HURRICANE IRMA SEP 7 2017, 2:07 PM ET Hurricane Irma Skirts Puerto Rico, Leaves 1 Million Without Power

First Hurricane Harvey struck Texas. Now another hurricane, this one even stronger and deadlier, Hurricane Irma is currently in the Caribbean, and may again make landfall within the southern states along the Gulf of Mexico.

The tiny US commonwealth of Puerto Rico was grazed Wednesday by Hurricane Irma leaving 1 million people without power. And this on top of the fact Puerto Rico has already been devastated by financial problems, with infrastructure already suffering from its financial problems.

The financial aspect of Puerto Rico has been developing over the past decade. I recall not long ago reading about the possibility of this US commonwealth possibly needing a 'bail-out,' just to maintain itself as a sustainable island nation. Considering the fact of it being a 'commonwealth' rather than an actual state, bailing out the tiny island is already a controversial prospect.

Now the island has been battered, yet not as badly as had been projected. Considering the geographical location of the island, being partially in the Atlantic, and also in the Caribbean, I've always found it interesting how this island has yet to be 'demolished,' considering its proximity to where many of these hurricanes and tropical storms develop.

Also something to note, as stated Puerto Rico is legally considered a commonwealth of the United States. And throughout the years, many have wanted the island to become America's 51st state. While possibly just as many have wanted the island to maintain its current status, and another group, a minority wanting Puerto Rico to become in 'independent nation.'

After all this, its highly doubtful many will still be in the 'independent camp, politically speaking.' Nonetheless, what happens next will not only be complicated, but perhaps even controversial due to this island's status within the United States. While unlike other countries and territories, Puerto Ricans are born American citizens, this will not be an issue of 'refugees,' or 'immigrants,' as Puerto Ricans have the ability to legally travel both into and out of the United States, with most Puerto Ricans actually living outside of the island. Those living in America by in large do have family back on the island though.

Puerto Rico became a US commonwealth as a direct result of the Spanish-American War, from which the slogan, "remember the Maine" resulted from, and from which America witnessed one of its official 'false flag' operation. We know this from now declassified documents and documentaries stating that the Spanish who maintained control over the island, which it had first settled back in the 1500's. Obviously for one strategic reason or another, the U.S. decided it needed to take control over the island nation, and basically align the country with the United States.

One more historical bit of fact, the island of Puerto Rico lies just at the southern edge, or tip of the notorious 'Bermuda Triangle.' I personally had flown to the island as a child at the age of 6, and even at that time was very familiar with the Bermuda Triangle. I recall as though it were yesterday, having been scared 'something' would or could happen during our flight there. These were the days when the now classic show In Search Of, with Leonard Nemoy was playing as a series on television. So I was very familiar with all the planes that had 'mysteriously disappeared' within the infamous area of water known as the Bermuda Triangle.

Puerto Rico also maintains the biggest 'alien telescope' which monitors the shies for any sounds of 'intelligent life,' somewhere out in the galaxy. Its goes by the acronym of SETI. While reports are conflicting as to the status of SETI, it had been officially run by the United States, under one branch or another. It's also been rumored that the huge telescope is not 'functional.' I've heard reports saying the opposite. I've heard (the last I looked into this) that the US government had indeed given up its official 'use' of the facility, and that a private organization is operating from the location.

It is also rumored that the United States has an 'underground military base,' not far from where SETI is located. These reports have made for some very strange reports. I personally knew a girl (worked with this person) who was a native of the island, and had told me she had as a child heard reports of other children 'disappearing!' And if you think that's strange, you may have also heard of what is called the "Chupacabra." While I cannot recall the translation, it being a Spanish word, the concept is that there is a creature sort of like Bigfoot, but only scarier, because whatever this thing is, it will attack both- animals and even people. While the majority of reports began from Puerto Rico, we now have eye-witness sightings in various parts not only of Puerto Rico, but now in Mexico, and even in the southern and south-western parts of the United States.

Could this be something that was created, possibly even manufactured within an underground 'military base' in Puerto Rico? Whether you believe any of this talk or not, there are many who will 'swear' they have literally seen this creature whether on the island itself, or in any of the aforementioned locations listed above. Animal carcasses have indeed been found along alleged sightings of this 'beast or monster,' you take your pick.

