Hillbilly wisdom: Our enemies are being forced into a joint venture by the actions of the executive branch. What does the Middle East conflict means for Ukraine. Four years after the Russian invasion into Ukraine, Russia stands to gain from the sales of higher prices of energy, ammunition diverted to… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: If it feels right, the use of force is morally acceptable. Law as a legal basis takes second place as justification for war. Why was the United States instrumental in establishing organizations to help prevent wars and now starts conflicts in various regions around the world against the… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: You may have noticed this week the days listed have not matched the days scheduled. It was a mistake. But does it matter? When the facts do not match the report it is confusing. For example, we think Israel’s aim is to destroy the military capabilities of Iran… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: Trump is offering to sell reinsurance policies. The United States would eliminate the risk of transporting goods through the Strait of Hormuz. Military escorts if necessary. 20 billion was mentioned. But cash up front, if you please, in brown bags to be checked by the FBI would be… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: The Iranian situation is only 890 million to a billion a day. The first 100 hours is estimated at 3.7 billion. “You spend what you have to spend”. We will recover our cost with increased oil revenue. Oh, that revenue increase is for the energy corporations. Domestic energy… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: Never understood the reference to Orange Jesus until last week. There was a prayer meeting at the white house. President Trump was surrounded by his disciples which were praying for him to guide us “to one nation under god”. The stage was set and the symbolic nature was… Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: How can there be an unconditional surrender when there is no declared war? A surrender implies war. But after surrender, Trump will have a deciding say in the selection of a new leader. Hope he chooses there leaders better than his helpers. Hope is not a plan. Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: Congratulations to the second place finishers. You had the courage to step up and offer your services to the people. Thank You. To the winners, remember you finished next to last and you asked for the JOB. Thank You. Read more.

Hillbilly wisdom: Call it any name. A rose by any other name still smells the same. War is unpleasant. Limited conflicts lead to death for those on the front lines. Justification of the war does not bring back those who died. I believe we are at war with China. It… Read more.