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Prophetic Words From a 70s Rock Band

For those of you old enough to remember The Doobie Brothers, you may remember some of their prophetic words.   I’m referring to their fourth album titled “What Were Once Vices are Now Habits.”   The album title reflected the changing lifestyle from the Hippie movement of the 1960s. (Peace, Love, Sex, Drugs and Rock ‘n Roll, etc.) Ironically (or NOT) by 1974 the “vices” of the 60s became habits for the young Hipsters, who, as fate would have it, are many of today’s leaders. Unfortunately, these “leaders” didn’t learn much from that era. Because back then we had the Arab Oil Embargo that began in 1973. It crippled many petroleum-based industries and sent us into a deep recession. And the embargo targeted nations that were perceived as supporting Israel during the Yom Kippur War. It eventually led to the US cutting a deal with the Saudis (via Henry “Heinz” Kissinger) to sell all their oil in dollars. And it was the genesis of the “Petro-Dollar.” It was also the launchpad of the vice of corruption among the oil producing countries and the US. Translation:  If you wanted oil, you had to pay in dollars. Period 50 years later, the habits of corruption have peaked. Massive changes in the oil industry continue to shake up the status quo…and they seem to be flying “under the radar.” I’m referring to the Saudi’s transition from selling oil in dollars to cutting deals with China, Russia and Iran to sell oil in Yuan, Rubles and Rials.  ** (** Note: The last two countries that tried to sell their oil “outside of the dollar” were Iraq and Libya…and we know what happened to them)     Prophetic Words They’re also negotiating the sale of oil in gold. (Another good reason to own some gold.) And as much as the US thinks they can stop this trend…they simply can’t stop it. But YOU can profit from it. Learn how in our April issue of “…In Plain English to learn more (HERE). Otherwise, you may end up like another Doobie Brothers song “What a Fool Believes.” Share this with a friend…especially if they’re a Boomer and remember The Doobie Brothers. Remember: We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Sunday Funnies, If You're Not Offended...

Welcome back to this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies, where we finally made it through the first quarter of the Political Chaos of 2023. And the madness we witnessed this past week continues to confirm what we’ve been saying for the last several years about the accelerating Loss of Confidence in Government *…on a global scale. (* Another good reason to own some gold) Starting with the corpulent – a nice way of saying fat ass – NY DA, Alvin Bragg’s indictment of Trump, we’ve announced to the world that we are no different than most Banana Republics who arrest their political adversaries. This is by no means a joke, as some liberals would have you to believe. And if you study history, you’ll see that “WE the People” are next. These actions are confirmations of what we’ve also been saying for several years: This is not a battle of left vs right.  Nor is it Democrat vs Republican.  This is a Battle of Good Vs Evil. Ironically (or NOT) the Political Chaos of 2023 is getting to the point of madness and we’ve only finished the first quarter. So, with that in mind we’ve decided to dedicate the balance of today’s Sunday Funnies to silly, goofy, and juvenile style memes to hopefully put a smile on your face. And, more importantly, take some of the focus away from the distractions de jour that the Presstitutes shove in your face 24/7. And that’s precisely why we publish the Sunday Funnies. You see, we use our funnies/memes/cartoons to counter the madness and frustration that accompanies Turbulent Times. Because when it is all said and done, we all need to laugh every now and then. Why? Laughter is good for your soul. And it’s healthy to be a bit silly…especially in the face of fear mongering, medical tyranny, and especially the threat of WWIII. It’s all the more reason why we won’t apologize…especially if our Funnies just happen to hurt some Progressive/Socialist/Communist/Globalist’s feeeellwwings. And please remember: The Sunday Funnies are not just about our nations bizarre state of politics/finance/beliefs. It’s about awareness of what’s happening in the world that we choose to poke fun at. And, if our funnies/memes/cartoons/etc. provide you with a laugh or two – and/or open your eyes to some stark realities – then we consider that a victory. So, when things tend to get a bit overwhelming, we believe it’s best to remember that Humor is Waaaayyyyy better than Hatred…which is contrary to what the world wants you to believe. And we hope you see the Sunday Funnies as a refreshing oasis in the middle of a parched, dry, and increasingly dark world that we’re living in. As always, we remind you:  As difficult as things might appear, Evil Always Overplays its Hand…And Righteousness Prevails. Thanks again for joining us on this crazy journey we’re on and remember America Was Built by the Brave, Not by the Fearful… ******************************** Specifically for Cat Lovers   ************************************** For Dog AND Cat Lovers…     ************************************* At First You Might Not CAT-ch This One     *********************************** Do Not Look at This Meme if You’re Offended by Vegan Violence     ************************************ What Kids Really Think About Drag Queen Shows   ************************************* When the Peep Becomes the Perp…   *************************** What Engineers and Car Designers Talk About When Building New Cars…   ************************************* When Your Adventuresome Friends say, “Let’s Go On a Tandem Parachute Ride,” They Said…”It Will Be Fun”…They said. ************************************ As We Get Older, Here’s Something We Can All Relate to…     ********************************* Who Would’ve Thunk it?But it Was Surprisingly True     ************************************** Philosophy That Makes You Thin WTF!   ******************************** Chinese Spy Balloons are Reappearing…   *********************************** Robert “Bob” Keeshan aka Captain Kangaroo       **************************************** The Challenge of Getting Into Medical School…     ***************************************** From the Latest “Unsolved Mysteries”   ************************************** If You’re Still Wondering What Happened to John Fetterman?   *************************************** When You Need to Have an Outlet     **************************** From the “Strange But True” Series…   ******************************* Power Shortages in California…   ********************************** When Boomer Girls Meet Up in a Nursing Home   ********************************** In Case You Missed it…the Real Meaning of “Smart-Phone” is…   ******************************** When Smart Teachers Use the “Bible” Resulting from Mandates About History…   ************************************** Shortcircuited  *********************************** When Journalists Tell the Truth… ************************************** Easter Will Be Here Soon So…   **************************** Proof that “Sanctions Never Work”     ************************** It Wouldn’t Be “The Sunday Funnies” Without a Meme About Guns   *********************************** And Another Friendly Reminder About Guns   *********************************** When the Votes Are Legitimately Counted…     ******************** What to Expect Before the Next Election ******************************************* No Surprise Here *************************************** The Effect of Watching Mainstream News ************************************ ************************************     That’s all for this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies. Unless, of course, you want to see more risqué and/or NSFW memes… you can find them (HERE). And throughout the Political Chaos of 2023, you can rest assured we’ll poke fun at many of the headline grabbers every weekend, as usual. As always, we hope you enjoy our memes/cartoons/rants etc. and that they bring a smile to your face. We love to hear your comments so keep ‘em coming. And although the world seems pretty dark these days, we encourage you to see why you have a lot to hope for in 2023 and beyond (HERE). In the meantime, be sure to share these funnies with friends and family members. Caution: They may get offended. But remind them…It’s important to laugh together and laugh often. And be sure to tell them…   We’re Not Just About Finance…but we use finance to give you hope.   See You Next Sunday…   Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. 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Saturday Rant...Rant THIS