Of course, I went 'somewhat of track' here (couldn't help it, so many interesting stories), hopefully you'll have maybe found something interesting, or worth investigating deeper into. Though my trip to Puerto Rico was many many years ago, I still have vivid memories of the island, and also a fondness for it, and it's people. Perhaps this is why I got 'off script' so to speak. It is a beautiful little island with tons and tons of history. San Juan which is a main tourist attraction was once a military port overlooking the Atlantic. It's also reported by 'paranormal investigation teams,' as being haunted. It has seen its fair share of military campaigns for centuries.

Perhaps the United States 'took over' the island of Puerto Rico due to it being a strategic location. So for me at least I find it sad to hear about the financial struggles this island paradise has gone through, along with the various tropical storms and hurricanes it's endured, and enduring at this moment. Its no wonder the people of the island of Puerto Rico have such a rich culture and its people have pride in their heritage. This is an island which has had its fair share of 'wars, invasions, and military campaigns.'

Eastern State Penitentiary

If this name, Eastern State Penitentiary sounds familiar it ought to. Known currently for its many appearances on 'paranormal television shows,' Eastern State has a much deeper history than this.

Eastern State opened its doors in Philadelphia back in 1829. Andrew Jackson was president. Times were changing when it came to how people were being incarcerated. Though no mention of the Quaker's is named in this article, I do believe it was their idea as for the concept of this 'new prison system.'

This prison was revolutionary as being new in its approach to 'reforming' those who ended up behind its castle looking appearance and massive walls. I've seen a similar prison in Joliet, Illinois, Statesville Penitentiary. It's now been left largely unused, though I think it still does function so some lesser degree. Those wall! As kid I will never forget seeing those massive walls! And the solid 'rock material' used in the creation of those walls. It was like a fortress, and had to have been one scary place to anyone walking through those gates.

Up until Eastern State was conceptualized, most prisons were known to be places of over-crowding, violence, and many (even while waiting sentencing, no 'county jails apparently') awaiting 'sentencing' never made it through that period of time. So a new system was created, one which was focused on 'redemption,' hence the name 'penitentiary' or place of 'penance.'

Though this system was designed to make people 'think' about what 'sins' (some believed crimes were sins), were committed, and how persons incarcerated could spend their time in a more productive manner. At least this was the theory. In fact, many prisoner's went 'insane!'

While many were going insane, this quote from the article shows the type of lifestyle these inmates lived under, versus other prison where crime was rampant, and basic necessities were scarce.

Compared to other facilities, Eastern State was a technological marvel and, at a cost of $800,000, one of the most expensive building projects of its day. At a time when President Andrew Jackson was still using a chamber pot, prisoners in Eastern State had their own private toilets. Inmates were served three hearty meals a day (usually boneless beef, pork, or soup and unlimited potatoes) and had their own private exercise areas. The cells each had skylights so that the divine wisdom of God might shine down upon those inside. In essence, Eastern State was a paradise compared to other prisons of the time. But despite all its material comforts, this “paradise” drove men mad.

As this quote shows, prisoners had their own 'private toilets,' while the president, Andrew Jackson was using a 'chamber pot!' Also, it was not long after the building of Eastern State when there was the 'great potato famine' in Ireland which caused many Irish to flee to America for if nothing more, 'food.' Yet despite all these amenities for prisoners held in Eastern State, many still went insane.

British writer (one of my favorites) Charles Dickens visited the prison in 1842, and he wrote,

 “The system here is rigid, strict, and hopeless solitary confinement. I believe it, in its effects, to be cruel and wrong. I hold this slow, and daily, tampering with the mysteries of the brain to be immeasurably worse than any torture of the body.”

So apparently is was the 'solitude' that drove men crazy. There may have been women, and even children there too. The article doesn't say. But things were much different back in those times, so it wouldn't surprise me. And for Charles Dickens to have made such a comment, this place must have been really bad. Anyone familiar with Dickens' writings knows he wrote a lot about the plight of the poor in England during his time. Also writing about 'child labor laws,' the lack thereof which I believe helped to actually bring change. Dickens was definitely a 'reformer,' and a man ahead of his time.

While Eastern State shut down in the early 1970's, its legacy continues, as does the 'spirits' of those once confined behind those iconic fortified walls that as many other prisons of the period gave the prison an appearance of more of a fortress than a prison. Today, after having been closed down and almost demolished, Eastern State has been preserved. However, the idea of 'solitude' is now reserved for those in prisons today who 'break the rules,' and end up in 'the hole.' The movie Alcatraz and many others have brought quite a lot of attention to the concept of serving time in 'solitude.' And I can see how it could cause a person to go insane. So yes I would agree with Charles Dickens' overall assessment of his visit to Eastern State.

