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Showing posts with label trump. Show all posts
Showing posts with label trump. Show all posts

Thursday, 31 July 2025

You Can’t Punch a Lie in the Face—But You Can Outshine It!

By Allan W. Janssen

Let’s be honest.

There are days... many of them... when I want to reach through the screen and knock some sense into Donald Trump. 

Not out of malice, but out of sheer frustration!

Frustration that someone so allergic to facts, so impervious to truth, can continue to shape headlines, hijack national discourse, and treat reality like a chew toy!

But I can’t punch him in the nose!

And even if I could, it wouldn’t help! 

Because Trump isn’t listening...and he never has been!

He’s not built to be swayed by facts! 

He thrives on spectacle! 

He feeds off outrage! 

He weaponizes attention! 

In that sense, he’s not a person in the traditional rhetorical arena! 

He’s a walking algorithm... an echo chamber with a hair trigger!

***

So what do we do with someone who won't shut up and listen?

We stop trying to reason with the noise and start tuning our own signals louder, smarter, and clearer!

1. Change the Audience:

You don’t have to convince Trump. You have to out-narrate him!

Talk to the people who are watching. 

Speak to the undecided. 

Reach those who still have ears for reason. 

Don’t stoop to his level... rise above it with clarity, compassion, and yes... conviction!

2. Starve the Spectacle:

Trump is like a fire that feeds on oxygen. Every angry post, every shocked reaction, every "Can you believe he said that?!" tweet is just more fuel.

Want him to lose power? 

Stop handing him kindling!

Focus instead on what matters: Policies, people, progress! 

Let his noise bounce off the walls while you build something better.

3. Use the Tools of Civilization:

Courts. 

Laws. 

Votes. 

Institutions. 

These are the tools we have... not fists, not fantasy. 

They’re slower, yes. Messier, too. 

But they’re how grownups change the world. 

If you’re angry, channel it into action

Mobilize. 

Donate. 

Organize. 

Vote like your democracy depends on it... because it does!

4. Amplify Truth... With Style:

Facts alone aren’t enough. 

You need narrative. 

Humor. 

Storytelling. 

A touch of poetry. 

Remember: People don’t just believe data, they believe meaning!   

Give them something worth believing in.

Use satire. 

Use science. 

Use soul.

5. Accept That He’s Not the Point

Trump didn’t invent the dysfunction. 

He’s a symptom of it. 

A mirror held up to a society addicted to outrage and certainty. 

The real task isn’t to shut him up... it’s to build something wiser in his wake!

Something that honours truth without becoming smug!

Something that uses facts without forgetting empathy!

Something that outgrows the need for cartoon strongmen altogether!

Bottom line?

You can’t punch a lie in the face!

But you can starve it of your attention, bury it in better ideas, and drown it out with louder truths!

That’s not a weakness! 

That’s evolution!

And it’s time!

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

TARIFF THIS!

If you want to know who’s feeling the most pain... [because of Drump's idiotic tariff war] look at these images of marine traffic!

The green arrows are cargo ships in motion! 

The circles are ships anchored or docked! 

The screenshots are of Shanghai and Los Angeles! 

The Port of Los Angeles is completely dormant! 

Shanghai is booming!


(Betcha Trump didn't tell ya this!!!!)

Saturday, 26 July 2025

SATURDAY MORNING CONFUSION ABOUT TRUMP:

If there ever was...or is... confusion about what other people think about the United States of America... then this 'looooong' letter will put it all into "Perspective!" (God, I love that word!) 

- From Quora!


***

A: (By S.D. Hargreaves!) I tried really, really hard to pretend I didn’t see or read this incredibly offensive, delusional and stupid question, ...but there was no unreading it, no unseeing it 

Even if it’s just a troll, I feel the need to answer these kinds of stupid questions, just so Americans reading it know that Canadians have a backbone and we refuse to be bullied. 

You don’t have to like Canadians! 

But you will respect Canadians! 

***

I’d like to know who exactly ‘we’ is? 

