“We do not believe any group of men adequate enough or wise enough to operate without scrutiny or without criticism. We know that the only way to avoid error is to detect it, that the only way to detect it is to be free to inquire. We know that in secrecy error undetected will flourish and subvert.” –J. Robert Oppenheimer
Classic Whiskey Smash Ingredients 5 to 8 leaves spearmint, to taste 1/4 lemon, cut into 3 pieces 1 ounce simple syrup 2 ounces bourbon whiskey Mint sprig, for garnish Steps to Make It Gather the ingredients. In a cocktail shaker, add the mint and lemon. Muddle thoroughly to release the juices and oils. Add simple syrup, whiskey, and fill the shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: TGIF Open Thread 20230428
https://twitter.com/buitengebieden/status/1650943095381323793 Badlands News Brief - April 26, 2023 Secret Meeting Planned In DC To Discuss 2024 Elections One America News Network Founder Robert Herring Extends Invitation to Tucker Carlson to Become Host on Network in Multi-Million Dollar Offer Tucker can write his own ticket. Stay tuned. He's spending time with his wife for now. Italy … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: Open Thread 20230427
The Best Amaretto Sour INGREDIENTS 1 egg white 3 ounces Amaretto 1.5 ounces bourbon 2 ounces lemon juice 2 teaspoons simple syrup 1 lemon twist 2 brandied cherries optional INSTRUCTIONS Put the egg white in a shaker or ball jar, and give several good shakes to loosen it. Add the remaining liquids and shake again. Add ice to the container and shake or swirl to chill it. … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: TGIF Open Thread 20230421
It's Thursday already? Where does the time go? Starting with Sundance: The Legislative Branch’s Biggest Leaker of Classified Intelligence, Rails Against Small Fry Ability to Leak Classified Pentagon Intelligence The Bloom Is Off The Ruse – President Trump Gains Ten More Florida Republican Congressional Endorsements, DeSantis Has One – Rep Greg Steube Explains Why NIH … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: Open Thread 20230420
Lavender Sapphire Collins Ingredients 1 1/2 ounces gin 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 ounce lavender syrup 3 to 5 ounces club soda, to taste Lemon wedge, for garnish Steps to Make It Gather the ingredients. In a collins glass, add the gin, lemon juice, and lavender syrup. Stir and fill with ice. Top with club soda. Garnish with a lemon wedge. Serve and … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: TGIF Open Thread 20230414
Starting with Sundance: Sea Island Senator Tim Scott Announces 2024 Exploratory Committee The Battle… Ron DeSantis’ 2024 Florida Media Outlet Conducts a Poll – DeSantis Floor Collapses, Donald Trump Promotes DeSantis Poll Badlands News Brief - April 12, 2023 Elbridge Colby Wants to Finish What Donald Trump Started 5th Generation Warfare Is Waged In The … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: Open Thread 20230413
And...we're off! Badlands News Brief - April 4, 2023 “TikTok Bills”: Do Americans Need Big Brother’s Help to Restrict Apps? Former NZ PM Jacinda Starts New Job… Combatting ‘Online Extremism’ Ready Yourself for the 2024 Storms Republicans Need a Tech Manhattan Project Trump gets the Nixon treatment The GOP Has an Obligation to Protect Its … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: Open Thread 20230406
Grand Slam Ingredients 2 ounces Flor de Caña 7-year-old grand reserve rum 1 ounce Gosling’s Black Seal rum 1/2 ounce Pierre Ferrand dry curaçao ancienne methode 1 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed 1/4 ounce grenadine Garnish: orange twist Steps Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into an Old Fashioned … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: TGIF Open Thread 20230331
Today is opening day. https://twitter.com/JABsMusic/status/1641108757517041667 Jeremy really is the organist for both the Cards and the Blues, plus he has a church job. I guess I better find out who made the final squad. https://youtu.be/RGlMEaFzpek Can it be true? JUST IN: Senate Votes 68-23 to End Covid Emergency Most Americans moved on long ago, but … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: Open Thread 20230330
The Green Man 2 oz bourbon 1 oz Cointreau 2/3 oz Fernet Branca 1/4 oz lime juice 3 sprigs mint Muddle mint with the bourbon. Add other ingredients. Shake with ice. Double strain into a glass. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Nose: Mint, orange, bourbon, menthol Palate: Fresh mint to start, orange and bourbon on … Continue reading DEAR MAGA: TGIF Open Thread 20230324