The Irrelevant Second Amendment Argument There are two ways of tackling this subject: My way or “Brian’s” way. My way is designed to be understood virtually immediately—it is designed to be irrefutable and easily accessible to Stupidparty disciples and those of us who need to put such people in … [Read more...]
American Exceptionalism Simply Prevents America from being Truly Exceptional
Americans lack what they need most—passports. Of course, the problem is most dire in Red States. While Israel has it's birthright travel policy, perks (America needs the opposite) a special program to help Trumpeteers to travel, to get out of their caves, to contribute to society. If America wants … [Read more...]
Debates Likely Last Chances to Sway Voters, but Undecideds Unpredictable
Barring any kind of major "October surprise"— ...terrorist attack, disaster, or domestic unrest, the VP debate, and the two remaining presidential debates, are the last major things between now and Election Day that have the chance to sway voters to move away from their current leanings. If things … [Read more...]
9/11 Marked Continuation, Not Beginning, of Politicization of Foreign Policy & National Security
FollowBrian Frydenborg Author, International Affairs/Development/Public Policy Professional, Freelance Writer/Journalist/Consultant/Historian Rather than signify any beginning of weaponizing foreign policy and national security in politics, the 9/11 attacks simply marked the next stage in … [Read more...]
More than 101 Stupidparty Myths Debunked: How to Destroy Every Single Deplorable Trumpeteer Argument (For They Have Nothing)!
This is no typically simple list of 101 eye candy slogans designed as click-bait! This tool, that I am very happy to provide, to any and all, actually represents a mammoth effort, that highlights two solid years of research. I had written a surprisingly well-received book that successfully debunked … [Read more...]
Obama Legacy Becoming Crystal Clear—and it is Quite Brilliant
Obama's popularity grows by the day. Within a couple of years his numbers will be through the roof. The reasons are quite simple—even though they are not fully appreciated today. "Family values" actually means family values: A beautiful family with unimpeachable values. What type of deplorable … [Read more...]
I Want My “Freedoms” Too
When I see an aging white male frothing about freedoms, the first thing that comes to mind is— well, if we were living in your ideal period, say 1760, you would most likely be dead by now. You can drink that glass of water because you can be comfortable that it is clean. Same for the food you eat … [Read more...]
It’s 2016—The Year When Christmas Day Comes Every Day
Since this post will continue to have fresh breaking news, this will be an evolving piece over the next few days... It suddenly struck me. Why am I suddenly always in a great mood—every day better than the previous day—every day being Christmas Day. Every morning I rush down the stairs, go to the … [Read more...]
The 2016 Primary Campaign is Over
Even though the campaigning on both sides will continue - the game is up. Bernie Sanders has acknowledged that he cannot win, but will continue to try and build up his support as much as possible in order to have leverage to move the Democratic platform to the left, as much as possible, during the … [Read more...]
Waiting for the Youth to Rise Up –is Like Waiting for Godot
"What are we doing here, that is the question. And we are blessed in this, that we happen to know the answer. Yes, in the immense confusion one thing alone is clear. We are waiting for Godot to come -- ” ― Samuel Beckett, Waiting for Godot. I have been very careful not to take sides in the Bernie v … [Read more...]