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No Kings: An Open Call For Communism

No Kings: An Open Call For Communism

So I guess the No Kings Communists were out in full force Saturday calling for a revolution.

They all gathered up along the George Shanley Bridge here in town to demonstrate their great disdain for the American way of life — pushing for some sort of change from liberty to some quasi sort of authoritarianism.

When you look at the average age of these people you might begin to understand why they are going on about hating freedom so much — these are people from my generation, tired old white people who in their younger years embraced the utopian spew of Mao in the 60’s. These sorts of demonstrations serve only to attempt to mask the utopian ideologies that were prevalent in 1968 and today, as back then, serve absolutely no useful purpose — other than to demonstrate the societal ignorance that still persists.

The so-called No Kings movement has less to do with Trump than you might think — sure, Trump is a bombastic self centered egotist, but if you look closely enough you’ll see that Trump is just the latest placeholder for the movements angst. Next week at 2 o’clock it will be somebody else, and on and on it goes.

So-called caring and enlightened people being sold a bill of goods is nothing new in this country. No Kings is just the latest manifestation of a Communist movement that started way back in the 1920’s — Communism by any other name is still Communism. Call it what you will, the ideology is still the same. McCarthy was on to something back in the 1950’s I think.

Social Security (1935) is a program lifted directly from the Soviet playbook. LBJ’s Great Society (1964) was a further extension of the Communist agenda — the social security system in the Soviet Union was established after the October Revolution of 1917, focusing on providing social insurance, pensions, and various benefits to workers and their families. Over time, it evolved to include healthcare, housing, and support for vulnerable groups — sound familiar?

Though it might be claimed that No Kings is a grassroots movent it’s anything but — the movement is a well organized and heavily funded movement by design.

Follow the Money

No Kings is funded, in part, by a network of socialist and communist-aligned groups (e.g., Party for Socialism and Liberation, People’s Forum, CodePink, ANSWER Coalition, Freedom Road Socialist Organization) that actively participates and mobilizes members. Many of these are funded by Neville Roy Singham, a U.S. tech billionaire and self-described communist who has poured hundreds of millions into far-left activism (often with reported ties to China-linked causes).

Hundreds of other partners (for funding and organization) include the ACLU, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, MoveOn, Sierra Club, Human Rights Campaign, AFL-CIO and other unions, Democratic Socialists of America, League of Women Voters, Greenpeace, and many local Indivisible/50501 chapters. These groups are funded by a mix of:

    • Progressive foundations
    • Union dues
    • Small-dollar grassroots donations
    • Occasional taxpayer-funded grants to nonprofits

Bottom line

No Kings is being financed by the normal operating budgets of a vast left-wing nonprofit/union network, with George Soros’ foundations as a major documented backer of the lead organizer (Indivisible) and Neville Roy Singham as a key financier of the more radical socialist factions involved.

No evidence of direct foreign government funding or a centralized “No Kings” war chest exists in public reporting.

Communism Deposes Kings

Communism really never stops at kings. It deposes the very idea of limited power, property, or dissent — and installs something that makes most historical monarchs look restrained by comparison.

History shows the pattern with brutal clarity.

Here are just a few examples:

    • Russia, 1917: Bolsheviks forced Tsar Nicholas II to abdicate, then murdered him and his family in 1918. The Romanov dynasty — 300+ years old — ended in a basement.
    • Romania, 1947: King Michael I (who had actually helped overthrow the Nazis) was coerced at gunpoint into abdicating by communist officials backed by the Soviets. The monarchy was abolished the same day.
    • Ethiopia, 1974: The Marxist-Leninist Derg junta deposed Emperor Haile Selassie, last ruler of the 3,000-year Solomonic dynasty. He died under house arrest the next year.
    • Laos, 1975: The Pathet Lao communists overthrew King Savang Vatthana and ended the 600-year monarchy.
    • Yugoslavia, 1945: Tito’s partisans abolished the monarchy; King Peter II died in exile.