It’s probably fitting that this week’s rant is all about ranting on April fools’ day. Because you just can’t make this stuff up. And we’ve been overwhelmed with rants and memes about the bizarro world that’s raising its ugly head this past week. Namely: A Trans Shooter along with a “Trans Day of Vengeance” The indictment of Donald Trump The ongoing narrative of “It’s the guns fault” As a result, Rant THIS is a sampling of what we’ve seen and wish to share with you. Think of it as an angry version of the Sunday Funnies. So, without further ado, here’s: Rant THIS… About the Nashville Shooter… ******************************** *********************************** Who Is Under Threat? “Day of Vengeance” Sounds Quite Threatening ************************************** ************************************** **************************************** The Release of Jacob Chansley – After Footage Proved He Committed No Crime on Jan 6 – Sparked Protests From a Different Kind of Insurrection **************************************** In The Past Week Alone… ****************************** Die Hard to the Rescue… ****************************** When a ‘Hate Crime’ Doesn’t Get Called a “HATE CRIME” *************************************** And About the Trump Indictment… ****************************** *************************** ******************************* ************************* ********************************* Many thanks to all of you RANTERS out there and for sending in your excellent RANTS/Memes etc. As always, if you – our Dear Readers – have a rant you’d like to share then please send it to us. You never know whose life will be affected by it. And if you want to see some NSFW rants then go (HERE). Remember:  We’re Not Just About Finance. But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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We Are Now a 3rd World Nation

The indictment of former President Donald Trump is reason enough to believe that we are now a 3rd world nation. And, unfortunately, there is no coming back from this moment. Last week we said: “This will mark a dark moment in American history and will undermine whatever trust remains in our electoral system itself.” As a result, we have crossed the Rubicon with this indictment of Trump. And this desperate attempt to try to damage his credibility – to prevent him from running for president – has degraded the American justice system to the level of a Banana Republic. This is even more corrupt than the Ukrainian government… which routinely imprisons political adversaries. For some reason, the Boyz/Neocons in the District of Caligula think this will reduce Trump’s chances of running. But…and this is a Very VERY BIG BUTT… They Are Seriously Wrong…And This Will Be a Major Game-Changer in Politics WHY? This is like opening Pandora’s box…and watching the demons fly. Becoming A 3rd World Nation And it means that Biden and his entire family could be indicted while he’s president. Because from the get go, Hunter’s laptop and the Biden’s bank records are grounds for impeachment and removal from office. So, thanks to this very dangerous precedent against Trump, don’t expect any mercy for the O’Bidens when it comes to their indictment. The law states:  Article II, Section 4: The President, Vice President and all civil Officers of the United States, shall be removed from Office on Impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors. Thomas Jefferson said it best: “Whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute new government...”  ~Thomas Jefferson~ Even Elon Musk commented on March 18th, “If this happens, Trump will be re-elected in a landslide victory.” In the meantime, all hell will break loose. Because too many crazy things are happening around the world simultaneously…and we haven’t even begun the 2nd  quarter of The Political Chaos of 2023. Tighten your seatbelt, folks. It’s only going to get crazier from this point on. Which is also why we remind you that we’re still in TheMost Hated Bull Market In History. And you need to prepare to take advantage of it even as we see Civil War in America closing in fast. Learn how to prepare (HERE). And share this with a friend – even if they think “it won’t happen here” – because it already has. They’ll thank YOU later. Remember:  We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ********************************   Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Putin Putting Nukes in Belarus?

Just over one month ago, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko hinted about letting Putin putting nukes in Belarus. His reasoning? In response to threats from Ukraine, Lukashenko had this to say: "I am ready to fight with the Russians from the territory of Belarus in only one case: If even one soldier comes onto the territory of Belarus to kill my people,"he told a news conference, according to state-run Belta news agency. "If they commit aggression against Belarus, the response will be the most severe, and the war will take on a completely different nature," he added. Belarus has been under attack via US and EU sanctions for the role it's played thus far in assisting the Russian invasion. But, one month later, we’re hearing about Putin putting nukes in Belarus. And back then we saw the headline… The West's hardest task in Ukraine: Convincing Putin he's losing ~CNN, February 16 2023~ Why Nukes in Belarus? Putin sought to justify the ultra-provocative move as something necessary to counter NATO: "We are doing what they have been doing for decades," Putin said. And he’s referring to Turkey which lies just across the Black Sea from Russia's south. In case you missed it, the US, and thus NATO, has kept tactical nukes in Turkey for decades, part of a "nuclear sharing" policy with allies. So now The New York Times reports, Putin said nukes could be stationed in Belarus as early as the summer.   Hmmm? Tit for tat? Ironically (or NOT) even if Russia were to transfer some of its warheads, it wouldn’t substantially change the nuclear threat posed by Russia. Why? They can already target a vast range of territory from inside its own borders… according to the Times.   And again, it's long been the case that US tactical nukes are hosted in European countries, which Moscow has long condemned. But, let’s say the Neocon/Russian haters – who have infiltrated the White House – are right about Putin which they’re using to justify WW3. As a result, here’s what we face. Russia may not win, but they will not be defeated. Mutual annihilation of themselves and their enemies is an option, but defeat is not. Pulling the trigger and hoping the hammer falls on an empty chamber of a gun is a Russian game, and we are fools to play it. So, explain to me how our creating, funding, and then exacerbating an intramural squabble/Proxy War remotely benefits us? But Noooooo! The Neocons in DC won’t consider a ceasefire. READ: Ceasefire is “Unacceptable?” March 21, 2023 This begs the question: How are you prepared to deal with WW3? Read our April issue of “…In Plain English” (HERE) to learn what history tells you to do.   And share this with a friend…especially if they think that Ceasefire is Unacceptable. They’ll thank YOU later. We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ************************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Our States Are Doomed to Break Up

