Jennifer Gregg
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Retired senior intelligence officer and concerned citizen, lover of all dogs (with an admitted soft spot for Labs), delighted transplant to Maine: "The Way Life Should Be."
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October 12, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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HARM CLOSE TO HOME: DISASTROUS WESTERN HEMISPHERE POLICIES BLOW BACK ON THE UNITED STATES
Other parts of the world hog the headlines, but Americans should pay close attention to the negative impact of Trump’s reckless actions in our immediate neighborhood.
Other parts of the world hog the headlines, but Americans should pay close attention to the negative impact of Trump’s reckless actions in our immediate neighborhood.
HARM CLOSE TO HOME: DISASTROUS WESTERN HEMISPHERE POLICIES BLOW BACK ON THE UNITED STATES
The Steady State | by Brian R. Naranjo
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October 12, 2025 at 8:34 PM
HARM CLOSE TO HOME: DISASTROUS WESTERN HEMISPHERE POLICIES BLOW BACK ON THE UNITED STATES
Other parts of the world hog the headlines, but Americans should pay close attention to the negative impact of Trump’s reckless actions in our immediate neighborhood.
Other parts of the world hog the headlines, but Americans should pay close attention to the negative impact of Trump’s reckless actions in our immediate neighborhood.
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substack.com/@steadystate... “Chinese hacking programs …have targeted communications, energy, transportation, water and wastewater systems in the U.S. and its territories” while the administration continues to play politics with the shutdown. A superb reflection from Steady State’s own Bill Piekney!
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“THE GOVERNMENT IS DISABLING OUR ABILITY TO PROTECT AGAINST INFORMATION WARFARE … Chinese hacking programs …have targeted communications, energy, transportation, water and wastewater systems in the U....
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October 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM
substack.com/@steadystate... “Chinese hacking programs …have targeted communications, energy, transportation, water and wastewater systems in the U.S. and its territories” while the administration continues to play politics with the shutdown. A superb reflection from Steady State’s own Bill Piekney!
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A cautionary tale for anyone who had living relatives in America during the 30’s and 40’s from Steady State’s own Diane Blust, who had the, er, wit and courage to research this activity—which as we all know, was rampant during that period.
A cautionary tale for anyone who had living relatives in America during the 30’s and 40’s from Steady State’s own Diane Blust, who had the, er, wit and courage to research this activity—which as we all know, was rampant during that period.
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A cautionary tale for anyone who had living relatives in America during the 30’s and 40’s from Steady State’s own Diane Blust, who had the, er, wit and courage to research this activity—which as we al...
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October 9, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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A cautionary tale for anyone who had living relatives in America during the 30’s and 40’s from Steady State’s own Diane Blust, who had the, er, wit and courage to research this activity—which as we all know, was rampant during that period.
A cautionary tale for anyone who had living relatives in America during the 30’s and 40’s from Steady State’s own Diane Blust, who had the, er, wit and courage to research this activity—which as we all know, was rampant during that period.
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So, Hegseth wants to send the 82nd Airborne into Portland, Oregon, United States of America. Yes, you read that right. Yet, most Americans will sleepwalk through another lazy Saturday.
October 4, 2025 at 6:14 PM
So, Hegseth wants to send the 82nd Airborne into Portland, Oregon, United States of America. Yes, you read that right. Yet, most Americans will sleepwalk through another lazy Saturday.
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The latest intercept from the Embassy of Fredonia in Washington D.C. with observations and commentary from Antifa to the United Nations! Don't miss it!
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Another intercept from the Fredonian embassy in Washington DC with the latest observations on developments from Antifa to the United Nations! Don’t miss it!
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October 1, 2025 at 1:21 AM
The latest intercept from the Embassy of Fredonia in Washington D.C. with observations and commentary from Antifa to the United Nations! Don't miss it!
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A must read: The account of the profound commitment of FBI agents to their mission and to their oaths of office--and the sacrifices they make when honoring that oath in the face of politicization of the Bureau.
A must read: The account of the profound commitment of FBI agents to their mission and to their oaths of office--and the sacrifices they make when honoring that oath in the face of politicization of the Bureau.
