“Thus, it should be understood that when pro-US figures use the term, 'rules-based international order,' they are not referring to anything analogous to the rule of law. Quite the opposite, they are using Orwellian language to describe a system in which essentially no rules can be established and/or observed, given that the dominant state has the prerogative to violate and/or rewrite “rules” at its whim.” Aaron Good, American Exception
Gold and silver were lower.
The Dollar fell closer to the 92 handle.
We had quite the weather event, with the remnant of Tropical Storm Ida dumping eight inches of rain on our area.
We are fortunate to live on high ground. South of here along the Raritan river the flooding was catastrophic.
It's always something.
Here's looking at you, kid.
Have a pleasant evening
