Category: Politics

Donald Trump’s affinity for Russia has been well-documented—because nothing says “tough on Moscow” like a president who fawns over Putin at every opportunity. But his specific geopolitical obsessions—such as his laughable interest in acquiring Greenland and his meddling in Panama—suggest something even more intriguing: a foreign policy crafted not so much for America’s benefit, but as a love letter to the Kremlin. While much of the public discourse has focused on election interference and shady business dealings, a closer look at these territories reveals a larger game at play—one where Trump’s actions just so happen to align perfectly with Russia’s grand ambitions. But hey, just another lucky coincidence, right? Oh, and let’s not forget Ukraine—because what good is a Kremlin playbook without a subplot involving a country Putin desperately wants to control?

Greenland: A Gateway to Arctic Dominance

Remember when Trump woke up one day and decided that buying Greenland was the ultimate power move? Denmark sure does. While most people dismissed it as just another episode of “The Art of the Deal: Arctic Edition,” the reality is that Russia has been eyeing the Arctic for years. With melting ice opening up new shipping lanes and access to untapped resources, Moscow has been eager to establish dominance in the region. If Greenland were to somehow fall under U.S. control—but with a leadership willing to cut deals that just so happened to benefit Russia—it could make Arctic negotiations a whole lot easier for Putin. And wouldn’t you know it, Trump just happened to be the only president in modern history obsessed with buying a massive ice-covered island that plays right into Russia’s Arctic strategy. What are the odds?

Panama: Breaking the Bottleneck for Russia

While Greenland is about Arctic access, Panama is all about controlling maritime trade. Russia has long wanted a bigger slice of the global shipping game, but Panama’s pesky restrictions on foreign investment (especially when it comes to adversarial nations) have been a real buzzkill for Moscow’s expansion plans. Enter Trump, a man with an uncanny ability to turn international diplomacy into a personal business venture.

Trump’s strong-arming of Panamanian officials, particularly in the scandal surrounding the Trump Ocean Club in Panama City, conveniently aligned with Russia’s broader goal of loosening restrictions that limit its economic influence. If Panama were to allow more Russian investments or grant greater access to Moscow-affiliated shipping firms, Russia could exert indirect control over one of the world’s most critical trade routes. And what better way to make that happen than by having a U.S. president who treats international relations like a Monopoly board?

Ukraine: The Unfinished Business

Now, speaking of Trump’s alignment with Russian interests, let’s take a moment to appreciate his near-religious devotion to doing Putin’s bidding in Ukraine. From his infamous “perfect call” with President Zelenskyy—where he tried to extort a political favor—to his repeated insistence that Crimea rightfully belongs to Russia, Trump seemed more interested in pleasing Moscow than standing up for a democratic ally. And when Russia finally invaded Ukraine in 2022, Trump’s response was, shall we say, less than Churchillian. Instead of condemning the invasion, he called it “genius” and “savvy.” Yes, because nothing says “America First” like cheering on a foreign adversary’s land grab.

And let’s not forget the cherry on top: his constant threats to pull the U.S. out of NATO, which would be the ultimate gift to Putin. After all, why bother with expensive wars when you can just convince the American president to undermine Western alliances for you?

A Pattern of Alignment

The through-line between Trump’s interests in Greenland, Panama, and Ukraine isn’t some wild conspiracy theory—it’s a pattern as obvious as a spray-tanned comb-over. Whether driven by financial entanglements, ideological sympathy, or just good old-fashioned admiration for authoritarian strongmen, Trump’s foreign policy repeatedly handed Russia strategic advantages while claiming to put “America First.” While many of his actions were framed as tough, nationalist maneuvers, their practical effects tell a different story—one where Moscow kept winning and U.S. allies kept losing.

In retrospect, Trump’s attempts to purchase Greenland, his interventions in Panama, and his unwavering commitment to undermining Ukraine all fit into a larger picture: a U.S. president whose foreign policy wasn’t just chaotic or misguided, but one that read like a checklist of Kremlin priorities. America First? More like Russia First, but with better branding.

Oh, Elon Musk—the self-styled savior of humanity, now moonlighting as the Trump administration’s “efficiency czar.” Because who better to streamline government than a billionaire with a penchant for regulatory tantrums?

Musk and the Trump Administration: A Match Made in Moscow

Musk’s relationship with the Trump administration is the stuff of corporate wet dreams. Appointed as a “special government employee,” he’s been granted the authority to hunt down inefficiencies across federal agencies. Because, naturally, a billionaire CEO has the average citizen’s best interests at heart.