Following the footsteps of many South American countries, it appears our states are doomed to break up. Huh? The time-honored tradition of South American governments – when one party displaces another in a national election – is becoming a reality with the liberals here in the USA. A short list of the countries imprisoning their former presidents includes (but is not limited to): Brazil Ecuador Bolivia Chile Peru Colombia Argentina Venezuela In each case, the Socialists in office today have doomed their nations to be pulled under by the corruption that’s so deeply embedded in their culture. Cue up:  The Neocons in the District of Caligula who continue to scream the narrative of “ARREST TRUMP!” In perspective, we’re no different. Biden’s “election” and subsequent mid-terms has assured that no serious challenger can ever emerge. Locking up your opponent now has become part of their playbook. However, in the case of Trump they’ve failed every time…and will continue to fail.       Doomed to Break Up As a result of the leftists ongoing witch hunt, we expect that many states will eventually secede from America. Why? In case you missed it, Zelensky wants to imprison Ukraine’s former president indefinitely pending a rigged trial for corruption. In addition, he (Z) has become a disgrace to Ukraine because it has been clearly established there is NO accountability for any money handed to him. Ironically (or NOT) it has been established that Zelensky has been stashing money offshore.       And we believe, any American politician who votes to give money to Ukraine should be removed from office…because they are probably tainted as well. Translation:   The O’Biden Administration – which owed him the Midterm elections for being the 2nd largest donor via the money laundering scheme of FTX – will try to force a cancellation of the 2024 Presidential elections. READ: Is This Our Last Legit Election November 7, 2022 Think it can’t be done? Think again…and look at Venezuela as the blueprint. In the process, watch and see how this will also be swept under the rug to protect the corruption that has consumed governments. It’s hard to imagine even thinking that seceding from America may be our only hope. But it’s looking more real amidst the Political Chaos of 2023. And you need to take certain steps to protect yourself from the blowback into the financial markets. Learn more about it (HERE). And share this with a friend…especially if they don’t realize how corruption in the District of Caligula is out of control. They’ll thank YOU later. We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. *************************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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March Madness and March Chaos

Even if you’re not a college basketball fan you’ve probably seen some of the March Madness and March Chaos during this year’s NCAA tournament. The kids are having a blast and the fans are loving it. And that’s how it should be. However, the March Madness and March Chaos in the global markets has been every bit as wild. But most people remain clueless. And most people aren’t paying attention to what’s really going on. Cue up:  The Sovereign Debt Crisis. We’ve been hollering about this for several years. READ: $280 Trillion Debt for the Global Reset  November 30, 2020 But now it’s manifesting in real time with two of Europe’s biggest banks – Credit Suisse (CS) and Deutsche Bank (DB) living on life support. And this is in addition to the dominoes falling (starting with SVB) in American banks. Ironically (or NOT) our warnings still seem to fall on deaf ears. Maybe it’s because people actually believe, when the Boyz responsible for this mess say: “I’m Shocked, I tell you…Shocked. Who Could’ve foreseen this happening?”  And they somehow think everything will be fixed. Or Maybe they don’t want to believe that the financial crisis we’re in could make the 2008 meltdown look like a picnic. Or Maybe, JUST MAYBE the sheeple have become so thoroughly conditioned (From Covid Lies/Brainwashing) that they’ll believe anything Wall Street’s bought-and-paid-for media presstitutes shoves in their face. That may not be what you want to hear…but it’s the truth. “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” ~John 8:32~ March Madness and… The March Madness we’ve seen in the markets has been a great distraction from issues such as…but not limited to: FTX Money Laundering Scandal O’Biden’s Classified/Declassified Documents Ukraine is losing the war and desperate for more $$ O’Biden increases Sanctions against CHINA Total disregard for how rising interest rates has destroyed most banks balance sheets. And the Boyz like it that way. Why? So you don’t see what they’re doing behind the curtain. Ironically the March Madness for men’s basketball ends in the first weekend in April. But you can rest assured that March Madness for the global markets will continue to devolve into March Chaos in April. Contrary to what most people believe we’re still in The Most Hated Bull Market in History. So be sure to read the April edition of “…In Plain English” (HERE) to learn how to profit from the March Madness and March Chaos. Share this with a friend…especially if they’re watching the basketball March Madness. They’ll thank YOU later. We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ******************************** Bank Version of "Safe and Effective" Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Too Big to Save?

