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At the writing of this commentary, the April 2024 solar eclipse is still nearly twenty-four hours in the future. Nevertheless it can be stated with great confidence that, regardless of other circumstances, neither the eclipse itself nor any possible action taken by the US Government or United Nations in conjunction with it will be apocalyptic in nature. The sole exception to that prediction would be if Jesus Christ returns during that time to rapture His Church. However, that seems unlikely, given that He stated that no man will know the day hour of His return. Also, the path of totality crosses the Northeastern part of the Country, including the State of New York.
Still, no historical precedent for fears specifically linked to past eclipses, exists. But this fact has hardly dissuaded the enormous clamor of catastrophic conspiracies being attributed to the event. Prognostications abound of possible opportunism by those in power to exploit the unusual circumstances for their final assault on our Constitutional Republic. Rather than appreciate this stunning spectacle of God’s creation, too many are instead consumed by foreboding and dread.
Sadly, that pattern is all too familiar. Two decades and a few years back, when the calendars rolled around to fall of 1999, Americans were dealt a similar Chicken-Little Tsunami of Y2K fear mongering and cries of impending doom. And as the clocks went past 12:01 am January 1, 2000, all those shrill voices of inescapable calamity faded into oblivion, though many enjoyed significantly fatter bank accounts from their duplicity and manipulations.
The last total solar eclipse across America occurred less than a decade ago in August of 2017. It had a much longer path of totality stretching across the entire continent. So if the sun being blocked in shadow was itself a trigger for disaster, it stands to reason that we should have suffered far more devastation than the doomsters predict for this one.
That begs the question of just what has changed so drastically in the intervening seven years? The realities of astrophysics are still what they have been since the Creation. The actual mechanics of an eclipse are no different than they ever were. Yet while we are rightly admonished to not stare directly at the sun without proper eye protection, and aside from a few local infrastructures and cell networks being a bit overloaded by the enormous influx of visitors, something is very different in 2024. The apprehension is widespread and palpable.
While real science hasn’t changed, America itself has, and certainly not for the better. Back in 2017, Donald Trump was President and we were on course to recovery from the malignancy of the Obama years. The border was being closed down (despite every effort at stalling by leftist Democrats and RINOs), the American economy was being dragged up from the abyss that Obama had told us was our inevitable fate. ISIS had been eliminated from the world stage. And the Nation was optimistic about its future.
So of course the leftists/Globalists and their Deep State minions were in a panic. A foundational premise of Marxism is that a flourishing Nation is impossible to take down with socialist lunacy. Something had to change quickly! First on the list was the “Russia Russia” hoax, by which President Trump was maligned to the point of a baseless impeachment, with the only “evidence” being a single, totally innocuous phone call to Ukraine. But from that treasonous ruse came a litany of accusations and slander, ultimately proving to be totally without merit. No problem for leftists though. Just move on to a new narrative of lies and attacks. And it hasn’t stopped to this day.
When 2020 arrived, it was obvious that the Country was still feeling energized and optimistic, likely spelling doom for Democrat prospects. So the fear mongering went into high gear with the onset of the Wu-Flu. Yet the real pandemic of that episode was not a virus with obviously enhanced symptoms. Instead, the deadlier disease unleashed on America, and across much of the world was the vast power grab by every despot wannabe holding any public office. Consequently, actual lives were lost in great numbers, not merely from the virus, but from deliberate efforts by leftists to give it every “gain of function” through deliberate infection of the elderly, along with the rise in suicides among those rendered despondent over deliberately excessive and onerous “health measures.”
Still, when November of 2020 rolled around, it was glaringly obvious to any honest and reasonably sensible person that Trump would walk away with the Election. So of course leftists/Globalists had to cheat in order to steal it. And that is just what they did.
However, the actual vote manipulations, vast though they were, only represented one part of a double strategy. Another major component of the theft was the massive, coordinated propaganda blitz to mock and castigate anyone who dared question the “legitimacy” of the election. This Alinsky onslaught against the truth was premeditated and fully orchestrated, and clearly intended to suppress any opposition to what we all saw. Even before all the phony votes were tabulated, every Fake News outlet from coast to coast was declaring in unison that the 2020 election was “the most secure in history.” Nothing to see here!
