Tadhg (Maximinus Thrax)

I hope this clears some things up on both sides.

From Martin Iles, reposted: Having lived in the USA for nearly two years, I've realised something. The USA and the remainder of the Western world are no longer aligned. We all laugh and mock when the Americans say, "Freedom!" because we truly think we're as free as they are. Wrong. We're not. Not even close. The laws, the mindset, and the behaviour, is totally different in this regard. Most of all, the governments are totally different. The USA's convictions around core freedoms are on a scale we do not share. Meanwhile, Donald Trump wins the popular vote, the electoral college, the House, and the Senate... a man who, in every other Western country, is held in open derision, if not contempt. For these and other reasons, we are not the same. Yet the West, including Australia, fully expect to rely on the USA for our very survival. If the world turns bad (which will happen - only a question of time), then the whole West, without America, is toast. So, you may ask - if we're not very aligned ideologically, then it must be that we bring something to the party militarily? Well, no... actually... we don't matter that much militarily. The USA has about 470 ships in its navy, including 11 aircraft carriers, 69 submarines, 75 destroyers... plus 110 new ships in the pipeline. Australia has about 30, including 3 destroyers, 7 frigates and 7 outdated submarines. The UK does a little better, with about 60. Meanwhile, the US has over 14,000 military aircraft. A staggering number. Australia has 252 military aircraft. The UK has 556. The US army has just shy of 1,000,000 uniformed personnel in its military. Australia has about 45,000. The USA spends 3.4% ($968 billion) of its GDP on defence. Australia spends 2% ($36.4 billion). The US spends as much as the next 15 largest military-spending countries (including China) combined. The USA has a fighting culture. The men shoot things (a lot) and hunt things, the veterans get favoured in everything from parking spots to boarding planes. A uniformed young man is thanked in the street a dozen times a day. "Oh, the Americans and their guns!" we say, in our smug way. Yes, they have a warrior culture. We do not. We don't have to, because we're a leech on theirs. How many young British men are willing to fight for their country? Now ask the same regarding young American men. The difference is about as wide as it could be. Militarily, we don't offer squat. Meanwhile, look at the way Australia works against America's interests by loving on China. China made us rich and we stay close. This is a Marxist regime with expansionist aims. Again, you have to spend time in the USA to realise just how vast a gulf there is between us on China. Europe, too. They let China have their way everywhere from Germany to Greenland, all the while importing Islam and sending their own people to court for saying hurty words. Somehow, we have landed the deal of a lifetime with the USA that says, "when the baddies come, you'll save us ok?" Because we can't save ourselves. And we live in peace. But we keep gnawing away at freedoms, keep enabling China, and get flabby and disinterested about our military because Uncle Sam's got it. And, let's be honest, Americans are widely looked down on. To add insult to injury, we don't think that highly of our protectors. So, the USA is finally saying "enough." I am here, I can tell you what the vibe is, and that's it. Trump is doing what people want in this regard. They're over it. And we come across all shocked and hard done by. We behave like people with no self-insight at all. Yes, the global alliance system is all over the place now. From America's perspective, it's about time. And I must say, though I be a proud Australian, I am forced to agree. Something has to change.

@RX_9999_2 Leftists are angry people at heart. If it were not for rage and anger they would be devoid of emotions.

保守寄りの白人は日本人に友好的なのに、自称差別を許せないリベラル白人様は平気で日本人バカにしてくるのなんなんだよ、逆だろ普通 やっぱあかんわ左翼は

@ibom06123621 My pic is me, but my face not showing for anonymity.

逆に質問したい。 「どうしてアメリカ人は、自分の写真をアップするんですか？」 私は、同じ服ばかりになってしまうし、恥ずかしくてできない。

@matthewdmarsden Say it… Do it… 😃

Don’t make me say it….

@JoshAnimator @ore825 Now I’m doubting your sanity. 😛 Kidding. Enjoy!

@PunditParanoia @ore825 I had haggis too. It was really good!

親愛なるアメリカの皆様 私は日本の料理YouTuberです 皆様がご家庭でどのような料理を作っているのか大変興味があり、詳しく教えていただきたいです 是非、僕のYouTubeで紹介させて下さい これはアメリカをリスペクトして作ったステーキ・アルフレッドソースパスタ、ケイジャンローストポークです

@JoshAnimator @ore825 I believe you. LOL I tried haggis once.