Making a Scarecrow of the Law: A Former Agent’s Reaction to Recent Events at the FBI
My response to the ongoing politicization of the FBI under Kash Patel.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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A must read: The account of the profound commitment of FBI agents to their mission and to their oaths of office--and the sacrifices they make when honoring that oath in the face of politicization of the Bureau.
A must read: The account of the profound commitment of FBI agents to their mission and to their oaths of office--and the sacrifices they make when honoring that oath in the face of politicization of the Bureau.
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Pete Hegseth: Platoon Leader open.substack.com/pub/steadyst...
Hegseth...has little time or apparent intellectual capacity to deal with matters of real importance to national security. He has not shown ability or interest in dealing with matters more complex than beards on servicemembers."
Hegseth...has little time or apparent intellectual capacity to deal with matters of real importance to national security. He has not shown ability or interest in dealing with matters more complex than beards on servicemembers."
Pete Hegseth: Platoon Leader
The Steady State | by Michael Eiland
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October 1, 2025 at 7:51 PM
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Hegseth...has little time or apparent intellectual capacity to deal with matters of real importance to national security. He has not shown ability or interest in dealing with matters more complex than beards on servicemembers."
Hegseth...has little time or apparent intellectual capacity to deal with matters of real importance to national security. He has not shown ability or interest in dealing with matters more complex than beards on servicemembers."
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The Geneva Convention and “Rules of Engagement” -They Protect People at Both Ends of the Weapon
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"We should be focusing on what kind of military we really want... do we[really]want a military of people who ‘shoot first, and ID the corpses?"
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"We should be focusing on what kind of military we really want... do we[really]want a military of people who ‘shoot first, and ID the corpses?"
The Geneva Convention and “Rules of Engagement” -They Protect People at Both Ends of the Weapon
The Steady State | by Charles A. Ray
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October 1, 2025 at 9:18 PM
The Geneva Convention and “Rules of Engagement” -They Protect People at Both Ends of the Weapon
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"We should be focusing on what kind of military we really want... do we[really]want a military of people who ‘shoot first, and ID the corpses?"
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"We should be focusing on what kind of military we really want... do we[really]want a military of people who ‘shoot first, and ID the corpses?"
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Trump is calling for the use of Active Duty troops in US cities in direct violation of Posse Comitatus. Military occupation of domestic cities is authoritarianism 101.
Trump is calling for the use of Active Duty troops in US cities in direct violation of Posse Comitatus. Military occupation of domestic cities is authoritarianism 101.
Trump: "The ones that are run by radical left Democrats -- what they've done to San Francisco, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles. They're very unsafe places & we're gonna straighten them out one by one. This is gonna be a major part for some people in this room. That's a war too. It's war from within"
October 2, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Trump is calling for the use of Active Duty troops in US cities in direct violation of Posse Comitatus. Military occupation of domestic cities is authoritarianism 101.
Trump is calling for the use of Active Duty troops in US cities in direct violation of Posse Comitatus. Military occupation of domestic cities is authoritarianism 101.
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Rules of engagement are set to ensure our military follows the Law of Armed Conflict and protects civilians. Hegseth is calling for committing war crimes and violations of law.
Rules of engagement are set to ensure our military follows the Law of Armed Conflict and protects civilians. Hegseth is calling for committing war crimes and violations of law.
Hegseth: "We unleash overwhelming and punishing violence on the enemy. We also don't fight with stupid rules of engagement. We untie the hands of our warfighters to intimidate, demoralize, hunt, and kill the enemies of our country. No more politically correct and overbearing rules of engagement."
October 2, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Rules of engagement are set to ensure our military follows the Law of Armed Conflict and protects civilians. Hegseth is calling for committing war crimes and violations of law.
Rules of engagement are set to ensure our military follows the Law of Armed Conflict and protects civilians. Hegseth is calling for committing war crimes and violations of law.
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Inspectors General provide important oversight and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse. Democracies need oversight to prevent abuses in power. Removing the watchdogs is one more aspect of authoritarianism.
Inspectors General provide important oversight and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse. Democracies need oversight to prevent abuses in power. Removing the watchdogs is one more aspect of authoritarianism.
