Excellent commentary as usual Adam! This is what national suicide looks like. Democrat policy choices reflect one concern and that is the Democrat party gaining and maintaining power. They need a bogeyman to run against and even though Trump wasn’t running for anything in NJ Sherrill whipped up foolish voters to vote against him by voting for her. That’s basically the democrat party playbook. They’ll do the same thing in 2028 whether JD Vance or Marco Rubio or Ron DeSantis or anyone else ends up as the GOP candidate. Facts won’t matter. Until voters get smart and stop voting for the demagogue democrats they will continue to suffer.
The GOP is no panacea, but they are the only viable alternative to the soft communism that the democrats are peddling. Democrat policy choices are about what’s best for the democrat party and have absolutely nothing to do with what’s best for voters, and by that I mean current U.S. citizens. Voters who think otherwise are simply wrong and they should consult history for proof of that, not empty democrat promises. The federal government shutdown is only the most recent example of how democrats will do anything, including engaging in rank hypocrisy and multiple, provable outright lies, to gain and maintain power. In true communist fashion it’s all about the party and never about the people.
The great replacement theory is not a theory and this election cycle proved it. If current voters don’t vote for them they will import the third world to do so. In typical American fashion we are heedlessly driving at top speed towards a crossroads. Based on recent voting practices I am not confident that we will choose the right direction.
"This summer I trained myself to bear the heat indoors — because the previous year I paid a king’s ransom for daring to feel comfortable in my own home." Let me add to your great observation that we have to endure No Kings protest so we all can pay king's ransom to feel comfortable. Our energy bills skyrocketed so much even my liberal neighbor called out for a meter check. During a heat wave, we put a the AC on for a few days. It added well over $400 to the bill. The unit is new and I kept the thermostat at 78. Newsoms brags about CA but we are riding the fumes of what others built long ago. He should be called out as some type of plagiarist where he is taking credit for others work.
Another amazing article by you, Adam! The people of New Jersey have once again been convinced to vote against their own best interest. Mikie Sherrill seems like a kind and sincere person to me, but she's totally misguided and focused on the wrong things. Her campaign didn't talk about the issues; it focused on Trump. New Jerseyans will continue to be crushed under the weight of over-taxation, overregulation, the high cost of living, and strict zoning laws. Adam and many other New Jerseyans have to go without air conditioning in summer. Everything in the stores is ridiculously expensive. People dread getting their W-9 form during tax season. Governor-elect Sherrill will continue the failed policies of Phil Murphy, will continue to fund costly renewable-energy projects that aren't practical and will never be completed and New Jersey will continue to be a sanctuary state and harbor illegal immigrants. I think you should at least consider relocating. Here is what I would recommend the state of New Jersey do to make life better for its people. Cut taxes, do deregulation, reform zoning laws, cancel all costly renewable-energy projects, create your own version of the DOGE and audit the New Jersey state government and get rid of all wasteful spending, New Jersey will revoke its status as a sanctuary state and fully cooperate with ICE, all welfare benefits for illegal immigrants will be abolished, companies in the state who hire illegal immigrants will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, ban DEI, gender-affirming care for minors and Transgender people competing in women's sports, and reform the New Jersey public school system.
The New Jersey Democratic Party needs to completely revamp their policy platform. They should reform their platform to stand for the following:
* Supporting a woman's right to choose, abortion should be safe, legal and rare.
* Pro-LGBT rights however, it will be balanced with common sense, science and women's rights.
* Pro-Gun Control
* Pro-Universal Healthcare
* Pro-Tax Reform
* Cut taxes for the lower and middle classes.
* Roll back unnecessary and burdensome regulations.
* Support an efficiently managed social safety net.
* End all wasteful spending on costly public works projects.
* Protect the environment while not breaking the bank.
* Support colorblindness, universalism and reasonable policies to assist minorities & women.
* Welcome legal immigrants to our state and amnesty and a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants who meet certain, specific criteria.
* Close all sanctuary cities and full cooperation with ICE.
Human history rolls on and we're at another inflection point. As the cost of living continues its growing inverse relationship with the standard of living, there will come a tipping point one way or the other. The last 10 years of hysteria are a symptom that the choice ahead is getting closer. One way I see to prevent a descent into communism is trim the federal budget back to the barebones, funding only the military, the DOJ and the highway system, and taxing by number of persons in each state. Get rid of the income tax and let the states do all the taxing of their residents however they decide, but each provides the same funds per citizen to pay for the above federal responsibilities. A simplistic start of an idea, but at least a start.
Given the circumstances of the electorate in the state of New Jersey, it might be time for you to consider relocation. Especially if you are unable to afford the cost of living.
I understand. I was in a similar position when I lived in California. It was only after the deaths of my older sister and brother that I had to return to the East Coast (I am a NJ native who left in 1982 to serve in the Navy) to live with my elderly father in Delaware. I also enjoyed living in San Diego for nearly three decades (13 years as a resident), with a great job, friends and family. Whelp, the job went away in 2015 (I was one of the 30,000 laid off from a major tech company), and as they say, the rest is history.
