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Chuck Holton is an American war correspondent, published author, and motivational speaker.
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Understanding the Cloward-Piven Strategy

The Cloward-Piven strategy might sound like complex political jargon, but it's a concept that's worth understanding, especially when considering current U.S. government actions. Let’s break it down in straightforward terms.

What’s the Cloward-Piven Strategy?

Developed in the 1960s by sociologists Richard Cloward and Frances Fox Piven, this strategy is essentially about creating a crisis to force political change. Imagine a factory where workers keep demanding more and more - higher wages, better conditions, more breaks. If the demands become too much for the factory to handle, it could lead to major changes in management or operations.

Applying This to U.S. Government Actions

Some folks argue that the way the U.S. government is handling certain things mirrors this strategy. Let’s look at three key areas:

1. National Debt: Think of this like a household that keeps spending way beyond its means. Eventually, the bills pile up too high, and something’s got to give. If the government keeps racking up debt, it could lead to a big financial mess.

2. Immigration Policies: Picture a small town suddenly getting an influx of new residents but without the infrastructure to support them. If immigration isn’t managed properly, it could overwhelm the system, stretching resources thin.

3. Global Wars and Crises: This is like a contractor taking on too many jobs at once. If the U.S. is involved in too many conflicts abroad, it could drain our resources and focus.

Is the Government Really Using This Strategy?

That’s a hot topic. Some believe these actions are deliberately pushing the country towards a crisis, in line with the Cloward-Piven approach. Others think it's more about poor management or other factors, not a deliberate strategy. More incompetence than malevolence. What’s clear is that government decisions can have big impacts, intentional or not.

In plain terms, the Cloward-Piven strategy is about forcing change by overwhelming a system, whether it’s a government or something else. When we look at issues like national debt, immigration, and international conflicts, some people see a pattern that fits this strategy. Whether it's intentional or just a result of different factors is a matter of debate.

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in a rehearsal ceremony, A red heifer raised in Israel was disqualified for sacrifice after two black hairs were found on its body. It was used in a practice burning ceremony for priests.

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Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce

My erstwhile field producer and cameraman Dennis Azato has accompanied me on ten years of adventures across the globe. Today he joins me in Ukraine and we spend some time remembering our many trips together.

Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce
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Church Shooting in Kentucky

A leftist, "Free Palestine" radical threw his own life away yesterday in order to kill two unarmed women who had nothing to do with Israel or Palestinians. What was he trying to prove? That this is considered "Justice" by some on the left shows just what a mental illness Leftism truly is.

Attack Imminent?

Attack Imminent? Iran has abruptly closed its airspace, a known precursor to missile launches. At the same time, the Istanbul airport has cancelled all flights to Iran, Iraq, and Jordan - the flight path of a ballistic missile attack against Israel.

Both events come just hours after the IRGC announced that 'The Israeli attack against the Iranian President will not go unanswered.'

if an attack takes place I will go live as soon as I can

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"We Want Israel Wiped Out" –
Chilling Words in a Rare Interview

A senior Houthi official just gave a rare interview to Israeli media outlet Ynet, and the message was anything but ambiguous. In the official’s words:

“We want Israel erased and Al‑Aqsa Mosque purified… its end is a divine certainty.”

Let that sink in. While the world debates ceasefires and humanitarian corridors, the Houthis—already launching missiles toward Israel—are stating openly that the very existence of the Jewish state is unacceptable.

This isn’t just fiery rhetoric. It’s a chilling reminder that ideology—not just politics or borders—is at the heart of this conflict. The Houthis see themselves as part of the Iranian-backed "Axis of Resistance," and they are not shy about their end goal.

There’s no video or audio of the interview, and the official’s name wasn’t released—raising questions about sourcing. But the tone, language, and message are perfectly in line with the group’s stated doctrine. Their slogan literally reads:
“God is great, death to America, death to Israel, curse on the Jews, victory to Islam.”

This is what Israel is up against—not just in Gaza, but from Yemen, Lebanon, Syria, and Tehran.

When someone says they want to wipe you off the map, believe them.

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A Report from Southern Israel

It was another blistering day down near the Gaza border — in more ways than one. As I stood on a familiar hilltop outside the town of Sderot, just two kilometers from the Gaza fence, the echoes of war were all around us. The dust clouds, the deep booms of airstrikes, the staccato of small arms fire — it’s not theoretical here. It’s live. And it’s real.

The View From the Front

Alongside my colleague Oscar Blue, I returned to the same overlook I’ve visited countless times since the war began. Today, we witnessed some of the most intense fighting to date. Just across the border in Beit Hanoun, Israeli Defense Forces are zeroing in on remaining pockets of Hamas resistance. Tanks and troop carriers moved back and forth, and jets screamed overhead. Israel is not letting up.

And yet, despite the active warzone just over the ridge, life in Israel continues. Families were out at pools and beaches enjoying Shabbat. Children played under the same skies where drones fly. This contrast is part of what makes Israel so remarkable. In the face of horror, life goes on. And buildings go up. The reconstruction in southern Israel is nothing short of miraculous. In Sderot and surrounding kibbutzim, new homes are rising, replacing those destroyed in the October 7th massacre.

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Blood Sea:
 Why the Houthis Just Sank Two Ships

 

This week, the Houthis took their war to a whole new level—sinking two commercial ships in the Red Sea in just a matter of days. First, the Magic Seas was hit and went down. Then came the Eternity C, boarded by armed Houthi fighters who planted explosives on the hull and detonated them. The shocking video released by the group shows militants moving through the ship, firing weapons into walls and windows. Most of the crew is still unaccounted for.

So why now?

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