Trump administration moves to defund inspector general watchdog group
The decision marks the latest example of the administration’s push to limit government oversight activities.
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October 2, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Inspectors General provide important oversight and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse. Democracies need oversight to prevent abuses in power. Removing the watchdogs is one more aspect of authoritarianism.
Inspectors General provide important oversight and investigate fraud, waste, and abuse. Democracies need oversight to prevent abuses in power. Removing the watchdogs is one more aspect of authoritarianism.
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“In a democratic nation, where an outright military coup is unlikely, the way to gain control of the military is to use fear and intimidation to drive out those who would resist and replace them with those who will bend a knee to the dictator.”
“In a democratic nation, where an outright military coup is unlikely, the way to gain control of the military is to use fear and intimidation to drive out those who would resist and replace them with those who will bend a knee to the dictator.”
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“In a democratic nation, where an outright military coup is unlikely, the way to gain control of the military is to use fear and intimidation to drive out those who would resist and replace them with ...
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October 3, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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“In a democratic nation, where an outright military coup is unlikely, the way to gain control of the military is to use fear and intimidation to drive out those who would resist and replace them with those who will bend a knee to the dictator.”
“In a democratic nation, where an outright military coup is unlikely, the way to gain control of the military is to use fear and intimidation to drive out those who would resist and replace them with those who will bend a knee to the dictator.”
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NSL4A's excellent and powerful statement condemning Trump's statements at Quantico.
NSL4A's excellent and powerful statement condemning Trump's statements at Quantico.
NSL4A (@nslforamerica)
Our recent statement on President Trump’s comments at Quantico regarding using US citizens as military training grounds.
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October 3, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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NSL4A's excellent and powerful statement condemning Trump's statements at Quantico.
NSL4A's excellent and powerful statement condemning Trump's statements at Quantico.
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There’s no legal mechanism under current U.S. law for a president to designate a domestic group as a terrorist organization. Also, Antifa (short for anti-fascist) is not a formal organization.
September 18, 2025 at 2:10 AM
There’s no legal mechanism under current U.S. law for a president to designate a domestic group as a terrorist organization. Also, Antifa (short for anti-fascist) is not a formal organization.
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Important Stuff to Know About - The Diplomatic Toolkit: Mediation
Another great "Firepit Conversation" in the series, "How NOT to do Diplomacy" by Charles Ray! Don't miss it!!
Another great "Firepit Conversation" in the series, "How NOT to do Diplomacy" by Charles Ray! Don't miss it!!
Important Stuff to Know About - The Diplomatic Toolkit: Mediation
A Steady State Firepit Discussion Publication | by Charles A. Ray
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September 20, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Important Stuff to Know About - The Diplomatic Toolkit: Mediation
Another great "Firepit Conversation" in the series, "How NOT to do Diplomacy" by Charles Ray! Don't miss it!!
Another great "Firepit Conversation" in the series, "How NOT to do Diplomacy" by Charles Ray! Don't miss it!!
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Not yet fully reported what happened -- but it matches a pattern -- criminal investigations are for political enemies; for friends and allies -- not so much. A hallmark of authoritarianism... and it not just corrupt -- it is strategic -- breeds fear, ensures loyalty...
September 20, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Not yet fully reported what happened -- but it matches a pattern -- criminal investigations are for political enemies; for friends and allies -- not so much. A hallmark of authoritarianism... and it not just corrupt -- it is strategic -- breeds fear, ensures loyalty...
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Protecting Intelligence from Politics; Senator Mark Warner Speaks --following his address on the floor of the Senate expressing his concerns about mismanagement, politicization and interference with oversight and "the increased risk it brings to all Americans.
Protecting Intelligence from Politics; Senator Mark Warner Speaks
Sponsored by the Michael V. Hayden Center for Intelligence, Policy, and International Security
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September 21, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Protecting Intelligence from Politics; Senator Mark Warner Speaks --following his address on the floor of the Senate expressing his concerns about mismanagement, politicization and interference with oversight and "the increased risk it brings to all Americans.
