Remember when Barack Obama was front and center and ‘slow Joe’ was in the background?

Remember when Barack Obama was front and center and ‘slow Joe’ was in the background?

Special to WorldTribune.com By Bill Juneau [Editor’s Note: Former Chicago reporter and editor Bill Juneau reflects on a national phenomenon who, unlike other former U.S. presidents, still maintains a residence in our nation’s capital.] We frequently hear news of former President Obama and of his life and activities in his 11.75 million dollar waterfront home […]

After Afghanistan, a nightmare scenario for South Korea

After Afghanistan, a nightmare scenario for South Korea

Special to WorldTribune.com By Donald Kirk This nightmare scenario comes to mind: the Chinese have invaded South Korea in the name of the North Koreans, who are sort of an auxiliary force, and the wobbly, weak-kneed American president decides the South Koreans can fight on their own with no American troops, no U.S. air or […]

Afghanistan, September 1, 2021: Dust settling on disaster

Afghanistan, September 1, 2021: Dust settling on disaster

Special to WorldTribune.com By John J. Metzler The dust is now settling on an unmitigated military disaster and a stinging political humiliation for the United States’ standing in the world. The unfolding Afghan fiasco confronts Washington policymakers with complicated Rubik’s cube choices in the wake of Kabul’s collapse.  The Biden Administration’s next moves will affect […]

Pfizer rolls out ‘Family-size Covid Vaccine Booster Tubs; Don’t even think of leaving Costco without some

Pfizer rolls out ‘Family-size Covid Vaccine Booster Tubs; Don’t even think of leaving Costco without some

S A T I R E In a deal that probably has nothing to do with Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine showing disappointing long-term effectiveness, the pharmaceutical giant has announced an ambitious partnership with bulk wholesale giant Costco, and the unveiling of the new Pfizer-Kirkland Signature 5-Gallon Family Size Vaccine Booster Tub™. Every Costco store is now […]

Afghanistan: Politics trumped competence

Afghanistan: Politics trumped competence

Special to WorldTribune.com By John McNabb The Afghanistan nightmare has just begun. Americans I know, love and respect have one question: How could this be happening in late August 2021? I have some insights based on personal experiences after my combat flying tours during the Vietnam War. But first we must look to the desk […]

In fast response to Afghanistan crisis, Pelosi introduces articles of impeachment . . . against Trump

In fast response to Afghanistan crisis, Pelosi introduces articles of impeachment . . . against Trump

S A T I R E Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has announced Congress will be taking action immediately as the situation in Afghanistan rapidly deteriorates. To hold those responsible for the evacuation debacle, Congress will consider articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump. “Good morning, Thursday morning,” Pelosi said during a press conference […]

Who signed off on Bagram? The hinge of fate

Who signed off on Bagram? The hinge of fate

Special to WorldTribune.com By John J. Metzler The warning flags were clearly there but Team Biden chose not to heed them. A top secret State Department Memo in mid-July, cited by the Wall Street Journal, signaled swift advances of  the Taliban and the impending collapse of the Afghan military. Nobody seemed to notice? Let’s offer […]

Rudderless: And where’s the fierce White House press corps that hounded President Trump for a cognition test?

Rudderless: And where’s the fierce White House press corps that hounded President Trump for a cognition test?

Special to WorldTribune.com By Bill Juneau With the Afghanistan mess now front and center, all eyes have become focused upon the befuddled President Biden and his feckless policies which have created havoc in that mountainous country in the Middle East. His loose thinking has allowed the psychopathic Taliban tribe, with their confiscated American machine guns […]

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