Excellent commentary as usual Adam! This is what national suicide looks like. Democrat policy choices reflect one concern and that is the Democrat party gaining and maintaining power. They need a bogeyman to run against and even though Trump wasn’t running for anything in NJ Sherrill whipped up foolish voters to vote against him by voting for her. That’s basically the democrat party playbook. They’ll do the same thing in 2028 whether JD Vance or Marco Rubio or Ron DeSantis or anyone else ends up as the GOP candidate. Facts won’t matter. Until voters get smart and stop voting for the demagogue democrats they will continue to suffer.
The GOP is no panacea, but they are the only viable alternative to the soft communism that the democrats are peddling. Democrat policy choices are about what’s best for the democrat party and have absolutely nothing to do with what’s best for voters, and by that I mean current U.S. citizens. Voters who think otherwise are simply wrong and they should consult history for proof of that, not empty democrat promises. The federal government shutdown is only the most recent example of how democrats will do anything, including engaging in rank hypocrisy and multiple, provable outright lies, to gain and maintain power. In true communist fashion it’s all about the party and never about the people.
The great replacement theory is not a theory and this election cycle proved it. If current voters don’t vote for them they will import the third world to do so. In typical American fashion we are heedlessly driving at top speed towards a crossroads. Based on recent voting practices I am not confident that we will choose the right direction.
Thank you 😊
I agree
"This summer I trained myself to bear the heat indoors — because the previous year I paid a king’s ransom for daring to feel comfortable in my own home." Let me add to your great observation that we have to endure No Kings protest so we all can pay king's ransom to feel comfortable. Our energy bills skyrocketed so much even my liberal neighbor called out for a meter check. During a heat wave, we put a the AC on for a few days. It added well over $400 to the bill. The unit is new and I kept the thermostat at 78. Newsoms brags about CA but we are riding the fumes of what others built long ago. He should be called out as some type of plagiarist where he is taking credit for others work.
Excellent article, my cousins in NJ would agree.
Another amazing article by you, Adam! The people of New Jersey have once again been convinced to vote against their own best interest. Mikie Sherrill seems like a kind and sincere person to me, but she's totally misguided and focused on the wrong things. Her campaign didn't talk about the issues; it focused on Trump. New Jerseyans will continue to be crushed under the weight of over-taxation, overregulation, the high cost of living, and strict zoning laws. Adam and many other New Jerseyans have to go without air conditioning in summer. Everything in the stores is ridiculously expensive. People dread getting their W-9 form during tax season. Governor-elect Sherrill will continue the failed policies of Phil Murphy, will continue to fund costly renewable-energy projects that aren't practical and will never be completed and New Jersey will continue to be a sanctuary state and harbor illegal immigrants. I think you should at least consider relocating. Here is what I would recommend the state of New Jersey do to make life better for its people. Cut taxes, do deregulation, reform zoning laws, cancel all costly renewable-energy projects, create your own version of the DOGE and audit the New Jersey state government and get rid of all wasteful spending, New Jersey will revoke its status as a sanctuary state and fully cooperate with ICE, all welfare benefits for illegal immigrants will be abolished, companies in the state who hire illegal immigrants will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, ban DEI, gender-affirming care for minors and Transgender people competing in women's sports, and reform the New Jersey public school system.
The New Jersey Democratic Party needs to completely revamp their policy platform. They should reform their platform to stand for the following:
* Supporting a woman's right to choose, abortion should be safe, legal and rare.
* Pro-LGBT rights however, it will be balanced with common sense, science and women's rights.
* Pro-Gun Control
* Pro-Universal Healthcare
* Pro-Tax Reform
* Cut taxes for the lower and middle classes.
* Roll back unnecessary and burdensome regulations.
* Support an efficiently managed social safety net.
* End all wasteful spending on costly public works projects.
* Protect the environment while not breaking the bank.
* Support colorblindness, universalism and reasonable policies to assist minorities & women.
* Welcome legal immigrants to our state and amnesty and a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants who meet certain, specific criteria.
* Close all sanctuary cities and full cooperation with ICE.
Thank you and thank you for your commentary.
Human history rolls on and we're at another inflection point. As the cost of living continues its growing inverse relationship with the standard of living, there will come a tipping point one way or the other. The last 10 years of hysteria are a symptom that the choice ahead is getting closer. One way I see to prevent a descent into communism is trim the federal budget back to the barebones, funding only the military, the DOJ and the highway system, and taxing by number of persons in each state. Get rid of the income tax and let the states do all the taxing of their residents however they decide, but each provides the same funds per citizen to pay for the above federal responsibilities. A simplistic start of an idea, but at least a start.
That's going to be a massive hurdle but I don't disagree. I think tariffs are a great idea to generate revenue and move us away from income taxes.
Yes, agree about the tariffs!
Given the circumstances of the electorate in the state of New Jersey, it might be time for you to consider relocation. Especially if you are unable to afford the cost of living.
An exit strategy is in order.
We all have our breaking point. I'm not sure where mine is just yet.
I understand. I was in a similar position when I lived in California. It was only after the deaths of my older sister and brother that I had to return to the East Coast (I am a NJ native who left in 1982 to serve in the Navy) to live with my elderly father in Delaware. I also enjoyed living in San Diego for nearly three decades (13 years as a resident), with a great job, friends and family. Whelp, the job went away in 2015 (I was one of the 30,000 laid off from a major tech company), and as they say, the rest is history.