The fat lady can’t sing soon enough. It ain’t over ’til it's over! Regardless of the results of the presidential election, Joe Biden is still president and will continue to operate as president until Donald Trump recites his oath of office Monday, January 20, 2025.
In related news rebels and the Syrian army announced they had overthrown the government of Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad in spite of prior Russian and Iranian support of Assad’s regime. Russian state media confirms Assad is in Moscow and will be given asylum there. The New York Times reported “President Biden hailed the fall of President Bashar al-Assad as a ‘fundamental act of justice’ but warned of ‘a moment of risk and uncertainty.’” According to the Pentagon about 900 U.S. troops are still deployed in Syria. Saturday on X (formerly Twitter) President-elect Trump wrote, “Syria is a mess, but is not our friend, & THE UNITED STATES SHOULD HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH IT. THIS IS NOT OUR FIGHT. LET IT PLAY OUT. DO NOT GET INVOLVED!” Obviously, the President-elect was sending President Biden an ALL CAPS MESSAGE warning him not to do any more damage in the world. Moscow’s war bloggers warned that Russian bases in Syria are seriously threatened by rapidly advancing insurgents. After rebel fighters overthrew Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Reuters reported President Biden saying, “The United States will work with partners and stakeholders in Syria to help seize an opportunity and manage the risk.” Biden continued, “the United States will support Syria's neighbors through the period of transition and will assess the words and actions of rebel groups.” What is it about wars that attract President Biden’s attention and actions? Does anyone remember the Afghanistan debacle? Just over seven months after taking the oath of office, President Biden rejected his predecessor’s plan to withdraw troops from Afghanistan and ordered his own reckless plan that resulted in the loss of 13 military personnel along with hundreds of Afghanistan allies. With the world on fire surrounded by wars and rumors of wars President Biden has about six more weeks to complete his term. Presumably military actions are high on the list of “things to talk about” between Trump’s and Biden’s transition teams. Let’s identify nations who qualify as stakeholders. Russia has troops and bases in Syria. Iran has funded and supported proxies like Hezbollah and Hamas as well as ISIS and al-Qaeda inside Syria. Of course that brings up Israel, Jordan, and Lebanon. So, the transition teams along with the two principals will need to think fast and critically about relationships and scenarios as well as strategies, tactics, and definitions of success. Wow! What roles might terrorists on the watch list play here in America in the next six weeks? How many have crossed our southern border in the past four years? How many got-aways have crossed the border, and where are they? Surely nothing like this would happen, but haven’t hackers from Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran been attacking our infrastructure? If our world today were an opera, who would be the leading players? How many plots and subplots would shape the grand finale? Would the theater encompass the whole world? Who would sing the climactic oratorio? We have six weeks. The fat lady can’t sing soon enough. Daniel L. Gardner is a columnist who lives in Starkville, MS. You may contact him at PJandMe2@gmail.com.Saturday, December 14, 2024
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Trollfest '09
Trollfest '07 was such a success that Jackson Jambalaya will once again host Trollfest '09. Catch this great event which will leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Othor Cain and his band, The Black Power Structure headline the night while Sonjay Poontang returns for an encore performance. Former Frank Melton bodyguard Marcus Wright makes his premier appearance at Trollfest singing "I'm a Sweet Transvestite" from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show." Kamikaze will sing his new hit, “How I sold out to da Man.” Robbie Bell again performs: “Mamas, don't let your babies grow up to be Bells” and “Any friend of Ed Peters is a friend of mine”. After the show, Ms. Bell will autograph copies of her mug shot photos. In a salute to “Dancing with the Stars”, Ms. Bell and Hinds County District Attorney Robert Smith will dance the Wango Tango.
Wrestling returns, except this time it will be a Battle Royal with Othor Cain, Ben Allen, Kim Wade, Haley Fisackerly, Alan Lange, and “Big Cat” Donna Ladd all in the ring at the same time. The Battle Royal will be in a steel cage, no time limit, no referee, and the losers must leave town. Marshand Crisler will be the honorary referee (as it gives him a title without actually having to do anything).
