Biden Calls Up The Troops

In a clear escalation, Joke Biden readies your kids for Ukraine. [The Rude Awakening] July 19, 2023 [WEBSITE]( | [UNSUBSCRIBE]( Biden Calls Up The Troops - Why is it your kids’ job to clean up Eastern Europe? - Joke Biden calls up 3,000 reservists for Operation Atlantic Resolve. - What does Ron Paul have to say about it? [Response Requested]( 1/1000th of an ounce of gold available As a Rude Awakening reader, Jim Rickards is offering you 1/1000th of an ounce of gold when you upgrade your account. It will come in the form of a “Gold Back” - a new type of gold currency that’s starting to spread across America ([click here to view](. If you have not responded to Jim’s offer yet, and want to know how to claim yours… Please click the link below for details. [Click here to learn how to claim your new Gold Back Currency<]( Thanks! Amber Anderson Customer Service [Click Here To Learn More]( [Sean Ring] SEAN RING Happy Hump Day from steamy NYC! I only have to walk a few blocks here before I’m drenched in sweat. This time of year, with these temperatures, NYC is starting to feel suspiciously like Singapore. I’m teaching again today, but there are only a few more days before it’s “wheels up” time on the plane. In the meantime, let’s continue discussing President Biden’s decision-making skills, assuming he’s making the big decisions. President Biden called up 3,000 reservists to assist in Operation Atlantic Resolve. What’s that, you ask? We’ll define it below. I’ve been against this escalation from the beginning. But only some people agree with me. “Why don’t you go to Chicago and tell the Ukrainians there you don’t want to defend their country?” a colleague asked on the editorial call a few weeks back. Had I been quicker, I’d have said, “Tell them if that’s still their country to get on a plane and pick up a weapon.” I’d never presume to send one American life to defend Ukraine in this mess of a war. Let’s get to what’s going on. The Text of the Call Up Straight from [the horse’s mouth]( (bolds mine): By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including sections 121 and 12304 of Title 10, United States Code, I hereby determine that it is necessary to augment the active Armed Forces of the United States for the effective conduct of Operation Atlantic Resolve in and around the United States European Command’s area of responsibility. In furtherance of this operation, under the stated authority, I hereby authorize the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Homeland Security with respect to the Coast Guard when it is not operating as a service in the Navy, under their respective jurisdictions, to order to active duty any units, and any individual members not assigned to a unit organized to serve as a unit of the Selected Reserve, or any member in the Individual Ready Reserve mobilization category and designated as essential under regulations prescribed by the Secretary concerned, not to exceed 3,000 total members at any one time, of whom not more than 450 may be members of the Individual Ready Reserve, as they deem necessary, and to terminate the service of those units and members ordered to active duty. Wait a minute… What’s this? “I hereby determine that it is necessary to augment the active Armed Forces of the United States for the effective conduct of Operation Atlantic Resolve in and around the United States European Command’s area of responsibility.” What is Operation Atlantic Resolve? And when did that happen? Operation Atlantic Resolve Operation Atlantic Resolve is a NATO initiative launched in 2014 in response to Russia's annexation of Crimea and its destabilizing actions in Ukraine. It aims to enhance the security and stability of NATO member states in Central and Eastern Europe. 2014? So this really has to do with when Russia took Crimea and not the current conflict? The primary goal of Operation Atlantic Resolve is to demonstrate NATO's commitment to collective defense and reassure its allies in the region. It involves rotating multinational forces, predominantly from the United States, to conduct military exercises, training, and other operational activities in the Baltic states, Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, and other Eastern European countries. “...and other Eastern European countries.” Do you mean, like Ukraine? The operation includes various activities, such as joint exercises, training missions, infrastructure improvements, and prepositioning of military equipment. These activities are designed to improve the readiness and interoperability of NATO forces, enhance deterrence, and demonstrate the alliance's ability to respond effectively to potential security threats. Operation Atlantic Resolve is an ongoing mission, and its scope and activities have evolved. It’s part of a broader NATO strategy to strengthen the defense and deterrence posture of the alliance in response to the changing security environment in Europe. “Operation Atlantic Resolve is an ongoing mission…” Does “ongoing” mean “never-ending,” like most of our military misadventures? [“Godfather Of AI” Reveals Stunning Prediction]( [Click here to learn more]( He’s a 35-year AI veteran who has worked closely on AI technology for decades… - In 1988, the National Science Foundation funded him to build an AI chess program. - He’s written and published academic papers on AI. - And he’s used AI to trade stocks as early as 2001. [But today, he’s stepping forward with a critical prediction that he says every investor needs to hear.]