DISCUSSING PUBLIC POLICY, POLITICS, CREATIVE WRITING AND LITERATURE
I was right when I wrote a blog post titled, “Here is the role that the United States has to play in international relations.” I wrote: “Long-term ties in international relations are developed by extending a helpful hand to a country or population in need. A helpful hand that pulls people out of crisis. A…
In the battle between the tangible and the intangible, rational individuals still prefer the tangible. That is why gold is strongly rooted in people’s financial portfolio and mind, while the foundation of cryptocurrencies is shaky at best. Gold is a noble metal. It is inert in nature. Gold can be touched, felt, shaped, divided, preserved,…
A new year is about new hopes and new dreams. Sometimes, it is about the continuation of the same hopes and dreams from the previous year. Whatever the case may be, a new year is certainly about renewed energy to achieve that which one hopes for and to fulfill the dreams that one has. As…
In the new year, we must make a commitment to end homelessness. It is heartbreaking to see many individuals and families without homes in America. Many children do not have roofs over their heads. Many adults suffer without proper shelter. And many seniors feel hopeless because of homelessness. There are also many military veterans, who…
The United States of America has a key role to play on the global stage. Our country must actively stay involved in international affairs and focus on building economic bridges and defense partnerships. We have always known that. But this message needs to be stated again, with full clarity. This statement must be emphasized for…
Some say that a massive war may break out soon. That war, some believe, might be big enough to be called World War III. How likely is it that we might see the start of World War III, involving multiple countries across continents? We like to hope that there will not be a World War…
When studying and analyzing geopolitical issues, it is hard to make predictions, especially when the matter involves a brutal dictator who is using force to hold on to power. So, I cannot conclusively say whether Nicolas Maduro will step down from power. But I believe that Maduro does not have a lot of options, and…
President Trump has launched a brilliant new program—the Trump Gold Card. It is a visa. I fully support the president’s decision to create an excellent pathway for law-abiding foreign nationals to get legal status and U.S. residency. I have always been, and I continue to be a strong supporter of border security. The enforcement of…
The United States should not forget about Greenland. The Trump administration should keep an eye on Greenland for the possibility of purchasing the land through proper international negotiation and dealmaking. Greenland is a gem. There are probably more natural resources in Greenland than the average person can imagine. These are resources that can be extracted…
I believe that the world needs more kindness. And I believe that nature is trying to send us a message that the need for kindness is quite urgent. Spreading kindness does not need a top-down approach. It is something that starts with us, the general population of this world. Spreading kindness does not require any…
The future of the country depends on the younger generations. When children learn to read, write, and do mathematics, we can hope for a better future. But if children fall behind in academic education, it is alarming for our country. I am shocked to learn that more than one-third of Wisconsin students in 4K through…
The new Trump Accounts for children are a creative way to ensure that the children of today will have basic financial protection when they become adults. Many children, in the United States, are living in poverty. They grow up witnessing homelessness, food insecurity, and lack of access to health care services. When these children become…
I am not exactly sure what to feel regarding the Ukraine-Russia War right now. We obviously continue to ask the question: Will peace be achieved? Unfortunately, it seems that the war will go on for much longer. Up until now, I felt very hopeful that the war between Ukraine and Russia will end sometime soon….
The city in which I was born and raised is now the world’s second largest city. I am referring to the city of Dhaka, in Bangladesh. I recently found that the United Nations published a new report and ranked Dhaka as the second most populous city in the world. The city has 36 million people….
Sheikh Hasina may finally face justice for all the crimes that she committed. With the court verdict expected to come soon, people are hoping to see this violent dictator sentenced to the highest possible punishment allowed by the court of law in Bangladesh. Sheikh Hasina, for over a decade and a half, had held on…
As Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) cracks down on illegal immigration and arrests criminal illegal aliens in Illinois, I am grateful to the ICE agents for coming to my home state of Wisconsin to make arrests in the capital city of Madison. Chicago has drawn illegal aliens because of its sanctuary city status. The Windy…
President Donald Trump just announced on Truth Social that there is going to be a “Midterm Convention” and he asked everyone to stay tuned. I think that is a great idea! The Republican Party has the national convention every four years. The national convention is held in the presidential year to nominate a candidate, unify…
Can Donald J. Trump make Memphis great again? I believe so. I think it is very much possible. Memphis is a major city in Tennessee. It is the second-largest city in The Volunteer State. As a major American city, one would expect Memphis to be a great place to visit–for business and pleasure. Unfortunately, many…
This week, Russian drones were detected in Poland’s airspace. This does not seem to be an accident or a mistake. Quite likely, it was a calculated move by Russia to provoke a North American Treaty Organization (NATO) country. Such an act by Russia is unacceptable, and I believe that NATO must respond with strength. Sending…
I applaud the Trump administration’s decision to launch Operation Midway Blitz in Illinois to arrest and remove criminal illegal aliens. This Homeland Security operation will send a strong message to illegal aliens that no “sanctuary jurisdiction” can protect them from arrest and deportation. After weeks of anticipation about immigration enforcement action, Operation Midway Blitz was…