In the past the notion that Major Banks were “Too Big To Fail” has morphed into “Too Big to Save.” Cue up:�� Credit Suisse (CS) AND Deutsche Bank (DB) of Germany. First Credit Suisse last week supposedly bailed out by the investment group UBS for $3.2 Billion. But was it a bailout or merger? This will inevitably be a lead weight on UBS adding to their eventual demise. Why? They will be crushed with losses and lawsuits that will be far more than the $3.2 Billion price tag. And most people don’t realize that the Swiss banking debt is 5X bigger than their GDP. Huh? But the real elephant in the room is Germany’s Deutsche Bank (DB), who, like Credit Suisse has been on life support for years. Before the 2008 crisis DB was trading at $145 per share. Today it’s $9.40. Way Too Big to Save So, the main reason most banks in Europe – like DB and CS – are Too Big to Save is because the European Central Bank (ECB) lowered interest rates to ZERO and later to NEGATIVE in 2014. This put them on the course of no return of which they will never recover. And by 2019 we faced our REPO Crisis when suddenly, (September 2019) US banks refused to deal with European banks. In October 2019 we wrote: Recently there’s been a monumental increase in volatility in REPO’s. Why? One word. Europe. No one wants to buy their debt. It’s toxic. And it will be the first major domino to fall in the bond market in the near future. READ:The Coming Debt Crisis vs the Average PersonOctober 29, 2019 So, we’re not saying we told you so…check that. Yes, we are. But it was obvious to those paying attention that the politicians in Europe (COUGH! Merkel, COUGH! COUGH!) were caught in a Catch 22. Merkel refused to help any of the Greek banks. So, when DB got in trouble, she was forced to state that they would NOT bail out Deutsche Bank. This marked the beginning of our REPO Crisis. READ: Why Banks Don’t Trust Banks (HERE) As a result of our REPO crisis, no US bank would take any counter-party risk with a European bank if their government would let them collapse. IT GET WORSE. But we don’t have time to explain it in a short email. Instead, be sure to read about how the Boyz are rearranging the deck chairs on the Banking Titanic in our April newsletter (HERE). Share this with a friend...especially if they believe the crap about “our banks are safe.” They’ll thank YOU later. We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ********************************* Too Big to Ignore Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Sunday Funnies, If You're Not Offended...

Welcome back to this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies where this past week we saw yet another version of “Arrest Trump” get bitch-slapped by none other than “The Donald” himself. Ironically (or NOT) it’s hard to keep count of how many times – in the last SEVEN YEARS – the desperate dems have failed to pin their accusations and claims of “This time we got him.” The word Pathetic comes to mind here. And in recognition of their pathetic efforts, we’re posting the winner of this week’s Libtard Award to NY DA Alvin Bragg.        Not to be outdone by the stupidity/vindictiveness of the corpulent Manhattan DA, the Whores-Of-Babble-On Presstitutes did their part of showing their hatred/bias to Trump.       And last week we mentioned how quickly the media’s distractions de jour make us forget events like “What Happened to John Fetterman After He Checked-In (or was forced to check-in) to a mental institution from a potential overdose.” But we now find photos being released of the “New and Improved Fetterman” returning to the public scene…at least that’s what “They” want you to think.       And speaking of distractions de jour causing us to forget important current events, here’s another glaring example of what we mean by “what happened to the following?”       What’s interesting is how the Presstitutes are not mentioning how, in NYC, they’re barricading the areas around the courthouse and DA’s office – where mysterious amounts of pallets of bricks have been delivered – in anticipation of riots/protests.       Suffice it to say that millions of people – who in the past have been silent – are starting to speak out over how they’re sick of being woke. READ: Saturday Rant…Sick of Woke (HERE) All things being equal, we would be remiss if we didn’t mention how the O’Biden Administration is handling the collapsing banking system in America while forcing investment managers to adhere to a “WOKE” standard of investing in their failed “Green Agenda” companies. READ: Is Your Pension Safe from Climate Change (HERE)       And that’s precisely why we publish the Sunday Funnies. You see, we use our funnies/memes/cartoons to counter the madness and frustration that accompanies Turbulent Times. Because when it is all said and done, we all need to laugh every now and then. Why? Laughter is good for your soul. And it’s healthy to be a bit silly…especially in the face of fear mongering, medical tyranny, and especially the threat of WWIII. It’s all the more reason why we won’t apologize…especially if our Funnies just happen to hurt some Progressive/Socialist/Communist/Globalist’s feeeellwwings. And please remember: The Sunday Funnies are not just about our nations bizarre state of politics/finance/beliefs. It’s about awareness of what’s happening in the world that we choose to poke fun at. And, if our funnies/memes/cartoons/etc. provide you with a laugh or two – and/or open your eyes to some stark realities – then we consider that a victory. So, when things tend to get a bit overwhelming, we believe it’s best to remember that Humor is Waaaayyyyy better than Hatred…which is contrary to what the world wants you to believe. And we hope you see the Sunday Funnies as a refreshing oasis in the middle of a parched, dry, and increasingly dark world that we’re living in. As always, we remind you:  As difficult as things might appear, Evil Always Overplays its Hand…And Righteousness Prevails. Thanks again for joining us on this crazy journey we’re on and remember America Was Built by the Brave, Not by the Fearful… ******************************** Some Interesting Biblical References to Today’s “WOKE” Cult…       ************************************* And Speaking of the WOKE Cult…       ************************************ Another California “Oh, the Irony” Meme       ******************************* Maybe It’s Just a Coincidence, But Also in San Francisco…       ************************************* Even the Old Timers of San Fran Realize That Something is Terribly Wrong       ********************************* Not to Be Mistaken With the Streets of San Francisco…       ******************************** More Evidence of How the Neocons Have Taken Control of the White House       ******************************* How Many Boys Out There Relate to This?       *********************************** After Numerous Meetings About How Corporate Culture is Adapting to ‘Wokeness’       ******************************** Sounds Like Something Right Out of Art Linkletter’s TV Show “Kids Say the Darndest Things” Millennials, Ask Your Parents/Grandparents         ************************************* But Some People Need to Be Reminded Every Month…       ************************************ When Your Favorite ‘Tree Hugger’ Boasts About Going Green, Show Them This…       ********************************** And While You’re at it, Show Them This Too…       ************************************* A Good Visual Goes a Long Way Describing The Truth       *********************************** Floridians During the Peak of Spring Break…       ********************************* How Big Pharma Drug Commercials Describe/Conceal Their “Side-Effects”       ********************************* Is Your Morning Coffee Racist?       ********************************* When ‘Woke’ Companies Openly Display Their Prejudice/Hatred/Bigotry       ******************************** For Those Who Actually Believe the Narrative About ‘Our Banks Are Safe’ …       ********************************* Ah, the Good Old Days!  When Guys Like Archie Bunker and Fred Sanford Were Funny and Not Considered Offensive       ********************************** A Friendly Reminder that April 15th is Approaching Soon       ************************************** Experiencing ‘Dad Jokes’ As a Child       *********************************** The Difference Between Birds and Flies…       ********************************** Think of This in Terms of How Much of Your Money O’Biden Has Spent It’s Also What We Mean When We Tell You to  “Do the Math”       ********************************** A Prepper’s Dream                   ************************************ ************************************ That’s all for this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies. Unless, of course, you want to see more risqué and/or NSFW memes… you can find them (HERE). And throughout the Political Chaos of 2023, you can rest assured we’ll poke fun at many of the headline grabbers every weekend, as usual. As always, we hope you enjoy our memes/cartoons/rants etc. and that they bring a smile to your face. We love to hear your comments so keep ‘em coming. And although the world seems pretty dark these days, we encourage you to see why you have a lot to hope for in 2023 and beyond (HERE). In the meantime, be sure to share these funnies with friends and family members. Caution: They may get offended. But remind them…It’s important to laugh together and laugh often. And be sure to tell them… We’re Not Just About Finance…but we use finance to give you hope.   See You Next Sunday… Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. 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Saturday Rant...Sick of Woke

