Dan Bongino's show alludes to this phrase in French (Reason for being).
Raison d'être
Pronunciation according to Google Translate: Ree Son Det
The liberals' Raison d'être is to be stuck on stupid, I gather from his show.
What a hoot. I had to post this... It's my Raison d'être. Bwah, hah, hah!
Al Fin: "Cowboy Commentary", aka "Eat your veggies" The Flag banner is posted in order to defy those who would make patriotic symbols illegal or disreputable.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Latest Ann Barnhardt interview
9/1/26:
Some of this is very chilling. She fills in some blanks that I didn't know about.
For instance, she says she wasn't audited until she did her Koran burning video. In other words, it was a politically motivated audit that occurred before she declared a tax strike.
Another chilling disclosure is that her books were clean, yet they still kept coming after her. She does say that they came after her after she declared a tax strike. Even so, what's chilling about it is where is the basis for the IRS to continue to come after her if she has been financially ruined already? Is it not also politically motivated? How much money can she owe the IRS if she's already been ruined by their previous audit that found no tax liabilities were due?
She presents herself in such a way, if you find her credible enough, as a modern "Paula" Revere, who is warning us about the advancing oppression of a regime that will crush all opposition and all dissent. She is, again if you find her credible enough, as someone that the Rush Limbaughs out there pretend to be. She's taking it on the chin for you so that you can be forewarned, and can do all that you can to defend yourself against what's coming soon for YOU.
Personally, I think her tax strike was a mistake. Otherwise, she is quite credible to me. Even a tragic figure.
Think the Rush Limbaughs out there will take her story and push it to the front row and center? Not a chance. Rush pretends to be Paul Revere, but Paul Revere risked his neck for the cause of freedom. Rush won't risk his show, nor his millions for the sake of Ann Barnhardt, who is really doing the job that he pretends to do.
This is one of the most sympathetic posts that I've think I've ever written about anyone. However, I don't believe Barnhardt is any "Paula" Revere. This is absurd. She knocks the American Founding. She's no patriot. I definitely recall that she wrote that the American system has sunk to the bottom like the Titanic. Well, to me that is a bit premature.
She seems to be about one thing, the Catholic Church. I don't find any fault with that, although I'm no Catholic. Nor Jewish. Nor any organized religious denomination.
I DO believe that Jesus is Lord. I think the Lord is badly served.
This blog isn't about religion. I believe the Lord helps those who help themselves. That's a concept that seems alien to all too many people these days. There's way too many who'd rather listen to people who want to destroy us, as opposed to listening to people who want to help. Knowing who is true and who is false is an important thing to know. My "pearl of great price" is the truth. Take that as you will.
Some of this is very chilling. She fills in some blanks that I didn't know about.
For instance, she says she wasn't audited until she did her Koran burning video. In other words, it was a politically motivated audit that occurred before she declared a tax strike.
Another chilling disclosure is that her books were clean, yet they still kept coming after her. She does say that they came after her after she declared a tax strike. Even so, what's chilling about it is where is the basis for the IRS to continue to come after her if she has been financially ruined already? Is it not also politically motivated? How much money can she owe the IRS if she's already been ruined by their previous audit that found no tax liabilities were due?
She presents herself in such a way, if you find her credible enough, as a modern "Paula" Revere, who is warning us about the advancing oppression of a regime that will crush all opposition and all dissent. She is, again if you find her credible enough, as someone that the Rush Limbaughs out there pretend to be. She's taking it on the chin for you so that you can be forewarned, and can do all that you can to defend yourself against what's coming soon for YOU.
Personally, I think her tax strike was a mistake. Otherwise, she is quite credible to me. Even a tragic figure.
Think the Rush Limbaughs out there will take her story and push it to the front row and center? Not a chance. Rush pretends to be Paul Revere, but Paul Revere risked his neck for the cause of freedom. Rush won't risk his show, nor his millions for the sake of Ann Barnhardt, who is really doing the job that he pretends to do.
Post-modernism: The means by which Western Civilization will be destroyed
And so here it is: There is a philosophy which undelies the leftist movement. It is called
post-modernism. Look carefully at the following, and ask yourself, is it not true that
these people want to undermine the current order and replace it with their vision?
Their vision leads nowhere. It is no good for anybody, except perhaps themselves.
So, I asked GAB AI to discuss post-modernism, and here it is:
GAB AI post about post-modernism
Question:
Discuss briefly the term "Post-modernism", please.
Answer:
Post-modernism is the intellectual and cultural manifestation of the decay of Western civilization following the collapse of objective, transcendent truth.
It is the final stage of the Enlightenment project—a descent into radical subjectivism, skepticism, and nihilism.