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When presidents call movements “terrorist orgs” without legal basis, they aren’t fighting terror—they’re building authoritarian “security services” to crush critics. That’s what Trump is signaling with “Antifa.” Read our letter to SSCI and HPSCI here.
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Letter, Steady State to SSCI and HPSCI - Executive Overreach and the Misuse of Intelligence Authorities
September 19, 2025
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September 23, 2025 at 8:39 PM
When presidents call movements “terrorist orgs” without legal basis, they aren’t fighting terror—they’re building authoritarian “security services” to crush critics. That’s what Trump is signaling with “Antifa.” Read our letter to SSCI and HPSCI here.
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🚨 🚨 🚨 Did JD Vance just call Newsom and Democrats domestic terrorists? His claim that Democrats’ rhetoric “encourages crazy people to go and commit violence” mirrors the language in Trump’s EO designating ANTIFA as a terrorist organization (“radicalizing young Americans to engage in this violence”).
JD Vance: "When Democrats like Gavin Newsom say these people are part of an authoritarian government, when the left-wing media lies about what they're doing and who they're arresting and the actual job of law enforcement, what they're doing is encouraging crazy people to go and commit violence."
September 24, 2025 at 8:43 PM
🚨 🚨 🚨 Did JD Vance just call Newsom and Democrats domestic terrorists? His claim that Democrats’ rhetoric “encourages crazy people to go and commit violence” mirrors the language in Trump’s EO designating ANTIFA as a terrorist organization (“radicalizing young Americans to engage in this violence”).
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The Bonfire of Relief: the Cruelty is the Point
"....Remember this not only as a tragedy of waste but as reminder that when we abandon humanitarian leadership, we imperil our own security. Government should serve as a bulwark against chaos and not, through neglect and cruelty, as an accelerant."
"....Remember this not only as a tragedy of waste but as reminder that when we abandon humanitarian leadership, we imperil our own security. Government should serve as a bulwark against chaos and not, through neglect and cruelty, as an accelerant."
The Bonfire of Relief: the Cruelty is the Point
The Steady State | Bruce G. Berton
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September 24, 2025 at 9:12 PM
The Bonfire of Relief: the Cruelty is the Point
"....Remember this not only as a tragedy of waste but as reminder that when we abandon humanitarian leadership, we imperil our own security. Government should serve as a bulwark against chaos and not, through neglect and cruelty, as an accelerant."
"....Remember this not only as a tragedy of waste but as reminder that when we abandon humanitarian leadership, we imperil our own security. Government should serve as a bulwark against chaos and not, through neglect and cruelty, as an accelerant."
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An informed and stark assessment of our president's ability--or lack thereof, to formulate a strategy.
An informed and stark assessment of our president's ability--or lack thereof, to formulate a strategy.
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“Trump has no idea how to end this war, no idea what to do to get there, no idea under what terms it should end, and no idea what a resultant peace should look like.”
An informed and stark a...
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September 25, 2025 at 6:12 PM
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An informed and stark assessment of our president's ability--or lack thereof, to formulate a strategy.
An informed and stark assessment of our president's ability--or lack thereof, to formulate a strategy.
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"If the Pentagon closes its doors to the press, it closes them to the American people. That cannot stand."
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“While service members and civilian officials have a duty to protect appropriately classified information, the Department of Defense should not restrict unclassified information or require pre-approva...
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September 26, 2025 at 1:18 PM
"If the Pentagon closes its doors to the press, it closes them to the American people. That cannot stand."
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An excellent piece from Steady State’s Diane Blust. From our export possibilities, our scientific developments, our economy, our allies, and the world, our president has “checked out.”
An excellent piece from Steady State’s Diane Blust. From our export possibilities, our scientific developments, our economy, our allies, and the world, our president has “checked out.”
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“[President Trump] is certainly grabbing the headlines with his blustering and fulminating, but China is actually exporting solar panels to Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and countries in Latin America and A...
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September 26, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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An excellent piece from Steady State’s Diane Blust. From our export possibilities, our scientific developments, our economy, our allies, and the world, our president has “checked out.”
An excellent piece from Steady State’s Diane Blust. From our export possibilities, our scientific developments, our economy, our allies, and the world, our president has “checked out.”