Great read and thank you. Incredible how Bullshit Barbie (on the Kelly issue) decides to leave out the important "un" and just goes with lawful orders.
This constant bombardment of horrific acts upon decent people (facepalm). I rooted for Mark Kelly when he was running for senator, donated to his campaign, and was so glad when he won that seat. I remember when his wife Gabby Giffords was shot and how he was by her side as she appeared while recovering. James Comey and Leticia James - also top-notch people we need to revere! Can’t help but feel like we’re living the boiling frogs analogy. I hope something happens that will stop the heat at its source. For me, this is a safe place to stay informed in a community with (mostly!) like-minded people. Olivia - thank you for all you do.
I spent 23 years in the Army. What Kelly and the rest did was provocative but yet simply reiterated what all service members should understand. Challenging orders is a thorny issue and not for the meek or weak. I did it twice over my stay and survived to SGM. My hope is that those soldiers actually start thinking about this. What is or would be an illegal order? Once determined, illegal orders are NOT to be obeyed. This is rare (my 2x in 23 years), but our oath is to the Constitution not any person. Operate accordingly.
Thank you Olivia : Yes doing what you are doing is patriotic . You Olivia are one shining light in this darkness The leaders of the G20 in Africa are just roasting the USA The credibility of the USA is no longer respected with the world leaders. Sad. China is walking all over Trump. Trump has been told by China to just shut up about Tiawan. Ukraine and the EU have sacked the Russian peace plan. The ceasefire in the middle east is a washout. Investigating a war hero , Mark Kelly for truth telling is an order coming from a three year old Trumpy Tantrum .. Pete Hegseth should just round up his staff and head for the nearest pub and stay there.
Olivia, I'm so glad you're talking about all of this. Yours is a voice I trust. I count on you to tell it like it is, and then I will know what to do. Please keep doing what you do. I know it's not easy.
To add to your concerns, Olivia, what does this do for the future of our military? Would someone's military service hang like like a millstone around their necks for the rest of their lives to infringe on their first amendment rights to speak out in opposition to a government action lest they be hauled back into service to face a court-martial for doing so? Who will ever sign up for our now all volunteer military should this farce be upheld? How can an Article I office holder, whose job it is to engage in political speech in support of their constituents views, be prosecuted by an Article II officeholder for doing their constitutionally mandated job? NOTHING any of those congresspeople said was illegal or unconstitutional. They merely reminded everyone of the current law in the face of the current situation.
DUI-hire hegseth is a moronic meat puppet. Go back to day-drinkin' pete! You were quite accomplished at it.
Thank you, Olivia for this outstanding analysis. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I feel as if the tide has turned and the evil regime is in free fall. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. My best to you. 💙
Hearing you describe what makes a military operation great made me think of what I heard on another podcast yesterday, that we need to get going to actively removed DJT from office, this time with a successful vote to impeach again and remove him and his corrupt government from office.
Great read and thank you. Incredible how Bullshit Barbie (on the Kelly issue) decides to leave out the important "un" and just goes with lawful orders.
This constant bombardment of horrific acts upon decent people (facepalm). I rooted for Mark Kelly when he was running for senator, donated to his campaign, and was so glad when he won that seat. I remember when his wife Gabby Giffords was shot and how he was by her side as she appeared while recovering. James Comey and Leticia James - also top-notch people we need to revere! Can’t help but feel like we’re living the boiling frogs analogy. I hope something happens that will stop the heat at its source. For me, this is a safe place to stay informed in a community with (mostly!) like-minded people. Olivia - thank you for all you do.
So helpful, Olivia. Thank you!
I spent 23 years in the Army. What Kelly and the rest did was provocative but yet simply reiterated what all service members should understand. Challenging orders is a thorny issue and not for the meek or weak. I did it twice over my stay and survived to SGM. My hope is that those soldiers actually start thinking about this. What is or would be an illegal order? Once determined, illegal orders are NOT to be obeyed. This is rare (my 2x in 23 years), but our oath is to the Constitution not any person. Operate accordingly.
This was an extremely well written, well presented article on the very serious issues which this country now faces. Thanks for your clarifications.
We love you and your willingness to share your thoughts. A true insiders perspective. Happy Thanksgiving. And thank you!
Great stuff Olivia. Justice has spoken.
I am so thankful for your keen insights and your excellent writing – thank you, thank you, thank you.
Thank you Olivia : Yes doing what you are doing is patriotic . You Olivia are one shining light in this darkness The leaders of the G20 in Africa are just roasting the USA The credibility of the USA is no longer respected with the world leaders. Sad. China is walking all over Trump. Trump has been told by China to just shut up about Tiawan. Ukraine and the EU have sacked the Russian peace plan. The ceasefire in the middle east is a washout. Investigating a war hero , Mark Kelly for truth telling is an order coming from a three year old Trumpy Tantrum .. Pete Hegseth should just round up his staff and head for the nearest pub and stay there.
Olivia, I'm so glad you're talking about all of this. Yours is a voice I trust. I count on you to tell it like it is, and then I will know what to do. Please keep doing what you do. I know it's not easy.
To add to your concerns, Olivia, what does this do for the future of our military? Would someone's military service hang like like a millstone around their necks for the rest of their lives to infringe on their first amendment rights to speak out in opposition to a government action lest they be hauled back into service to face a court-martial for doing so? Who will ever sign up for our now all volunteer military should this farce be upheld? How can an Article I office holder, whose job it is to engage in political speech in support of their constituents views, be prosecuted by an Article II officeholder for doing their constitutionally mandated job? NOTHING any of those congresspeople said was illegal or unconstitutional. They merely reminded everyone of the current law in the face of the current situation.
DUI-hire hegseth is a moronic meat puppet. Go back to day-drinkin' pete! You were quite accomplished at it.
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. You are one strong, intelligent and patriotic woman who I am so happy I subscribe!
Thank you so much for supporting my work. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!🦃 I appreciate you being a part of this community.🫶
Thank you, Olivia for this outstanding analysis. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I feel as if the tide has turned and the evil regime is in free fall. There is a light at the end of the tunnel. My best to you. 💙
I appreciate you reading my work. Happy Thanksgiving!🫶
justice! something we’re looking for a long time
Hearing you describe what makes a military operation great made me think of what I heard on another podcast yesterday, that we need to get going to actively removed DJT from office, this time with a successful vote to impeach again and remove him and his corrupt government from office.
That would be good! First, let's get control of that "zombie" congress. Win in '26 and then get to work fixing this-- including impeachment.
Whiskey Pete isn't worthy to shine Mark Kelly's boots.