The 77-year marriage between the US and Europe. Is divorce imminent?

[rightwinger]

Why aren’t S. Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Philippines, and Australia rushing to forge an alliance with China?

China is looking like a more reliable trade partner

 

[drudge X]

Actually, you've been selling out to China every time you waddle into Walmart and fill your cart with cheap, quality Chinese goods.

Trump tried to change that but your side cheered for China.

 

[drudge X]

China is looking like a more reliable trade partner

Europe and Mexico said that too until the relentless dumping starts. Chinese automakers would destroy European automakers overnight if not for tariffs.

 

[Fang]

Biden created 16 million new jobs in his four years.

Trump lost jobs in his first term and his second term has produced less than a million (so far).

Stop. LOL First we all know Joe Biden wasn’t the president. Second, whoever his handlers were benefited from the pandemic recovery when people were allowed to go back to work. Unfortunately it didn't last. The unemployment rate started rising in Acting President Biden’s last year. Trump inherited unemployment in the 4.0 - 4.7 range both from Obama and Biden. In his first term he had it down in the 3 range until the WORLD WIDE pandemic his of course due to the China virus. Side note, more people died under Biden than Trump.

 

[Lesh]

Stop. LOL First we all know Joe Biden wasn’t the president. Second, whoever his handlers were benefited from the pandemic recovery when people were allowed to go back to work. Unfortunately it didn't last. The unemployment rate started rising in Acting President Biden’s last year. Trump inherited unemployment in the 4.0 - 4.7 range both from Obama and Biden. In his first term he had it down in the 3 range until the WORLD WIDE pandemic his of course due to the China virus. Side note, more people died under Biden than Trump.

Bullshit.

In 2016 Trump inherited a job market in which unemployment had been trending down since 2011.

And the Covid jobs had all been accounted for by the summer of 2021.

Millions were added after that

Biden handed Trump an unemployment rate of 4.1. It rose to 4.4

 

[SweetTea]

Sure it does. He accomplished an end to their program and opening of trade without firing a shot.

Obviously not, thus why we are dropping bombs.

Trump has dropped 30 billion worth of bombs and has wrecked the world economy in the process.

The world economy is not wrecked drama queen.

Taking someone else's land isn't acceptable in the modern age. That's why we fought WWII.

Childish idealism.

Instead, he thought he could drop a few bombs, and they'd just give up the revolution they have been spending generations building.

They are losing BIGLY. You just can't see it because you ignorant liberal friends tell you otherwise.

 

[Admiral Rockwell Tory]

Is it necessary to be a citizen of Great Britian? Or, were you being tested as to your knowledge of world history?

That's for the Brits to decide but is common knowledge if you ever attended a world history class.

 

[Lesh]

Obviously not, thus why we are dropping bombs.



The world economy is not wrecked drama queen.



Childish idealism.



They are losing BIGLY. You just can't see it because you ignorant liberal friends tell you otherwise.

Is dropping bombs is not proof of anything other than Trump’s insanity

 

[JoeB131]

Trump tried to change that but your side cheered for China.

Because China wasn't taking the hit, the American consumer was.

"I'm going to make you buy American by making everything more expensive" isn't a winning strategy.

But you bleach-drinkers don't understand who pays tariffs.

IT AIN'T EFFING CHINA!!!!

 

[Mac-7]

Serbia is a tiny country of only 8 million.

And it took a beating from the entire NATO Alliance before they were offered terms.

Iran had 90 million people and is not a tiny country, and they have the ability to wreck the world economy if they want to.

If they could they would

Iran would sacrifice all 90 million of its own citizens, and happily so

 

[EvilCat Breath]

That's for the Brits to decide but is common knowledge if you ever attended a world history class.

And would have been correct if the subject had been world history. But it wasn't. The question appeared on a British citizenship test and has nothing to do with either British history or British citizenship. Unless you think it has.

 

[EvilCat Breath]

If they could they would

Iran would sacrifice all 90 million of its own citizens, and happily so

Because they don't think of it as sacrifice.

 

[Admiral Rockwell Tory]

And would have been correct if the subject had been world history. But it wasn't. The question appeared on a British citizenship test and has nothing to do with either British history or British citizenship. Unless you think it has.

