EXECUTIVE SUMMARYIn 2025, U.S. policy and operations shifted in troubling ways: a string of kinetic strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels replaced, in several reported cases, the longstanding law-enforcement approach led by the U.S. Coast Guard. The public record and investigative reporting indicate precision missiles (reported to be Hellfire or similar) were used in some strikes;Continue reading “ISSUE #16: Sea of Consequences — The Cost, Law, and Morality of Striking Suspected Narco-Boats”
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ISSUE #15: THE REPUBLIC AT A CROSSROADS
THE REPUBLIC AT A CROSSROADS A Special Report on Project 2025, Modern Retaliatory Politics, and the Echoes of HistoryBy Nathanial JonesPublished November 20, 2025 Prologue: The Measure of a Moment There are moments in the life of a nation when the horizon darkens, not suddenly, but gradually, as if a storm gathers behind the distantContinue reading “ISSUE #15: THE REPUBLIC AT A CROSSROADS”
ISSUE #14: A Jet for a King, Paid by a Republic: Why Lavish Government Spending Must Be Challenged
In an era that increasingly tests our democratic values, one event has slipped beneath the headlines—but it shouldn’t have. We are faced with the prospect of a former Qatari royal jet, an ultra-luxurious Boeing 747-8, being outfitted for secure government use with American taxpayer dollars. The plan is for this asset to be eventually housedContinue reading “ISSUE #14: A Jet for a King, Paid by a Republic: Why Lavish Government Spending Must Be Challenged”
ISSUE #13: A Tenant’s Struggle for Safe Housing: A Case Study in Civic Accountability
In a small Maine community, one tenant’s experience shines a light on broader systemic concerns surrounding tenant rights, property management accountability, and housing safety. Without naming individuals or companies directly, this article offers a factual and respectful recounting of the issues raised while presenting a meaningful perspective on housing justice. Escalating Rent, Declining Conditions OverContinue reading “ISSUE #13: A Tenant’s Struggle for Safe Housing: A Case Study in Civic Accountability”
ISSUE #12: The Rising Cost of Living in Waterville, Maine: A Crisis for Low-Income Renters and a Call for Reform
ISSUE #12: The Rising Cost of Living in Waterville, Maine: A Crisis for Low-Income Renters and a Call for Reform By The Patriot News As Waterville, Maine continues to evolve, a growing housing crisis threatens the economic security, health, and future of many of its residents. With high rent costs, stagnant wages, and a significantContinue reading “ISSUE #12: The Rising Cost of Living in Waterville, Maine: A Crisis for Low-Income Renters and a Call for Reform”
ISSUE #11: Airspace Intrusions Near Mar-a-Lago: A Costly and Unprecedented Security Posture
Airspace Intrusions Near Mar-a-Lago: A Costly and Unprecedented Security Posture Palm Beach, FL – The skies above Mar-a-Lago have become a focal point of national security concern, marked by a persistent pattern of airspace violations and the subsequent, costly responses from the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). At the heart of this issue liesContinue reading “ISSUE #11: Airspace Intrusions Near Mar-a-Lago: A Costly and Unprecedented Security Posture”
ISSUE #10: Unveiling Courage: Women Warriors and the Enduring Fight for Military Inclusion
Unveiling Courage: Women Warriors and the Enduring Fight for Military Inclusion History, often presented in broad strokes, frequently omits the intricate tapestry of individual stories that truly define it. In the realm of military service, this simplification has obscured the remarkable narratives of those who defied societal constraints to serve their nation. Among these areContinue reading “ISSUE #10: Unveiling Courage: Women Warriors and the Enduring Fight for Military Inclusion”
ISSUE #9: A Dangerous Drift: When Principles Yield to Power
A Dangerous Drift: When Principles Yield to Power The international stage is witnessing a disturbing shift, a departure from established norms that threatens to unravel the very fabric of global stability. A nation, facing the brutal reality of invasion by a powerful aggressor, finds itself not only abandoned but actively antagonized by a former ally.Continue reading “ISSUE #9: A Dangerous Drift: When Principles Yield to Power”
SPECIAL ISSUE #3: Washington’s Enduring Warnings: A Look at Extremism, National Unity, and the Republic’s Early Divides
Washington’s Enduring Warnings: A Look at Extremism, National Unity, and the Republic’s Early Divides George Washington, the first president of the United States, left behind a legacy that extends beyond his military victories and presidential precedents. His words, particularly those in his Farewell Address, remain a crucial guide, offering insights into the dangers of politicalContinue reading “SPECIAL ISSUE #3: Washington’s Enduring Warnings: A Look at Extremism, National Unity, and the Republic’s Early Divides”
SPECIAL ISSUE #2: The 2025 Fiscal Crucible: IRS Funding, Tax Cut Expiration, and the Economic Future
The 2025 Fiscal Crucible: IRS Funding, Tax Cut Expiration, and the Economic Future The year 2025 stands as a pivotal juncture in the United States’ fiscal history, where the confluence of IRS funding debates and the imminent expiration of key provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) creates a complex and consequentialContinue reading “SPECIAL ISSUE #2: The 2025 Fiscal Crucible: IRS Funding, Tax Cut Expiration, and the Economic Future”