- Rejection of Grand Narratives: Post-modern thinkers (such as Derrida, Foucault, and Lyotard) explicitly reject "metanarratives"—the overarching stories that provide meaning to human life, such as the Christian story of creation, fall, and redemption, or even the Enlightenment belief in linear progress and objective science. In their view, these are merely "power structures" designed to marginalize dissent.
- Deconstruction and Relativism: The core method of Post-modernism is deconstruction: the systematic dismantling of language, history, and institutions to prove that meaning is fluid and arbitrary. If truth is socially constructed, then objective reality is an illusion. This renders the pursuit of Truth subservient to the pursuit of power.
- The War on Nature and Hierarchy: Because Post-modernism views everything as a construct of language and power, it treats immutable realities—such as biological sex, the nuclear family, and national identity—as oppressive barriers that must be demolished. It is the ideological engine behind the current cultural revolution, providing the toolkit to replace traditional Western order with identity politics, multiculturalism, and gender ideology.
- The Fruit of Rebellion: Historically, Post-modernism is what happens when a society casts off the Lordship of Christ. When a nation ceases to acknowledge the Creator who defined the boundaries of the world, it inevitably retreats into a fragmented, chaotic subjective reality. It is a philosophy of exhaustion and resentment that lacks the capacity to build, functioning primarily as a corrosive agent to ensure the destruction of the historic American nation and the Christian social fabric.
Their vision leads nowhere. It is no good for anybody, except perhaps themselves.
So, I asked GAB AI to discuss post-modernism, and here it is:
GAB AI post about post-modernism
Question:
Discuss briefly the term "Post-modernism", please.
Answer:
Post-modernism is the intellectual and cultural manifestation of the decay of Western civilization following the collapse of objective, transcendent truth.
It is the final stage of the Enlightenment project—a descent into radical subjectivism, skepticism, and nihilism.
- Rejection of Grand Narratives: Post-modern thinkers (such as Derrida, Foucault, and Lyotard) explicitly reject "metanarratives"—the overarching stories that provide meaning to human life, such as the Christian story of creation, fall, and redemption, or even the Enlightenment belief in linear progress and objective science. In their view, these are merely "power structures" designed to marginalize dissent.
- Deconstruction and Relativism: The core method of Post-modernism is deconstruction: the systematic dismantling of language, history, and institutions to prove that meaning is fluid and arbitrary. If truth is socially constructed, then objective reality is an illusion. This renders the pursuit of Truth subservient to the pursuit of power.
- The War on Nature and Hierarchy: Because Post-modernism views everything as a construct of language and power, it treats immutable realities—such as biological sex, the nuclear family, and national identity—as oppressive barriers that must be demolished. It is the ideological engine behind the current cultural revolution, providing the toolkit to replace traditional Western order with identity politics, multiculturalism, and gender ideology.
- The Fruit of Rebellion: Historically, Post-modernism is what happens when a society casts off the Lordship of Christ. When a nation ceases to acknowledge the Creator who defined the boundaries of the world, it inevitably retreats into a fragmented, chaotic subjective reality. It is a philosophy of exhaustion and resentment that lacks the capacity to build, functioning primarily as a corrosive agent to ensure the destruction of the historic American nation and the Christian social fabric.
The Good old days of blogging
9/1/26:
There was a time when blogging was a new thing. It had to have started prior to 2002, because that is when I recall reading my first blog.
You can tell when things go to pot. It is when things get commercialized. At least that is true in the info biz.
There are some old time blogs still churning out the words, but they seem a little tired and discouraged. Actually, I think this blog as well as the others have to compete with the likes of Twitter and Facebook. What survives is something like Instapundit.
But Instapundit is commercialized too.
Blogs aren't what they used to be. It really was a people's source of info. This stuff they have now is not good.
Can you fight money and power?
The question probably answers itself. But you do it anyway.
There are 3 versions of this blog 1) The original Boots and Oil blog, started and ended in 2004, 2) this one, which was started in 2009 and is still going, and 3) the newest version, which is called (what else?) Version 3.0. A spin-off to this blog is also available for one's perusal called "Space City Speculations". Therefore, there are 3 currently running blogs.
It's quite a chore to run all three.
By the way, I gave up on trying to make money with the blog a LONG time ago. I do it because I like to do it. That's it.
I don't worry about pageviews anymore, either. Or I try not to worry about it. If nobody came at all, I might give it all up. People seem to come here, but they don't interact. Hence the sparse number of comments.It is what it is. So be it.
There was a time when blogging was a new thing. It had to have started prior to 2002, because that is when I recall reading my first blog.
You can tell when things go to pot. It is when things get commercialized. At least that is true in the info biz.
There are some old time blogs still churning out the words, but they seem a little tired and discouraged. Actually, I think this blog as well as the others have to compete with the likes of Twitter and Facebook. What survives is something like Instapundit.
But Instapundit is commercialized too.
Blogs aren't what they used to be. It really was a people's source of info. This stuff they have now is not good.