( Whatever you do, I’m urging you to not invest a single dime into AI technology until you see this man’s warning. [Click here for details.]( [Click Here To Learn More]( Ron Paul on the Call Up If you’re going to listen to someone, listen to someone who’s always right. Current and former swamp creatures/politicians routinely ignore former U.S. Congressman Dr. Ron Paul. That should give you all the information you need. Dr. Paul has been America’s leading peacemonger for years. Deep State and its allies hate his guts for telling the truth about war and conflict. Here’s what [he had to say about this call-up]( So, if Russia is losing – or has already lost, as Biden said last week – why has it suddenly become necessary to call up US reserve forces? Well, in the midst of one of the most serious US military recruiting crises ever, it seems Washington does not have sufficient troops for its anti-Russia mission in Ukraine. So what is the mission and why does it seem to be creeping toward sending more Americans close to the battle zone? No one in the Administration seems interested in explaining it and no one in the US media or Congress seems interested in asking. We are on a very slippery slope, with Biden’s neocons continuing to escalate in the face of massive Ukrainian losses and an apparent shortage of US troops. Make no mistake, if the US/NATO proxy war with Russia is not halted the next step will be to look at the US Selective Service. That means they are coming for your kids. How long before America wakes up and says “NO”? I hope it isn’t too long, Dr. Paul. Wrap Up I find it astounding that Russia can simultaneously be losing this war and yet still require the attention of an additional 3,000 troops. Something doesn’t add up here. Either Russia isn’t losing, or the US is ready to finish the Russians off. All my sources - not MSM - favor the former. Russia isn’t losing. Ukraine hasn’t recovered any ground in the new offensive. This is throwing good men against a bad bet. I don’t want any of America’s young people fighting this war for the Ukrainians. When will American parents end this nonsense? All the best, [Sean Ring] Sean Ring Editor, Rude Awakening Twitter: [@seaniechaos]( In Case You Missed It… Biden Talks Turkey To Get Sweden Into NATO [Sean Ring] SEAN RING Happy Tuesday! I’m still Stateside, stuffing myself with New York’s finest cuisine. The class this week is lively and refreshing. It’s exactly what I’d want from a group of bright young things. Meanwhile, I still wonder what the USG is thinking. Is the government that gullible to think it can win at all costs? Is it terribly miscalculating both the benefits and costs of the war in Russia? Let’s face it, this isn’t Ukraine versus Russia. This is the US Military-Industrial Complex versus Russia. And for the first time in living memory, things aren’t going so well for the MIC. Yesterday morning’s news that the “Ukrainians” blew up the Kersk Bridge that connects Crimea to mainland Russia wasn’t so much a surprise, but a question mark. Why is that target so important? Is it the symbolism? Or is it logistics? Whatever it is, it seems NATO isn’t pulling back. In fact, it’s plowing full steam ahead. Let’s talk Turkey. NATO Entry. We hear of NATO entry all the time these days. But how does it really work? NATO entry, or “accession,” as it’s more commonly known, is a process. Here's a general overview: - Expressing Interest: A country submits a formal application to the NATO Secretary General, stating the country's intention to join the alliance. - Political Dialogue: Once an application is received, NATO starts a political dialogue with the aspiring country. Is the country compatible with NATO's principles, values, and objectives? - Membership Action Plan (MAP): If the political dialogue goes well, NATO invites the aspiring country to join the Membership Action Plan (MAP). The MAP is a program that provides guidance and assistance to countries preparing for NATO membership. It includes various reforms and measures to align the country's defense and security structures with NATO’s. - Reforms and Alignment: This process involves strengthening democratic institutions, improving governance, enhancing military capabilities, and adopting NATO-compatible defense and security strategies. - Evaluation and Assessment: NATO evaluates the