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ROBERT L. MARONIC: The US Is Already An Empire – Part II

New York Times columnist Ross Douthat observed in a highly accurate op-ed entitled “The American Empire in Retreat,” which was written on September 4, 2021. According to Douthat, the US has three types of empires. He stated...

FRED FIRST: There And Back Again

RECAP: I would be able to visit southwest Virginia again--home for almost 40 years, and...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: The US Is Already An Empire – Part I

I read a misinformed article in the New York Times on February 27, which was written by Edward Wong. The article’s title was “Trump’s Foreign Policy:...

BOB BROWN: Peace of Mind, Part II: The Covenant Advocate

Some troubles are loud and obvious; others wear a white coat, earn high grades, and...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: How To Win The War In Iran?

The US military cannot win the war in Iran for the Iranian people. The victory must come from...

SERWAN ZANGANA: Honor The Victims From 9-11

It is a sensitive subject at this time, but should we be honest with ourselves or keep believing the deceptions of our politicians? On...

ROBERT L. MARONIC: Our National Debt Has Become A National Emergency

The biggest foe or problem facing the United States today is not Communist China, Putin’s Russia, nuclear war, climate change, or LGBTQ+ rights. It...

MIKE KEELER: It’s Time To Get Your Hex On

At 2:50 AM EDT on September 22nd we crossed the Autumnal Equinox and headed into increasing darkness. If you listen carefully, you can probably...

FRED FIRST: Nature Puzzler: What is THIS?

I get “nature puzzlers” often from my kids, and from our friends that know I’d be interested in their sidewalk and roadside discoveries from...

SERWAN ZANGANA: Success of New City Police Chief Will Be Measured By Violent Crime Reduction

     There will be a new Police Chief in town soon; Scott Booth will take the lead of the Roanoke City Police Department...

SCOTT DREYER: We Are A Broke Nation: US National Debt Breaks $33 Trillion

"I have had many anxieties for our commonwealth, principally occasioned by the depreciation of our money." --Patriot and Governor of Virginia Patrick Henry While many...