After NOT having any time off from commentary in the year 2025, this author and blogger is taking a 2 week hiatus from posting any entries, as I go on vacation.
I expect to be back on Tuesday June 24, knowing a lot of disturbing news will occur in the interim, but everyone needs a break.
I will “see” my readers and followers later in the month, and wish everyone the best in a difficult time.
Donald Trump is threatening heavy force against any protesters at his Birthday Military Parade on this Saturday, June 14.
It is expected that there will be “No Kings” Marches all over the nation, including in Washington, DC, so this is a very worrisome situation.
There are hints that he may invoke the Insurrection Act of 1807, even though normal demonstrations and freedom of assembly are protected by the First Amendment.
There is a sense of foreboding of what is about to occur over the next few days and weeks.
The thought that the US Marines are being given the role of military force against civilians is a shock to all decent Americans, and a danger sign of authoritarianism potentially coming.
This is a very tense time in America, as it, seemingly, is veering toward a possible, dangerous turning point that threatens American democracy, the rule of law, and the Bill of Rights.