I’d also like to know who calls the USA the greatest country on earth (besides overly loud, arrogant Americans) because from what I’ve seen, every other country on the face of the earth begs to differ! 

Let’s call out the ‘we’ for who they really are in this case...  MAGA! (And the remaining Americans who actually believe this type of utter bullshit!) 

You see, if you actually did live in the greatest country on earth, you wouldn’t feel compelled to run around arrogantly proclaiming it to everyone who will listen... because they would already know that you are! 

***

Not once, in my entire 50 years on this planet, have I ever thought of the U.S. as great. 

"It sounds to me like there are a whole lot of Americans on Quora trying to convince themselves that their country is anything but the horrific, morally rotten, dystopian hellscape it's becoming under the dick-tatorship of the felon, Donald J. fucking Trump."

What does it say about the MAGA morons who elected a vile, morally bankrupt, serial lying, racist, rapist, two-bit grifter and multiple-time convicted felon, Trump, as their president? 

It says you believe in the same ‘ideals’ as him, and you celebrate it!

You’re nothing more than an evil, twisted cult, comprised of sociopaths and sycophants, where idiocy and ignorance reign supreme. 

You mirror your sick president’s morally reprehensible qualities and beliefs... and vice versa! 

When anyone calls you out on it, you respond by blaming everyone else and resorting to bullying tactics. 

There is nothing remarkable about that! (You’re spineless cowards!) 

MAGA [including the pimple on the ass of humanity, Trump] should be ashamed of themselves... but you’d have to have a conscience to feel shame! 

Do the other half of Americans, who don’t support Trump and his authoritarian regime, need to lynch him and all the other republicans for treason? (Hang him from one of his new flag poles that he loves so much!) 

When will you dipshits finally see the snake-oil salesman for what he truly is? All we hear from toxic MAGA is more hateful rhetoric, more false propaganda and more pathetic denial!

There is nothing great about the U.S. right now! 

It’s a predatory country... deeply divided by hate, derision, intolerance, racism and corruption!

Your demented, orange, grease-painted clown of a president - and MAGA as a whole - is a plague on Americans who don’t support or condone his evil actions, policies, and his desire to "spread the faith...!" 

And that’s the crux of the matter for Canadians!

"Your commander and thief just had to go and drag Canada into this clusterfuck by stabbing us in the back and entering into an illegal trade war with us... designed to weaken our economy and leave us vulnerable to further attacks!" 

Trump’s baseless slandering of Canada doesn’t project strength; it makes him look weak and desperate. 

The U.S. has managed to make enemies out of your peaceful, quiet, unassuming neighbours... and former allies! 

And for what? 

What is your justification? 

It’s pure jealousy and resentment! 

Jealousy that Canada actually is a great country... and is generally loved and well-regarded by other countries around the world! 

Resentment that even though we share a continent, it’s Canadians who are consistently enjoying a better quality of life! (Whereas Canada routinely ranks among the top ten countries to live in... the U.S. doesn't even crack the top twenty on a good year!) 

Kind of delivers a death punch to the U.S. notion of being the greatest country on earth... eh? 

These are tangible facts, not the fabricated numbers, polls, studies and opinions that the Trump administration jams down your throats... meaning he couldn’t give a rat's ass if you choke on his constant barrage of bargain bin lies!

MAGA has been conned, brainwashed and gaslit by a fraud with a room temperature I.Q. (72?)

What truly boggles the mind is that you’re all proud of it! (A gleeful group of legitimately clueless idiots, half-wits and morons who would jump off a cliff if Trump told them to!) 

I don’t speak for all Canadians, but this Canadian would be extremely happy to shove all you MAGA assholes off a cliff. 

That’s the very least that you deserve! 

You should have left Canada out of your bullshit... we don’t take kindly to your disrespect and various threats against our sovereignty. 

Despite what your superiority complex would have you believe... Canada doesn’t answer to the U.S. 

We owe you nothing... You don’t subsidize us in any way, shape, or form... we don’t need your ‘protection’ ...we don’t want to be like you, we don’t want to be associated with you... and we damn sure don’t want to join you! 

