Monthly Archives: October 2021

Colin Powell and the Great Man Syndrome – Re-published 18 October 2021 on the occasion of Powell’s death.

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Michael Chevalier

My closest adviser (wife) coined the phrase, “The Great Man Syndrome.”  (GMS)  She has the habit of watching the great or semi-great for signs of the appearance of this often fatal malady.  The disease is characterized by imagined indispensability and … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, Whatever | 37 Comments

Colin Powell’s E-mails – Re-posted 18 October 2021 on the occasion of his death

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Pat Lang

When I was in the government in one capacity or another I had various interactions with Powell.  He was always very decent to me, and often refused to let the various generals, admirals and other potentates in the room silence … Continue reading →

Posted in government, Politics | 52 Comments

And then, there is this …

Posted on October 17, 2021 by Pat Lang

“A former federal election official on Thursday called the $400 million-plus that Mark Zuckerberg spent to help finance local elections a “carefully orchestrated attempt” to influence the 2020 vote — and recommended that all states ban private funding of election offices. Hans … Continue reading →

Posted in government, Politics | 9 Comments

Better than sharks with frickin laser beams – TTG

Posted on October 17, 2021 by TTG

China’s new hypersonic missile demonstrated an advanced space capability that caught US intelligence by surprise, report says Alia Shoaib, Sunday, October 17, 2021, 7:39 AM In August, China tested a hypersonic missile that orbited the Earth before speeding towards its … Continue reading →

Posted in China, Space, Space Force, TTG | 44 Comments

Who is running the White House?

Posted on October 17, 2021 by Pat Lang

“Judge Jeanine Pirro questioned who was really in charge of the White House Saturday on “Justice with Judge Jeanine.”  JUDGE JEANINE: In case you didn’t know it, Joe Biden is the president of the United States in name only. Someone else is running … Continue reading →

Posted in government, Politics | 12 Comments

” … Cheap, Portable Nuclear Reactor.”

Posted on October 16, 2021 by Pat Lang

“Their microreactor, which is still in the prototype phase, outputs more than 1MW, which Radiant says is enough to power approximately 1,000 homes for up to eight years. It can be easily transported by air, sea, and road, meaning it … Continue reading →

Posted in Mars, Science, Space | 19 Comments

“This is bad news for Joe Biden.” CNN/Cilizza

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Pat Lang

“Joe Biden, as I’ve written before, is a radical president. Especially when it comes to the role government can and should play in the lives of everyday Americans.Biden’s policy agenda — from the $1 trillion “hard” infrastructure bill to the as-yet-unpriced … Continue reading →

Posted in Media | 51 Comments

A judge with some common sense

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Pat Lang

“The U.S. Marine who posted videos on social media criticizing military leadership and the Biden administration’s withdrawal of military assets from Afghanistan was issued a letter of reprimand and a forfeiture of $5,000 worth of pay for one month, after pleading guilty to all charges during … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, Justice | 23 Comments

I am inclined to think the Clintons’ pal McAuliffe will win.

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Pat Lang

“GOP Businessman Glenn Youngkin holds a razor-thin lead over former Democrat Gov. Terry McAuliffe in the Virginia governor’s race, according to a new Trafalgar poll. When asked, “If the election were held tomorrow, who are you most likely to support?,” 48.4% said … Continue reading →

Posted in Current Affairs, government, Politics, Reconstruction Renewed | 10 Comments

RUSSIAN FEDERATION SITREP 14 OCTOBER 2021 by Patrick Armstrong

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Patrick Armstrong

PUTIN. Putin celebrated his 69th birthday on Thursday and Levada published a poll. (Googlish) He remains popular: about two thirds like him. Which is only slightly different from the score in 2000. A stunning performance, almost unequalled in modern history. … Continue reading →

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