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The Full Cost of the Iran War

Posted on June 10, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, June 10, 2026, We wake up every morning hoping to learn that our president has finally reached the initial stages of a deal to permanently end the fighting around the Persian Gulf and neighboring countries. Every day that … Continue reading →

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I Call the Shots!

Posted on June 9, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, June 9, 2026 If ever there were an epithet that described Donald Trump, it’s the title of this piece. Our arrogant, rude, egotistical president has a desperate need to be in charge, or at least to have all … Continue reading →

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The Only People Who Fear Trump are MAGA Republicans

Posted on May 27, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, May 27, 2026 Every day, at least one person asks me, “How can Donald Trump ______?” You fill in the blank. I always answer the same way. We can’t possibly know what motivates Donld Trump deep down, because … Continue reading →

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The Iran Cul de Sac

Posted on May 1, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 30, 2026 I heard Secretry of Defense Pete Hegseth tell Senators, today, that even though it’s been sixty days since Trump ordered the bombing of Iran to begin, the War Powers Resolution doesn’t come into play because … Continue reading →

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What Has Trump’s War Against Iran Accomplished?

Posted on April 8, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 8, 2026 The world breathed a sigh of relief, but only minutes passed before the reality of the terms of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran were revealed for what they are. President Trump’s outrageous, … Continue reading →

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Does Anyone Actually Like Donald Trump?

Posted on April 5, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 5, 2026 In the transactional universe of Donald Trump, everything has a price, and every action generates a quid pro quo. Friendship, collegiality, and courtesy are simply bargaining chips, tools of manipulation, domination, and intimidation. All that matters … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Take Our Country Back

Posted on March 16, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, March 16, 2026 I’m tempted to write that our president communicates as incoherently as my five-year-old grandson. But at dinner a few nights ago I spent an hour listening to him, and while I was dismayed by some … Continue reading →

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The Real Issues Raised by Trump’s Attack on Iran

Posted on March 6, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, March 6, 2026 It’s essential that we maintain our focus on why a striking majority of Americans are opposed to our war against Iran. There are two issues that are completely distinct from each other, and Trump, like … Continue reading →

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The Attack on Iran in the Perspective of History

Posted on March 1, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, March 1, 2026 In 1940 and 1941, World War 2 was already underway with a divided America attempting to avoid direct involvement. The Germany-Italy Axis was intent on subjugating all of Europe under Fascist regimes like their own, … Continue reading →

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Congress’ Silence Over Iran

Posted on February 19, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, February 19, 2026 In 1973, Congress passed the War Powers resolution over President Nixon’s veto. It’s purpose, as the Vietnam conflict came to an embarrassing close, was to limit a president’s power to go to war without Congressional … Continue reading →

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