Did Trump’s meeting with Chi lead to any significant changes
between the two super powers? Xi: “Taiwan is the most important issue in
our relations.” Trump: “Arm Sales to Taiwan are a very good negotiating
chip. I’ve not made a determination. We don’t want war.”
Is Xi right about America’s decline? Xi: “Can
China and the United States overcome the ‘Thucydides Trap’ and create a new
paradigm of major-country relations?” Xi sees America as a super-power in decline
while China is ascending. Trump: “China’s view is a result of Biden having weakened
us. But I have brought America back stronger than ever.” Who is more correct?
How big a risk is Iran to America this morning vs. Iran’s
risk to America before this War? Does China have any incentive, or even sufficient
leverage to help America resolve this War with Iran?
Is it OK for “lawfare” to be addressed outside “Rule
of Law”? A $1.776B “Anti-Weaponization Fund” was granted Trump by his
Justice Department as settlement over his IRS lawsuit. The fund will compensate
those who claim they were “wrongly targeted” by the Biden administration,
including J6 convicted felons Trump pardoned. As part of the settlement, Trump
and his family will be forever free of IRS audits. Why wouldn’t any lawless
actions be addressed by our Rule of Law and Due Process?
Are Democrats essentially seen as “losers” to voters?
59% view the Party unfavorably. Is this a result of having no power, and
no national leader? What kind of leadership
should Democrats seek?
Does Trump essentially govern as President of the
Republican Party, discounting any negative views of all other voters, given 38%
Approval? How might this approach affect the Mid-Terms?
Why would our taking over Cuba help working-class Americans?
Why indict Castro?
Is America primarily “a Christian Nation”? A major
250th-anniversary prayer gathering conducted on the National Mall was backed by
the White House. The Evangelical Christian prayer/worship gathering was called “Rededicate
250”. Event planners say it was to remind Americans that our Founding Fathers
wanted us to be a “Christian Nation”. How accurate is that view? How wise?
How should we address America’s failing Education? Does
this issue directly affect Democracy? High school seniors’ reading scores
in 2024 were the lowest recorded since 1992. Math scores for 12th graders hit
their lowest level since 2005. Concerns include ability to:
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evaluate information critically
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understand public policy
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distinguish evidence from misinformation
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participate in voting and civic institutions
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communicate across disagreement
Are UFO’s “real”? Do you believe there is Intelligent
Life outside Earth? What are the chances other Life could be so different
we’d never know they were here? What if the difference in intelligence between Us
and Them is similar to the difference between Humans and a Cow? (And we eat
cows.)
Over decades, how much of America’s strength has been
dependent upon our ability to build alliances vs. separating ourselves from our
traditional Allies? NATO is forced to change because of our actions. Spain calls for creation of a European Union Army
to replace NATO protections.
Is it OK to allow bets on ANYTHING? FANDUEL is now entering the Prediction
Market. Folks who never worked on a trading floor are moving markets with
informed wagers. Some are getting rich.
Is the Administration attacking Freedom of Speech? ABC
accused the FCC of violating its free speech rights by investigating “The View”
just because the program discusses political views the Administration doesn’t
like. What about attacks on Late Night Hosts like Colbert and Kimmel?
Where is the outrage? The Department of Justice is
finalizing a deal to launch a "Truth and Justice Commission" and
establish a compensation fund of $1.7B to pay claims made by alleged victims of
government "weaponization" -- including the now pardoned J6 felons who
rioted at the Capitol.
How healthy are we with RFK Jr? Officials at the
Food & Drug Administration blocked publication of several studies
supporting the safety of widely used vaccines against Covid-19 and shingles.
Where do you think the Chicago Bears will end up
playing?
How much of America’s current Affordability Problems may
be a carry-over from Biden’s Liberal Democrat policies that may still be affecting
our Economy today?
The color of money is now gray. What are the
ramifications of Seniors holding more wealth? In 1989, Americans over age
55 held 56% of the wealth. Today it’s 74%. Wealth for under 40 has shrunk from
12 to 6.6%. 18% of Americans are Senior citizens, up from 13% in 1990.
Is the issue of Women’s Rights back on the ballot? The
Supreme Court temporarily restored access to the teleprescribing and mailing
of abortion drugs, which now account for more than 60% of all abortions in
the health system. How might this issue affect the November Election?
Pope v. Trump? The Pope calls for peace through
diplomacy and speaks out against nuclear armament. Trump attacks the Pope as
“WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy. Are both correct? Should
Hegseth’s Christian views disqualify him from office?
What is the measure of Competency for an
Administration? How would you evaluate Trump’s?
A President shapes the political culture of national
life. Is “divisiveness” today’s tone? How much does this attitude reflect our
nature as a People vs. just the attitude of our President?
How is the California Senate Race playing out? Might
we see two Republicans as Nominees?
What are the ramifications of the UAI pulling out of
OPEC?
What is happening with Trump’s “Board of Peace”?
How does the President stamping his “brand” on
everything affect his political standing?
Talarico, a Democrat, is leading in Texas Senate poll.
Is this the year D’s DO win in Texas?
Is Musk’s idea plausible? “Universal HIGH
INCOME via checks issued by the Federal government is the best way to deal with
unemployment caused by AI. AI/robotics will produce goods & services far in
excess of the increase in the money supply, so there will not be inflation.” Concerns: It doesn’t address sense of
purpose. People go to work every day feeling they matter.
Is eliminating all standards for greenhouse gas
emissions in our best interests? How smart is it to totally disregard the
concerns of scientists vs. moderating how standards apply?
