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How the Trump Administration Should Counter Putin’s Policies in Ukraine and Venezuela

Posted on by johnbarleycorn12

If Nicolás Maduro is removed from office in Venezuela, Putin might act as he did when a popular revolution overthrew Yanukovych in Ukraine, in 2014: with a surprise invasion of the Crimea. This time, Putin may launch a surprise naval and land attack on
— Read on www.gatestoneinstitute.org/13795/trump-putin-ukraine-venezuela

In this case Russia and China are who we are really fighting. They have much invested in this dictator and do not want to lose their power and leverage over a small but oil rich country. Maduro treats his people much like the citizens of Russia and China get treated, birds of a feather.

What Real Social Justice Looks Like | Mises Wire

Posted on by johnbarleycorn12

News media has been buzzing lately about the “Paycheck Fairness Act” sponsored primarily by Democratic elected officials in Congress.
— Read on mises.org/wire/what-real-social-justice-looks

Looking to politicians for solutions. Are they the solution or the problem? We have to remind ourselves that most politicians are focused on the next election cycle before anything else. They want the power and attention that comes with public office, plus the perks that come later, like fat pensions, and revolving door jobs as lobbyists and consultants. JohnBarleycorn