Life in a declining society often brings about astonishing events, and it seems that each day unfolds a new surprise. While this may not be enjoyable, we find ourselves unable to resist its pull.
Indeed, there’s little we can do besides embrace the absurdity. Here’s what we mean…
The U.S. federal government’s debt stands at a staggering $16.8 trillion. When factoring in household, corporate, and local government debts, the total skyrockets to $59.6 trillion. You’d think that something would give under such weight.
Many entities have indeed faltered—Detroit being a prime example. However, as John Maynard Keynes, the proponent of deficit spending, famously stated, “There’s a lot of ruin” in a nation.
The prevailing ruin can certainly stir frustration, but we advise against succumbing to that emotion. Instead, we recommend finding humor in it. Continue reading
Wednesday proved to be one of the more amusing days in recent memory. President Obama delivered a speech on the economy, aiming to inject life into his economic and domestic policy agenda, as noted by a Reuters article.
Unfortunately, the speech didn’t achieve its goal. Instead, it served as a reminder of the jovial antics of the nation’s leader…
While there have certainly been worse presidents—and even some who may have been less intelligent—none have brought forth such a constant stream of humor.
Just a glance at him is enough to incite laughter, and when he speaks, we often find ourselves in stitches. His speeches leave us in eager anticipation of a punchline that rarely arrives. You know what we mean…
Obama’s eloquent delivery contrasts sharply with the rough substance of his words, creating a comedic aura that even Steve Martin might envy. When discussing the economy, the humor escalates to new heights. Continue reading
Last Thursday, Detroit filed the largest municipal bankruptcy case in U.S. history. Two days later, Helen Thomas passed away. Both events seemed inevitable.
While there’s no direct link between the demise of Helen Thomas and that of Motor City, both have significant implications.
For decades, Helen Thomas held an enviable role as a Presidential Correspondent, challenging the President with questions he often preferred to avoid. Few would pass up the chance to confront the world’s top public servant, criticizing their missteps, especially those of Nixon and Obama, which must have been a riot.
Sadly, Thomas lingered in the spotlight long after her prime. She could have gracefully exited the stage decades ago, preserving her reputation. Instead, she continued until May 27, 2010, when she made remarks about Israelis and Palestinians that were ill-advised for public discourse. Continue reading
In the early 1980s, it’s said that Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping looked out across the people’s communes and declared, “To get rich is glorious.”
Without hesitation, individuals abandoned their rakes and left the farms, flooding into factories. Remarkably, over one billion people unified to create—a revolution in production occurred. Within a generation, a tidal wave of “Made in China” products filled markets worldwide.
After years of stagnation, many were finally improving their lives. Some purchased refrigerators, while others enjoyed red meat. A bright future seemed imminent. Everyone felt it.
However, while the Chinese were busy producing goods for export, they also engaged in constructing skyscrapers and entire cities, often without consideration of occupancy. By the dawn of the 2010s, the property boom had morphed into an astounding bubble. According to one analyst, China is building between 12 and 24 new cities annually. Continue reading
