Category: Current Events

Rourke: Below is a post from a buddy of mine who has made a couple trips to the areas of North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene.

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Ralph Edwards:

Just got back last night from our second trip to WNC after delivering relief supplies to several needed communities.

The number one thing the disaster zone EXEMPLIFIES is the fact that you can not and should not rely upon anything the government tells you, or even take them seriously. 

I watched a local EOC team show up for the first time yesterday in a community 3 WEEKS after the disaster. The community turned them away.

This same community (to remain anonymous) has banded together with support from both locals and outsiders to help rebuild not only the state/county roads but also the local infrastructure in their small area. The county had not even made contact with them during this entire time, meanwhile last week we brought in a truck and trailer and this week we brought in 5 trucks. 

It is absolutely imperative that you and your community build relationships NOW, and ready yourselves for self aid. You cannot rely on official support or assistance in a widespread disaster.

We have reached yet another anniversary of an event that change the country – and the world. I watched a YouTube video where someone went on a college campus and was asking students who attacked us on 9/11. Hardly anyone could provide an answer and really didn’t know anything about the incident.

My beliefs on what happened that day have certainly changed over time. Regardless – thousands of innocent souls were lost and many more lost friends and family. So sad.

Don’t forget. Don’t ever forget.

Rourke

The current state of this country is not by mistake. Numerous movies, documentaries, and videos have been produced describing the agenda towards destroying the incredible idea the Founders had and realized. From what I see most people suggest there is ONE agenda, ONE evil organization, and ONE effort that is responsible for bringing down this Republic.

I would suggest there are many entities who work towards a similar goal which is to gain control of the American populace as well as the rest of the world. Power is their goal and all that provides.

In 1974, Robert Welch—founder of The John Birch Society—warned about the globalist plan to destroy America, in a speech which has since proven to be chillingly accurate. “A part of that plan… is to induce the gradual surrender of American sovereignty, piece by piece and step by step, to various international organizations, of which the United Nations is the outstanding but far from the only example.”

I highly suggest you watch the following short video:

 

Thoughts? Share below and consider sharing with like-minded folks.

Take care all –

Rourke

It’s been on the news lately that certain political candidates and groups want to institute price controls – especially within the grocery and food industries. This is problematic at best and has failed whenever it has been tried. The government is looking at price controls as a potential solution for rising food prices caused from inflation. Incredibly – they are trying to solve the very same inflation they caused.

A few thoughts on price controls:

• Shortages: When the government sets prices too low, producers might not make enough money to cover their costs. This can lead to them producing less, causing shortages of important items like bread or milk.
• Lower Quality: To keep up with lower prices, companies might cut corners and produce lower-quality goods. For example, if the government forces the price of bread to be very low, bakeries might use cheaper ingredients that don’t taste as good or aren’t as healthy.
• Black Markets: If people can’t find what they need at the controlled price, they might turn to illegal  or non-conventional markets where goods are sold at higher prices. This can lead to unsafe or unfair situations, like buying food that wasn’t properly stored or is past its expiration date.
• Less Incentive for Innovation: Companies might not invest in new technology or better products if they can’t make a profit. For example, farmers might not invest in better equipment or seeds if they can’t charge enough to cover these costs.
• Unintended Consequences: Price controls might hurt the very people they’re supposed to help. For example, if price controls lead to food shortages, families might end up spending more time and money trying to find basic groceries.

Example:
In Venezuela, the government tried to control the price of basic foods like flour and sugar. This led to severe shortages, with many people unable to find these essential items in stores. Instead, they had to buy them on the black market at much higher prices, or go without.

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We have very little control over what government does or does not do. Put your efforts into what you can control:

• Move out of the cities.
• Move to low population density areas. Get away from people.
• Make yourself as self-reliant and self-sufficient as possible.
• Insulate yourself from the effects of government, society, and corporations.
• Live your life and enjoy the good times.

Take care all and keep preparing!

Rourke

On Friday, July 19th the United States experienced the largest service disruption in US history. Reports are that a “software upgrade” caused outages in the airline and financial industries among others. Not a cyberattack? Not sure if we will ever really know. Regardless, this event is a clear example of what could happen on a much larger scale and with a higher severity level.

Cyberattacks and our obvious dependency on technology is a clear reason to continue to prepare and be able to exist absent from modern technology and corresponding services.

 

In this video, I discuss the signs of how many people are struggling to make it from day to day. From people on street corners begging to live out of their cars things are getting worse.

Just yesterday I saw an entire family at the exit of a local Walmart – begging for money or help of any kind. Mother and father were probably around 30 years old. A couple of young kids. They are one of millions of others who are struggling with many on the verge of homelessness.

Do you see evidence of economic collapse in your area?

Take care all –

Rourke

My thoughts regarding the Trump assassination attempt. Please share with like-minded folks…..and pray for Trump and this country.

Rourke

 

I’m writing this as events are unfolding and I may update as we learn more.

