Tag Archives: iran

Days of Reckoning

Posted on June 22, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, June 21, 2026, The concept of a day of reckoning is universal in Judeo-Christian and Islamic cultures. We’re taught since childhood, and we grow up believing that we will eventually be held accountable for our actions. It hasn’t … Continue reading →

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Trump, the G7, and a 60 Day Reprieve

Posted on June 15, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, June 15, 2026 Anyone but a delusional narcissist like Donald Trump would be mortified. If he were anyone but Donald Trump I would feel empathy for him. Imagine you were in his shoes, heading for a G7 meeting … Continue reading →

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Regime Changes

Posted on June 13, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, June 13, 2026 2026 may be remembered more for regime changes than anything else, assuming the wrongheaded war with Iran doesn’t erupt into something much larger and more dangerous. The latter possibility seems frighteningly more likely than it … 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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Trump vs Xi

Posted on May 12, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell,  May 12, 2026 A normal person approaching a critical summit with the leader of our most powerful and dangerous adversary, knowing they have no trump cards to play might be nervous. They might suffer extreme anxiety attacks and … Continue reading →

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And The Winner is … China

Posted on May 7, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, May 7, 2026 Project 2025 and Donald Trump’s impossible to control ego have been driving his second term. As we approach the confluence of the crises Trump has put in motion, it’s important to understand that Project 2025 … Continue reading →

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Victory vs Humiliation

Posted on May 4, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, May 4, 2026 About seventy percent of Americans are asking why we are at war with Iran. The issue is not whether anyone disagrees with prohibiting Iran from developing nuclear weapons as long as they are the world’s … Continue reading →

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Prediction Markets

Posted on April 24, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 24, 2026 The first time I visited Las Vegas was during a cross-country road trip in 1974 in the midst of the Arab Oil Embargo which had shockingly raised gasoline prices from 19 to 53 cents a … Continue reading →

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Evolution or Opportunism – Who is the Real JD Vance?

Posted on April 11, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 11, 2026 Some leaders grow into their roles, maturing and broadening their perspective as they age. They start out espousing naive philosophies and opinions, but life experiences lead them in new directions. Probably the best example, during … Continue reading →

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Trump’s War in Iran Has Diminished America

Posted on April 9, 2026 by alanpzendell

Alan Zendell, April 9, 2026 The silliness over Donald Trump and Iran’s leaders both claiming victory in Trump’s thirty-eight day war masks a more troubling reality. For Iran, “victory” means that the regime still exists, and they still have the … Continue reading →

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