OlDawg

I predict PAM’s gonna’ need to be a lot more disciplined. I don’t think they’ll be able to get by SV with all the penalties. I do think I read somewhere where one of SV’s RB’s (#3) was dinged up. Don’t quote me on it though.

As suspected—and posted earlier—this is about more than drug trafficking. This is re-establishment of the Monroe Doctrine. The Administration has confirmed as of today. Experience in these matters leads me to say ‘It’s about time.” [Hidden Content] [Hidden Content]

Congrats Titans! Excellent season Eagles!

Is this a serious question?

What's your point? That fraud is equivalent to murder of thousands by illicit drugs?

The vessel itself was still a legitimate target as it wasn't totally destroyed. It was in international waters. This renders Article 2 & 3 moot because of territory. As to the survivors, they can be classified as illegal combatants (who have no legal protections under Geneva, and very limited/unagreed upon protections under IHL), or they can be classified as criminals. I believe it's been established by testimony that the individuals weren't specifically targeted for extermination. The 2 individuals basically have no more rights under Geneva or IHL than a spy. They bear no allegiance to any particular country, and they aren't in uniform. Their intent is to deceive. Thus, they are afforded minimal protections. This is a debate because the Administration chose to use direct affiliated military personnel & equipment, and the debate of terrorist vs criminal is ongoing. It's also a debate because many feel offended by someone being killed for any reason. But, for some reason, drug induced deaths are looked upon as more of the victim's fault by some even though they're dead just the same. Why aren't the drug smugglers who are dead looked upon as it was more their fault as well? I wouldn't condone murder by directly affiliated DOD personnel in uniform. That would be strictly against U.S. law, UCMJ, Geneva & IHL. But, I don't believe this has been established as that yet. Again, the boat was a legitimate target.

Rand Paul was not involved in the SCIF briefing. In addition--regardless of what you hear from the chatter class and others--there's no accepted standards under IHL or Geneva that govern treatment of terrorists. You can quibble about these folks being classified terrorists. But, all of this is very gray. This would all be moot if the U.S. used other assets. But, my personal belief is the Administration is going this particular route to also force a leadership change, and wants everyone in the region (and our global adversaries) to know this hemisphere is still under U.S. control/protection. Truthfully, this isn't a very efficient way of dealing with the situation of drug trafficking. It's being done for other reasons.

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Amen to this. Some fan bases have every penalty excuse in the book. I get tired of hearing penalty excuses. Play the game through the penalties. Win or lose. I don't remember LP fans griping about penalties. We usually just say we didn't deserve to win, and move on. I hope both teams play their best, and no injuries for either team. SV blanked New Braunfels 24-0 after barely winning their first game in district. Whoever wins will need all hands on deck. Good Luck to both!

I make up the homemade Fiesta blend in the recipe below, and use the Liquid Smoke soak. The soak is key to making them awesome! Cook them in small batches in my Butterball electric turkey fryer where I can control temp easier. They come out almost identical to Sartin’s. Still a pain in the butt though. In my younger years, I’d make some Shrimphooley’s—grilled shrimp on top of grilled oysters with the lemon, butter, garlic, and Parmesan mix—on the hickory wood grill to snack on while I was cracking/cleaning crab. Full day adventure between shucking, peeling, cracking, drinking, & eating. Gave up drinking—except for ‘near beer’ now. So, not sure I’d enjoy the day as much. Grandkids might make it fun again though. The original Sartin’s method is below if you ever get a hankering to try it yourself. Just remember to add the Liquid Smoke Hickory flavor. [Hidden Content]

True. But, you also don't have to have a POTUS bragging, showing videos that don't need to be shown, and warning the target that clandestine operators are coming. Kind of defeats the purpose of clandestine operators. His big mouth and bravado puts their lives in danger more than necessary. Handle first. Talk about it after folks are out of harm's way as much as possible.

I wish Sartin's was still around. Pain in the butt to make BBQ crabs. Still do sometimes. In fact, grandson was told about them by my son & now I have a new request. Oughta make my son help for spilling the beans. I can just see 3 grandkids trying to eat crabs for the first time, and envisioning the mess. Worse than thinking about a blizzard. Bigger shivers.

‘Anonymous source’ after viewing classified material in a highly restricted SCIF room?

Hey! Don’t knock it! 😆 Had chopped steak with baked sweet potatoes last night. Went fancy with a slice of sharp cheddar on the steak, and last of the leftover jellied cranberry sauce. All followed by an excellent cup of black Folgers with 4 Walmart butter cookies. Who remember tuna & gravy on toast? Yep. Meal of champions. 😂😱🤣 Of course, Sunday dinner was always cornbread & milk (cornbread actually in the milk), and mustard/turnip/mixed greens, and pinto beans. No ham. Just beans.

You are free to disagree with many things about this Administration. But, I've posted relevant information that shows your ignorance of the bigger situation. NOTE: I'm NOT calling either of you ignorant. Just unaware (the actual meaning of 'ignorant') of bigger things going on, and why an election caught the attention of this Administration.