If you’re not sick of Woke or Wokeness by now then you will be after reading this rant. One of the mistakes most people make when dealing with member of the ‘Woke’ Cult is attempting to engage them with logic and rational arguments.   Remember:  These people didn’t reach their world view through logic. They did it through emotion.   So, making fun of them is infinitely more effective…and fun. That’s why we’re turning today’s rant over to a reader who goes by the handle Zuby. Take it away Zuby: Absolutely Sick of Woke Wokeness is either a cult or disease of mental illness. And it’s time for us to start slapping it silly. In the past I never cared if someone was gay…until they started shoving it down my throat. And I never cared what color people were, until they started blaming me for your problems. And I never cared about people’s political affiliation, until they started condemning me for mine. I really never even cared where you were born, until you wanted to erase my history and blame my ancestors for your problems. You know, I never even cared if your beliefs were different than mine…until you said my beliefs were wrong. Furthermore, no one had an issue with drag shows, until you involved kids. And no one had an issue with sex changes, until you involved kids. This is not about LGBTQ rights. It’s about children’s rights. And now I care. And my patience and tolerance are gone. And I know I’m not alone in feeling like this. There are millions of us who feel like this. And it’s because ‘Wokeness’ has invaded every part of our culture…EVERY PART. And now we have a “WOKE” DA from NY – with a history of turning felons back on the street by lowering their crimes to misdemeanors from felonies – who wants to arrest Trump on charges that have been proven false? I hope Trump bitch-slaps that fat assed POS back to George Soros’ lair with all of his other bought-and-paid-for lawyers. Who’s with me here? ****************************** Wow! Thanks Zuby and we believe there are plenty of people out there who agree with you. And thanks for the outstanding meme (see below). As always, if you – our Dear Readers – have a rant you’d like to share then please send it to us.   You never know whose life will be affected by it.   And if you want to see some NSFW rants then go (HERE). Remember:  We’re Not Just About Finance. But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Banking Crisis is Far From Over

Don’t be fooled by puppets like Janet Yellen who say the banks are safe because the banking crisis is Far from over. She also said that small depositors won’t be covered under FDIC insurance which sent the markets in a tailspin on Wednesday. (She quickly reversed her stance on Thursday)       But not only are the banks not safe, we believe we’re in the early stages of what will make the 2008 financial meltdown look like a walk in the park. The reason??? In 2007-2009 the banks we’re overloaded with garbage Mortgage-Backed-Securities (MBS) and suffered huge losses because they couldn’t put a price * on them. (* The financial world calls it mark to market) Here's a Reality check…NOTHING WAS FIXED back then. Instead, the Boyz used a lot of band aids to make things look nicey-nice. But the truth is the banks are still sitting on tons of toxic mortgages. And since then, the FED has provided FREE money for the banks at historical lows…of which they’ve gorged themselves relentlessly. So, look at the stupidity here. Banks bought tons of long term bonds (at super low rates) so they could make loans at a much higher rate while screwing the consumer in the process. But…and this is a very Big Butt… The rate hikes – which coincidentally, or not, began after Russia invaded Ukraine – have crushed the value of their long-term bonds. And guess what? There are no buyers of size for those bonds. Far From Over Meanwhile, the Chinese are simultaneously dumping their Treasury bonds in record numbers. Why? They know the US is forcing WW3 via the proxy war in Ukraine. And before a country gets into the war, they don’t want to be funding their adversary. Why again? The US can suspend payments on the bonds China (or anyone else) owns. So now, the Banksters are looking at a double-edged sword swinging at them…with a fury. READ: Why Banks Don’t Trust Banks  February 24, 2020 So, comparing 2007-2009 to today we see where the crisis back then was based on fraud. But today the debt is US Treasuries getting crushed by rising interest rates…in addition to bad mortgages. They won’t go bankrupt but it is a major liquidity crisis.   And you must understand that this mess has unfolded because too many banks were wrapped up in the ‘WOKE’ culture. As a result, they hired people who were UNQUALIFIED to run risk-management. Sad to say this is what our current government has become. So, if you believe the liars from the District of Caligula then you run the possibility of losing lots of money during this banking crisis. Don’t take the "Banks are Safe" bait! Instead, learn how to prosper AND thrive in Turbulent Times – and avoid losing to the Banksters – in our March newsletter (HERE). And share this with a friend…especially if they keep lots of money in a bank. They’ll thank YOU later. Remember: We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ************************************* Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Desperate Interference in 2024 Election

