Banker. Lawyer. Former Arkansas Speaker of the House. Arkansas delta. Personal account. Personal views. Proud Independent. Go Red Wolves! Charge forward 👉
One year sober. I spent years chasing the "rockstar lifestyle" I saw my heroes live—until that identity became a cycle I couldn't escape.
Today, the fog has lifted. And, I’m finally fully present.
A better life is waiting on the other side.
My story is on today’s podcast.
🚨 HORMUZ ON EDGE
Status of the Strait of Hormuz remains unclear, with no official statement from Iran.
Ships report radio messages—purportedly from the Iranian navy—claiming the route is closed, but this is unconfirmed.
Some vessels are already avoiding or exiting the area out of caution.
A real closure would be unprecedented and could severely disrupt global oil and gas markets.
Waking up to the news of the war involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran is sobering. The Bible speaks of future conflicts involving Israel and Persia (modern day Iran). I don’t claim to be an expert, but it’s hard not to immediately reflect on those passages. Praying for wisdom for the world’s leaders.
CARTEL KILLING TRIGGERS US ALERT IN MEXICO
The US Department of State urged Americans to shelter in place in parts of Mexico after cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes was killed.
Violence and roadblocks spread across Jalisco and nearby states following the operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
Officials advise avoiding crowds, staying updated, and limiting movement.
Reading more about this new “Board of Peace” and the $10 billion that’s apparently funding it with our tax dollars. It’s an international entity outside the nexus of the U.S. government. In Arkansas and rural America, our farming community could desperately use these resources. Cc @JohnBoozman
Mike Lindell is asked to explain why he has spent over half of the $350,000 in campaign contributions he’s taken in buying copies of his own book. He says he hands them out instead of fliers and “we got them for a good price.”