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Ya Libnan
3 days ago
- Business
- Ya Libnan
Time for the Democrats to Wake Up Before It's Too Late
By Vlad Green , Op-ED Is the Democratic Party in a coma? It sure feels like it. While the Republican Party storms through policies that could drag the country into economic chaos and international isolation, the Democrats are eerily quiet—as if paralyzed, uncertain, or worse, indifferent. Let's not sugarcoat it: the Republicans have hijacked the national agenda. From rolling out vague yet damaging tariffs to pushing a so-called 'big beautiful bill' that sounds good on TV but will likely benefit the wealthiest Americans at the expense of everyone else, they are reshaping this country. And yet, the Democrats? Silence. No roar. Not even a bark. We all know what would happen if the roles were reversed. If a Democratic president had signed off on sweeping tariffs that raised prices for working families, or pushed legislation enriching billionaires while leaving middle-class Americans to foot the bill, Republicans would be setting the nation on fire—figuratively, and sometimes literally. Fox News would run 24/7 emergency coverage. Congress would be flooded with press conferences. Lawsuits would be filed before sunrise. But when the GOP is in power, Democrats seem to retreat into caution, nuance, or political calculations that no one outside the Beltway understands or cares about. Where is the outrage? Where is the strategy? Where are the Democratic governors, mayors, and lawmakers standing up and calling these tariffs what they are—a tax on Americans? Where are the legal challenges, the organized town halls, the economic counterproposals that inspire and educate the public? Where is the vision? Democrats cannot sit back and hope the damage does itself in by 2026 or 2028. By then, it may be too late. Tariffs are already beginning to hurt small businesses and consumers. International allies are confused and frustrated. And most tragically, millions of Americans are losing faith in the political process altogether, convinced that no one—not left or right—really stands up for them. Let me be clear: this is not a call for chaos or violence. It is a call for action . Peaceful, passionate, smart, and strategic action. The Democratic Party still has the tools to resist: investigative power in committees, public messaging platforms, grassroots energy, and a massive national infrastructure. What it lacks right now is urgency—and courage. If the Democrats want to reclaim their role as protectors of the middle class, defenders of democracy, and champions of fairness, they need to act like it— now . No more tiptoeing. No more waiting for the perfect poll or political moment. It's time to wake up, speak up, and stand up. The American people are watching. And they are desperate for leadership that isn't afraid to fight. email:info@
Ya Libnan
24-04-2025
- Business
- Ya Libnan
America's Credibility is on the Line under Trump
By Vlad Green, Contribution Op-Ed Writer Since his return to the White House, President Donald Trump's policy shifts—particularly on trade and foreign affairs—have cast doubt on U.S. reliability and leadership. From punitive tariffs to controversial stances on allies' core security concerns, America risks eroding the very credibility that underpins its global influence. The Tariff Trap: Hurting American Business and Reputation
Ya Libnan
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Libnan
Khrushchev's warning and the erosion of American greatness
Former Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev chillingly predicted in 1956: 'We will take America without firing a shot. We do not have to invade the U.S. We will destroy you from within.' by : Vlad Green There was a time when America was admired not just for its power, but for its generosity. We were the nation that designed the Marshall Plan, helping rebuild Europe from the devastation of World War II. We were the architects of USAID, offering economic development and humanitarian assistance to countries in need. We shipped tons of butter to post-war Germany—not because we had to, but because it was the right thing to do. Our moral leadership was as potent as our military might, and we won not only wars, but trust. Today, that spirit seems to be fading. Instead of investing in global partnerships, we're retreating into transactional politics. Instead of strengthening our alliances, we are testing them with tariffs, trade wars, and short-sighted economic nationalism. These new tariff plans being floated will hurt not just foreign producers—they will hit America's own middle class the hardest. The very people who are struggling to make ends meet will end up paying more for everyday goods, while the wealthiest corporations and individuals find ways to profit regardless of policy changes. The irony is painful: as inequality widens and the system begins to feel rigged, the foundations of our democracy grow weaker. When a society forgets how to take care of its own—and loses sight of its obligations to others—it creates a vacuum. And in that vacuum, ideologies like communism and authoritarian populism begin to find space. People don't turn to radical alternatives because they hate freedom; they turn because they feel abandoned, disillusioned, and left behind. Is this where we're heading? Our adversaries certainly hope so. Russia, Iran, North Korea—all are watching closely as the West turns inward and fractures along economic, social, and political lines. They don't need to fire a single shot to weaken us. As Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev chillingly predicted in 1956: 'We will take America without firing a shot. We do not have to invade the U.S. We will destroy you from within.' We have to ask ourselves: what kind of America do we want to be? Do we still believe in being a global force for good? Do we still believe in lifting others up, knowing that generosity breeds stability, loyalty, and long-term peace? Or are we content to become a fortress nation—wealthy at the top, fractured at the bottom, and increasingly isolated in a world that no longer looks to us for guidance? It's not too late to reclaim our legacy. We can still be the nation that leads with heart as well as strength, that recognizes fairness as a pillar of greatness, and that remembers that a healthy middle class is the backbone of democracy—not just a byproduct of it. Let us not forget: America's true greatness has always come not just from what we build, but from what we give.
