We have now reached the stage where pity has overtaken admiration for America. Trump's backlot facade is now seen for what it is, a nation bleeding out from a self inflicted President.
So worried to still be hearing from so many decent Americans that they still assume the 2026 elections will be conducted based on some sort of established rules or norms. You really ought to know better by now in the light of everything this vile regime has already done. You think they're not going to ratchet up? You think free and fair elections are still a given? The mid-terms will be open warfare; a blitzkrieg of corruption, immorality and illegality. If you think otherwise you haven't been paying attention. Wake up Better America before it's too late.
Apparently a large percentage of the population is still asleep to the dangers they face. It is little comfort that the Trump regime was voted in by only 34% of the population. It seems to me that all those who did not vote are as equally guilty as that 34% of bringing this chaos into the US and the World. Don’t forget, those in the US moaning about the price of gas, there are people in other parts of the world literally facing starvation.
We need to galvanize the opposition. A meaningless war? Possible draft? Shitty economy with poor job prospects? Threatening women’s rights and those of minorities? Shouldn’t that activate the younger generations?
There is brewing a confrontation over the next seven months between those who want to demolish democracy as we have known it and those who want to preserve it. We know the Trumphukians with the backing of the billionaire class and the extreme magaevangelical faux Christians (a la Putrid Hogsbreath the War Chief) will invent several means to subvert the midterms. The voting rights debacle is just the opening salvo. Understand this CABAL is about destruction of the United States as a pluralistic nation. They want to control the narrative and control the outcomes. It’s all going in accordance to the explicit roadmap on their kampf — Project 2025. They have been preparing the path toward autocratic rule by a white oligarchy for decades. The words of Nasty Nosferatu Steven the Niller—the hater of anything “cosmopolitan” show the depth of their animosity to a pluralistic society. Underlying this are two (maybe three) thrusts: the nihilistic mega billionaires who got theirs and want no restraints on keeping and expanding their realms with racist, misogynistic and nihilistic concepts à la Masters of the Universe; a revanchist white nationalist Christianity that decries diversity and seeks to impose their religious principles on the Nation. The third — well it’s just pure self aggrandizing corruption by a conniving, unscrupulous gang that has been installed by the other two movements and allowed to rampage as long as they are allowed to pursue their objectives unrestrained. Let’s call them
The Greater Trumphukians and recognize that along with them are allied gangs and criminal operations of others who ride on the wave of money and violence worldwide — be it Putin or Orban or the Saudi Sheiks.
Those of us who believe in democracy and principles of equal rights must stand up to these combined forces—dare I say forces of evil. I fear this struggle will become nasty and likely violent as the CABAL will pull no punches to keep their ill gotten gains.
I've been saying the same thing, here in my little corner of Canada.
There seems to be an insurmountable task of shaking and waking the public up to what is happening.
Apparently, keeping people glued to their screens and away from the knowledge of truth is the path to domination. Tech Bros and puppet reality show host are the best in the business.
Get off the fucking screens and meet your neighbours. See in real time what is happening. Mobilize NOW!
The World is watching the rapid and seemingly unchecked destruction of democracy in USA. Europe, Canada, Australia and the UK are quietly turning away from the malignancy. With, the exceptions of similalry minded, motivated and mendacious proto-fascists in all oir countries we who consider ourselves 'progressives' must stand together, call out their abominations and generate a Hungarian spirit.
Down heah in South Crackerlina I’ve found several likeminded neighbors and we’re working to oust Lascivious Lindsey and replace him with Dr. Annie Andrews, but even though he’s such a putz it’s amazing how difficult it is to 86 him!
As well as being a turncoat from what I've read Between 1.0 and 2.0? Similar with VP. How many compromised, power- hungry misogynists live down there?
Screamin' from the rooftops here, "Ignore the constantly circulating chaos, designed to distract from the ONE key case that will dismantle the Oligarchy, stone by unturned stone. Full press on the Epstein Files by EVERYONE committed to justice to take down TRUMP. Guaranteed he will sing like a canary once he knows his own future is at stake. Unravel the threads and take down everyone. Use Trump's corruption against him. Plea deal? Sure. From sentenced death penalty to life with no option for parole nor spa-jail such as GM is enjoying.
Poor Mosquitoes. I Google mapped that location as soon as I heard about his intentions. Then it was being used as an out-of-eysight location to drag race cars, photos were attached to the location. Now when you look from above, lots of white buildings.