The recent threats about “ARREST TRUMP” confirm what we believe to be desperate interference in the 2024 election. Cue up:  NY DA Alvin Bragg…       BTW, wasn’t Trump supposed to be arrested/indicted on Tuesday by the George Soros Stooge, Alvin Bragg, DA for Manhattan?       Speaking of stooges, Bragg – with his personal vendetta against Trump – is not only abusing his power, but he is attempting to interfere in the presidential election of 2024.       And that’s all being dictated by Soros. Because by harassing Trump they are trying to make him so toxic they’re hoping that nobody will donate to him. Ironically (or NOT) this has had the opposite effect and has galvanized Trump supporters.   But here’s the problem. Until we (as a nation) understand that Washington DC is so toxic – on both sides…and that the Neocons are in charge – even Donald Trump won’t be able to kick ass. Desperate Interference And the fact that the evil George Soros is funding the toxic waste in the District of Caligula should be confirmation that this is all desperate interference for the 2024 election. Even Fox News reported, George Soros “funneled $40 million dollars into district attorney campaigns nationwide, and now his beneficiaries represent around 20% of Americans.” And that funding includes the POS Alvin Bragg on that list. Meanwhile, the arrogance of the Neocons – trying to dictate to the world – ordering China not to help Russia.   As a result, Xi’s trip to Russia had no other outcome but to support Russia as he called Putin a ‘dear friend’. And now, China is pushing back against U.S. power knowing the real agenda here is to weaken Russia so NATO can invade to destroy Russia once and for all. Neocon’s Wet Dream   This is the Neocon’s dream. And they could care less about the Ukrainian people. Sad to say, the Ukrainian people are going to be slaughtered for the glory of the Neocons. Consequently, the China-Russian alliance is historically a true game changer.  The Neocons have upset the entire world and NEVER do they ever consider what if their judgment was wrong. And that’s why we’ve said how there might not be an election in 2024. READ: Is This Our Last Legit Election?November 7, 2022.  Factor in the possibility of facing a banking crisis – that will dwarf the 2008 meltdown – and you’re looking at a chaotic series of events unfolding in the near future.   And we’re still only in the month of March amidst The Political Chaos of 2023.   So, tighten your seat belts and be sure to read the latest edition of “…In Plain English” (HERE) to learn how to weather the storms. Share this with a friend…especially if they like Trump. They’ll thank YOU later. Remember:  We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. ****************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Is Your Pension Safe From Climate Change?

Something flew under the radar on Monday that should give everyone a reason to wonder if your pension is safe from Climate Change. In case you missed it, our resident Brandon vetoed a bill that would have killed a Labor Department rule on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing. Huh? And the veto has effectively allowed the District of Caligula to seize your pension and expropriate it while directing it to invest in their failed green “Climate Change” agenda. Wait! What? Translation:   “In Plain English” the bill directs encourages Pension Managers to invest in “GREEN” projects for political reasons. That’s like saying they can force your investment manager to invest in criminal enterprises and you can’t do anything about it.   And the fact that it was soooo Unconstitutional that even two Democrat Senators voted with Republicans to overturn the rule on March 1st. But Stinky Joe said, NO with his Veto. This goes beyond Unconstitutional to the point of being down right criminal. Hijacked and Not Safe from Climate Change Has anyone thought to ask: “Has this ever worked in the past?” The answer is a resounding NO!   Because IF they did, they would remember the biggest pension failure in history.   Cue up the California CALPERS,  pension system for state employees, which was directed to invest in “GREEN” projects for political reasons. And they lost bigly.   Ironically (or NOT) they have been trying to cover-up their politically correct investment decisions ever since. In addition to expropriating your pension fund for their agenda this is in clear violation of the “Taking Clause” of the 5th Amendment which states “Nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation.” And what’s really crazy about this is how O’Biden has undermined everyone’s retirement savings by making it illegal to consider risk factors. Not only does that not make good investment sense but it’s outright stupid. Simply stated, these boyz are out of control. As a result of this veto, O’Biden and Democrats will use your retirement funds to fund their radical leftist agenda. IF you haven’t already done so, you should reconsider owning mutual funds, ETF’s and 401k options that limit your investment choices to only funds and ETFs. Why? Your fund/ETF manager may be forced to buy the GREEN garbage and you could end up like all the pensioners from the CALPERS disaster. You will be far safer by owning individual stocks…if your retirement fund allows it. And you’ll be better equipped to profit from The Most Hated Bull Market in History. Learn more about it (HERE). And share this with a friend…especially if they’re loaded up on mutual funds and ETF.s They’ll thank YOU later. Remember: We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Ceasefire is “Unacceptable?”

It’s a sure sign that the Neocons have taken over in the District of Caligula when they say that a Ceasefire is “Unacceptable.” Putin – the alleged evil dictator of Russia – announced “We are open to a cease fire.” Only to be met by the US – the stalwart of peace and global democracy – with a huge “…eff off, Vlad.” Seriously? The USA said that ceasefire in Ukraine is unacceptable. This is extraordinary. And never in my wildest imagination did I expect to see the unhinged hubris displayed by this band of incompetent criminal war mongers (Neocons) in DC. BTW, the U.S. openly antagonizing Russia, China, and Iran simultaneously is neither genius nor stupid. It is a failing strategy…and most likely the most idiotic move in global history.  READ:  Meanwhile, China Continues to Take Copious Notes  March 24, 2022 As a result, the next tier of growing nations are aligning with those “evil regimes” because they offer energy, materials, technology, labor, etc. In other words, real tangible assets.   And this is opposed to the Empire of Chaos method of bombing the crap out of your country and stealing your resources…in the name of democracy. Right about now the only thing the U.S. offers is debt slavery enacted through bribes, color revolutions (Cough! France, Cough! Cough!) and related underhanded CIA tactics. Ironically (or NOT) we’ve gone from “I can’t find Ukraine on a map” to “I will sacrifice my life for them” in just under two years. US says “A Ceasefire in Ukraine is Unacceptable” At probably the height of hypocrisy, we’re saying a ceasefire with Russia is Unacceptable while backing the International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant* to arrest Putin. (* Note:  the ICC has no jurisdiction in Russia, China or the USA confirming that the Neocons have taken over the ICC as well) Question:  When is the ICC going to investigate the horrible atrocities committed by Ukraine? Starting at least as far back as 2014, they have been bombing ethnic Russians in eastern Ukraine. READ:  Putin, Biden, WWIII and the Budapest Agreement March 10, 2022 And now they are torturing and murdering Russian POWs. Where is the sanctimonious west on these crimes? So, how’s this affecting the markets? You might as well call it another distraction de jour because – with the exception of the banking crisis we’re facing – we’re still in The Most Hated Bull Market in History. And if you want to take advantage of it, be sure to read our March edition of “…In Plain English” (HERE). Share this with a friend…especially if they think the USA is still a peace loving nation. They’ll thank YOU later. Remember: We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Trump Arrest OR…