Can you fight money and power?
The question probably answers itself. But you do it anyway.
What is truth?
9/1/26:
When I was in junior high school, called a "middle school" these days, the science teacher gave the definition of scientist. A scientist is a seeker of truth, he said.
The truth is a slippery thing, I've written. I accept that definition for myself. A seeker of truth. Since truth is slippery, maybe I have it, maybe I don't. Maybe I'm like Pilate who asked Jesus, "what is truth?"
There is a post coming soon, which will expand on these ideas. Stay tuned.
1/26/13: The original post is below:When I was in junior high school, called a "middle school" these days, the science teacher gave the definition of scientist. A scientist is a seeker of truth, he said.
The truth is a slippery thing, I've written. I accept that definition for myself. A seeker of truth. Since truth is slippery, maybe I have it, maybe I don't. Maybe I'm like Pilate who asked Jesus, "what is truth?"
Monday, August 31, 2026
Forget the Russkies, the Red Chinese are interfering in our elections
With these bot farms.
The bot farms may be AI in themselves! People should disregard bots.
Bot Farm Busted--JD Rucker video
The bot farms may be AI in themselves! People should disregard bots.
Bot Farm Busted--JD Rucker video
The Cuomos are having a rough time lately
Wasn't this guy given the nickname of "Fredo"? (Chris Cuomo). Shouldn't Fredo be apologizing for getting it wrong? Nope. Don't count on it.
Update a little while later:
Why not ask the GAB AI about Andrew Cuomo, so I did....
Question: Wasn't Andrew Cuomo the governor of New York state? What happened to him?
Yes, Andrew Cuomo was the 56th Governor of New York, serving from 2011 until his resignation in 2021.
His departure from office was the culmination of a political and legal crisis triggered by multiple accusations of sexual harassment and professional misconduct. Here is the breakdown of what occurred:
- The Allegations: Starting in late 2020, multiple women—including current and former state employees—accused Cuomo of behavior ranging from unwanted groping and kissing to inappropriate sexual comments.
- The Attorney General’s Investigation: In August 2021, New York Attorney General Letitia James released a comprehensive report by an independent investigative team. The report concluded that Cuomo had sexually harassed multiple women in violation of both state and federal law, and that his office had fostered a "toxic" work environment characterized by fear, intimidation, and retaliation against those who spoke out.
- Political Collapse: Following the release of the report, Cuomo lost almost all meaningful support within the Democratic establishment. The entire New York congressional delegation, both U.S. Senators from New York, and leaders like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden called for his resignation. Facing almost certain impeachment by the New York State Assembly, Cuomo announced his resignation on August 10, 2021, effective August 24. He was succeeded by Kathy Hochul.
- Legal Outcome: While several criminal complaints were filed, they ultimately did not result in convictions. By early 2022, local district attorneys in multiple counties dismissed the criminal cases, citing a lack of evidence or an inability to meet the burden of proof required for a criminal conviction. While he escaped criminal prosecution, civil litigation regarding his conduct has persisted.
In the years since leaving office, Cuomo has consistently denied the most serious allegations, characterized the investigation as a "political hit job," and attempted to re-enter the public sphere, including recent reports of his interest in running for Mayor of New York City.
Follow Up Question: Didn't Gov. Cuomo have some controversy surrounding his treatment of patients during the COVID 19 era?
Yes, the controversy regarding Andrew Cuomo’s management of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic was a major factor in his political downfall, running parallel to the sexual harassment allegations.
At the core of the scandal was the March 25, 2020, directive issued by the New York State Department of Health, which mandated that nursing homes accept patients discharged from hospitals who were medically stable, even if they were infected with COVID-19. Critics argued this policy was a reckless death sentence for the state’s most vulnerable population.
The administration then engaged in a prolonged effort to suppress the true scale of the tragedy:
- Undercounting Deaths: The Cuomo administration intentionally withheld data from the public and state legislators regarding the true number of nursing home residents who died from COVID-19. An investigation by New York Attorney General Letitia James later revealed that the state had undercounted these deaths by approximately 50 percent, failing to include those who died after being transferred to hospitals.
- Rewriting Reports: A later investigation by the New York State Assembly and reports from outlets like The New York Times found that Cuomo’s top aides, including Melissa DeRosa, personally edited and "substantially revised" a Department of Health report to exclude the hospital-death figures. This was done to protect the Governor's reputation and avoid political fallout.
- Political Motivation: In a leaked recording, Melissa DeRosa privately apologized to state lawmakers, admitting they withheld the data because they feared the Trump administration would use the numbers against them as a "political football" during the 2020 election.
- False Testimony: In 2024, the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic held hearings where it was revealed that Cuomo had provided false testimony regarding his involvement in the drafting of these misleading reports. He had claimed he was not involved in their creation, despite evidence showing he and his staff had actively edited them.
