Things are just not going according to the plans of the “elites” who intend to seize and hold high governmental power in the United States, and throughout the world. Several major initiatives have been implemented, with the expectation that people would simply roll over for all of it. Yet from Cheyenne Wyoming to Austin Texas, to Ottawa and other major national capitols throughout the world, common citizens are refusing to comply.
Even the latest Covid “variant” scam, with its monotonously predictable demands for more masks and vaxes, is failing to achieve the necessary fear factor, by which citizens were stampeded into submission and oppression only three years ago. Now, with the exception of a few hopelessly mind-numbed Democrats, the overwhelming reaction to institutionalized fear mongering is cynicism and derision. And why not? Every single government proclamation of impending doom and calamity, backed by the full faith and credit of the WHO and CDC, has proven to be a brazen lie, with purely political motivations. Fool me how many times?
It has now become inescapably clear that from the start, the sole intention of those fanning the flames of fear and doom, first from the virus, and then from all the riots and discord of 2020, was to force citizens to retreat to their homes, so the leftists/Globalists could engage in their manipulations and chicanery of the 2020 Presidential Election. Turmoil and discord are always necessary to wrest power from the people and ever after entrench it in the hands of the Elites.
Fortunately for free people everywhere, several key components of their effort thoroughly failed to come together. Somehow, the Democrats ended up with a “candidate” who clearly couldn’t complete a coherent sentence on his own, let alone establish national policy within any consistent framework. Efforts to paint a competent face on the Biden/Obama cabal have been desperate and chaotic. The whole affair would be thoroughly comical, were its implications not so potentially dire for America, and the rest of the free world.
In the Middle-East, where the strength and resolve of the Trump White House had devastated Muslim terrorists from Tehran to Kabul, and ISIS appeared to be a thing of the past, the sudden resurgence of the islamists reflected their awareness that the Biden/Obama cabal had provided a window of opportunity for their resurgence. Meanwhile, a surreal “war” spontaneously erupted between Russia and Ukraine, with little rhyme or reason, and no seeming end game, other than the massive infusion of American dollars and Deep State rallying of support (from both Democrats and RINOs) for who knows what real reason?
All the leftist grandstanding of the inherent superiority and virtue of its driving ideology, Marxism, on every topic from the economic bliss of socialism to the omnipresent bogey man of climate alarmism, has begun to ring very hollow as reality hits home. American buying power is being devastated by an inflation rate that is several times higher than official stats. And the American quality of life is definitely taking a hit on every other front as well.
Worst of all for the left, Donald Trump has bucked the historical pattern for prominent public figures, who typically cave and go crawling into a hole somewhere, once the coordinated attacks of the D.C. Swamp and its Fake News parrots go into high gear. Rather than backing off, President Trump has used every public attack as an occasion to re-emphasize both the successes of his first term, and the total fraud by which his second term has thus far been wrested from him, and from America. Rather than leaving the American people leaderless and dispirited, President Trump is continuing to remind them of what it at stake, and how our side needs to unify and commit to the battle, in order to prevail.
In this regard, the corrupt and phony indictments and all other “legal” gymnastics of the leftists/Globalists have thoroughly backfired. In total contrast to their hopes that President Trump’s “legal” entanglements might cost him politically, he is more popular than ever, and his base of support is vigorously digging in for the upcoming battle over the Constitution and the rule of law. This is unprecedented and leftists are appalled. It just isn’t how everything was supposed to be going!
So as 2024 approaches, and the presidential campaign season gets fully underway, what do leftist Democrats and Deep State RINOs plan to do, in order to maintain control of the process and the country? Clearly, they have not sufficiently consolidated their illicit hold on power that they can confidently steal another election as they did in 2020.
Their plans are transparent as cellophane, and reflect sheer panic among the “Ruling Class.” They managed to assemble a second string of “Republican” candidates who, despite being well funded, are absolutely failing to connect with the Citizen on Main Street. If anything, participation in this “wannabe” effort is having the exact opposite effect of previous presidential contests. Whereas former candidates could, in times past, count on an initial “run” for the office to bolster their standing in subsequent election cycles, those “Republicans” attempting to gain credence on that basis in the 2024 race are looking ever more pathetic and untrustworthy. It is likely that every one of them will be too much “damaged goods” to ever succeed in any future race.
Republican “Establishment” retreads, from Liz Cheney of Wyoming to Mitt Romney of Utah, have either been soundly booted from office, or are seeing such bad numbers that they opt to “retire” before facing the humiliation of a thorough drubbing at the polls. On to CNN and MSNBC they flock, loudly spewing their self-glorification to ever dwindling audiences. And all their squalling of a “government shutdown” or other impending catastrophe rings totally hollow.
What has become inescapably clear in the past three years, but particularly in recent months, is that no amount of leftist Democrat and RINO manipulations will pull the wool back over the eyes of “We the People,” now that it has been removed, and the sheer ugliness of their ideology and agenda is out in the open for all to see. Americans have had their fill of the self-serving “Deep State.” From City Halls to State Houses in every “Red” jurisdiction, We the People refuse to accept the fate planned for us by the leftists. Only a full blown foray into tinhorn dictatorship can accomplish such a transformation of the Nation. And Americans have no intention of passively accepting that.
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.