Similar patterns hit Bulgaria, Hungary, and other Eastern European states after WWII under Soviet influence. Where no king existed (Cuba under Batista, China after the Qing had already fallen), the pattern was the same: traditional power structures were liquidated.

One thing that sort of struck me when I drove across the George Shanley Bridge on Saturday was that there were so many people railing against a system that they themselves are trying to usher in. It just boggles the mind at how so many people can be brainwashed into believing that Communism is a good thing. They hate Trump because they were told to hate Trump — the focus has to be on Trump because if it weren’t they might be appalled at what they are actually fighting for. The real kicker here is that they were all standing out there for free. Standing out there encouraging their own downfall.

I’m not going to ask anyone to make it make sense. Communism is nonsensical already and it makes people do nonsensical things — as we saw Saturday on the George Shanley Bridge.

Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried green tomatoes are a beloved Southern dish, featuring unripe tomatoes sliced, breaded, and fried to crispy perfection with a tangy interior. This recipe serves about 4-6 people as a side or appetizer and takes around 30 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients:

    • 4 medium green tomatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
    • Salt and black pepper, to taste
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 2 large eggs, beaten (or substitute with 1 cup buttermilk for a tangier coating)
    • 1 cup yellow cornmeal (or a mix of cornmeal and panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch)
    • 1 tsp paprika (smoked for added flavor)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
    • Vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying (about 2 cups, or enough to fill skillet 1/2-inch deep)

Directions:

    • Prepare the tomatoes: Slice the green tomatoes and lay them out on a paper towel-lined plate. Sprinkle both sides lightly with salt to draw out excess moisture. Let them sit for 10-15 minutes, then pat dry with more paper towels. This helps achieve a crispier fry.
    • Set up dredging stations: In three shallow bowls, place the flour seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne in the first; the beaten eggs (or buttermilk) in the second; and the cornmeal in the third.
    • Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F (a drop of water should sizzle immediately).
    • Bread and fry: Dredge each tomato slice first in the flour, shaking off excess; then dip in the egg mixture; and finally coat in cornmeal. Fry in batches without crowding the pan, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
    • Serve hot: Enjoy immediately, perhaps with a simple dipping sauce like ranch mixed with Cajun seasoning or hot sauce for extra kick.
Tips

Choose firm, unripe green tomatoes for the best texture—avoid any starting to turn red.
For a gluten-free version, use cornmeal only or gluten-free flour.
Leftovers can be reheated in an oven at 375°F to restore crispiness, but they’re best fresh.




 

Apple Taps Google Gemini to Enhance Apple Intelligence

Google Gemini

Apple has announced a multi-year partnership with Google to integrate Gemini AI models into its ecosystem, aiming to boost Apple Intelligence features and deliver a significant upgrade to Siri later in 2026.

Under the deal, the next generation of Apple’s foundation models will be built on Google’s Gemini technology and cloud infrastructure, while preserving Apple’s focus on privacy through on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute.

This collaboration positions Gemini as the core for a more personalized and capable Siri, expected to roll out as early as March, shifting OpenAI‘s ChatGPT to a secondary role in Apple’s AI strategy.

The move comes after Apple evaluated various AI providers and concluded that Google’s tech offers the strongest foundation for its needs.

It’s seen as a major win for Alphabet, which hit a $4 trillion market valuation following the announcement, and highlights Apple’s efforts to catch up in the AI race where it has lagged behind rivals.

Critics, including some online discussions, view this as an admission of Apple’s internal AI shortcomings, especially given the rivalry between the two companies.

Google Gemini Benefits

The partnership is expected to unlock new user experiences, such as enhanced personalization drawing from services like Gmail and Photos — potentially previewing Siri’s future capabilities in iOS updates.

This partnership is notable given the competitive history between Apple and Google, whose platforms often compete directly in areas such as mobile operating systems, services, and ecosystems. However, the scale and cost of developing advanced AI models has led many companies to rely on shared infrastructure or external models, even while competing in other areas.

As Apple Intelligence continues to roll out across devices, the success of the partnership will ultimately be reflected in how useful and seamless these new AI-driven features feel to everyday users.