As it stands today, most people will know this place a being the 'creepy haunted place' you've seen on any number of paranormal ghost hunting shows. This facility is considered one of the 'scariest places' in the world of the paranormal. And I'm sure there is good reason for this. The walls themselves would be good conduits for 'holding energy' which has built up over all these years. While some may be skeptical of 'ghosts,' I always recall the saying, 'there are no atheists in a haunted place.'

Bilderberg 2017: The Agenda and the Full Attendees List

Though it's already come and gone, the annual Bilderberg meeting is still worthy of a mention. They met back in July, here in Virginia only 50 miles from the White House, and with a new president and administration, could that in itself be some kind of message?

Well, again while this event has come and gone, it is the 'agenda,' and the 'people' who attend this annual meeting which by the way gets little to zero media coverage, as it has from their inception, to our knowledge back in 1954. The name 'Bilderberg,' though not an official name of this group of wealthy elites who come from various fields of prominence, has been dubbed 'Bilderberg' because that was the name of the hotel in which this group was first noticed in the Netherlands.

You can find some general information on the group here. 

While this group is very secretive (historically), and open to elites only, by invitation (think of the movie, Eyes Wide Shut!) *caution on the video link* (video may contain imagery unsuitable for some); this group which until fairly recently has intentionally been 'denied,' and kept out of the media spot-light for most of its history, until recently, and still it maintains a lot of secrecy (Chatham House rules), and its influence, though unknown is felt globally. Make no mistake, these people get together with a mission, and a plan for the 'year.'

In order to pacify the wild speculation of what goes on in these meetings, Bilderberg Group (as they now call themselves) have their own website. Though they have a new website, I would take whatever is on there with a grain of salt due to how much 'security and secrecy' surrounds this group of people. Honestly, you're better off reading a book about this group by any number of independent investigative journalists, for more accurate information (as much as would be possible, that is).

One of the best sources on this group would be Daniel Estulin who's written a book about this group titled The True Story of the Bilderberg Group. It is probably the best book on the topic.

So while this group has already laid out it's purpose and agenda for the year, I thought posting this article, on the 'agenda and attendees' would serve the public well in as far as helping to understand some of what has been happening in national and international events. Yes, this group has that much power and influence. While not all those who attend these meetings are bad people, you can be sure that those at the 'higher levels' most certainly do have an agenda, and it's not pro-American, nor is it pro-human for that matter. Some of this group's earliest members and founder were 'eugenicists.' So you know they're not looking out for the good of 'mankind.'

This group is looking out for their own interests, and that of possibly those who will serve these people.

How The World Butchered Benjamin Franklin’s Quote On Liberty Vs. Security

It's amazing how one of the biggest 'quotes' ever has been re-quoted in various versions, kind of like that old kid's game where you had a group of kids, and the first one was told something to repeat.

It goes down the line of however many other's and by the time it gets to the end of the line, you've got an almost different statement than what was originally given.

So goes the quote by Benjamin Franklin dating back to 1755.

The idea of 'giving up liberty for security' has been an ongoing issue dating back to probably the dawn of mankind. Yet, since 9/11 it's become a political football with two sides seemingly fighting as to which should be the deciding factor.

Personally, I agree with Franklin when he stated,

'those willing to trade liberty for security deserve neither!' (paraphrasing)

And of course it goes without saying (though many wouldn't even know, or don't believe) that there have been many times when government have purportedly organized 'false flags' (a term not heard much until 9/11) in order to have an excuse to take away more of the public's liberty.

No doubt, Benjamin Franklin was a man 'ahead of his time.'

In this article however, not only does the author talk about how this quote has been altered by some, but that it also did not mean what most who use this term seem to think it means.

While I disagree with his assertion, I do see some merit to his alternate view.  

Korean War, A History Lesson You're NOT Hearing About

What I've yet to hear even by media 'friendly' to President Trump. Is that the Korean War 'never ended!' What the 'result's of that war' were left at was nothing more than a 'cease-fire,' July 27, 1953.

So, 'officially' the US is STILL at 'war' with N. Korea! FACT! Yet, again, nobody is telling you this on ANY news channel.

Here's the facts, a little history can put this into perspective. 