Meet KIM Waaaaaade at the Entergy Tent. For five pesos, Kim will sell you a chance to win a deed to a crack house on Ridgeway Street stuffed in the Howard Industries pinata. Don't worry if the pinata is beaten to shreds, as Mr. Wade has Jose, Emmanuel, and Carlos, all illegal immigrants, available as replacements for the it. Upon leaving the Entergy tent, fig leaves will be available in case Entergy literally takes everything you have as part of its Trollfest ticket price adjustment charge.
Donna Ladd of The Jackson Free Press will give several classes on learning how to write. Smearing, writing without factchecking, and reporting only one side of a story will be covered. A donation to pay their taxes will be accepted and she will be signing copies of their former federal tax liens. Ms. Ladd will give a dramatic reading of her two award-winning essays (They received The Jackson Free Press "Best Of" awards.) "Why everything is always about me" and "Why I cover murders better than anyone else in Jackson".
In the spirit of helping those who are less fortunate, Trollfest '09 adopts a cause for which a portion of the proceeds and donations will be donated: Keeping Frank Melton in his home. The “Keep Frank Melton From Being Homeless” booth will sell chances for five dollars to pin the tail on the jackass. John Reeves has graciously volunteered to be the jackass for this honorable excursion into saving Frank's ass. What's an ass between two friends after all? If Mr. Reeves is unable to um, perform, Speaker Billy McCoy has also volunteered as when the word “jackass” was mentioned he immediately ran as fast as he could to sign up.
In order to help clean up the legal profession, Adam Kilgore of the Mississippi Bar will be giving away free, round-trip plane tickets to the North Pole where they keep their bar complaint forms (which are NOT available online). If you don't want to go to the North Pole, you can enjoy Brant Brantley's (of the Mississippi Commission on Judicial Performance) free guided tours of the quicksand field over by High Street where all complaints against judges disappear. If for some reason you are unable to control yourself, never fear; Judge Houston Patton will operate his jail where no lawyers are needed or allowed as you just sit there for minutes... hours.... months...years until he decides he is tired of you sitting in his jail. Do not think Judge Patton is a bad judge however as he plans to serve free Mad Dog 20/20 to all inmates.
Trollfest '09 is a pet-friendly event as well. Feel free to bring your dog with you and do not worry if your pet gets hungry, as employees of the Jackson Zoo will be on hand to provide some of their animals as food when it gets to be feeding time for your little loved one.
Relax at the Fox News Tent. Since there are only three blonde reporters in Jackson (being blonde is a requirement for working at Fox News), Megan and Kathryn from WAPT and Wendy from WLBT will be on loan to Fox. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both and a torn-up Obama yard sign will entitle you to free drinks served by Megan, Wendy, and Kathryn. Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required. Just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '09 is for EVERYONE!!!
This is definitely a Beaver production.
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Wrestling returns, except this time it will be a Battle Royal with Othor Cain, Ben Allen, Kim Wade, Haley Fisackerly, Alan Lange, and “Big Cat” Donna Ladd all in the ring at the same time. The Battle Royal will be in a steel cage, no time limit, no referee, and the losers must leave town. Marshand Crisler will be the honorary referee (as it gives him a title without actually having to do anything).
Meet KIM Waaaaaade at the Entergy Tent. For five pesos, Kim will sell you a chance to win a deed to a crack house on Ridgeway Street stuffed in the Howard Industries pinata. Don't worry if the pinata is beaten to shreds, as Mr. Wade has Jose, Emmanuel, and Carlos, all illegal immigrants, available as replacements for the it. Upon leaving the Entergy tent, fig leaves will be available in case Entergy literally takes everything you have as part of its Trollfest ticket price adjustment charge.
