"Once again, Wexner didn’t listen, and thus became the most important contributor to the staggering growth in Epstein’s fortune. One unsolved mystery of the Epstein era is what exactly Wexner got out of their relationship. He has repeatedly refused to answer questions, including ours. But Epstein’s modus operandi with other wealthy men — including the private-equity billionaire Leon Black — was to instill fear that their finances were a mess, that their advisers and even family members were inept or exploiting them and that only one man had the wherewithal to save them."
Does this sound familiar? Put a false, emotionally powerful lie into people's brains. And then proceed to take their money or their vote based on this false reality. The more I read about Epstein the more I see his MO as being so close to Trump's.
We often like to think of the MAGA's as stupid dupes. But here a BILLIONAIRE was duped by this scheme.
I, too, believe the US will be much weaker and poorer, not just here at home, but destroying our alliances while empowering Russia and China will be much harder to repair. Also, this war of choice has demonstrated the severe weaknesses in our military. I need to keep reminding myself that trump and his minions will be held accountable. But the whole world will be 'paying' the price for a very long time. Thank you, Dan, for another concise thought provoking article.
The Rumsfeld Ranch co‐ownership story is very troubling. Its also hard to believe some of his friends didn't know, or may questioned this. It's public knowledge, more or less. And yet, nothing was mentioned for years? That fact should really scare all of us. The final, and hardest question, can we believe him, now, or in his past reporting?
Sadly, this is the first time Ive heard this. Dan's great journalism has earned our love and respect in the past. But now, we may be forced to throw it all away.
But, since it's Easter Sunday, I guess Jesus absolved us of our sins anyway. Myself, Dan, and all the rest of us included.
There's still time to do the right thing. Or he can let just let mainstream media spin this to their own ends and say nothing. That too, will speak volumes.
Thinking with my fingers here: Bondi doesn’t care about a subpoena! She ignored the law and every single norm her position had heretofore considered essential / mandatory. She won't show. In fact, Bondi should defect and tell all! It is really the only defense from Putin’s/Trump’s people she might have. Otherwise, she should probably stay away from open windows. I wonder if she'll seek to defect to Venezuela or somewhere like that and claim she is fleeing from the Democrats in Congress? The possibilities are actually endless!
OK let's figure this out. Iran is still exporting 2.5 million bbls oil a day, Russia more like 4.8 million at increased prices per bl. So no one in the current admin figured the strait of Hormuz might become a choke hold resulting from Israel/US war? Really?
As an American citizen, resident of the EU for many decades, I believe the US has lost so much trust and respect throughout the world that only by swiftly incarcerating this criminal administration will it have any relevant place in the world.
Thank you Dan. That was a very clear and concise summation. I need to read organized, comprehensive, factual writing like yours to settle my own anxiety ( not your concern) and to get a grip on how to sort and listen for truth in all media. I very very much appreciate your work and logic, accuracy. Stay steady. We need yoi now just as we have back in the days!!!!!
Your comments 'seychit' are insightful. Insight is a function of wisdom. It is obvious what is missing. Wisdom has left the Capital.
Wisdom is experienced knowledge, founded on eternal principles and values, that understands impermanence, sees patterns and trends, and, with these attributes, can forecast the future.
Without wisdom, short-term thinking dominates. The absence of empathy becomes policy. Decisions are made for advantage, not consequence. Power replaces responsibility. Noise replaces discernment. Urgency replaces reflection. And what appears decisive is merely reactive.
Without wisdom - what is we have now!
Without wisdom, we lose the ability to see beyond the moment we are in. We trade stewardship for expedience, and the future becomes something we inherit rather than something we shape.
And when wisdom leaves, it doesn’t announce its departure. It shows up in what is no longer considered, no longer valued, no longer asked.
The question is not whether wisdom is missing. It's gone.
The question is: who is willing to bring it back—and stand for it when it is not welcome?
Elders are wisdom carriers. If empowered, organzied and funded, they could get it done. You can easily recognize an Elder, they are wearing their bright red baseball caps with white lettering - MAKE AMERICA WISE AGAIN
Thank you, Dan, for your eloquent summary and insight. I take no comfort in what transpires with Bondi. Relieved that I am that her demise is, at least, moving in the right direction as far as any hint of Justice is concerned. When her “like” start facing jail time, will Justice be recognized for it’s intention. To begin a healing process. The wounds perpetrated by her and all those who continue to be complicit to all things Trumpelstilskin(the impetuous imp who continues to spin disinformation into GOP gold… supposedly), are of such depth it will take some time for any lasting healing to fully recover. Peace to all…
This excerpt out of a New York Times article:
"Once again, Wexner didn’t listen, and thus became the most important contributor to the staggering growth in Epstein’s fortune. One unsolved mystery of the Epstein era is what exactly Wexner got out of their relationship. He has repeatedly refused to answer questions, including ours. But Epstein’s modus operandi with other wealthy men — including the private-equity billionaire Leon Black — was to instill fear that their finances were a mess, that their advisers and even family members were inept or exploiting them and that only one man had the wherewithal to save them."
Does this sound familiar? Put a false, emotionally powerful lie into people's brains. And then proceed to take their money or their vote based on this false reality. The more I read about Epstein the more I see his MO as being so close to Trump's.
