I wish I could take credit for this idea, but it came from a comment on a similar essay: countries djt is soliciting for help should condition their response on djt's resignation. Also, why is Israel not stepping up? As I understand it, this not-a-war was their idea.
Thank you, Mary, for this clear explanation of trump’s madness. I only hope that as our allies say “no” to trump’s panicked pleas that they MUST join him, that the PEOPLE of the U.S. will also turn on trump and demand his whole toxic administration be REMOVED NOW before they can destroy more.
Though you’re loathe to admit publicly even the slightest ignorance or error, I’m sure you now realize the folly of disrupting relationships with allies and other nations by making less than coherent demands on them [see, for example, tariffs] and then expecting those same sovereign states to provide military support in the confrontation with Iran that you initiated without seeking their input, valuing their geo-political experience or even letting them know of your scheme.
Far from presenting as the most adept leader on the world stage, you continue to present as the most inept.
To truly return America to greatness, you need to be removed from office or step down of your own volition. Even then, it will take years.
I have read that his son-in-law Jared Kushner played a big role in this whole big mess. I can just see him slapping his forehead and saying Hormuz! with disbelief. seriously, these are such stupid people.
Rather than trying to rely on NATO, I thought that’s what his board of peace was for.
My email was down near 12 hrs. Data breech warnings. The sink was clogged . The phone AND email had been out two days ago. The wind ahead of this storm uprooted a huge tree crashing onto our shed. What a mess! It was 80 yesterday today 33° now, snowing , it’s going to be a rough two days.. but you made me laugh.
It is all so hard to hear, the lies after even more lies.
Nutshell perfection indeed, Mary …and Heather wrote another excellent post today , between these two the reality picture size ,the nutshell are gifts to us. Lots of real great writers here🫶.
Truth.
We would hope truth from our leaders . But what truth comes is from other countries leaders.
It’s an about face from a country once held in high esteem , the place to find freedom to one that sides with war criminals, despots who use cheap shots to kill dreams….and loving people.
Someone inferred yesterday to me that this war will bring the end time, that it is near because man is so sinful. Riding the coattails of Christian National desire to forfill the chosen one/time/event…because “man is so sinful”..???
99% of all the people I know are hard working, love their kids, building a future best they can, help their neighbor., most struggle to do this. How about you? Your friends,acquaintances , family?
How does it get so upside down? By so few ? There’s enough to go around ..maybe even twice. Everyone to be quite wonderfully happy, well cared for. Just by sticking together.
So, ask Germany, they went through it. As well as several others…it’s apparently our turn?
"The world does not owe Donald Trump an escort service for his own recklessness." So True! 🙄 First he complains that 'he's been sweet' to NATO, now he wants them to serve his wishes.
Brilliant writing Mary. Thank you.
The rest of the world has his number, methinks.
And let the answer remain a hard no.
Your writing is phenomenal. That was a truly great piece. Thank you.
“It is the foreign policy equivalent of driving your car into a lake and then blaming the passengers for not rowing.”
It was difficult to choose, but this was my favorite line…
I wish I could take credit for this idea, but it came from a comment on a similar essay: countries djt is soliciting for help should condition their response on djt's resignation. Also, why is Israel not stepping up? As I understand it, this not-a-war was their idea.
Thank you, Mary, for this clear explanation of trump’s madness. I only hope that as our allies say “no” to trump’s panicked pleas that they MUST join him, that the PEOPLE of the U.S. will also turn on trump and demand his whole toxic administration be REMOVED NOW before they can destroy more.
You’re a super writer, Mary. Thanks for sharing your perspectives with such clarity.
My Dear Mr. President:
This conflict is yours and yours alone.
Though you’re loathe to admit publicly even the slightest ignorance or error, I’m sure you now realize the folly of disrupting relationships with allies and other nations by making less than coherent demands on them [see, for example, tariffs] and then expecting those same sovereign states to provide military support in the confrontation with Iran that you initiated without seeking their input, valuing their geo-political experience or even letting them know of your scheme.
Far from presenting as the most adept leader on the world stage, you continue to present as the most inept.
To truly return America to greatness, you need to be removed from office or step down of your own volition. Even then, it will take years.
Regards,
Great letter. Send it to him in a podcast. The Prez don't read.
Hope you mailed it because you nailed it.
Indeed I did mail it.
I have read that his son-in-law Jared Kushner played a big role in this whole big mess. I can just see him slapping his forehead and saying Hormuz! with disbelief. seriously, these are such stupid people.
Rather than trying to rely on NATO, I thought that’s what his board of peace was for.
Thanks for writing everything I’ve been thinking.
Breathtaking!
My email was down near 12 hrs. Data breech warnings. The sink was clogged . The phone AND email had been out two days ago. The wind ahead of this storm uprooted a huge tree crashing onto our shed. What a mess! It was 80 yesterday today 33° now, snowing , it’s going to be a rough two days.. but you made me laugh.
It is all so hard to hear, the lies after even more lies.
Nutshell perfection indeed, Mary …and Heather wrote another excellent post today , between these two the reality picture size ,the nutshell are gifts to us. Lots of real great writers here🫶.
Truth.
We would hope truth from our leaders . But what truth comes is from other countries leaders.
It’s an about face from a country once held in high esteem , the place to find freedom to one that sides with war criminals, despots who use cheap shots to kill dreams….and loving people.
Someone inferred yesterday to me that this war will bring the end time, that it is near because man is so sinful. Riding the coattails of Christian National desire to forfill the chosen one/time/event…because “man is so sinful”..???
99% of all the people I know are hard working, love their kids, building a future best they can, help their neighbor., most struggle to do this. How about you? Your friends,acquaintances , family?
How does it get so upside down? By so few ? There’s enough to go around ..maybe even twice. Everyone to be quite wonderfully happy, well cared for. Just by sticking together.
So, ask Germany, they went through it. As well as several others…it’s apparently our turn?
Let’s VOTE a 💙BLUE WAVE 💙and hold.their.feet.to.the.fire.accomplish that dream…better it…
We.Can.Do.This.
"The world does not owe Donald Trump an escort service for his own recklessness." So True! 🙄 First he complains that 'he's been sweet' to NATO, now he wants them to serve his wishes.
Excellent article, so well written.
Sit calm, breathe deep Ladies and gentlemen the scene is changing rapidly.
Mary, thank you for the wonderful picture!
I need popcorn
Five stars, Mary!