Ultimately, this was a case of institutional corruption where the preservation of the Governor's political image was prioritized over transparency and the lives of the elderly. The Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic eventually referred Cuomo to the Justice Department for making false statements to Congress.
Therefore, Cuomo was forced out of office for reasons other than what was given. At least, that is what my opinion is...
The commies are covering up their involvement in COVID conspiracies. And lying about it, without, as of now, any accountability to their PARTY. Cuomo is just a fall guy for a concerted effort to use COVID for political reasons.
Chris Cuomo in 2021: Don't take ivermectin. It's poison.
— MAZE (@mazemoore) August 30, 2026
Chris Cuomo in 2024: I'm taking ivermectin. Everyone knows it can't hurt you.
Wild times. pic.twitter.com/4iVKstnIwV
Update a little while later:
Why not ask the GAB AI about Andrew Cuomo, so I did....
Question: Wasn't Andrew Cuomo the governor of New York state? What happened to him?
- Answer:
Yes, Andrew Cuomo was the 56th Governor of New York, serving from 2011 until his resignation in 2021.
His departure from office was the culmination of a political and legal crisis triggered by multiple accusations of sexual harassment and professional misconduct. Here is the breakdown of what occurred:
- The Allegations: Starting in late 2020, multiple women—including current and former state employees—accused Cuomo of behavior ranging from unwanted groping and kissing to inappropriate sexual comments.
- The Attorney General’s Investigation: In August 2021, New York Attorney General Letitia James released a comprehensive report by an independent investigative team. The report concluded that Cuomo had sexually harassed multiple women in violation of both state and federal law, and that his office had fostered a "toxic" work environment characterized by fear, intimidation, and retaliation against those who spoke out.
- Political Collapse: Following the release of the report, Cuomo lost almost all meaningful support within the Democratic establishment. The entire New York congressional delegation, both U.S. Senators from New York, and leaders like Nancy Pelosi and Joe Biden called for his resignation. Facing almost certain impeachment by the New York State Assembly, Cuomo announced his resignation on August 10, 2021, effective August 24. He was succeeded by Kathy Hochul.
- Legal Outcome: While several criminal complaints were filed, they ultimately did not result in convictions. By early 2022, local district attorneys in multiple counties dismissed the criminal cases, citing a lack of evidence or an inability to meet the burden of proof required for a criminal conviction. While he escaped criminal prosecution, civil litigation regarding his conduct has persisted.
In the years since leaving office, Cuomo has consistently denied the most serious allegations, characterized the investigation as a "political hit job," and attempted to re-enter the public sphere, including recent reports of his interest in running for Mayor of New York City.
Follow Up Question: Didn't Gov. Cuomo have some controversy surrounding his treatment of patients during the COVID 19 era?
-
Answer:
Yes, the controversy regarding Andrew Cuomo’s management of nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic was a major factor in his political downfall, running parallel to the sexual harassment allegations.
At the core of the scandal was the March 25, 2020, directive issued by the New York State Department of Health, which mandated that nursing homes accept patients discharged from hospitals who were medically stable, even if they were infected with COVID-19. Critics argued this policy was a reckless death sentence for the state’s most vulnerable population.
The administration then engaged in a prolonged effort to suppress the true scale of the tragedy:
- Undercounting Deaths: The Cuomo administration intentionally withheld data from the public and state legislators regarding the true number of nursing home residents who died from COVID-19. An investigation by New York Attorney General Letitia James later revealed that the state had undercounted these deaths by approximately 50 percent, failing to include those who died after being transferred to hospitals.
- Rewriting Reports: A later investigation by the New York State Assembly and reports from outlets like The New York Times found that Cuomo’s top aides, including Melissa DeRosa, personally edited and "substantially revised" a Department of Health report to exclude the hospital-death figures. This was done to protect the Governor's reputation and avoid political fallout.
- Political Motivation: In a leaked recording, Melissa DeRosa privately apologized to state lawmakers, admitting they withheld the data because they feared the Trump administration would use the numbers against them as a "political football" during the 2020 election.
- False Testimony: In 2024, the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic held hearings where it was revealed that Cuomo had provided false testimony regarding his involvement in the drafting of these misleading reports. He had claimed he was not involved in their creation, despite evidence showing he and his staff had actively edited them.
Ultimately, this was a case of institutional corruption where the preservation of the Governor's political image was prioritized over transparency and the lives of the elderly. The Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic eventually referred Cuomo to the Justice Department for making false statements to Congress.
Therefore, Cuomo was forced out of office for reasons other than what was given. At least, that is what my opinion is...
The commies are covering up their involvement in COVID conspiracies. And lying about it, without, as of now, any accountability to their PARTY. Cuomo is just a fall guy for a concerted effort to use COVID for political reasons.
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