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When you put people and equipment in action, even the best planning doesn’t protect everyone from accidents or tragedy. There are a lot of both milling about in the Middle East with kinetic intent, so failure is an exponentially likely option. Last week, a KC-135 tanker went down. Multiple reports claimed all sorts of things, … Read more
Happy Day before St. Patrick’s Day, and I have to warn you. We don’t have any holiday-related memes for that, but we might have some come Wednesday. Iran memes? Can’t “not” have those, it seems. Enjoy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . … Read more
People walk within the security fence at the Maine Correctional Center in Windham in February 2026.
Today, on the morning update, the Left thought they had something when Pete Hegseth reportedly spent 22 million on surf and turf. They came in hot only to find what they had was Trump Derangement Syndrome with a very pricey side of left-wing hypocrisy. Watch on the ‘Grok Rumble Channel (if the embedded video does … Read more
I guess the title of today’s article could be applied to every facet of American government. The erosion of civility, competency, and patriotism in people serving in Congress, the White House, and even the Supreme Court over the last 50 years has been astounding to witness and disheartening for those of us who truly love … Read more
The “New” Ayatollah has arrived, and it is a horrible joke played on the back of a nation. As of March 9, 2026, the Assembly of Experts – under the boot of the Revolutionary Guard – has officially crowned Mojtaba Khamenei as the Supreme Leader. This is not a leadership transition; it is a palace coup by … Read more
This week, on the Elsa Kurt Show, we break down a week of headlines that test trust in government, the press, and public character, from DHS leadership drama to a failed bombing in New York City. Along the way, we call out spin, ask what investigators should really be looking at, and share practical advice … Read more
In a free market, needs and wants (demands) are met by those willing to take a risk. In some cases, risk takers create needs or wants. There are numerous examples of creating a want and then supplying it. Two come to mind. Back in 1975, Gary Dahl invented the Pet Rock. The fad lasted long … Read more
There’s been a lot of discussion about the Home Education Freedom Act, House Bill 1268, which recently passed the NH House. It recognizes a parent’s natural right to establish a home education program for their child, “regardless of ability, disability, developmental status, or educational need.” Parents will no longer be required to seek state permission … Read more
Remember back in 2024 when the Democrats and Progressives in the Vermont legislature passed H.72 (Act 178), establishing a much hyped “overdose prevention center” in Burlington? (No Republican voted for it, and the Governor vetoed it only to see that veto overridden by the supermajority.) The law basically gave the Queen City around $2 million … Read more
We have a 16:8 red senate, but after yesterday’s session, the casual or first-time observer might never guess that! Not only was Victoria Sullivan’s SNAP reform bill transformed into a study committee like murder that doesn’t involve violence, but the whole body approved a Dem bill to make more students eligible for the school lunch … Read more
The only thing more offensive than how expensive a new car is is how expensive a used car is. But depending on when you bought it and its condition, you could trade in an old car and get more than you paid for it. That was a side-effect of liberal policy from Cars for Clunkers … Read more
In an attempt to educate those in the area who write LTE’s proclaiming “No Kings!” and to those who participate in “No Kings/No War!” rallies aimed at President Trump, let me remind you that we, in the West, are defending democracy and Western Culture against an evil, theocracy-oriented, 7th-century regime. This evil regime was days … Read more
When did Democrats decide to openly hate America? When did they decide that being hypocrites was far more satisfying than being patriots? It is obvious that four years of Biden doing all he could to destroy the foundation of this Republic was not enough for these anti-Americans, so what is it that will satisfy their … Read more
This week, on The New England Take, A. J. is joined by Red Sift’s Brian Westnedge on why insurance companies, individuals, and small businesses are most vulnerable to hacking, the complexity of artificial intelligence in this space, and the impact of foreign actors, like Iran. Reach out to the show at aj@newenglandtake.com Join the Substack and … Read more
That’s the headline courtesy of the Epoch Times. The CDC has been tracking a “human metapneumovirus,” which causes symptoms similar to those of other respiratory viruses. Symptoms include cough, fever, and nasal congestion, and, unlike better-known respiratory viruses, HMPV does not have a vaccine or known treatments, the CDC stated. “There’s no specific treatment that’s … Read more
The political world is in a tizzy over alleged backpedaling on toxic food dyes by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), compounded by President Donald Trump’s executive order supporting the domestic production of glyphosate. Beneath the kerfuffle are nuanced realities that elude most non-farmers (or are ignored by those with axes to grind). The sky … Read more
Vermont ranks low when it comes to political ethics accountability. According to the Coalition for Integrity’s S.W.A.M.P. (States With Anti-Corruption Measures for Public Officials), Vermont ranks in the bottom ten nationally. The Center for Public Integrity gives us a D-. The general reasoning behind the bad grades is we have few rules governing our politicians’ … Read more
Charlie would never have favored a bill that uses force to promote ideological change. He recognized different viewpoints, and used persuasion, or withdrew without forcing his will upon others, as House Bill 1792 proposes to do. The bill identifies controversial ideologies that are currently being promoted in public schools. That’s a serious concern which needs resolution. The … Read more
I drink a lot of coffee, and I’ve been drinking it since I was six. I’ve told the story before. Both parents recovered alcoholics who helped alcoholics recover. Lots of AA meetings. Smoky rooms, free-flowing java from stainless steel industrial tanks (they look big when you’re six), with too much cream and sugar. I am … Read more