US Fed raises benchmark interest rate a quarter point

I highly suggest all Americas read up on just how the "Federal Reserve" came into existence. First of all- it's neither "federal," nor does it contain ANY "reserves!" If you learn that, you've made a great start!

Read The Creature from Jekyll Island by G. Edward Griffin. If only enough Americans understood just how 'unconstitutional' the Federal Reserve is, and how it came into existence, I'll let you guess what would happen. Upon this death-bed, President Wilson the president who allowed this monstrosity to become an 'illegal law,' stated, he wished he never allowed this to pass, and even apologized to the American people. But the damage is now done.

It's almost hilarious in a sick way how none of this is even taught at the finest universities, and colleges in the United States, but there's a reason why its not.

                           
                                                   "Mother Goose"
       "America's true ruler," an un-elected banker from the House of Rothschilde"

Is Liberalism a Mental Illness?

I am not the first, nor only person to ask just this question. A book was written using this very title several years ago by Michael Savage (radio personality) "Is Liberalism a Mental Illness?"  But if you follow 'politics,' and watch 'society' as I do, you can't help but ask this very question and wonder. Especially in light of new President Trump's stance on "refugees and immigration."

Former president Obama, listed the same exact countries and had them on a 'list' for a time. Former president Clinton (back in the 1990's) gave a 'speech' addressing Congress and stating almost ver batim the 'same words,' President Trump has stated, "consistently." Yet, there were no "protests," and life went along. It's also been a "tradition" in American politics to give the new president a "honeymoon period," for about the first few months to 'watch and see' what they're going to do, and how they're doing it. Not this time!

Disgustingly, in addition to Chicago (where I was born, and proud of it), not only are they considering giving the City "sanctuary status," but now I heard just tonight 2 more 'suburbs,' just outside Chicago 'city limits' are also considering putting in such measures on their town ordinances. And (as many may know) Chicago being a "gun free zone"), has an enormous amount of "gun shootings," which is surpassed BOTH New York City and Los Angeles! Again, having been born in Chicago, I am a 'proud native,' but not happy hearing this, or approving of "sanctuary cities," or "gun free zones."

First of all, "sanctuary cities," are un-American. Yes America is a "country of immigrants," but politicians, the justice system, and liberals have made a "mockery" of this idea. First of all, all "immigrants" who came to America (prior to recent times, as liberalism has infected America) immigrants, went through a "process," of coming here! They came primarily through Ellis Island (Statue of Liberty), and went through screenings, and were immunized, etc. That is no longer the case! I have literally heard of "illegals" (primarily from the southern border via Mexico) have been pouring into America with "communicable diseases!" Some of these diseases that were once "eradicated!" Yet "liberals" are bringing in people with these diseases!  By the way, a simple "Google search," will yield you "35 million results," for "immigrants and diseases!" Google is no friend to "conservatives!"

Secondly, Islam that "peace loving religion" has declared "war on America," ie 9/11! Even the "9/11 Findings"  (click that link, you just might be surprised!) reported this just "after 9/11!" Yet, new "liberal pro-Islam crowd" (who know absolutely nothing about Islam)! Believe me, after 9/11 (as I've stated many times on this blog), I have read many books, both pro and against Islam, many using it's own writings and teachings, and have already come to know Islam 'better' than I'm sure most of it's own followers do! Keep in mind, I've studied the Bible as well, and can easily make the same claim about "Christians!"

So America has a real problem. And that problem is "liberalism," which is nothing new! Liberalism, incidentally is yet another term that's been 'hijacked,' by the Left," as the "Rainbow flag," has been hijacked by those who practice "homosexuality," not that I stand against them, or judge them (to each their own, live and let live), just don't "impose" your "will" or "way of living" upon me, because now I have a legitimate gripe with you! All this "political correctness," "emasculation of American males," "attacks against Christianity," and now "Jews," (always been a scapegoat), and if you dare "speak out," you're called a "racist, homophobic, xenophobe," etc, etc.

So just where has "tolerance gone?" The "Left" claim to be tolerant, but that's as laughable as saying "Islam is a religion of peace," when they go and riot over a "cartoon," ("free speech") is drawn about Muhammad!" But, I digress.