Should illegal immigrants get access to in-state tuition? The answer is “NO.” American states must stop incentivizing illegal immigration. When in-state tuition benefits, as well as a range of taxpayer funded aid, are provided to individuals without legal status in the United States, that leads to more illegal immigration. The four years of the Biden-Harris…
Chicago politicians, including Mayor Brandon Johnson, are taking a stance against the Trump administration’s proposal to send the National Guard to the city. For the best interest of the people, I believe that the Chicago leaders must accept President Donald Trump’s help. Shootings, robberies, carjackings, and thefts continue in Chicago. A total of 54 people…
The transition from the end of summer to the beginning of fall is a special time, as thousands of students move into the dorms to start the new semester at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. I wish all these students the very best in their academic journey. Many of the students are freshmen. And…
If you have not been paying attention, please do so now. In the state of Illinois, Democrat Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new law that would allow illegal immigrants to receive taxpayer-funded student financial aid. This is unacceptable.The American people voted for sanity and common sense, in November 2024. Yet, the Democrats do not…
There is a major event that is coming up soon. It is actually a series of events that the entire world is going to enjoy. It is a sporting tournament that will take place over a period of multiple weeks. And this would be the greatest series of sporting events in the world, because of…
Reportedly, the Trump administration will mobilize the National Guard in 19 states across the country. The National Guard troops will assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). I believe that this is an excellent decision by President Donald Trump to speed up immigration enforcement.Conducting mass deportation requires ICE agents to go out and arrest criminal aliens….
Governor Gavin Newsom has launched an effort to try to gerrymander. He wants to redraw the congressional map of California. I believe that the left-wing governor of California must immediately stop trying to do so.Governor Newsom is committed to left-wing activism. Rather than focusing on governing, he is busy with advancing the left-wing agenda of…
As a Wisconsinite who frequently visits Chicago, I am concerned about widespread crimes in the Windy City. I believe that President Donald Trump should deploy the National Guard in Chicago, and also mobilize other federal agents, to combat crime.Governor JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson have completely failed to restore law and order in Chicago….
The American people must say a big “THANK YOU” to Texas. The Texas State House passed a new congressional map, one that more accurately represents the will of the people of the Lone Star State. This is a major victory for President Donald J. Trump, and also a massive win for the American people.Congressional maps…
The Federal Reserve must not disappoint the American people any further. The right thing to do would be to lower the interest rates.The Trump economy is doing great! It is not an easy job to take an economy (the Biden-Harris economy) plagued by crises and to turn it around. But President Donald Trump has managed…
The process of voting by mail must end. Many Americans have lost their confidence in the electoral system because of the questions and confusion surrounding mail-in voting. I support President Trump’s decision to speak out against mail-in voting.Free and fair elections are the foundation of our country. To ensure free and fair elections, the process…
What a remarkable sight it was–a gathering of some of the most powerful leaders in global politics, in the White House! As President Donald J. Trump gave a warm welcome to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as well as the leaders from Europe, people around the world watched while hoping for peace. Will the Ukraine-Russia war come…
Freedom-loving Americans want the war between Ukraine and Russia to end because we cannot afford to continue to send money to Ukraine for an endless conflict. President Trump understands that priority and he acted as a real peacemaker during the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska.To negotiate successfully, one has to be kind, patient, and firm at…
The Ukraine-Russia war would never have started, if we had bold leadership in the White House in 2022. But now that Donald J. Trump is back in office as the 47th president of the United States, I believe that he is the most capable leader to bring the Ukraine-Russian war to an end.In a recent…
The Texas Democrats, by fleeing from their home state, have refused to fulfill their responsibilities as public officials. Many of them are hiding in Illinois to prevent a quorum and to avoid voting on important legislation in Texas. The political establishment in Illinois must not provide any support or assistance to these Texas Democrats.Elected officials…
I am not the only one saying it. There are many Americans, and others around the world, who believe that President Donald J. Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize.Peace is hard to achieve. And once achieved, it’s hard to hold on to. Just as freedom must be protected every day, peace must also be guarded…
One of the biggest events of the year so far is the parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Army. The parade, held in Washington DC, showed America’s strength.It was the perfect day for the parade, that is, Flag Day. It was a day for patriotic Americans to celebrate our nation’s flag,…
President Donald J. Trump is determined to win. The latest minerals deal with Ukraine is an example of a major victory.Americans have diverse viewpoints regarding America’s relation with Ukraine. Some believe that the United States should keep providing aid to Ukraine, while others believe that American taxpayer dollars should be spent to improve the lives…
The renewal of the public health emergency declaration to address America’s opioid crisis is the right step. I thank Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services, for this decision.In 2017, President Donald Trump declared the public health emergency. The declaration was set to expire on March 21,…
The house of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (the former leader of the political party known as the Awami League), located at Dhanmondi Road Number 32 in Dhaka, has been demolished. It has been set on fire, and it has been destroyed by freedom-loving Bangladeshis. As I watch the videos and images of people destroying the property—the…