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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.

While the Dem's are playing petty politics just like with Reagan, the situation has gotten much worse. Someone needs to stop worrying as much about other regions, and focus on our own hemisphere... Hearts, Minds, and Uniforms: New Data Reveals China and Russia’s Growing Military Diplomacy Footprint in Latin America and the Caribbean [Hidden Content] [Hidden Content] [Hidden Content]

Really excited to see this game. Wishing good health & hard hits for both squads. Play it like you mean it young men!

A lot more going on here than just pardons for drug traffickers. The U.S. has neglected Central & South America for a long time. Under the Reagan Administration, the U.S. paid special attention to the region, and helped bolster democracies. Interesting that a Democratic Congress that constantly harassed Reagan politically, and tried to sabotage him at every opportunity, almost allowed Communism to flourish in Central/South America all those decades ago for simple political gain at home. Since Reagan, it's been kind of a back-burner issue, and issues have grown to a point where they HAVE to be addressed for REAL National Security purposes. What has happened since? Nicaragua--where we helped the Contras battle the Sandinistas/Communists and establish a democracy--is now a full blown dictatorship under Ortega. In 40 years, he moved the country from a birthing democracy to autocratic rule with help from who? The Sandinistas. Honduras--recent election barely beat back the Marxist/Communist party. Trump succeeded in helping keep the communist party at bay for now. But, he may have opened a can of worms by basically presenting the Executive Branch as above the legal system with his pardon of JOH. Venezuela--no explanation required. Panama/Costa Rica--Still somewhat stable. But, China is exerting a great deal of influence in Panama, and CR--as the historically most stable democracy in Central America--is under economic duress. El Salvador--Recently (July '25) rescinded Presidential term limits. Generally, a first step towards an Autocratic government. These are just a few of the issues. China and Russia are focusing on, and making diplomatic and economic inroads in the region. The Panama Canal is basically being operated by Hutchison Holding (controlled by the CCP), and Panama has joined the Belt & Road Initiative. At any one time, three or four countries in the region flip between Marxism/Communism, Autocracies, or corrupted Democracies. Lately, through neglect by the U.S., the liberal Marxists have taken a real, tangible foothold in the entire region economically, and politically. Russia and China both have military presences in the region now. It appears the Trump Administration has recognized the issues, and is trying to address again. Thus, the pardon. Debatable if it was a good move or not. That's up to smarter people than me and history. But, it appears to have been a way to curb Honduras from becoming another Marxist regime at least temporarily. Sometimes, there aren't any 'good choices.' There's just bad, and worse. That's what happens with neglect and appeasement. As it was when I was more directly involved, if we aren't careful, Mexico will be the only thing standing between us and a Communist China/Russia satellite region called Central America. As I said in the beginning of this post, there's a lot more going on here than drug traffickers.

The JAG in charge of directly advising would have given their opinion, their opinion would then go up the chain. Many missions of this type (in the past) would eventually wind their way to direct consultation with DOJ, as they work hand-in-hand on key SpecOp activities. If DOJ isn’t involved, the activity is typically ‘off book’, and the operators won’t be uniformed, direct associate DOD personnel. Yes on the pardon statement.

lol An active JAG wouldn’t make that comment, which means they are no more than someone else with an agenda. You really do get suckered in, don’t you?

Hard to believe she won the county that includes Nashville when she bad-mouthed Nashville.

Without getting into specific details, I’ll just remind folks that SpecOps operate under different ROE’s than conventional military units. Yes. They still operate under international laws and rules of combat while in uniform, or under the flag of the U.S. But, rules are vastly more flexible. Typically, a USN vessel assisting in deterring criminal activity will replace their fleet flags with a Coast Guard flag, and thus—technically—be under CG control with the legal protections offered. It can be debated if designating a group a terrorist organization makes them a military or criminal target. I don’t have details on the attack in September. If true SpecOps, much of what you’re hearing from the chattering class is inaccurate/incomplete due to their lack of knowledge of the incident, and in the different ROE’s. Rest assured, when uniformed DOD personnel are involved, JAG is also involved at every level in the chain. They are the experts in military law. Not civilian lawyers, pundits, or politicians. If Congress wants to change something, they need to pass a resolution of some sort defining when/how POTUS can use force. History has shown—all the way back to Jefferson and the Barbary pirates—that POTUS has the authority to defend the U.S. and it’s interests with military force. ‘Defending the U.S.’ is the gray area in this case just as it was with many previous Presidents, including Obama and Libya, and Biden and the Houthis. Finally, I’d be especially concerned how leaks from military operations were still occurring.

A lot better than NRG to me. I think it’s better when a smaller venue is packed vs a less than 1/2 full stadium.

Winter gasoline blends also have a higher RVP. They need less additives. So, they’re cheaper to produce. Typically, that savings is passed on to the consumer. Diesel prices are the better price to track for economic factors, and costs. They are what affect commerce.

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