aspiring country's progress in implementing the required reforms and assesses its readiness to meet the obligations and responsibilities of NATO membership. - Invitation: If the aspiring country meets the necessary criteria, member states invite the candidate country to join the alliance. - Ratification: After receiving the invitation, the aspiring country's government seeks ratification from its own national parliament or legislative body. This step ensures domestic approval and support for NATO membership. - Accession: Once the aspiring country completes the ratification process, it becomes an official member of NATO. The country's flag is raised at NATO headquarters, and it assumes the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of NATO membership. In short, it’s a dance. The aspiring country promises to update its military with US-made equipment. The alliance promises to protect this country in the event of an attack. There’s one part we left out: NATO accession must be agreed upon unanimously by all members. Why Turkey Didn’t Want Sweden in NATO. NATO member Turkey balked as letting Sweden on the team. All this feels familiar. And then I realized [I wrote about this last June](. Here’s the salient part: Why the Turks Objected The Turks had a legitimate right to question the Swedes and Finns about harboring what Turkey considers to be terrorist groups. From [The Guardian]( Turkey had said it would block the applications of Sweden and Finland unless it received satisfactory assurances that the Nordic countries were willing to address what it regards as support for Kurdish groups it designates as terrorist organizations, in particular, the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). The Kurds want to cut a piece of Turkey off and make it their own. It's obvious why the Turks would object to that. And Sweden and Finland must’ve felt the same way in the end. They signed a deal, giving the Turks everything they asked for. Turkey would've been nuts not to sign it. In fact, so accommodating were the Nordics, Turkey couldn't hold out for that [order of F-16s the US has been stalling on giving them.]( Ah, the F-16s pop up again. And it’s not only me. [In a piece Zero Hedge covered]( Tom Luongo, a thinker I follow and admire, wrote: Turkey stopped blocking Sweden’s entry into the alliance because he got the F-16s he needs to fulfill his ambitions regionally. Someone finally offered Erdogan the right bribe to get him to sign off on this. But is there more to Turkey’s turnaround? [WATCH: America’s #1 Income Investor]( Let me introduce you to one of my close financial contacts... He might be the most successful investor in America right now. In fact, [his unique income philosophy has allowed him to generate years’ worth of returns – in as little as 2 days](. I have never seen anything quite like it. That’s why I’m urging you to [watch this video]( he made ASAP. He’s agreed to show you how anyone could make rapid ‘income trades’ for themselves. [Watch this video to learn about a trade that could make up to 166% in 10 days](. [Click Here To Learn More]( What Did It Take For the Turks to Change Their Minds? Apparently, there are 12 billion reasons for Turkey to acquiesce and let Sweden in. According to Seymour Hersh (bolds mine): I have been told a different, secret story about Erdogan’s turnabout: Biden promised that a much-needed $11-13 billion line of credit would be extended to Turkey by the International Monetary Fund. “Biden had to have a victory and Turkey is in acute financial stress,” an official with direct knowledge of the transaction told me. Turkey lost 100,000 people in the earthquake last February, and has four million buildings to rebuild. “What could be better than Erdogan”—under Biden's tutelage, the official asked, “finally having seen the light and realizing he is better off with NATO and Western Europe?” Reporters were told, according to the New York Times, that Biden called Erdogan while flying to Europe on Sunday. Biden’s coup, the Times reported, would enable him to say that Putin got “exactly what he did not want: an expanded, more direct NATO alliance.” There was no mention of bribery. Whether it’s a $12 billion credit line or a fleet of F-16 fighter jets, it’s a bribe. Though we never call it that in The West. And now the road clears for Sweden to enter NATO. Wrap Up Though [report]( after [report]( signals Ukraine’s “paused” counteroffensive, the USG and its allies move forward. Sweden will be NATO’s newest nation. It’s Russia’s move now. All the best, [Sean Ring] Sean Ring Editor, Rude Awakening Twitter: [@seaniechaos]( [Paradigm]( ☰ ⊗ [ARCHIVE]( [ABOUT]( [Contact Us]( © 2023 Paradigm Press, LLC. 808 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore MD 21202. By submitting your email address, you consent to Paradigm Press, LLC. delivering daily email issues and advertisements. 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