"Liberalism" the hijacked word, once stood for people who lived primarily by the credo of "live and let live," "to each their own." So even the name is as un-original, and destructive as those who adhere to its values, unless you live as a "true liberal," which generally existed in its true form prior to the 20th Century.  Former president Theodore Roosevelt was one of the first persons to have formed the "progressive party" within the United States. So the "roots" of this "mental illness" began to germinate and spread throughout the US from around that period, the early 1900's.

While it is true the "true roots" of liberalism go back even further, Karl Marx (who was a "Satanist") and others have used variant "strains" of this "mental illness" since at least the 18th Century, ie the "French Revolution." But now we're talking more about straight flat out "evil."

So, if you look at the acts of much of "liberalism," you will find "evil" intertwined intricately, and even with subtlety. But of course, Saul Alinsky dedicated his book, "Rules for Radicals" to Lucifer himself!  And it is a "fact" that Hilary Clinton was a "big fan" of Alinsky, even doing her college thesis about Alinsky. So it's safe to say there is a definite affinity by Hilary Clinton towards "Lucifer." And look closely into the women's political career, and it's just a mess. That's a post of it's own.

As for the problem with America? It's of a "spiritual nature!" Most do not understand this, nor will they ever understand, or worse yet, ever care to understand. Here's one quote from the Bible that underscores our true 'battle,' and whether you believe the Bible, or not it's irrelevant! These words speak for themselves...

"For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places" -Ephesians 6:12

While this is not only a problem in America, I write as a 'concerned citizen,' who is literally seeing the carnage of 'evil,' also known as "liberalism" rearing its very ugly head, and all the more at the very beginning of a new presidential administration; the Presidency of Donald Trump. While I know his background, and have been 'skeptical' myself (at times), one thing everyone ought to do is "give this man a chance!" Where is his "honeymoon," mainstream media? 

PS, there are many problems that lie at the 'core' of this country (United States), but I'd be remiss if I didn't declare in all boldness, that "Freemasonry" is just one of the overall under girding 'problems' we have not only here in America, but it in itself is yet another "major problem," globally! And were a PhD granted on the subject of the "Occult," I'd surely have one, for I have studied the "Occult," having even once upon a time being a "practitioner" for several years myself. So, trust me, I have been literally on "both sides of the fence!" And with that, I'll leave you with these words...

" Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour" -1 Peter 5:8

PSS, I don't tend to be a "preachy" type of person, nor do I cram the Bible down anyone's throats, I merely used to biblical quotes because the "truth" is the truth.

Pope axes Knights chief in condoms row

In other news...this is an odd story about the "Knights of Malt," a secret society (of which I am totally opposed to). I am very familiar with various 'secret societies,' and know their histories well.

While this article, barely goes into the 'history' of this society, it does mention it correctly as having descended from the "Knights Templars," of which the Catholic church, propped up, then turned against, having murdered it's leaders after the "Crusades," in a power grab, which happened to have occurred on "Friday the 13th," which has since then given that day the very "superstitious bad-luck day" ever since. A trivial bit of history.

The chief Supreme Court Justice of the United Stated Supreme Court happens to be a member of this order, "Knights of Malta," which in my strong opinion is a direct violation of our US Constitution, making his position, dubious, and questionable at best! See, if you are a "Knights of Malta," you have "dual citizenship." One to the country of your birth, and one to the "Vatican," as it is the pope himself who oversee's this sinister 'secret society,' which does a lot more than "good works," such as the "Freemasons," etc.

Always be suspicious, of any "secret society" and their good works! They do NOT do "good works" from their hearts, but because their belief systems goes back to a "balance." In other words, they believe "God puts our good works, vs our "sins" (bad works) on a scale, and whichever one is heavier is how we're judged. Being a Christian, nothing could be further from the truth! And this makes it clear that the "Knights of Malta," and various "secret societies" are NOT "Christian," thus NO Christian has ANY business belonging to any "secret societies!"

The Bible clearly tells us, "make no oaths, let your yes be yes, and your no, your no! It also states, you cannot "serve two masters," for you will love one, and hate the other! And what politician, or person in government (as SCOTUS, John Roberts) has any business being a "dual citizen?" Either you will love one, and hate the other, but you cannot serve 'two masters!' So, just where does Supreme Court Justice John Robert's allegiance belong? Recall, this was THE justice who gave the 'deciding vote,' to make Obamacare, then afterward took a 'trip to the island of Malta.'

Of course, you won't find the deep history I shared here, but only that the Knights of Malta descended from the "Knights Templars."

Here's the half-truth story.