Take your 51st state delusions and shove them up your ass! 

The spread of the filthy MAGA plague stops abruptly at the northern border! 

All of you retarded red-hat Nazi’s are not welcome in Canada! Step one foot in our country in an aggressive manner ...and you’ll immediately regret it! 

In other words... fuck off! 

Having said all of this, there are positive takeaways for Canada, one of which is that Canada has been forced to search for alternative, more trustworthy trade relationships around the world, thereby diminishing our reliance on the U.S. 

Another being the uniting of Canadians... and a renewed, fierce sense of patriotism in the face of the external threat posed by the U.S. 

‘Elbows Up’ and ‘Canada is not for sale’ movements are alive and gaining ever more strength all across Canada!

Our boycott of U.S. goods and travel to the U.S., [which are things that contribute to the U.S. economy] has cost your country billions so far... and it will cost you billions more! 

Canadians are realizing we don’t always have to be friendly and polite... we can be angry if we want, and we can play dirty if needed!

We can use diversionary tactics against the U.S. with much more success than you, because the U.S. is run by dangerously stupid, wildly inexperienced, disgraced TV personalities, traitors, douchebags and certifiable lunatics! (For example, Jewish space lasers and cyborg Biden clones that don’t exist!) 

Nobody but those dipshits is going to call the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf of America... wind turbine noise doesn’t cause cancer... and injecting yourself with bleach doesn’t cure Covid! 

Unfortunately, the majority of you lunatics are also anti-vaccers... but then again... if ya gotta "thin the herd" ...this is a good way to do it!

MAGA is worse than scientologists... and they're batshit crazy!

I could write a book just on the topic of how the U.S. is not great... filled with truth, fun facts, actual history and pictures... but for now... I’ll answer the odd, ignorant question such as this one, because let’s face it, bashing MAGA Americans is not only cathartic... it’s fun! 


I’m tired of Quora’s hypocrisy in deleting my answers and comments made in response to these questions, while not only allowing the original question to remain posted... but also allowing dozens of new, similar questions to be posted daily, which I find maddening! 


I’m sure I’m not the only Canadian experiencing this, so I encourage you to do the same as I am! 


MAGA, trolls... Russian bots... it matters not to me... delete them all! 


I’m not asking you... or telling you to do so... I'm strictly encouraging you to do so... with all due respect and unwavering support.



The Impolite Canadian!


(P.S. I read Quora a lot... and I have also come to the conclusion that a significant percentage of the American population... are complete and utter idiots! -ed.)


Anyone in MAGA must be two people... because no one person could be that stupid!!!!



Monday, 30 June 2025

Suddenly... I'm starting to like Elon again!!!!

 Funny how fast things can change!

A few short weeks ago, Elon Musk was about as big an asshole as Donald Trump... but then he saw the damage the orange Orangutan was doing... and... "BAILED!"

(He saw the light?)

But... he's still pissed at Trump... so good ol' Elon is toying with the idea of financing a third political party! (I've been saying for years that the States needs a third party because democracies work better that way!)

So... if Elon DOES start a third party... (Like the Libertarians) then he's all right in my books... and all is forgiven!

I'm Disappointed!

I like everything Carney has done so far... (As if my opinion is worth a hill of beans!) except today when that bitch at the White House said: "Canada caved!"

Well... she might be right... But, there's no way she should have said it like that... after all... "them's fightin words!"

***

OH!

Ran across this picture of the 401 in Toronto... when I first got my driver's license!


BUT: THIS IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE NOW!!!!


😏

Saturday, 21 June 2025

Drumpf Attacks Iran!

Donald Trump started bombing Iran today, folks! 

Unfortunately... this was only so that Drumpf could get out of having to go to that pesky NATO meeting on Monday!



Monday, 16 June 2025

Trump the Madman!

Donald Drumpf is upset!!!!! 

 Apparently... by not inviting Putin to the G7 meeting in Canada this week... they hurt his feelings!



Will Tariffs Hurt Boeing and Help Airbus?

Will Tariffs Hurt Boeing and Help Airbus?

