Nation in its history, there is no turning back. Leftists have no option but keep pressing forward in order to escape accountability. So the attacks are an inevitable continuation of the previous crimes and propaganda. A return of the President to the White House in January 2025 would portend the total unmasking of the Deep State, and accountability for the guilty. This is a risk they simply cannot afford to take. So any means of preventing it is within the realm of possibility.
“Special Counsel” Jack Smith, the current attack dog sent to bring down President Trump (though he is certainly operating under orders from much higher up), is now attempting to silence President Trump and all the evidence that might be unearthed during the discovery phase of any upcoming trial. Leftists viciously attack the President of the United States with every bogus accusation they can concoct, and then try to keep the facts of the situation from being made public!
Predictably, Smith plays the “victim,” claiming that Trump’s warning “If you go after me, I’m coming after you!” is a threat. And on this basis, the Swamp seeks to hide its sedition during his first term and the realities of the 2020 Election somewhere behind the same closed doors as the “mysterious” death of Seth Rich, the “suicide” of Jeffrey Epstein, and the sequestering of the entire “client list” of perverts and rapists who visited his infamous island. Do we see a pattern here? This outrage is not only against President Trump, but every decent, honest American!
“Republicans” who ignore the flagrant criminality of the DOJ/FBI and join in with this abomination of justice are either proving their allegiance to the anti-America ideology of the left, or are such shameless opportunists that they are willing to see President Trump taken down, believing they can then restore their insipid Republican Establishment with its totally self-serving “Business as Usual.” In either case, the real message Americans should take away from this is that the corruption is “bipartisan,” and needs to be expunged from both sides of the aisle.
Either way, the one benefit of this ugly moment in the course of our Nation is that the mask is coming off of both camps. Leftists can be seen as the imminent danger to the American ideal that they are, and the RINO enablers prove themselves to be dupes and lackeys who ultimately do the bidding of the enemy. Going forward, neither camp can ever again credibly claim to be the voice of “We the People.”
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.
