Commentary

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As the federal spending bill makes its way through the Senate, Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul found a hilarious way to express his sentiment.

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December 22

Rand Paul derides spending bill with ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Solar energy is often mentioned as a solution to the climate crisis. But solar could be more of a problem than many of us realize.

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December 21

Solar energy may be more of a problem than we realize

Geopolitical Strategist

The U.S. usually relies on Russia and Ukraine to provide "pig iron" for steel production, but the state of Indiana is coming to the rescue.

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December 20

Imported ‘pig iron’ needed for US steel in short supply

Geopolitical Strategist

If the Ukrainian military gets hold of JDAMs, courtesy of the U.S., they will have the ability to strike Russians with pinpoint accuracy.

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December 19

Joint Direct Attack Munitions is a game-changer for Ukraine forces

Geopolitical Strategist

The U.S. has been sending Ukraine weapons not critical to its defense operations. Sending them Patriot missiles is a significant escalation.

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December 16

Sending Ukraine Patriot missiles could significantly impact war

Geopolitical Strategist

Xi Jinping's surprising decision to ease "zero-COVID" restrictions may appease Chinese protestors but it will also lead to millions of deaths.

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December 14

Expect millions of COVID deaths in China in coming weeks

Geopolitical Strategist

us selling tomahawk missiles to japan

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December 13

US selling Japan Tomahawk missiles in military defense buildup

Geopolitical Strategist

As more regions experience extreme weather, some experts say it's time to worry about how climate change will impact our food supply.

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December 12

It’s time to worry about climate change impact on our food

Geopolitical Strategist

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) last week prevented yet another attempt by big government to exert control over the marketplace.

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December 12

Senator Paul addresses the Senate regarding his position on antitrust

U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Ukraine launched modified Soviet-era drones at two military bases inside Russia, changing the geography of the war.

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December 8

Ukraine’s home-modified drones strike Russian bases

Geopolitical Strategist