If I recall from my research, it was meant to be an international airport outside Miami, to allow space for urban sprawl in the city in the '60's The approvals were quashed.
I took screengrabs of my findings but not able to post in comments. I haven't written a post about it as AA seems to be out of general attention now.
Wellll… makes one wonder who is still incarcerated there and their status. The Trumphukian rush to build 10s more “warehouses” as people storage raises huge concerns. Come the midterms how many “enemies of the state” will be rounded up and stashed away?
I do not know when the most recent satellite shots were knitted together but within the last year for certain. On April 7th Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport July 12, 2025, Google Maps did not show any activity at the airstrip yet. At the jog in highway 41 between Miami and Naples if you are curious.
I was going to contribute my two cents, but after reading the comments that have already been left…. I feel that there is little more that can be added. Except, maybe… thank you for your usual assessments Martin. They are, as always, spot on. And the commenters have also rearranged the deck chairs on our sinking ship … Supreme Court travesty is dismantling our country, handily. The dissenting judges, furiously notwithstanding. I hesitate to say that what might be left? A second civil war or a polite political divorce? Is it time to separate? Give up on our Union altogether? I had 12 ancestors on the Mayflower, ancestors who were Early Planters of Jamestown, and the founders of St Mary’s, Maryland… Capt Silas Talbot of the USS Constitution was my great grandfather x a few generations…both sides of my family have a 400 year history on this continent. But all thing have a beginning and a … time of change? What will we become?
Thank you as ever for your thoughts Linda. This is going to be a very bumpy ride, of that there is no question. This regime WILL fall, I have no hesitation making that statement. My real fears are for what comes next. Politicians have become so disconnected from the people, I simply fear a Republican lite regime.
It’s the court that’s been bought, the IT Moguls that think they have a say and are beyond fascist in beliefs…some having written or orally pronounced their beliefs in superior races and annihilation or removal of inferior classes. They seek to buy the rights to the ownership of this company/country. Miller is one of their operating protégés. In other words… we have many political figures and fires to fight. Our current dunderhead egomaniac is only one.
We are in civil war , government is not functioning overrun by criminals our Constitution is optional. All that's left is revolution. With few exceptions the Democrats are already Republican lite . Worse than Republican lite it could a fascist right , several left MAGA , MTG and Carlson their ilk are waiting in the wings of grift land.
Adolf Hitler never won a free, majority national election. His Nazi party peaked at 37.3% in July 1932, but he was appointed Chancellor in January 1933. After dismantling democracy, a 1934 referendum showed 89.93% approval in a controlled, non-free vote.
We are facing a manipulated election, voter suppression and possibly vote count tapering on the tabulation process. It will be a miracle if Dems win…. A miracle because Trump has his people in the right places to make sure he wins .
The stupidity of the MAGA cult is beyond belief. But they are loyal idiots and will never have an awakening.
I’m embarrassed by the total failure of our Congress to act in its power to take control over this pending disaster . We are lacking in leadership and integrity. AIPAC and the corporate elite are in control .
O say can you see ? By the dawns early light ?
A sad day is dawning ….
……..
O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
I stand solemnly , waiting and watching for those stars and stripes to shine ….
Where is the financial demarcation line between the 'average' citizen and the corporate elite? Aren't most successful politicians considered wealthy, or at least rich, to have had enough backing; entering their race. Representatives are already in the pockets of the oligarchs no matter the tie colour/scarf they knot each morning. (There will be fewer and fewer scarves, BTW.)
That line of demarcation is flexible depending on your geography . But if you never look at the price of gas , the cost of eggs or hamburger, or the cost to buy back packs and new sneakers …. You are not in the mainstream . Anyone who can be bankrupted by an illness , is not elite . There is excessive wealth in our country , who have risen by buying influence and laws to protect them . These administrative structures supporting privilege must be reexamined and replaced with new policy. The avg American is not thriving . Is not living in excess , and is watching the gas pump . The elite class never goes to buy bananas or milk . Wealth that puts you in a bubble …. That’s where we are .
I doubt there are any in Congress or the Senate who are feeling the anxiousness in their own households. THAT may be why they ALL need to go. People should not be elected because of their wealth or connections it brings to other wealthy players. Instead, they should be struck from running.
The ONLY reason a candidate must be wealthy to run for office is that Wealthy People have created THAT impediment to keep honest people out of the Casino... err... Congress while they play high stakes with YOUR money.
Martin, excellent essay, as always. The transnational criminal organization formerly known as the GOP has played a long game. Despite the work of many citizens to fight fascism, it seems to me the battle is lost.