6:53 PM – Trump appears to have been grazed by a bullet or some other projectile while speaking at a rally in Pennsylvania. Early reporting states that several shots were fired in the area. The Secret Service rushed Trump to a SUV and then he was taken to a local medical facility.

As Trump was being covered by the Secret Service and moved to the vehicle Trump could be seen raising his fist in defiance and a very determined look on his blood-stained face.

Within minutes a report came out from the Trump campaign with a statement from Trump thanking law enforcement and stating he was OK.

UPDATE 7:44 PM: It is being reported that the shooter and a rally attendee are dead.

They have tried to put him in prison. They have tried to slander him. They have tried to bankrupt him.

Now they have tried to kill him.

Get ready folks. What’s next?

Rourke

 

A bit overdue…..movie review – – “Civil War.”

Certainly controversial, it was quite different than I expected.

See the movie? What did you think?

Please share below.

Rourke

BTW – members of the Patriot Brigade can download the movie and watch on their mobile device, or computer – or throw it on a USB drive and plug it into their TV.

I made this video shortly after the announcement that Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts. I believe May 30th will be marked as a significant date in history. Possibly this day will be looked at as the day the nation died. Possibly.

Lord knows what will happen over the coming months. I’m not just talking about Trump and the upcoming election. The possibilities are endless.

Keep prepping folks.

Rourke

The National Debt continues to race toward $35 trillion and beyond. This is just another piece of the puzzle that will bring this economy crashing down. Inflation is reducing the purchasing power of all Americans making grocery shopping and just paying for housing a challenge.

Thanks for stopping by.

JR

If the last few years prove anything it’s there is a battle….no, an attack – against freedom-loving Americans. There are not two sides to this battle. There are numerous enemies who are targeting anyone who believes in the Constitution, freedom, Patriotism, and what the Founders created in America.

I created the following images and posted them on Instagram recently. Share your thoughts…….

Take care all –

Rourke

Congress passed another funding bill to send billions of taxpayer dollars overseas while inflation threatens Americans and illegal immigrants flow over the border and invade the United States.

Take care all –

Rourke

You’d have to live in a vacuum to have not heard about the eclipse happening this Monday. Theories are all over the place. From the 2nd Coming to Aliens – you name it someone has professed it will happen due to this eclipse.

In the video below I throw out my own 2 cents as to what may occur.

Have thoughts of your own?

Share below.

Rourke

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People can fight over who would do the best job and make the biggest difference as President. The harsh reality is we really don’t know what the future holds regardless and if the Deep State wants a particular candidate in office – for whatever reason – that candidate will be “elected”.

What we need to do is prepare. We need to be as self-reliant and as independent of the system as possible.

We are past the point of no return.

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The over-taxation and government overreach has never been greater than right now. I wish I had seen this more clearly when I was younger, however, I see it now. Is there any chance to “fix” this country and get back to being a Constitutional Republic? Yes – but it will take another Revolution or [insert your own term here] for the people to stand up and take it back. Will that happen? I have serious doubts.

The Instagram post below provides some perspective on how true freedom has been lost in America.

 

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Like many others, I’ll throw my 2 cents in as to what the end game will be regarding the release of documents related to the Jeffery Epstein client list.

As we continue to wake up and realize there is an entire world organization that works behind the scenes manipulating and controlling much of what happens in the world, Jeffrey Epstein is simply another piece of the puzzle. A very sick puzzle.

I’d appreciate it if you would smash the like button, subscribe if you haven’t – and share with like-minded folks.

Take care all!

Rourke

As we enter 2024, what awaits us is anything but certain. There are many, including myself, who believe 2024 is going to present historic challenges and will lead to unprecedented events over the next few years.

Folks – this may be the beginning of what so many of us have been preparing for. Maybe.

Here are five areas that I believe are extremely concerning:

1. 1. 1. Mass Illegal Immigration: I believe the invasion that has been occurring for decades – and especially over the last 3 years is the most significant threat to our way of life. Estimates range from 3.5 to 10 million illegal immigrants have entered the country in just the last few years. Add to that the 11-20 million from the past two decades and we have not only a serious culture issue but a security one as well. Oh – and there is still another year left before there is any chance of this changing. There is no other explanation as to why this is occurring other than purposely trying to destroy this country.
      2. Cybersecurity Breach on Critical Infrastructure: In an era of increasing reliance on digital systems, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats is becoming an escalating concern. A significant cybersecurity breach could disrupt essential services such as power grids, transportation systems, or healthcare networks. The potential fallout might lead to widespread panic and economic disruptions.
      3. Political Turmoil and Social Unrest: There is little doubt that the political theater in 2024 will be the most volatile in the last few generations. Political division, contentious elections, and allegations of election fraud will contribute to heightened tensions and social unrest in the United States. Mass protests, clashes between opposing groups, and challenges to the democratic process will dominate headlines.
      4. Economic Downturn and Unemployment Surge: The intricate functionality of global markets is inherently unpredictable, and 2024 will bring an unforeseen economic downturn. Factors such as geopolitical conflict, trade disputes, and unexpected global events will trigger a significant economic downturn, resulting in a surge in unemployment rates across the United States. The impact will extend beyond financial markets, affecting livelihoods, consumer confidence, and government policies aimed at economic recovery.
      5. International Conflict: We will likely witness a tidal wave of violence and conflict across the globe. Whether sparked by territorial disputes, ideological differences, or resource competition, such conflicts could have far-reaching implications for world peace and stability. We are already aware of the war between Russia and Ukraine. Many NATO countries seem determined to have this war spread to additional participants. China appears ready to take full control of Taiwan. Impacted shipping routes are already creating economic turmoil and supply chain issues. This is bound to continue and worsen.