You don't think British citizens don't need to know world history when a significant portion of their population is now Muslim? Why is it any of your concern what the Brits do?

 

[EvilCat Breath]

You don't think British citizens don't need to know world history when a significant portion of their population is now Muslim? Why is it any of your concern what the Brits do?

Not on a test to determine knowledge of British history or governmental struIslam. Muslims should assimilate into British culture, not the other way around.

I am disappointed that Britian is falling into a destructive belief system like islam. As is the rest of Europe.

 

[Admiral Rockwell Tory]

Not on a test to determine knowledge of British history or governmental struIslam. Muslims should assimilate into British culture, not the other way around.

I am disappointed that Britian is falling into a destructive belief system like islam. As is the rest of Europe.

No idea what you are saying. Why do you care? Why is it your business what they ask on their tests?

 

[EvilCat Breath]

No idea what you are saying. Why do you care? Why is it your business what they ask on their tests?

Since this is still the United States I can be disappointed in the end of Britain and say so.

 

[GLASNOST]

NATO should have been shit-canned along with the Warsaw Pact and the Cold War. NATO is the perpetrator of war.

 

[Admiral Rockwell Tory]

Since this is still the United States I can be disappointed in the end of Britain and say so.

So, you have no dog in this fight is what you are saying? You just want them to know your opinion.

 

[GLASNOST]

You don't think British citizens don't need to know world history when a significant portion of their population is now Muslim? .....

You don't think American citizens don't need to know world history when a significant portion of their population is now Christian?

 

[Old Rocks]

Western European countries are most of the problem. They are over the top spoiled lefty idealists. They are exactly where our current Democratic Party is headed. China, Russia and N. Korea are sitting back and watching leftism weaken us and Western Europe. They LOVE it.

What a sucker you are for Trump's and the right wing lies. The GOP and Trump are rapidly weakening the US. Firing our best military leaders and running our scientists out to other nations. We are not even in the top ten nations for living standard. Our Epstein billionaire class has made sure we will not be in the top ten in your lifetime. Here are the top ten;

The countries with the highest living standards in 2026 are Luxembourg, Netherlands, Denmark, Oman, Switzerland, Finland, Norway, Iceland, Austria, and Germany.

Overview​

These countries consistently rank at the top due to high safety, excellent healthcare, strong social infrastructure, environmental quality, and economic stability. They offer residents high purchasing power, reliable public services, and a strong sense of security, making them attractive for expats, professionals, retirees, and families.

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1. Luxembourg – Exceptional purchasing power, universal healthcare, low crime, and strong institutional stability. Average gross salaries exceed €6,000 per month, offsetting high living costs.
   
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2. Netherlands – High safety, efficient healthcare, excellent work-life balance, and extensive cycling infrastructure. Cities like The Hague and Utrecht are highly livable.
   
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3. Denmark – Universal healthcare, free education, low crime, and strong social services. Copenhagen and Aarhus are among the best cities to live in.
   
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4. Oman – Notable for political stability, safety, and growing economic opportunities, with a focus on quality healthcare and infrastructure.
   
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5. Switzerland – Top-ranked for quality of life, healthcare, and income levels. Clean environment and strong governance contribute to high living standards.
   
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6. Finland – Excellent education system, low crime, high social equality, and strong public services.
   
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7. Norway – High Human Development Index, strong social welfare, low unemployment, and secure living conditions.
   
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8. Iceland – Safe, environmentally clean, and socially supportive, with high-quality healthcare and education.
   
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9. Austria – Strong economy, excellent healthcare, cultural richness, and high safety standards.
   
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10. Germany – Advanced infrastructure, universal healthcare, strong economy, and high social services, making it a top choice for quality living.
    
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• Healthcare: Universal and high-quality medical services.
• Safety: Low crime rates and political stability.
• Economic Strength: High wages, purchasing power, and job opportunities.
• Social Infrastructure: Education, public transport, and welfare systems.
• Environmental Quality: Clean air, green spaces, and sustainable urban planning.
  These nations provide a balanced combination of wealth, comfort, and social well-being, which collectively define their high standard of living.
  
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