Since then, the damage on America has been as relentless as it has been deliberate. The Biden Cabal not only dropped the ball in Afghanistan, but did so in the specific manner that would wreak the most harm to American prestige and credibility on the world stage. No less intentional is the disaster on America’s Southern border, which is hemorrhaging in broad daylight. Illegal invaders don’t even have to wait for the brief extra darkness of an eclipse to flood across in ever greater numbers. Our Government welcomes them in, providing them every avenue to infiltrate the Nation.
Top Government “law” enforcement agencies such as the FBI and DOJ, once hallowed bastions of justice and decency, are now widely regarded with suspicion and cynicism by Americans who are appalled and disgusted at how they’ve been weaponized. Things are just as abominable within the energy and economic sectors. Here again, the disaster was premeditated and purposeful. A dangerous anti-America element has wormed its way throughout the halls of power, and it has no intention of stopping its eradication of the Nation we once knew and loved.
So if Americans want to do what’s best to fight the real dangers facing us, we need to be discerning. The more “Chicken Little/Boy Who Cried Wolf” scenarios the propagandists can concoct, with no real “calamities” to follow, the more apathetic and indifferent Real America will become, even in the face of an actual onslaught. Yet the enemy is now in our midst. And it will inflict far more devastation and tragedy on us than any passing shadow. Don’t get distracted America. Stay on target!
Bio
Christopher G. Adamo is a lifelong conservative from the American Heartland. He has been involved in grassroots and state-level politics for many years, seeking to restore and uphold the Judeo-Christian principles on which our Nation was founded. He is author of the book, “Rules for Defeating Radicals,” which is the “Go To” guide for effectively confronting and overcoming the dirty tricks of the political left. It is available at Amazon.
Five Things New “Preppers” Forget When Getting Ready for Bad Times Ahead
The preparedness community is growing faster than it has in decades. Even during peak times such as Y2K, the economic downturn of 2008, and Covid, the vast majority of Americans made sure they had plenty of toilet paper but didn’t really stockpile anything else.
Things have changed. There’s a growing anxiety in this presidential election year that has prompted more Americans to get prepared for crazy events in the future. Some of it is being driven by fearmongers, but there are valid concerns with the economy, food supply, pharmaceuticals, the energy grid, and mass rioting that have pushed average Americans into “prepper” mode.
There are degrees of preparedness. One does not have to be a full-blown “doomsday prepper” living off-grid in a secure Montana bunker in order to be ahead of the curve. In many ways, preparedness isn’t about being able to perfectly handle every conceivable situation. It’s about being less dependent on government for as long as possible. Those who have proper “preps” will not be waiting for FEMA to distribute emergency supplies to the desperate masses.
Below are five things people new to preparedness (and sometimes even those with experience) often forget as they get ready. All five are common sense notions that do not rely on doomsday in order to be useful. It may be nice to own a tank during the apocalypse but there’s not much you can do with it until things get really crazy. The recommendations below can have places in the lives of average Americans whether doomsday comes or not.
Note: The information provided by this publication or any related communications is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. We do not provide personalized investment, financial, or legal advice.
Secured Wealth
Whether in the bank or held in a retirement account, most Americans feel that their life’s savings is relatively secure. At least they did until the last couple of years when de-banking, geopolitical turmoil, and the threat of Central Bank Digital Currencies reared their ugly heads.
It behooves Americans to diversify their holdings. If there’s a triggering event or series of events that cripple the financial systems or devalue the U.S. Dollar, wealth can evaporate quickly. To hedge against potential turmoil, many Americans are looking in two directions: Crypto and physical precious metals.
There are huge advantages to cryptocurrencies, but there are also inherent risks because “virtual” money can become challenging to spend. Add in the push by central banks and governments to regulate or even replace cryptocurrencies with their own versions they control and the risks amplify. There’s nothing wrong with cryptocurrencies today but things can change rapidly.
As for physical precious metals, many Americans pay cash to keep plenty on hand in their safe. Rolling over or transferring retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs is also a popular option, but there are caveats. It can often take weeks or even months to get the gold and silver shipped if the owner chooses to close their account. This is why Genesis Gold Group stands out. Their relationship with the depositories allows for rapid closure and shipping, often in less than 10 days from the time the account holder makes their move. This can come in handy if things appear to be heading south.