Will Tariffs Hurt Boeing and Help Airbus?

By Allan W. Janssen

The global aviation market isn’t just about wings, engines, and aerodynamics—it’s also about politics, protectionism, and power. With all the recent “crap about tariffs” in the air again, we’re left wondering: could these trade wars seriously hurt Boeing, while giving Airbus a free ride?

How Tariffs Damage Boeing

1. Increased Production Costs

Boeing relies on a global supply chain. Tariffs on imported aluminum, titanium, semiconductors, or sub-assemblies raise production costs. When tariffs hit suppliers in countries like China, Canada, or the EU, Boeing eats the costs—or passes them on to customers, weakening its competitiveness.

2. Retaliation from Trading Partners

When the U.S. enacts tariffs, trading partners retaliate. In the past, Europe and China have both slapped duties on U.S. aircraft, making Boeing jets more expensive overseas. Airbus, being European, sidesteps that problem in its home markets—and sometimes even in foreign markets angry at the U.S.

3. Risk to Export Sales

Boeing’s business model depends on exports—over 70% of its aircraft go to non-U.S. buyers. Trade friction makes international governments and airlines think twice about big orders, especially when the political risk seems high. Airbus looks safer by comparison.

4. Fallout from the U.S.-China Trade War

China is one of Boeing’s biggest markets. But when U.S.-China relations go cold, China uses aircraft orders as leverage. It delays or cancels Boeing orders—and often rewards Airbus instead. The bigger the tension, the bigger the win for Airbus.

5. WTO Disputes and Global Blowback

Boeing and Airbus have spent decades fighting at the WTO over government subsidies. Tariff escalation gives the EU an excuse to re-engage legally and economically—putting Boeing in the crosshairs while Airbus continues to receive broad political and financial support from European governments.

Why Airbus Wins in a Tariff War

1. Diversified European Supply Chain

Airbus spreads its manufacturing across France, Germany, Spain, and the UK. This makes it less exposed to any one country's economic shocks or tariffs. While Boeing may face steel or tech tariffs from multiple countries, Airbus keeps flying under the radar.

2. Political Support and Stability

The EU backs Airbus as a strategic industrial champion. In a trade war, European governments double down on supporting Airbus through loans, subsidies, and procurement preferences. That keeps Airbus stable even in choppy international waters.

3. Orders from Countries Tired of U.S. Politics

In today’s geopolitical climate, many countries want to reduce dependence on the U.S. Airbus becomes the natural alternative: apolitical, diversified, and reliable. Nations like India, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia have recently shifted new orders toward Airbus for this very reason.

The Bottom Line

If the United States pursues more aggressive tariffs and protectionist policies—especially under a second Trump administration—Boeing could find itself caught in the jet wash of politics. Every retaliatory measure from China or the EU makes Airbus look like a safer, smarter option.

It’s not just about who makes the better plane. It’s about who can sell more of them in a world where politics and trade matter as much as engineering.

And right now, Airbus has the advantage.


This post originally appeared on Allan’s Canadian Perspective and is syndicated on Children of the Divine. To support independent analysis and creative philosophy, follow Allan’s work on Medium and Substack.

Saturday, 14 June 2025

Saturday Morning Confusion: TARIFFS!

Hey kids... wanna know just how fucking stupid Trump's MAGA supporters are?


THE TRUTH IS IN THE PUDDIN' FOLKS!


OH... Here's a preview of this afternoon's parade!


Wednesday, 11 June 2025

Saturday, 7 June 2025

Saturday Morning Confusion: W A R !

 I don't know what all the fuss is about, folks... the wars in Ukraine and Gaza can be solved in one day with two phone calls!

The first would be to Putin... who would be told to get out of ALL of Ukraine TODAY... or tomorrow Zelensky would be given ALL the weapons he needs to win... and as many of them as necessary!

The next would be to - "Bi Bi" - telling him to get out of Gaza TODAY... or tomorrow, Israel gets no more support (militarily or diplomatically) from anyone!


