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This is a succinct discussion of the dangers of identity politics. Quote: "My view on identity politics is that it can be justified only if everyone of any ethnicity is entitled to participate, in which case it is necessary for all (because failing to assert it, as when White people of European ancestry fail to assert it lest they be branded as “racists”, means leaving oneself and one’s group defenseless against competition for resources and opportunity). Alternatively, lest any group be denied its identity while others assert their own, group identity must be equitably denied to everyone."  And,  "In short, identity politics should either be shut down immediately, or the majority populations of Europe and North America should be encouraged to assert their own ethnic and cultural identities and group interests with full force. Any governmental, academic, religious, or media authority which tries to prevent it is clearly unworthy of respect and obedience."     https://www.theburningplatform.com/2018/05/24/what-does-the-worlds-smartest-man-think-of-identity-politics/  After reading this it should be abundantly clear that the political left and it's promotion of identify politics proves once again that they are not nearly as smart as they think they are.

See if the contents of this piece disturb you.  It did me even though it is something I have known for a good while.  Nonetheless, it still bothers me to read the words written by someone else.  Quote: "Think about this – a significant portion of our country, including a majority of its elite, thinks that it’s A-OK for a Democrat administration to spy on a Republican candidate. Think hard about that. And think about whether or not we can ever put the pieces of our shattered republic back together again if we can’t even agree that using government power against our political enemies is a bad thing. But the terrifying truth is that liberals and their Never Trump enablers actually think this kind of tyranny is a good thing. You see, they think Normal Americans are so transcendently awful (and, even more importantly, that the elite’s power so precious) that all is fair in order to stifle their opponents’ collective voice."  And,  "Do you note the underlying premise, that they assume it is they who will be wielding the power to oppress? Good luck with that. We cannot have a functioning republic where about half of the population actively supports the trappings of tyranny. We can’t. No nation, especially one full of citizens who zealously guard their freedom, can tolerate a double standard for political behavior. It won’t be double for long. The New Rules, should they become ingrained in our systems, will inevitably go both ways. They are going to hate the New Rules."    http://libertyvideonews.com/you-are-not-oppressed-dave-ruben-takes-on-protesters/ 

This is sad but true discussion of the thinking that drives progressives/political left to relentlessly pursue their objectives.  Their absence of ethics and moral standards gives them the freedom to act with impunity on their impulsive, illegitimate and amoral objectives.  This piece explains.  Quote: "No matter what agenda the left is focused on, they are undoubtedly committed to it in ways that conservatives seem unable to achieve. Liberals stick together on every issue bound by the belief that they are working towards creating a better world, a state-run Utopia if you will, where everyone is equal, and no one is treated unfairly. Liberals, being collectivists, are willing to commit all their efforts in the push for this Utopia while conservatives, on the other hand, being individualists, have a hard time uniting around the very principles we claim to believe in. The nation is founded upon the principles of individual liberty, not collectivism; however, collectivism is one of the biggest attributes the left possesses as they all work in unison pushing the same narrative. The media certainly plays a role in this as they seem to be telling their audience what to believe about the issues facing us today. The left has demonstrated that they are willing to lie, cheat and steal their way to the achievement of any goal. This is because they are operating on an “ends justify the means” mentality. This essentially means that the end goal of a state-run Utopia would ultimately create a better world for everyone; therefore, whatever method is employed in achieving it, is justified. They do not hold themselves back by notions of morality or concepts of right and wrong. If, for example, the passage of red flag gun confiscation laws leads to innocent people being disarmed for no reason and without due process there is no wrong committed because the end goal of ending the second amendment is being advanced. The conservative, or anyone who believes in principles and universal morality, would see this as an absolute wrong. To deprive an individual of liberty when they’ve broken no law while murderers are still murdering is the most egregious wrong that could be committed by the state. To the left, there is no right or wrong, only in the context of advancing socialism. If it serves to break down American culture while creating a socialist state, it is right as far as they are concerned."    https://freedomoutpost.com/means-and-ends-morality/

This is a very, very interesting piece.  It deals with the North Korean situation and what slight of hand Trump may be pulling off.  If this is his strategy let's all hope it succeeds. It will be a really good deal for all concerned, except maybe China.  Quote: "My prediction based on available evidence and trends throughout the rest of the world is that NK and SK are being set up to become a sovereign trading block with links to both western and eastern markets. Trump does not want regime change there – what he wants is strong leadership and for the country to remain sovereign. Weak men do not lead sovereign nations that share borders with countries like China. NK is being set up to succeed, not to fail. As such KJU is a male peacock displaying his tail. In pulling out of the talks DJT admin distances themselves from NK’s affairs and hands them back their sovereignty after destroying their nuclear capabilities. Peace through strength has to work both ways (or at least have appearances of doing so). Then come trade and prosperity for everyone. That’s my theory.”      https://www.theburningplatform.com/2018/05/25/trying-to-understand-trump-and-north-korea/

This piece seems to confirm most if not all of the speculation in the previous item.  North Korea now seems to be desperate to meet with Trump.  He clearly now has the upper hand. Quote: "In a statement issued by state-run Korean Central News Agency, citing Vice Foreign Minister Kim Kye Gwan, North Korea announced it was willing to sit with the U.S. “whenever, however” through any method to try to resolve the outstanding issues."    https://www.theburningplatform.com/2018/05/25/north-korea-comes-crawling-back-stresses-desperate-need-for-summit-whenever-however/

Democrats show their anti-American, anti-Trump senseless nonsense just because they continue to think Hillary should have won the presidency. This behavior illustrates their obstructionist attitude and childishness that speaks to their lack of judgment or ethics. If they can't get their way they just band together and obstruct everything they can.    http://www.libertyplanet.com/articles/democrats-just-voted-against-every-dreamer-farmer-and-the-environment/    Who do they think benefits from their foolishness???