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Ivo Daalder‏-Former Nato Ambassador EDUCATES TRUMP. @IvoHDaalder Tweets fro Daalder... 1/ Sorry, Mr. President, that’s not how NATO works. The US decides for itself how much it contributes to defending NATO. 2/ This is not a financial transaction, where NATO countries pay the US to defend them. It is part of our treaty commitment. 3/ All NATO countries, including Germany, have committed to spend 2% of GDP on defense by 2024. So far 5 of 28 NATO countries do. 4/ Those who currently don’t spend 2% of their GDP on defense are now increasing their defense budgets. That’s a good thing. 5/ But no funds will be paid to the US. They are meant to increase NATO’s overall defense capabilities, given the growing Russian threat. 6/ Europe must spend more on defense, but not as favor (or payment) to the US. But because their security requires it. 7/ US does provide large military commitment to NATO. But this is not a favor to Europe. It is vital for ou...

The proposed insurance TAX CREDITS will hurt most states. Let me explain. I’ll try to make it simple. About 29.8 are currently enrolled. If the ACA is repealed, they will lose health care. Simple deduction. In my State, Arizona, 709,000 people are enrolled. The Feds give Arizona $3.4 billion in matching Federal Funds. If the new Trumpcare passes, Arizona will lose that “subsidy” of $3.4 billion. Other states will lose more or less, but, will lose. States that did not accept the subsidy, will lose, as well. Pay attention. Those who lose coverage will be forced to go to the Medicaid EXPANSION that will occur, taking MORE money from the State in lost insurance premium tax credits. People paying now, will cause job loss, personal income will be lowered by billions, health care industry jobs will decrease, 47% job loss in the industry in two years. Republicans offer “vouchers” and tax credits. The voucher will initially shift approximately 11 percent of costs ($750...

Why do we not receive the facts? Because Trump has a rule posted in the West Wing: “The TRUTH has NO PLACE in this REIGN!” The Border Patrol eliminates the lie detector in the hiring of BP Agents. This is an example of leading from the top. If no one on the administration tells the truth, why should BP Agents? Many of these people are going to earn a living. They tried everything their military experience has taught them. Many tried police work, but may have been unacceptable because of past records. BPO doesn’t check records, just lie detectors. Not any more. When I was inducted, during my interview, I was asked why I wanted to join the Army. Easy answer for me, “I was drafted and if I simply get inducted, I go infantry. If I volunteer for the draft, I can get a choice of school and qualify for OCS. TRUTH. Some got OUT of the DRAFT by answering, “I want to kill people.” This, during a war. Thanks to William Lindberg, Tucson, AZ, I got well-research...

Many years ago, during the early years of the Obama administration, I saw a “debate” on abortion. This debate, allowed non-approved open questions from the audience. They were so wrapped up in this argument, even the Republicans were snickering. The Republican candidate was, of course, Pro-Birth. R: “I am all for women’s rights. Completely support equal rights for women.” The Democrat, had to ask,” Does that include her right to choose to terminate her pregnancy within the law?” R: “I believe abortion is a form of terrorism. It’s against babies, families and the growth of this country. If every woman aborted their child, where would our future generations come from?” After trying to hold back a laugh, the D: “ Are you saying that we need to stop abortion or the population will disappear? “ R: “I believe that, yes.” D: And do you believe Government should tell women what they can and cannot do with their own bodies.” R: “You ...

TO RELIGIOUS CHRISTIANS!!!!!!! Are you a believer or a hypocrite... Read this and determine for yourself. "'Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. 'Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. 'Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh" "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favour." "Come, you that are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world; for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me." "You lack one thing; go, ...