This cozy arrangement raises eyebrows. Critics argue that Musk’s influence could undermine federal oversight, allowing him to operate with even less accountability. His dual roles blur the lines between public service and private gain.

The Illusion of Cost Savings – Musk’s ventures often tout miraculous cost reductions. Except – as the numbers are reviewed, they have drastically been reduced because apparently these computer geniuses can’t use a calculator.

Remember when Tesla’s Autopilot was supposed to make self-driving affordable? Yet, here we are, still waiting for our budget-friendly, autonomous chariots. Similarly, SpaceX’s promise of slashing space travel costs has faced its share of reality checks.

Enter Dog-e coin (DOG-E), Musk’s pet cryptocurrency. 

Marketed as the people’s crypto, it’s less about democratizing finance and more about sidestepping those pesky regulators. Transaction fees may be low, but the volatility and lack of oversight make it a dubious alternative to traditional systems.

The PayPal Mafia and the Cult of Disruption – Musk’s disdain for regulation isn’t new; it’s a hallmark of the so-called “PayPal Mafia.” This group of Silicon Valley elites thrives on “disruption,” often at the expense of consumer protections and ethical considerations.

Their modus operandi is clear: challenge the status quo, sidestep regulations, and prioritize profit over public interest. Musk’s ventures epitomize this approach, often clashing with regulatory bodies to push boundaries—ethical or otherwise.

Firing the Cops Before Robbing the Bank

Musk’s promotion of DOGE and his entanglement with the Trump administration aren’t about innovation or efficiency. They’re strategic moves to dismantle regulatory oversight, allowing him to operate unchecked. By “firing the cops before robbing the bank,” Musk aims to reshape industries on his terms, with little regard for the rules that protect the rest of us.

There’s this idea out there — a loud, angry idea — that progressives are trying to take something away from conservatives. That we want to ban your religion, seize your guns, force you into abortions, and open the borders so we can replace you. It’s everywhere: on cable news, in social media echo chambers, in speeches designed to scare instead of inform.

But the truth is… that’s just not what we’re about.

We don’t want anything for ourselves that we wouldn’t want for you. And we’re not trying to force anything on anyone — quite the opposite. What we want is choice, freedom, dignity, and a country where everyone, including you, gets to live a decent life, feel safe, and be treated with respect.

Progressives aren’t trying to make you have an abortion. We’re just saying don’t force us to give birth if we’re not ready, or it’s unsafe, or it’s simply not our path. That’s not an attack on your beliefs — it’s a defense of ours.

We’re not trying to take away your right to marry who you love, worship how you want, or teach your children your values. We just ask for the same freedom in return. Let us live without being told our families are illegitimate, our love is wrong, or our beliefs are a threat to the nation.

We’re not trying to abolish the Second Amendment. Many of us own guns. But we also want our kids to come home from school alive. We want to be able to go to church, the movies, or the grocery store without looking for the nearest exit in case someone with an AR-15 decides to make a statement. That’s not tyranny — that’s grief asking for mercy.

We want safe, strong public schools for all kids — not just the ones in wealthy ZIP codes. We want a fair economy, where teachers, firefighters, and nurses don’t pay a higher tax rate than billionaires. We want healthcare that doesn’t bankrupt families, and housing that doesn’t take two jobs and a miracle to afford. We want clean air, clean water, and a livable planet — for everyone’s grandchildren.

And above all, we want peace. Not the peace of silence or submission, but the peace of mutual respect — of a society that works because we see each other as fellow Americans, not enemies.

We know there are real fears out there. Cultural change is fast. The world is complicated. And for many, things have gotten harder — jobs lost, communities hollowed out, traditions shaken. It’s easy, in those moments, to look for someone to blame. To believe the voices that say someone else is taking what was yours.

But those voices are lying to you. This isn’t a zero-sum game. Your dignity and our dignity don’t cancel each other out. We all lose when we’re divided, and we all win when we invest in each other — when we build a country where everyone can thrive.

Progressives aren’t perfect. We get things wrong. But our beliefs are rooted in hope, not hatred. We want what most Americans want: safety, fairness, freedom, and opportunity.

We just want a country where no one is left behind — not rural towns, not immigrants, not teachers, not LGBTQ kids, not factory workers, not single moms, not veterans struggling to find work. Everyone.

So let’s stop letting fear and misinformation define our politics. Let’s stop shouting past each other and start listening for the humanity beneath the noise. Because at the end of the day, most of us — right, left, or somewhere in between — want the same basic things:

To raise our kids in peace.
To live with dignity.
To matter.

And none of us have to lose for all of us to win.