In her comment above Linda Boddy asks, "Is it time to separate? Give up on our Union altogether?"
My response to these queries is a resounding YES! I don't want to live on the same planet with people who vote in a fascist government, much less in the same country. The process of separation has already begun through the processes of soft secession and oppositional federalism. Events have gone too far to reclaim even a semblance of what the United States once was. Trust, once lost, is very difficult to restore. Time to end the US as a single entity and establish compacts for like-minded states.
That’s a damning observation Mary, you are far more qualified to make it than I. My primary concern is those at the bottom who are about to feel unspeakable financial distress not of their doing, but as a result of this regimes gross incompetence. It’s criminal.
I absolutely agree that nearly everything about this regime is criminal. Sadly, at least so far, no one has been held to account. I am beyond distressed that young people are unable to find employment, let alone older, more experienced people who have so much to offer. I hope I'm wrong to see nothing but dark clouds.
Watching from Canada, I'm bewildered that Americans still don't understand the gravity of the situation. Clearly the country is in denial about the capture of their Government and Institutions by Trump's fascist Regime. All I hear are the ridiculous chants of "Wait until the Midterms when it will all (magically) change." South Koreans brought down a corrupt President within weeks last December. Several peaceful Revolutions in Eastern Europe brought down Communism (Velvet Revolution, Solidarnosz, many 'colour' Revolutions). The template is there America, what are you waiting for?
I don’t think anything will happen till shit hits the fan badly,Americans (generally) are to worried about going to jail or getting shot. And with the lame media (not including Democracy Now,Substack etc.) people are not getting truthful facts. The general public seems to forget the Current Administration will stop AT NOTHING to hold on to power. And the warehouses,ICE.
So worried to still be hearing from so many decent Americans that they still assume the 2026 elections will be conducted based on some sort of established rules or norms. You really ought to know better by now in the light of everything this vile regime has already done. You think they're not going to ratchet up? You think free and fair elections are still a given? The mid-terms will be open warfare; a blitzkrieg of corruption, immorality and illegality. If you think otherwise you haven't been paying attention. Wake up Better America before it's too late.
A generation lost in space….
Apparently a large percentage of the population is still asleep to the dangers they face. It is little comfort that the Trump regime was voted in by only 34% of the population. It seems to me that all those who did not vote are as equally guilty as that 34% of bringing this chaos into the US and the World. Don’t forget, those in the US moaning about the price of gas, there are people in other parts of the world literally facing starvation.
We need to galvanize the opposition. A meaningless war? Possible draft? Shitty economy with poor job prospects? Threatening women’s rights and those of minorities? Shouldn’t that activate the younger generations?
I can’t understand their passivity.
There is brewing a confrontation over the next seven months between those who want to demolish democracy as we have known it and those who want to preserve it. We know the Trumphukians with the backing of the billionaire class and the extreme magaevangelical faux Christians (a la Putrid Hogsbreath the War Chief) will invent several means to subvert the midterms. The voting rights debacle is just the opening salvo. Understand this CABAL is about destruction of the United States as a pluralistic nation. They want to control the narrative and control the outcomes. It’s all going in accordance to the explicit roadmap on their kampf — Project 2025. They have been preparing the path toward autocratic rule by a white oligarchy for decades. The words of Nasty Nosferatu Steven the Niller—the hater of anything “cosmopolitan” show the depth of their animosity to a pluralistic society. Underlying this are two (maybe three) thrusts: the nihilistic mega billionaires who got theirs and want no restraints on keeping and expanding their realms with racist, misogynistic and nihilistic concepts à la Masters of the Universe; a revanchist white nationalist Christianity that decries diversity and seeks to impose their religious principles on the Nation. The third — well it’s just pure self aggrandizing corruption by a conniving, unscrupulous gang that has been installed by the other two movements and allowed to rampage as long as they are allowed to pursue their objectives unrestrained. Let’s call them
The Greater Trumphukians and recognize that along with them are allied gangs and criminal operations of others who ride on the wave of money and violence worldwide — be it Putin or Orban or the Saudi Sheiks.
Those of us who believe in democracy and principles of equal rights must stand up to these combined forces—dare I say forces of evil. I fear this struggle will become nasty and likely violent as the CABAL will pull no punches to keep their ill gotten gains.
Great contribution to the conversation Richard, we clearly inhabit the same headspace.
Unfortunately there are not enough of us yet!