@PunditParanoia @ore825 I'm not joking. It's really really good.

@JeremyRyanSlate I don’t want to ask if the confirmation of the F-15 pilot being rescued is true. I just pray it is.

@PunditParanoia It’s wild

What is up with all the fake news on X today? A little out of control today.

BREAKING CONFIRMATION: Second F-15E Crewmember Rescued In Iran, Extraction Team Exfiltrated Safely After Massive Firefight cdm.press/news/middle-ea…

@yhbryankimiq He is risen! 🙏

Happy Easter ! 🕊️ Today with my son, we confessed that Jesus has given us life again.

@JoshAnimator @ore825 Me being nice trying a bite.

@ore825 I have a very simple one that I would love to see you try. Take a slice of bread. Put peanut butter on it. Put slices of cheddar cheese on top to fully cover it. Microwave it until melted. Eat and enjoy.

@pepsicococacola @ore825 This is what Americans eat. Everyone posting exotic dishes? Probably not American.

@ore825 Meatloaf mashed potatoes and peas

@ore825 All these people are posting exotic foods that Americans do not eat regularly if ever. If you can make a great steak, maybe garlic mashed potatoes and a vegetable? You’d have the average American guy’s attention. 😃

@leftymagnet @ScottPresler @Doggonitagain A ta-ra-ra-ra-goon-d-ā.

@ScottPresler @Doggonitagain Click the link, silly! What a marOOn!

That can be arranged.

@ScottPresler @marie_spra77021 This poor Bison.

@FlemingLuiz The angels in heaven are all praising!

I got baptized Today 💪✝️

@afshineemrani @DonnaStricklin5 This could have happened in 2009 green movement. The Persians were begging for some sort of help from the world. Once Obama said heck no, the rest of the world followed.

BREAKING: THE FIRST CITY HAS FALLEN. 🇮🇷🔥 ​To everyone who said regime change would never happen: LOOK AGAIN. It is happening. Right now. In the streets of Abdanan, the Iranian people have done the unthinkable. They have taken back their city. The local police didn’t just stop—they laid down their weapons and sided with the people. 🤝✊ ​Let’s be clear: This isn't the work of Trump. This isn't the work of Netanyahu. This isn't about foreign militaries. ​The regime’s Army, Navy, and Air Force have been gutted from the inside, and now the Iranian people are the ones who are armed, angry, and unstoppable. They aren't waiting for a savior—they are saving themselves. ​The streets are on fire. The old guard is crumbling. The people are rising to take back what was stolen from them decades ago. ​History is being written in blood and fire tonight. Abdanan was the first. It will not be the last. ​THE REVOLUTION IS HERE. Regime Change in progress.

@kotakot07088271 Jesus cares about you. Not your money. Be with Christ! 🙏

みなさん、全員に無料レッスンができなくてごめんなさい。 私は障害者で、65000円の年金で暮らしています。だから、たくさん献金ができません。それで、主のために私にできることがあったらと思って初めてみました。

@EvannNelson @donguriweb I remember talking to Sean Burr at our barber shop. He told me he had Federov hiding in his basement before he got the ok to play in the US. Interesting times in hockey back then. I hadn’t heard about the loophole.

@PunditParanoia @donguriweb A bit similar, but also pretty different. The Red Wings didn’t take advantage of a loophole in the payroll to sign them. Again, my frustration comes from being a Braves fan and having the Dodgers beat us. I’d still much rather those 3 be in the MLB than not. Good for the sport.

アメリカ人やカナダ人は、最近MLBで活躍する日本人選手が増えているのどう思ってる？暖かく受け入れてくれてたら嬉しいな。

@IJustDoItForThe @Faustzme Mormons are so close, yet miles away. I pray for them Daily.

@PunditParanoia @Faustzme I just went to an amazing Easter activity at the church. The Spirit was there so incredibly strong. I know He's my Savior. I don't need to prove it to you. Have a nice life.

It’s so important to understand that Mormons don’t care about false prophecies, worshipping other gods, false doctrine or crazy statements. Their only concern is if you repeat the mantra “Smith is a prophet and Mormonism is true”. They don’t care about truth only confirmation they are right. Yes, it’s weird and culty!