We’re only one week into Donald Trump’s presidency, but what a week. He may still be an outsider, but this time the outsider knows how the system works.
Freedom, first-principles thinking, and leadership are emerging in ways we’re unaccustomed to. It’s glorious. But also confusing if you don’t know what you’re seeing. Here’s a mental framework to carry throughout this administration.
Trump and His Many Memes
The broader theme in President Trump’s approach is using bold and unconventional methods to advance American strength and influence. A master negotiator, he’ll often stake an extreme position—one he’d likely be satisfied with if it ever came to pass. However, the position is more often a calculated starting point for negotiations. By holding firm, he reframes the discussion entirely, bringing the newly defined topic to the forefront of public discourse. We saw this play out with Greenland when, on January 11th, its leader, Mute Egede, said he’s prepared to negotiate with Trump about the territory’s future. Do we need to own Greenland? No. What is necessary for the geopolitical security of the U.S. is to control Greenland. And that’s now firmly on the table for serious consideration.
Greenland’s location between North America and Europe makes it a linchpin for Arctic strategy and provides a strategic military and economic vantage point over the Arctic shipping lanes that are becoming increasingly important as polar ice melts. The island’s rare earth minerals are vital for technology and defense industries. Whoever controls Greenland controls a critical component of the 21st-century geopolitical chessboard.
Trump’s penchant for trolling—whether suggesting the purchase of Greenland, making Canada a state, renaming the Gulf of Mexico, reclaiming the Panama Canal, or launching his namesake meme coins—isn’t random. It’s a calculated strategy that aligns with his identity as a negotiator and his pursuit of the best “deal” for America. Of course, the showman in him occasionally insists on stealing the spotlight. […]
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At Last, a Company With Integrity in the Gold IRA Industry
For several years, I’ve been vetting out precious metals companies in search of the best. I believe in gold and silver but it’s hard to find integrity in the Gold IRA industry. The vast majority operate with shady tactics and gigantic spreads that take advantage of Americans who simply want to protect their life’s savings.
I’ve found a handful that I like and I’ve worked with some of them. By no means would I “unrecommend” them because, again, I vetted them out and found them to be above the fold. Unfortunately, it isn’t hard to be better than the rest when the rest are so darn awful.
After years of searching, I finally found a company that truly operates with integrity. Augusta Precious Metals has three important attributes that set them far above the competition:
- Non-Commissioned Sales Team: I cannot stress how important and unique this is. With just about every other company in the Gold IRA industry, the sales teams make commission from every account they open. This means they steer their clients toward the gold and silver products with the highest commission. With Augusta Precious Metals, the team is solely focused on putting the best gold and silver for their clients into their IRA. They get paid to serve the best interests of the Gold IRA client, NOT their own commission pay.
- Incredibly Low Fees: Most Americans would be shocked if they knew the spread other Gold IRA companies charge. Augusta charges just 5% versus up to 45% elsewhere.
- No Pressure, No Gimmicks: There’s an understanding among most in the Gold IRA industry that fear and pressure is the way to go. Augusta Precious Metals takes a sober approach when working with clients because they hold integrity in the highest possible regard. This is why they don’t offer gimmicks like “free” or “bonus” silver. It’s also why they do not apply pressure tactics to get quick sales. Their educational and transparent approach to doing business is exceedingly rare in the Gold IRA industry.