VOILA! Ya got a happy Zelenski:

And a bunch of confused Arabs wondering what the hell just happened!!!
fini


Friday, 6 June 2025

Elon was right!


I was waiting to see Drumpf kiss Epstein's ass.. or blow him...       ...but I must have missed it!!!!!

Let Canada Fix the United States of America!

10 Bold Reforms to Fix American Democracy After Trump

Fixing America: 10 Bold Reforms to Heal a Broken Democracy

By Allan W. Janssen | Allan's Canadian Perspective

It’s no secret that America is struggling to recover from the political and institutional chaos of the Trump era. But Donald Trump didn’t cause this crisis alone—he simply exposed the cracks that were already there: money in politics, broken representation, rampant misinformation, and growing inequality. If the United States wants to reclaim its promise, it needs a bold, comprehensive roadmap to repair the damage and reimagine a more resilient democracy.

1. Restore the Rule of Law and Institutional Integrity

  • Hold bad actors accountable: Prosecute proven crimes—no more immunity for elites.
  • Protect the DOJ and courts: Shield the justice system from political interference.

2. Overturn Citizens United and End Dark Money

  • Reverse the Supreme Court’s disastrous Citizens United decision, which allowed unlimited corporate money to flood the political system under the guise of “free speech.”
  • Enact full campaign finance reform, including real-time transparency and strict donation limits.

3. Eliminate Lobbyist Control and Legalized Bribery

  • Ban corporate PACs and lobbying by former officials, especially ex-members of Congress and cabinet members.
  • Institute lifetime bans on lobbying for federal regulators and senior government advisors.

4. Break the Two-Party Monopoly

  • Adopt ranked-choice voting and open primaries to allow third parties to thrive without becoming spoilers.
  • Support fusion voting to allow coalition-building across ideological lines.

5. Deliver Universal Healthcare

  • Implement Medicare-for-All or a public option to guarantee healthcare as a human right.
  • Lower prescription drug prices by giving the government negotiating power.

6. Reform Elections and Representation

  • End partisan gerrymandering through independent redistricting commissions.
  • Abolish the Electoral College and shift to a national popular vote.
  • Grant statehood to DC and Puerto Rico to fix representation disparities.

7. Make Voting Easy and Universal

  • Automatic voter registration and national vote-by-mail systems.
  • Election Day as a national holiday to ensure everyone can participate.

8. End Political Polarization with Civic Renewal

  • Invest in civic education to fight disinformation and empower critical thinking.
  • Create a national public service program for youth to serve and learn together across political lines.

9. Tackle Economic Inequality

  • Raise the minimum wage and protect labor unions.
  • Tax wealth fairly by closing loopholes and implementing a billionaire tax.

10. Rebuild Global Credibility Through Values

  • Rejoin international agreements like the Paris Climate Accord.
  • Lead with diplomacy and democracy, not brute force or autocratic alliances.

Conclusion: The Time for Boldness is Now

This isn't about politics anymore—it's about democracy itself. If America wants to survive and thrive, it must overhaul the systems that led it to the brink. The Trump era wasn’t a fluke—it was a symptom. But symptoms can be treated, systems can be reformed, and a better future can still be written.

Let’s not waste the warning.

Published on Allan’s Canadian Perspective. For more essays on politics, democracy, and reform, subscribe to the blog or follow Allan on social media.

Thursday, 5 June 2025

Don't Mess With Carney!

Got a letter: 

Allan: Is it true that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney got together with leaders from Europe and Japan who collectively held 4-5 trillion worth of US Treasury bonds... and sold them... which forced the rising interest on US debt?

At this point, Scott Young jumped in:

Close but not quite.

Carney is the leading element in this effort but they are not selling off all the bonds, just enough to raise the rates on their other bond holdings. 

The US will have to pay more on their debt and the countries that Trump is attacking will make more money. 

It is brilliant, sneaky and completely successful. 

Trump is backing down, pausing tariffs and stumbling in panic.

Carney is a PhD in Economics from fucking Oxford, is the first person in modern history to have run TWO G7 national banks.

He's winning at chess while Trump is losing at Tic-Tac-Toe.