   While there is little doubt I’ll not hit the nail on the head with all I’ve suggested even coming close is certainly not positive. What’s critical is to realize that these times we are living in are quite unlike any other and the writing’s on the wall.

   Folks, now is the time to ramp up your preparations. We see what has happened over the past few years. Events are accelerating and getting more and more extreme.

Take care all –

Rourke

Happy New Year from John Rourke, Maine Prepper Girl, and the Crew at 1776PatriotUSA.com!!!

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I continue to post this video on Veterans Day every single year.

God willing, it will be posted many more times.

Thank you for your service!!

 

Folks…..we are living in absolutely unprecedented times. I’ve been on this Earth for 53 years and have never seen anything like it. For those of us who have been preparing for decades, we have looked at numerous things that may happen and taken action to mitigate those events to keep ourselves and our families safe. These modern times today seem to be a perfect storm – like a hurricane that meets a volcano – and we have very little time to prepare.

I hope I’m wrong and just being an alarmist.

While I place little faith in the FBI nowadays, I believe that their most recent statements regarding internal terrorist threats make sense and are real. Our southern border has allowed millions – yes millions – of undocumented individuals from all over the world to enter this country and occupy our communities. It is simply a matter of statistics that some percentage of these folks mean us harm and are planted from countries that absolutely hate us. Yes – terrorists that want you and every member of your family dead for simply being an American. Taking out the grid would be one way to destroy America.

I’ll leave the information below for you to review and vet. I am telling you that you need to stay frosty and be ready. I can tell you even though I live in a fairly remote area I carry everywhere I go. Walking into a Walmart in Nowhere, Maine I’m carrying just in case. Be vigilant and be strong. Something is liable to happen somewhere and I pray you are ready and safe.

The following is a portion of Director Wray’s opening statement to the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee:

“Discussions about the most-pressing national security threats and what we’re doing to tackle them are always important, but this year’s hearing is especially well-timed given the dangerous implications the very fluid situation in the Middle East has for our homeland security. The reality is that the terrorism threat has been elevated throughout 2023,but the ongoing war in the Middle East has raised the threat of an attack against Americans in the United States to a whole other level.“

“We assess that the actions of Hamas and its allies will serve as an inspiration the likes of which we haven’t seen since ISIS launched its so-called caliphate years ago. In just the past few weeks, multiple foreign terrorist organizations have called for attacks against Americans and the West. Al-Qaeda issued its most specific call to attack the United States in the last five years. ISIS urged its followers to target Jewish communities in the United States and Europe. Hizballah has publicly expressed its support for Hamas and threatened to attack U.S. interests in the Middle East. And we’ve seen an increase in attacks on U.S. military bases overseas carried out by militia groups backed by Iran.”

“Here in the United States, our most immediate concern is that violent extremists—individuals or small groups—will draw inspiration from the events in the Middle East to carry out attacks against Americans going about their daily lives. That includes not just homegrown violent extremists inspired by a foreign terrorist organization but also domestic violent extremists targeting Jewish or Muslim communities. We’ve seen that already with the individual we arrested last week in Houston, who’d been studying how to build bombs and posted online about his support for killing Jews. And with the tragic killing of a 6-year-old Muslim boy in Illinois in what we’re investigating as a federal hate crime.”

“But as I said a few moments ago, on top of the HVE (homegrown violent extremist) and DVE (domestic violent extremist) threat,we also cannot—and do not—discount the possibility that Hamas or another foreign terrorist organization may exploit the current conflict to conduct attacks here on our own soil.We’ve kept our sights on Hamas and have multiple ongoing investigations into individuals affiliated with that foreign terrorist organization.”

View Director Wray’s full testimonyHERE.

Take care all –

Rourke

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Appreciate the support!!

Take care all –

Rourke

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So this is a rare request but with just how special Millie is I have to ask……

If you are on Facebook I’d really appreciate it if you would consider voting for Millie as the best Halloween costume for a dog. Click below and look for Millie who is dressed up as a UPS driver. She is a fantastic dog and will love it if she wins!!

Millie has super high energy and loves to go bird hunting with her Uncle Rourke.

Hope everyone is having a great week!!

JR

In this video, I suggest Jews and Christians be ready for possible conflicts and attacks today and over the weekend. While chances are very small they are higher this weekend with Hamas threatening attacks across the globe.

Likely we will experience nothing. I pray that is the case.

Stay safe my friends…..

Rourke