Reach out!
I've been saying the same thing, here in my little corner of Canada.
There seems to be an insurmountable task of shaking and waking the public up to what is happening.
Apparently, keeping people glued to their screens and away from the knowledge of truth is the path to domination. Tech Bros and puppet reality show host are the best in the business.
Get off the fucking screens and meet your neighbours. See in real time what is happening. Mobilize NOW!
The world is watching.
The World is watching the rapid and seemingly unchecked destruction of democracy in USA. Europe, Canada, Australia and the UK are quietly turning away from the malignancy. With, the exceptions of similalry minded, motivated and mendacious proto-fascists in all oir countries we who consider ourselves 'progressives' must stand together, call out their abominations and generate a Hungarian spirit.
Down heah in South Crackerlina I’ve found several likeminded neighbors and we’re working to oust Lascivious Lindsey and replace him with Dr. Annie Andrews, but even though he’s such a putz it’s amazing how difficult it is to 86 him!
As well as being a turncoat from what I've read Between 1.0 and 2.0? Similar with VP. How many compromised, power- hungry misogynists live down there?
Screamin' from the rooftops here, "Ignore the constantly circulating chaos, designed to distract from the ONE key case that will dismantle the Oligarchy, stone by unturned stone. Full press on the Epstein Files by EVERYONE committed to justice to take down TRUMP. Guaranteed he will sing like a canary once he knows his own future is at stake. Unravel the threads and take down everyone. Use Trump's corruption against him. Plea deal? Sure. From sentenced death penalty to life with no option for parole nor spa-jail such as GM is enjoying.
I’m thinking life (what’s left of it) in Alligator Alcatraz with no mosquito repellent 🦟!!
Poor Mosquitoes. I Google mapped that location as soon as I heard about his intentions. Then it was being used as an out-of-eysight location to drag race cars, photos were attached to the location. Now when you look from above, lots of white buildings.
If I recall from my research, it was meant to be an international airport outside Miami, to allow space for urban sprawl in the city in the '60's The approvals were quashed.
I took screengrabs of my findings but not able to post in comments. I haven't written a post about it as AA seems to be out of general attention now.
Wellll… makes one wonder who is still incarcerated there and their status. The Trumphukian rush to build 10s more “warehouses” as people storage raises huge concerns. Come the midterms how many “enemies of the state” will be rounded up and stashed away?
I do not know when the most recent satellite shots were knitted together but within the last year for certain. On April 7th Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport July 12, 2025, Google Maps did not show any activity at the airstrip yet. At the jog in highway 41 between Miami and Naples if you are curious.
GOP / MAGA are the Modern Day Confederacy. SCOTUS is corrupt. Robes instead of hoods. Seditionist, a betrayal to this country. It's abhorrent.
I was going to contribute my two cents, but after reading the comments that have already been left…. I feel that there is little more that can be added. Except, maybe… thank you for your usual assessments Martin. They are, as always, spot on. And the commenters have also rearranged the deck chairs on our sinking ship … Supreme Court travesty is dismantling our country, handily. The dissenting judges, furiously notwithstanding. I hesitate to say that what might be left? A second civil war or a polite political divorce? Is it time to separate? Give up on our Union altogether? I had 12 ancestors on the Mayflower, ancestors who were Early Planters of Jamestown, and the founders of St Mary’s, Maryland… Capt Silas Talbot of the USS Constitution was my great grandfather x a few generations…both sides of my family have a 400 year history on this continent. But all thing have a beginning and a … time of change? What will we become?
Thank you as ever for your thoughts Linda. This is going to be a very bumpy ride, of that there is no question. This regime WILL fall, I have no hesitation making that statement. My real fears are for what comes next. Politicians have become so disconnected from the people, I simply fear a Republican lite regime.
It’s the court that’s been bought, the IT Moguls that think they have a say and are beyond fascist in beliefs…some having written or orally pronounced their beliefs in superior races and annihilation or removal of inferior classes. They seek to buy the rights to the ownership of this company/country. Miller is one of their operating protégés. In other words… we have many political figures and fires to fight. Our current dunderhead egomaniac is only one.
There is a true cabal with Donnie J. Trumphuk as their useful tool (for now)….
We are in civil war , government is not functioning overrun by criminals our Constitution is optional. All that's left is revolution. With few exceptions the Democrats are already Republican lite . Worse than Republican lite it could a fascist right , several left MAGA , MTG and Carlson their ilk are waiting in the wings of grift land.