We wonder if the controversy surrounding the supposed Trump arrest or indictment (tomorrow) is legit, or a set up to cause Trump supporters to protest and be arrested. Politics aside an indictment would be a national disaster. Why? It is un-American for the ruling party to use police power to arrest its political rivals...AKA third world politics. This will mark a dark moment in American history and will undermine whatever trust remains in our electoral system itself. Trump has announced the New York Democratic prosecutors are desperate to indict him in hopes of preventing him from running for President. It’s bad enough that people like the Clintons, Bush, Obama, the Bidens, et al, all walk free. But Trump is the one who must be held to account for hush money paid to a whore?   And that’s based on the testimony of a convicted felon? Question:  Has everyone forgotten how Bill Clinton paid $850,000 to Paula Jones to “go away?”    What we’re seeing is how the Empire of Illusion is coming to its inevitable end. The Boyz/Neocons want everyone to see Trump’s mugshot as a way to prevent him from running for president in 2024. And as we fight among ourselves, our enemies will take full advantage of the weakness we have embraced. Don’t take the bait. Trump Arrest and Putin And while the Trump arrest made headlines, the ICC issued a criminal indictment for Putin. However, they have no such jurisdiction by their own authority.  The ICC has become yet another political tool of the Neocons determined to create World War III. But we don’t believe Putin is scared…       Currently there are so many crises occurring that it’s hard to keep track of them.       As a result, there is even a bill being introduced to make it illegal for congressmen and their spouses or family members to be trading on inside information. It is titled: The Preventing Elected Leaders from Owning Securities and Investments (PELOSI) Act. And, No, that’s not a joke. This is all getting to the point where there is no justice anymore.  Because when you have Biden taking money from China and Ukraine – and everyone turns a blind eye – somehow paying hush money to a porn star is far more important to the country? Or, it’s quite possible this distraction de jour is to keep you from the truth behind the recent SVB bank failure.       As a result, the markets look to be in a panic cycle to scare everyone spitless.   Don’t take the bait. Instead, learn how to profit from their evil ways in the March edition of “…In Plain English” (HERE). Share this with a friend…especially if they remember Paula Jones and Bill Clinton’s relationship. They’ll thank YOU later. Remember: We’re Not Just About Finance But we use finance to give you hope. *********************************** Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Sunday Funnies, If You're Not Offended...

