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Commentary and analysis on technology, money, politics and the forces shaping what comes next.

Aaron Day

From the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll to Sergeant Presley

November 9, 2026

Before Elvis Presley became a permanent fixture of American popular culture, he made a remarkable transition: from sold-out stages and screaming fans to an Army uniform, military discipline, and the responsibilities of a soldier. As Veterans Day approaches, the story of Sergeant Presley reminds us that public fame and public service are very different kinds

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Religion

Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael

November 2, 2026

There are 3 Archangels who Intercede for us.Here is when to ask for their help! Ask St Michael for strength, protection, and courage to fight back. Ask Archangel Gabriel for light, direction, and the grace to say yes to God. Ask Archangel Raphael for healing, peace and guidance, when the road feels long. You need

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Truth that Sucks

November 1, 2026

Every generation is sold a comforting lie: that progress is inevitable. We assume civilization naturally advances toward greater freedom, greater prosperity, and greater human dignity. We are taught to believe that once a society reaches a certain level of development, it rarely moves backward. History, however, has a cruel way of exposing assumptions. The image

Religion

Halloween was born in the Middle Ages as All Saints’ Day

October 30, 2026

This November 1st I invite everyone to pray for the souls of the deceased people and to practice charity with those who have the least Perhaps one day we can recover the beautiful original meaning that this date had and should never have lost

News Media

The Meaning of Christine Lagarde’s Prisoner Video

October 30, 2026

Lagarde has a bandage on her face. The wired microphone is not tucked inside her shirt but hangs awkwardly in plain view. Around her neck is a pearl necklace with 17 beads. On the table is an owl sculpture. The camera zooms in on her face as if inspecting and displaying it. She reads from

Politics

With Love From El Salvador to Haiti

October 29, 2026

Haitian people, We have nearly finished deploying our soldiers and equipment on Haitian soil. This is not an operation against the Haitian people, nor an invasion of the country of Haiti. We are not a great power. We have no interest in coming to dominate the Haitian people, nor in laying hands on Haiti’s wealth.

Politics

Flávio Bolsonaro Releases Explosive Statement from the United States!

October 28, 2026

“I address the Brazilian people and the international community as the true elected president of Brazil.” Flávio Bolsonaro refuses to recognize Lula’s electoral victory, denounces what he calls massive electoral fraud, and confirms that he has left Brazil with his family. “There is no arrest warrant against me because I have committed no crime.” He