Lots of Potable Water
One of the biggest shocks that hit new preppers is understanding how much potable water they need in order to survive. Experts claim one gallon of water per person per day is necessary. Even the most conservative estimates put it at over half-a-gallon. That means that for a family of four, they’ll need around 120 gallons of water to survive for a month if the taps turn off and the stores empty out.
Being near a fresh water source, whether it’s a river, lake, or well, is a best practice among experienced preppers. It’s necessary to have a water filter as well, even if the taps are still working. Many refuse to drink tap water even when there is no emergency. Berkey was our previous favorite but they’re under attack from regulators so the Alexapure systems are solid replacements.
For those in the city or away from fresh water sources, storage is the best option. This can be challenging because proper water storage containers take up a lot of room and are difficult to move if the need arises. For “bug in” situations, having a larger container that stores hundreds or even thousands of gallons is better than stacking 1-5 gallon containers. Unfortunately, they won’t be easily transportable and they can cost a lot to install.
Water is critical. If chaos erupts and water infrastructure is compromised, having a large backup supply can be lifesaving.
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
There are multiple threats specific to the medical supply chain. With Chinese and Indian imports accounting for over 90% of pharmaceutical ingredients in the United States, deteriorating relations could make it impossible to get the medicines and antibiotics many of us need.
Stocking up many prescription medications can be hard. Doctors generally do not like to prescribe large batches of drugs even if they are shelf-stable for extended periods of time. It is a best practice to ask your doctor if they can prescribe a larger amount. Today, some are sympathetic to concerns about pharmacies running out or becoming inaccessible. Tell them your concerns. It’s worth a shot. The worst they can do is say no.
If your doctor is unwilling to help you stock up on medicines, then Jase Medical is a good alternative. Through telehealth, they can prescribe daily meds or antibiotics that are shipped to your door. As proponents of medical freedom, they empathize with those who want to have enough medical supplies on hand in case things go wrong.
Energy Sources
The vast majority of Americans are locked into the grid. This has proven to be a massive liability when the grid goes down. Unfortunately, there are no inexpensive remedies.
Those living off-grid had to either spend a lot of money or effort (or both) to get their alternative energy sources like solar set up. For those who do not want to go so far, it’s still a best practice to have backup power sources. Diesel generators and portable solar panels are the two most popular, and while they’re not inexpensive they are not out of reach of most Americans who are concerned about being without power for extended periods of time.
Natural gas is another necessity for many, but that’s far more challenging to replace. Having alternatives for heating and cooking that can be powered if gas and electric grids go down is important. Have a backup for items that require power such as manual can openers. If you’re stuck eating canned foods for a while and all you have is an electric opener, you’ll have problems.
Don’t Forget the Protein
When most think about “prepping,” they think about their food supply. More Americans are turning to gardening and homesteading as ways to produce their own food. Others are working with local farmers and ranchers to purchase directly from the sources. This is a good idea whether doomsday comes or not, but it’s particularly important if the food supply chain is broken.
Most grocery stores have about one to two weeks worth of food, as do most American households. Grocers rely heavily on truckers to receive their ongoing shipments. In a crisis, the current process can fail. It behooves Americans for multiple reasons to localize their food purchases as much as possible.
Long-term storage is another popular option. Canned foods, MREs, and freeze dried meals are selling out quickly even as prices rise. But one component that is conspicuously absent in shelf-stable food is high-quality protein. Most survival food companies offer low quality “protein buckets” or cans of meat, but they are often barely edible.
Prepper All-Naturals offers premium cuts of steak that have been cooked sous vide and freeze dried to give them a 25-year shelf life. They offer Ribeye, NY Strip, and Tenderloin among others.
Having buckets of beans and rice is a good start, but keeping a solid supply of high-quality protein isn’t just healthier. It can help a family maintain normalcy through crises.
Prepare Without Fear
With all the challenges we face as Americans today, it can be emotionally draining. Citizens are scared and there’s nothing irrational about their concerns. Being prepared and making lifestyle changes to secure necessities can go a long way toward overcoming the fears that plague us. We should hope and pray for the best but prepare for the worst. And if the worst does come, then knowing we did what we could to be ready for it will help us face those challenges with confidence.