Welcome back to this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies where, events that happened this week (Cough! Broke Banks Beginning Bailout Bash, Cough! Cough!) make most people forget that so far in 2023 we’ve already seen…in no particular order: Elon Musk confirms Twitter was an FBI intel op and guilty of censorship RKF Jr. confirms the CIA killed Kennedy Dr. Andrew Huff confirms Covid was a DoD op Dr. Robert Malone confirms Covid Vaccines were a DARPA op Police video released of Paul Pelosi (with no pants on) hanging out with his “hammerboy” friend. 96 food plants have been either damaged or destroyed The price of eggs skyrocketed Gas stoves being banned…       As a result of the distractions de jour we have a tendency to forget many of the other distractions we’ve seen so far in 2023, like: What ever happened to: Biden’s classified docs scandal The FTX scandal Zelensky being honored on the floor of Congress Adam Schiff confirmed he visited Epstein Island 78 times Proof that Fauci and the CDC lied about vaccines CHINESE SPY BALOONS Satanic worship at the Grammys Fetterman checking into (or forced into) a mental institution EAST PALESTINE, OHIO International Women’s Day awarded to a Man…LOL! Billions of dollars of military equipment somehow lost or unaccounted for in Ukraine Tucker Carlson releasing footage showing how Jan 6th demonstrators were tour guided The comedian/pimp/president of Ukraine tells America we need to send our children to fight and die for NATO’s proxy war with Russia Lori Lightfoot lost the Chicago Mayoral election and blamed sexism and racism       Keep in mind we’re still in the month of March And with today’s Bank Collapse season beginning, how many people do you think have forgotten most of what we just pointed out?       Meanwhile, the Presstitutes and cretins from the District of Caligula continue to double down on their efforts to confuse and distract you from what they’re doing. And that, my friends is to lead us into World War 3 to hide the fact that we’re seeing the Global Sovereign Debt Crisis taking place in real time. In summary, I guess you could say “Maybe it’s all a coincidence?” Naaaaahhhhh!       Ironically (or NOT) we were warned well in advance from a man who was silenced by the Neocons/Leftists.       In other breaking distractions news, the Kremlin responds to the ICC issuing a warrant for the arrest of Putin…       And that’s precisely why we publish the Sunday Funnies. You see, we use our funnies/memes/cartoons to counter the madness and frustration that accompanies Turbulent Times. Because when it is all said and done, we all need to laugh every now and then. Why? Laughter is good for your soul. And it’s healthy to be a bit silly…especially in the face of fear mongering, medical tyranny, and especially the threat of WWIII. It’s all the more reason why we won’t apologize…especially if our Funnies just happen to hurt some Progressive/Socialist/Communist/Globalist’s feeeellwwings. And please remember: The Sunday Funnies are not just about our nations bizarre state of politics/finance/beliefs. It’s about awareness of what’s happening in the world that we choose to poke fun at. And, if our funnies/memes/cartoons/etc. provide you with a laugh or two – and/or open your eyes to some stark realities – then we consider that a victory. So, when things tend to get a bit overwhelming, we believe it’s best to remember that Humor is Waaaayyyyy better than Hatred…which is contrary to what the world wants you to believe. And we hope you see the Sunday Funnies as a refreshing oasis in the middle of a parched, dry, and increasingly dark world that we’re living in. As always, we remind you:  As difficult as things might appear, Evil Always Overplays its Hand…And Righteousness Prevails. Thanks again for joining us on this crazy journey we’re on and remember America Was Built by the Brave, Not by the Fearful… ******************************** Speaking of Bank Failures…Credit Suisse is Being Kept Alive on “Life Support” … Maybe it Has Something to Do With Their ‘Woke’ Leadership       *************************************** More Confirmation of the Saying:  “Go Woke and Go Broke”       ************************************* Oh, the Irony of Using Children to Scam the World Over ‘Climate Change’       ********************************** Now That Teenage Climate Expert Greta has Removed From Her Social Media How She Predicted the World Would End By Now Is Now Trying to Establish Credibility.       ******************************* Alas, Whether Credibility is Established We See Greta Singing the Same Song in the Future       ************************************ If This is True (and it is) What Else Are They Hiding From You?       ********************************* When You Realize How Every Emergency Has Led to Increased Taxes…       ******************************** All Along We Know That Our Founding Fathers Were Right About Taxation       ********************************* Speaking of Taxation…Here’s How Banksters Work the District of Caligula ********************************** Not Surprisingly, Stores Are Starting to Display Their Inventory of Easter Candy       ******************************* For Those Who’ve Experienced the Curse of Storing Curry or Spaghetti Sauce in Tupperware        ***************************** From the Theater of the Absurd…       *********************************** More From the “Theater of the Absurd” …If Being Clean and Organized is Racist Then What Does That Say About Certain People?       ************************************ Kids Today Can’t Understand the Struggle…       ********************************* How to Increase Reactions to Your Social Media Posts and/or Memes       ************************************ A Friendly Reminder As to How Liberals Think About Women…       ************************************ As Part of the Distractions Mentioned in the Opening Paragraphs of Today’s Funnies About This Week’s Events…       ********************************* Drum Beats of WW3       ******************************** As a Result, We Can Honestly Say…       ************************************ Remember ‘The Jetsons’? Millennials, Ask Your Parents…       ******************************** Admit it!  You’ve Done This Before…       ******************************** What Unvaxxed Men Have to Look Forward to In the Next Decade       ********************************** Because We Share Similar Interests We’ve Made a Poem for You…       ********************************* Proof that Bacon is Good for Your Spirit Man       ************************************ And Speaking of Proof, the Bible Was First in Proving that Life Begins at Conception       *********************************** How to Annoy Your Friends With the Truth…       ******************************** Relatable…             ************************************ ************************************ That’s all for this week’s edition of the Sunday Funnies. Unless, of course, you want to see more risqué and/or NSFW memes… you can find them (HERE). And throughout the Political Chaos of 2023, you can rest assured we’ll poke fun at many of the headline grabbers every weekend, as usual. As always, we hope you enjoy our memes/cartoons/rants etc. and that they bring a smile to your face. We love to hear your comments so keep ‘em coming. And although the world seems pretty dark these days, we encourage you to see why you have a lot to hope for in 2023 and beyond (HERE). In the meantime, be sure to share these funnies with friends and family members. Caution: They may get offended. But remind them…It’s important to laugh together and laugh often. And be sure to tell them… We’re Not Just About Finance…but we use finance to give you hope. See You Next Sunday… Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article

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Saturday Rant…Broke Bank Bailout Bash

The markets were mixed this week during the Broke Bank Bailout Bash between Wall Street and the District of Caligula. Cue up: Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) collapse and the ensuing banking crisis unleashed by the O’Biden Administration. And after puking from 32,374 on the DOW, down to 31,466 the markets recovered most of the losses from panic selling over the reality of a broke bank bailout bash. Today’s rant is from a 30-year veteran in the banking business who goes by the handle PrettyInPink. So, take it away PIP:   James, you’ve said it many times how the favorite lines used by politicians and professional liars – when caught lying – is “I’m Shocked, I tell you…shocked. Who could’ve foreseen this happening?” And that was never more obvious this past week as bank regulators shunned the real problem and denied any responsibility. The sad truth is most banks are clueless when it comes to risk management. If they were honest (they’re not) they wouldn’t have loaded up on long-term bonds during the peak of low interest rates. Instead, they ignored the risk and now, thanks to inflation, they’re paying the price of their greed/stupidity. What’s even worse is how this has become a double-edged sword thanks to the Neocons in Washington and their blank-check policy to Ukraine. And NO ONE is holding anyone in Ukraine accountable for where our tax dollars are being spent. The bottom line is we not only face a banking crisis from an imploding Sovereign Debt massacre, but we cannot control inflation while funding a proxy war with Russia. Broke Bank Bailout And now the financial panic in banks has forced First Republic Bank and PacWest Bank into a near collapse state only to be bailed out by JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley. But lurking in the background is another elephant named Credit Suisse…trading at $2.02 per share. They’ve been on the ropes for years with all of their exposure to bad mortgages and long-term government bonds. If they go under it will set off an even wider banking panic. The other elephant in the room is now that DC doesn’t want to bailout the banks, they will force the banks into doing Bail-ins. Let’s just hope this doesn’t get worse than the 2008 crisis. You are soooo right when you say how history repeats because the passions of man never changes. BTW, I loved your newsletter article this month on Bailouts vs Bail-ins. …Keep up the great work. **********************************     Thanks, PiP It’s always great to get a perspective from a viable source other than the media Presstitutes. As always, if you – our Dear Readers – have a rant you’d like to share then please send it to us. You never know whose life will be affected by it. And if you want to see some NSFW rants then go (HERE). Remember:  We’re Not Just About Finance. But we use finance to give you hope. ***********************************     Invest with confidence. Sincerely, James Vincent The Reverend of Finance Copyright © 2023 It's Not Just About Finance, LLC, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Read the full article