Another Example Of How Civilians Need To “De-escalate” When Dealing With The Police.

A cop can’t back down or go away. Don’t push it until the cop doesn’t have any options other than deadly force.

Apr 02, 2024

You just fulfilled the first rule of law enforcement: make sure when your shift is over you go home alive. Here endeth the lesson.
Chicago Police Officer James Malone (portrayed by Sean Connery) to Treasury Agent Elliot Ness (portrayed by Kevin Costner), The Untouchables, 1987

I served as a Field Training Instructor (FTO) for five years, a Field Performance Evaluator (FPE) for four, and supervised FTOs and FPEs for over four years. As I watched this video, I'm reminded of many issues for law enforcement…READ MORE.

Learning from History: Preventing Polarization and Conflict

In Bosnia, deep-seated historical grievances, nationalist rhetoric, and political maneuvering contributed to the fragmentation of society and the outbreak of violent conflict.

“When we stop talking, we begin fighting.”

Those that have seen “the elephant” share a sentiment of not wanting to experience war again. This resonates deeply, especially when looking back at the tragic example of Bosnia's civil war in the early 1990s. The conflict in Bosnia was fueled by polarizing ideologies, racial/ethnic tensions, and a breakdown of social cohesion, leading to immense suffering and devastation. Similarly, there are growing concerns about polarization and divisiveness in the United States today, highlighting the urgent need to learn from history and work towards unity and understanding to prevent the escalation of conflicts.

The Bosnian civil war serves as a cautionary tale of what happens when polarizing ideologies and ethnic tensions are left unchecked. In Bosnia, deep-seated historical grievances, nationalist rhetoric, and political maneuvering contributed to the fragmentation of society and the outbreak of violent conflict…READ MORE.

Evening Soup with Basement Joe, Vol II - Episode 64: Infrastructure, Daycare, Reality, and North Carolina Fish Stew

Joe Buckstop, an aging, corrupt old fool, somehow becomes president in his basement, and every night, an aide has to bring him his soup and discuss the events of the day as he prepares to receive his nightly meds...

Having trouble surviving these times? You're not alone. Join us in columnist John F. Di Leo's exploration of an alternate universe, where we imagine the impossible:

Note: We continue from Volume Two, as Joe Buckstop’s soup aide, young Rhett Snapper, discusses the pending Infrastructure Bill and a whole lot of unpleasant truths…

Infrastructure, Daycare, Reality, and North Carolina Fish Stew

Dateline, May 13. Begin Transcript:

"Good evening, sir! How's the day treating you?"

"Day's over. It's night now."…READ MORE.

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The Ominous Legacy of the Georgia Guidestones; Rapid Depopulation to Save the Planet

The Georgia Guidestones, although destroyed in July 2022, left behind an ominous legacy. One of its most unsettling messages was the call to keep humanity under 500 million people. This guideline, engraved on the monument, presents a chilling perspective that raises concerns and prompts critical reflections on the future of our planet and civilization.

The idea of maintaining humanity at such a drastically reduced population level is inherently alarming. With the global population currently exceeding 8 billion people, the notion of reducing it to under 500 million…READ MORE.