Category Archives: Nathan’s Rants

Put not your trust in princes…

Posted on January 13, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

The following message was posted on Monday, 12 January 2026 at about 0600 Mountain Time. This commentary follows up on yesterday’s. Iran and the people of the nation are in our prayers and we seek ways to encourage them. Rezi … Continue reading →

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Guest commentary: Final battle of the Iranian Revolution?

Posted on January 12, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

We present a guest commentary that includes a guest commentary, and ask readers their thoughts. Are these events for real in Persia? At least one well-respected geopolitical analyst says it is highly unlikely that the Islamic Republic will fall – … Continue reading →

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California calamity

Posted on January 11, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Many Americans consider beer to be both an essential and a pleasure of life. Although we here at The Price of Liberty are all teetotalers, we understand that attachment many people have, without being addicted to the stuff. Which is … Continue reading →

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Once more, prohibition of certain acts fails

Posted on January 10, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Warning: a bit of humor during a dark period. Nationally (not just in now officially-Socialist New York City), there has been a push for decades to destroy all power and rights of landlords. (Of course, the name itself should be … Continue reading →

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How far back does presidential corruption go?

Posted on January 9, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Several politicians in both the traditional, old parties have publicly and frequently stated that Donald Trump is the most corrupt president in American history. At the same time, quite a few MAGA types have argued with the never-Trumpers and proclaimed … Continue reading →

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Secession in the mix? Minnesota “True North”

Posted on January 8, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Following the regrettable death of a woman who used her car to knock down an ICE agent in Minneapolis, the Minnesota governor’s remarks raise an ugly specter. He states that the Minnesota National Guard is being trained and is being … Continue reading →

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The Empire is going strong

Posted on January 6, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Way back in 1972, your publisher and editor heard and listened to a fellow high school student in Colorado give an “original oratory” speech at a speech meet proclaiming the need for a “Pax Americana.” What’s that? A recreation from … Continue reading →

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Politics versus principle

Posted on January 5, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

This commentary could also be entitled “Just ’cause it’s legal doesn’t mean it is right.” That is, morally right. First we discuss the new NYC regime. Then we touch on the raid into Venezuela. Both are examples of what is … Continue reading →

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Politics, combat, and the Christ

Posted on January 4, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Who would Jesus bomb? That question, of course, is meant less literally than morally. To answer it, we must first understand who Jesus Christ was—the revered preacher, teacher, radical, prophet and (to those of us who follow Him) the Son … Continue reading →

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Unintended consequence? Really? California schools stink.

Posted on January 3, 2026 by TPOL Nathan

Back in 2020, the State of California no longer required the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) or any alternatives for students to get into California’s government-run, tax-funded universities and colleges. Just before Christmas, the Wall Street Journal tells us, “Now arrives … Continue reading →

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