Siri Upgrade Details

The upcoming Siri upgrade, powered by the Google Gemini AI through Apple’s multi-year partnership, is set to debut with iOS 26.4 as early as March or April 2026.

This revamp aims to make Siri more conversational, personalized, and capable, shifting it from its current limitations to handling complex, context-aware interactions similar to advanced chatbots.

Key aspects include on-device processing for privacy, integration with Apple Intelligence features (like those previewed at WWDC 2024), and no visible Google branding — Apple will fine-tune Gemini’s models to match its ecosystem preferences.

Reported New Features

Based on early reports, the Gemini-powered Siri is expected to introduce these seven capabilities:

    • Conversational answers to factual questions: Handle world knowledge queries in a natural, back-and-forth dialogue style.
    • Storytelling: Generate and narrate stories on demand.
    • Emotional support: Offer empathetic responses and guidance for user well-being.
    • Task assistance: Manage complex actions like booking travel or other real-world errands.
    • Document creation: Automatically generate notes or documents (e.g., a recipe in the Notes app) based on provided info.
    • Conversation memory: Retain and reference details from past interactions for continuity.
    • Proactive suggestions: Provide app-based recommendations, such as Calendar reminders or insights.

Additional Enhancements

    • Personal context awareness: Siri will better understand user-specific data, like pulling flight details from Mail or reservation plans from Messages to answer queries (e.g., “When does Mom’s flight land, and what’s our lunch spot?”).
    • On-screen and app integration: Improved awareness of what’s on your device screen, with deeper controls over apps for seamless actions.
    • Rollout phases: Core features launch this spring, but advanced ones (like full multi-app orchestration) may wait until iOS 27 later in 2026. More details are anticipated at WWDC in June.

This upgrade positions Gemini as the primary AI backbone for Siri, relegating OpenAI’s ChatGPT to a supplementary role for certain queries.

Overall, it’s designed to close the gap with competitors by making Siri more intuitive and helpful in everyday use.




 

BLM: Proposed Cancellation of American Prairie Bison Permits

BLM: Proposed Cancellation of American Prairie Bison Permits

On January 16, 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM), under the direction of Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, issued a proposed decision to revoke seven grazing permits held by the American Prairie Reserve (APR) in Phillips County.

This action would cancel authorization for APR to graze bison on approximately 63,000 acres of federal public lands, reversing a 2022 BLM decision that had allowed the change from cattle to bison grazing.

The decision stems from the determination that APR’s bison, managed for conservation and public harvest rather than commercial production, do not qualify as “domestic livestock” under the Taylor Grazing Act of 1934, which governs BLM grazing permits.

The permits in question had been in place since 2005, initially for cattle, before APR sought and received approval to switch to bison.

BLM’s move followed years of opposition from local ranchers, who argued the bison posed risks to livestock health, fencing, and traditional grazing practices, as well as legal challenges and intervention by Montana state officials.

Governor Greg Gianforte hailed the proposal as a “win for Montana’s ranchers, agricultural producers, and the rule of law,” criticizing it as a correction of federal overreach that prioritizes local communities and food production. Similarly, Attorney General Austin Knudsen supported the cancellation, stating it would protect the livestock industry and ranching communities in eastern Montana.

Groups like the Montana Beef Council and Montana Stock Growers Association echoed these sentiments, viewing it as a safeguard for public lands and traditional agriculture.

In contrast, APR CEO Alison Fox called the decision “unfair, deeply disappointing, disruptive, and inconsistent with long-standing public-lands grazing practices in Montana.” She emphasized that APR has grazed bison successfully for 20 years in compliance with all requirements, seeking only equal treatment under the law without special privileges.

Fox highlighted community benefits, including public bison harvests that feed Montana families and over $150,000 raised locally through harvest raffles in the past decade.

APR is currently reviewing the proposal and plans to advocate for an equitable grazing system.

The proposal is not yet final and includes a 15-day protest period before potential implementation.

This development reflects ongoing tensions between conservation efforts to restore native bison populations and concerns from the ranching community over land use and economic impacts in rural Montana.

 




 

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