Donna Ladd of The Jackson Free Press will give several classes on learning how to write. Smearing, writing without factchecking, and reporting only one side of a story will be covered. A donation to pay their taxes will be accepted and she will be signing copies of their former federal tax liens. Ms. Ladd will give a dramatic reading of her two award-winning essays (They received The Jackson Free Press "Best Of" awards.) "Why everything is always about me" and "Why I cover murders better than anyone else in Jackson".
In the spirit of helping those who are less fortunate, Trollfest '09 adopts a cause for which a portion of the proceeds and donations will be donated: Keeping Frank Melton in his home. The “Keep Frank Melton From Being Homeless” booth will sell chances for five dollars to pin the tail on the jackass. John Reeves has graciously volunteered to be the jackass for this honorable excursion into saving Frank's ass. What's an ass between two friends after all? If Mr. Reeves is unable to um, perform, Speaker Billy McCoy has also volunteered as when the word “jackass” was mentioned he immediately ran as fast as he could to sign up.
In order to help clean up the legal profession, Adam Kilgore of the Mississippi Bar will be giving away free, round-trip plane tickets to the North Pole where they keep their bar complaint forms (which are NOT available online). If you don't want to go to the North Pole, you can enjoy Brant Brantley's (of the Mississippi Commission on Judicial Performance) free guided tours of the quicksand field over by High Street where all complaints against judges disappear. If for some reason you are unable to control yourself, never fear; Judge Houston Patton will operate his jail where no lawyers are needed or allowed as you just sit there for minutes... hours.... months...years until he decides he is tired of you sitting in his jail. Do not think Judge Patton is a bad judge however as he plans to serve free Mad Dog 20/20 to all inmates.
Trollfest '09 is a pet-friendly event as well. Feel free to bring your dog with you and do not worry if your pet gets hungry, as employees of the Jackson Zoo will be on hand to provide some of their animals as food when it gets to be feeding time for your little loved one.
Relax at the Fox News Tent. Since there are only three blonde reporters in Jackson (being blonde is a requirement for working at Fox News), Megan and Kathryn from WAPT and Wendy from WLBT will be on loan to Fox. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both and a torn-up Obama yard sign will entitle you to free drinks served by Megan, Wendy, and Kathryn. Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required. Just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '09 is for EVERYONE!!!
This is definitely a Beaver production.
Note: Security provided by INS.
Trollfest '07
Jackson Jambalaya is the home of Trollfest '07. Catch this great event which promises to leave NE Jackson & Fondren in flames. Sonjay Poontang and his band headline the night with a special steel cage, no time limit "loser must leave town" bout between Alan Lange and "Big Cat"Donna Ladd following afterwards. Kamikaze will perform his new song F*** Bush, he's still a _____. Did I mention there was no referee? Dr. Heddy Matthias and Lori Gregory will face off in the undercard dueling with dangling participles and other um, devices. Robbie Bell will perform Her two latest songs: My Best Friends are in the Media and Mama's, Don't Let Your Babies Grow up to be George Bell. Sid Salter of The Clarion-Ledger will host "Pin the Tail on the Trial Lawyer", sponsored by State Farm.
There will be a hugging booth where in exchange for your young son, Frank Melton will give you a loooong hug. Trollfest will have a dunking booth where Muhammed the terrorist will curse you to Allah as you try to hit a target that will drop him into a vat of pig grease. However, in the true spirit of Separate But Equal, Don Imus and someone from NE Jackson will also sit in the dunking booth for an equal amount of time. Tom Head will give a reading for two hours on why he can't figure out who the hell he is. Cliff Cargill will give lessons with his .80 caliber desert eagle, using Frank Melton photos as targets. Tackleberry will be on hand for an autograph session. KIM Waaaaaade will be passing out free titles and deeds to crackhouses formerly owned by The Wood Street Players.
If you get tired come relax at the Fox News Tent. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both will entitle you to free drinks.Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required, just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '07 is for EVERYONE!!!
This is definitely a Beaver production.
Note: Security provided by INS.