The battle lines are being drawn. It’s time to go all out against the Trumphukian CABAL.
To feel the same pain as the ORIGINAL indigenous people of the land felt when the Mayflower arrived. Are you ready for that?
People get the politicians they deserve and boy do Americans deserve something for electing mango Mussolini twice.
Yup …. They thought they’d elect someone as stoooopid as them!!! He’s shown them a thing or two about being stoooopid!
Trump self inflicted the Iran conflict!
Hitler won election with 37% % of the vote
Adolf Hitler never won a free, majority national election. His Nazi party peaked at 37.3% in July 1932, but he was appointed Chancellor in January 1933. After dismantling democracy, a 1934 referendum showed 89.93% approval in a controlled, non-free vote.
We are facing a manipulated election, voter suppression and possibly vote count tapering on the tabulation process. It will be a miracle if Dems win…. A miracle because Trump has his people in the right places to make sure he wins .
The stupidity of the MAGA cult is beyond belief. But they are loyal idiots and will never have an awakening.
I’m embarrassed by the total failure of our Congress to act in its power to take control over this pending disaster . We are lacking in leadership and integrity. AIPAC and the corporate elite are in control .
O say can you see ? By the dawns early light ?
A sad day is dawning ….
……..
O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave?
I stand solemnly , waiting and watching for those stars and stripes to shine ….
We can not fail .
Where is the financial demarcation line between the 'average' citizen and the corporate elite? Aren't most successful politicians considered wealthy, or at least rich, to have had enough backing; entering their race. Representatives are already in the pockets of the oligarchs no matter the tie colour/scarf they knot each morning. (There will be fewer and fewer scarves, BTW.)
That line of demarcation is flexible depending on your geography . But if you never look at the price of gas , the cost of eggs or hamburger, or the cost to buy back packs and new sneakers …. You are not in the mainstream . Anyone who can be bankrupted by an illness , is not elite . There is excessive wealth in our country , who have risen by buying influence and laws to protect them . These administrative structures supporting privilege must be reexamined and replaced with new policy. The avg American is not thriving . Is not living in excess , and is watching the gas pump . The elite class never goes to buy bananas or milk . Wealth that puts you in a bubble …. That’s where we are .
I doubt there are any in Congress or the Senate who are feeling the anxiousness in their own households. THAT may be why they ALL need to go. People should not be elected because of their wealth or connections it brings to other wealthy players. Instead, they should be struck from running.
The ONLY reason a candidate must be wealthy to run for office is that Wealthy People have created THAT impediment to keep honest people out of the Casino... err... Congress while they play high stakes with YOUR money.
Martin, excellent essay, as always. The transnational criminal organization formerly known as the GOP has played a long game. Despite the work of many citizens to fight fascism, it seems to me the battle is lost.
In her comment above Linda Boddy asks, "Is it time to separate? Give up on our Union altogether?"
My response to these queries is a resounding YES! I don't want to live on the same planet with people who vote in a fascist government, much less in the same country. The process of separation has already begun through the processes of soft secession and oppositional federalism. Events have gone too far to reclaim even a semblance of what the United States once was. Trust, once lost, is very difficult to restore. Time to end the US as a single entity and establish compacts for like-minded states.
That’s a damning observation Mary, you are far more qualified to make it than I. My primary concern is those at the bottom who are about to feel unspeakable financial distress not of their doing, but as a result of this regimes gross incompetence. It’s criminal.
I absolutely agree that nearly everything about this regime is criminal. Sadly, at least so far, no one has been held to account. I am beyond distressed that young people are unable to find employment, let alone older, more experienced people who have so much to offer. I hope I'm wrong to see nothing but dark clouds.
Watching from Canada, I'm bewildered that Americans still don't understand the gravity of the situation. Clearly the country is in denial about the capture of their Government and Institutions by Trump's fascist Regime. All I hear are the ridiculous chants of "Wait until the Midterms when it will all (magically) change." South Koreans brought down a corrupt President within weeks last December. Several peaceful Revolutions in Eastern Europe brought down Communism (Velvet Revolution, Solidarnosz, many 'colour' Revolutions). The template is there America, what are you waiting for?
I don’t think anything will happen till shit hits the fan badly,Americans (generally) are to worried about going to jail or getting shot. And with the lame media (not including Democracy Now,Substack etc.) people are not getting truthful facts. The general public seems to forget the Current Administration will stop AT NOTHING to hold on to power. And the warehouses,ICE.