We often like to think of the MAGA's as stupid dupes. But here a BILLIONAIRE was duped by this scheme.
I, too, believe the US will be much weaker and poorer, not just here at home, but destroying our alliances while empowering Russia and China will be much harder to repair. Also, this war of choice has demonstrated the severe weaknesses in our military. I need to keep reminding myself that trump and his minions will be held accountable. But the whole world will be 'paying' the price for a very long time. Thank you, Dan, for another concise thought provoking article.
The Rumsfeld Ranch co‐ownership story is very troubling. Its also hard to believe some of his friends didn't know, or may questioned this. It's public knowledge, more or less. And yet, nothing was mentioned for years? That fact should really scare all of us. The final, and hardest question, can we believe him, now, or in his past reporting?
Sadly, this is the first time Ive heard this. Dan's great journalism has earned our love and respect in the past. But now, we may be forced to throw it all away.
But, since it's Easter Sunday, I guess Jesus absolved us of our sins anyway. Myself, Dan, and all the rest of us included.
There's still time to do the right thing. Or he can let just let mainstream media spin this to their own ends and say nothing. That too, will speak volumes.
Thinking with my fingers here: Bondi doesn’t care about a subpoena! She ignored the law and every single norm her position had heretofore considered essential / mandatory. She won't show. In fact, Bondi should defect and tell all! It is really the only defense from Putin’s/Trump’s people she might have. Otherwise, she should probably stay away from open windows. I wonder if she'll seek to defect to Venezuela or somewhere like that and claim she is fleeing from the Democrats in Congress? The possibilities are actually endless!
Makes no difference. The next one will be just as bad if not worse.
https://musingsofanobody.substack.com/p/fire-anybody-you-want-but-this-fish
Thank you, Dan for being the steady news voice in this storm. You’re a lifeline and an American treasure.
OK let's figure this out. Iran is still exporting 2.5 million bbls oil a day, Russia more like 4.8 million at increased prices per bl. So no one in the current admin figured the strait of Hormuz might become a choke hold resulting from Israel/US war? Really?
Don’t get me wrong, I don’t care for her but she was following orders from the orange pig 🐽
Good bye and good riddance! You made a bad choice, and now you have to suffer the consequences. Cry me a river! LOL!
Rumsfeld, Dan, really?
As an American citizen, resident of the EU for many decades, I believe the US has lost so much trust and respect throughout the world that only by swiftly incarcerating this criminal administration will it have any relevant place in the world.
Thank you Dan. That was a very clear and concise summation. I need to read organized, comprehensive, factual writing like yours to settle my own anxiety ( not your concern) and to get a grip on how to sort and listen for truth in all media. I very very much appreciate your work and logic, accuracy. Stay steady. We need yoi now just as we have back in the days!!!!!
Did you really co-own a ranch with Rumsfeld from 1981 to 2007? Say it ain’t so, Dan. 😞
Exactly! And the outer circle which connects with the CIA, Iran- Contra, Wexler..
Your comments 'seychit' are insightful. Insight is a function of wisdom. It is obvious what is missing. Wisdom has left the Capital.
Wisdom is experienced knowledge, founded on eternal principles and values, that understands impermanence, sees patterns and trends, and, with these attributes, can forecast the future.
Without wisdom, short-term thinking dominates. The absence of empathy becomes policy. Decisions are made for advantage, not consequence. Power replaces responsibility. Noise replaces discernment. Urgency replaces reflection. And what appears decisive is merely reactive.
Without wisdom - what is we have now!
Without wisdom, we lose the ability to see beyond the moment we are in. We trade stewardship for expedience, and the future becomes something we inherit rather than something we shape.
And when wisdom leaves, it doesn’t announce its departure. It shows up in what is no longer considered, no longer valued, no longer asked.
The question is not whether wisdom is missing. It's gone.
The question is: who is willing to bring it back—and stand for it when it is not welcome?
Elders are wisdom carriers. If empowered, organzied and funded, they could get it done. You can easily recognize an Elder, they are wearing their bright red baseball caps with white lettering - MAKE AMERICA WISE AGAIN
STOP USING VERSIONS OF STUPID MAN'S " MAGA" SALES GISMO!!!!!!!!
DROP IT!!! ALL MEDIA !!! STOP IT!!!! HE'S GOT YOU HOOKED??!! WRITE WITH YOUR OWN FRESH SPEECH!!!
AMERICA WAS CRUISING W/O HIM!!!! WE DON'T NEED HIS DISGUSTING ADS FOR HIMSELF!!!! STOP!!!
What’s with owning a ranch with Rumsfield?? Disappointing.
Thank you, Dan, for your eloquent summary and insight. I take no comfort in what transpires with Bondi. Relieved that I am that her demise is, at least, moving in the right direction as far as any hint of Justice is concerned. When her “like” start facing jail time, will Justice be recognized for it’s intention. To begin a healing process. The wounds perpetrated by her and all those who continue to be complicit to all things Trumpelstilskin(the impetuous imp who continues to spin disinformation into GOP gold… supposedly), are of such depth it will take some time for any lasting healing to fully recover. Peace to all…