There will be a hugging booth where in exchange for your young son, Frank Melton will give you a loooong hug. Trollfest will have a dunking booth where Muhammed the terrorist will curse you to Allah as you try to hit a target that will drop him into a vat of pig grease. However, in the true spirit of Separate But Equal, Don Imus and someone from NE Jackson will also sit in the dunking booth for an equal amount of time. Tom Head will give a reading for two hours on why he can't figure out who the hell he is. Cliff Cargill will give lessons with his .80 caliber desert eagle, using Frank Melton photos as targets. Tackleberry will be on hand for an autograph session. KIM Waaaaaade will be passing out free titles and deeds to crackhouses formerly owned by The Wood Street Players.
If you get tired come relax at the Fox News Tent. To gain admittance to the VIP section, bring either your Republican Party ID card or a Rebel Flag. Bringing both will entitle you to free drinks.Get your tickets now. Since this is an event for trolls, no ID is required, just bring the hate. Bring the family, Trollfest '07 is for EVERYONE!!!
This is definitely a Beaver production.
Note: Security provided by INS.
8 comments:
900 Murcan soldiers? In Syria? Really? I hadn’t even heard of the Syrian War. Guess I need to watch the evening spews more.
DL, like Trump is very naive about foreign affairs.
They both think isolationism is still possible and don't see that globalism ( whether they like it or not and they did when it meant cheap labor overseas) will affect the U.S. economy.
Trump doesn't even understand why we should maintain a good relationship with Canada and Mexico. Nor does he understand our oceans and skies no longer provide a barrier to means of attack and why we need allies.
He doesn't even understand, as someone who didn't serve in the military or respect those who have, why access to the seas is needed for us and our allies for trade and military strength and our own defense against attack. And, worse, he seems to believe that his military friends who never had command positions have zero understanding of the need to take military strategic postures
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DL seems to realize the fall of Assad happened at the end of Biden's term and when the GOP had an election sweep without any planning on the part of Iran. Like most isolationists, he underestimates his enemies. They know we are weakened by fighting among ourselves and picked a self-serving man for President.
DL doesn't "get" that MAGA short sightedness just gave China and Russia and their Islamist allies control and they will isolate and eventually take over the very large continents on the other sides of our oceans.
DL will wonder why Taiwan is lost and the Pacific islands including Hawaii will be threatened and how the entire Baltic states as well as Denmark and Sweden will fall. And, unlike when Hitler tromped through France and Poland, Great Britain won't have Russia as an ally as we all wonder if Trump will care about them or realize that Canada has ties to England and France.
And, last, but definitely not least, DL doesn't understand what this and tariffs will do to our economy that was once the strongest in the world . He and Elon think they can "buy" the world and seem to fail to understand, they can become poor when their assets are taken at gunpoint and the dollar has no value. Their egos tell them they can be the Ayatollahs and Sheiks and " Dear Leaders" and believe they will be admired and loved instead of seen as "easy pickin's". Whatever love Americans won in WWII has been squandered by our " exceptionalism".
@9:06 AM Yes, they were occupying oil fields in several Syrian provinces about the size of Massachussetts. You probably also have no idea that our military is basically a US taxpayer funded Zionist Mercenary force. Because the billions of dollars we give Israel aren’t enough. We also have to send American troops to fight proxy wars for Israel and operate as cannon fodder for the IDF. And that is definately not going to change with Zion Don.
@0940 and who in Biden’s circle has “experience” because the current chaos has happened under his watch and he let it happen. You’ve been on r/politics too much.
Your post reads as someone lost in paranoia. The panic that you're suffering from unfounded fears are probably from the schizophrenia. Maybe you should say something to your doctor.
Your mental illness is definitely showing fella. Get some help. Your sick parents didn't quite do their job it seems.
@9:40 thanks for writing your thesis and posting for us. You've obviously got it all figured out. You're just here to school all of us uneducated hicks I guess. Thanks so much for your perspective. How did I ever get anything done on this Monday prior to reading your valuable insights? We truly screwed up by electing DJT. Things were on the right path with Biden. We were just too stupid to realize how great of a leader he is.
Well said. Damn I wish people would wake up.
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