Bill’s Commentary:

“The 2nd Amendment guarantees these assholes cannot take away the 1st…”

Bill’s Commentary:

“No need to “hold your nose;” get your capital out of the system and buy silver, and know that silver is THE cheapest asset on the planet. You will “get paid” for owning it!”

Hold Your Nose, Buy Silver and Wait: A Dire Call for Action

By Michael Quick

In today’s volatile financial landscape, the average silver and gold investor, often referred to as a “stacker,” faces more uncertainty than ever before. The noise from financial experts and analysts recommending precious metals as a safeguard against economic instability is deafening, yet the decision to invest in silver seems harder to act on than ever before. Investors find themselves in a bind, watching as silver prices are manipulated downward despite strong market fundamentals, leaving them questioning whether the system is rigged to break their resolve.

Silver’s Supply Is Vanishing While Demand Soars

The case for silver has never been stronger. Global stockpiles are plummeting, key silver mines are shutting down, and industrial demand continues to skyrocket as modern technologies such as solar panels, electric vehicles, and electronics increasingly rely on silver. Yet, massive purchases by countries like India and China are draining global supplies further, tightening the market. Meanwhile, countries like Russia are moving to include silver in their strategic holdings, signaling its growing importance on the world stage.

Yet, despite these fundamental supply-and-demand imbalances, naked short sellers—investors who bet against silver without holding the physical metal—have relentlessly driven prices down. These manipulative forces have made it impossible for silver’s true value to shine through, leaving stackers in limbo. They’re holding an asset they know is worth more but are forced to watch as its price is repeatedly and artificially smashed down, making it seem like a losing bet. While the price might bounce back, it only does so in days, prior smashes took months to recover. The narrative appears designed to shake out the most dedicated investors.

Stackers Forced to Sell: A Manufactured Crisis?

This Fed’s manipulation comes at a time when inflation is spiraling out of control, eating away at every dollar you hold. Day-to-day living expenses are rising, and those holding onto silver are being cornered into selling their hard-earned metal just to pay the bills. Is this economic crunch a deliberate attempt to force stackers to liquidate their holdings before silver’s true value is unleashed? It certainly seems plausible.

The hard truth is that many silver investors, who understand the metal’s long-term value, are being pushed into a situation where they must choose between paying their bills or holding onto their silver. And this is exactly the kind of environment that could set the stage for a massive silver rally—the kind of event that forces ordinary people to sell their silver at precisely the wrong time, just before prices explode. The fundamentals are there: silver prices may hover around $31 per ounce, but the premiums to obtain physical silver hint at a much higher real value. Once this squeeze plays out, it’s highly probable that silver will skyrocket, leaving those who sold behind.

The Gold-to-Silver Ratio: A Stark Warning

The current gold-to-silver ratio stands at a staggering 85:1—far above its historical average of 50:1. What does this mean? Silver is grossly undervalued compared to gold. With gold currently priced at over $2,650 an ounce and silver lingering at $31, silver is ripe for a massive upward correction. In times of economic turmoil, silver tends to follow gold’s price movements but with much greater volatility. When this ratio corrects, silver stackers could see substantial gains—if they can hold on long enough.

Global Economic Shifts and the Threat to Your Wealth

Adding to this dire situation is the changing global economic order. The BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) are actively exploring a gold-backed currency to challenge the U.S. dollar’s dominance. Should this happen, the demand for gold and, by extension, silver, could skyrocket. Meanwhile, these nations are already moving away from the dollar in a process known as “de-dollarization,” which could lead to inflationary pressures in the U.S. that erode the value of your cash savings.

With inflation already ravaging the economy and bonds barely keeping pace, your purchasing power is dwindling by the day. But what will you do when inflation truly kicks into high gear and owning hard assets like silver becomes the only way to protect your wealth? Unfortunately, many will be unable to act because their financial situation has been intentionally weakened.

The Inevitable Silver Rush

As inflation continues to erode the value of paper currency, physical silver remains one of the few hard assets that can preserve your wealth. Yet, only 0.05% of the population is currently stacking silver. Imagine what will happen to prices when even a small percentage of people realize they need silver to protect themselves. The flood of new buyers will drain stockpiles, sending prices through the roof.

The Urgency to Buy—Even If You Can’t Afford It

This is the moment of truth. The economic system is being set up to break you. If you don’t act now and buy silver, even if it means making financial sacrifices, you risk being left behind. Yes, it might seem impossible to justify another purchase with bills mounting, but the alternative is far worse. By the time the full extent of the financial crisis hits, silver could be out of reach, and those without it will be left to weather the storm with nothing but rapidly depreciating paper money.

In the face of this impending disaster, holding silver is no longer just an investment—it’s a survival strategy. If you wait for the system to collapse and silver’s true value to be revealed, it will already be too late. Hold your nose, buy silver, and wait.

Bill’s Commentary:

“On silver”

These 3 Conditions Must Be Met Before Silver Surges Like Gold

Just two months ago, the precious metals community was growing frustrated with gold after its choppy, lukewarm summer price action. At that time, I kept urging investors to stay patient as I believed that gold was about to break out in multiple non-U.S. currencies, which would result in a powerful surge. Sure enough, that’s exactly what unfolded, and I believe even more gains are ahead. Now, I’m noticing the same frustration with silver, as it has remained stagnant for the past five months. In this article, my goal is to encourage investors to remain patient with silver, as I believe it’s on the verge of a strong breakout, much like gold—once these key conditions are met.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Border security…”

Over 250 Afghan migrants killed in shooting by Iranian border guards

According to Halvash, the report is based on accounts from two Afghan witnesses who saw their compatriots being killed.

The organization shared a video showing the bodies of the victims, stating that these individuals were killed last Sunday night in the border region of Kalgan Saravan.

Halvash cited sources who survived the incident, revealing that the group of migrants consisted of approximately 300 people. Out of this group, only 60 survived, while the rest were either killed or severely injured.

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Bill is interviewed by Commodity Culture (Also posted under Interviews)

Bill’s Commentary:

“Is the American dream even still alive?”

Hardware wholesaler True Value files for bankruptcy, plans sale to rival

Wholesale hardware supplier True Value has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is aiming to be sold by the end of the year to rival Do It Best.

True Value retail stores, which are independently owned and operated, are not part of the bankruptcy, and the wholesaler said it will continue to supply products to those 4,500 locations. The iconic brand has been around for 75 years.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Mental illness has swarmed the nation…”

EXCLUSIVE: Biden-Harris Admin Paves Way For Bureaucrats To Take Gender-Confused Kids From ‘Non-Affirming’ Parents

“Transphobia is child abuse,” Alex Roque, who runs the Ali Forney Center for homeless LGBTQ youth in New York City, asserted on a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) webinar last fall.

In less than three minutes, he cast a vision for completely transforming child protective systems nationwide. Family rejection of a child’s gender identity cannot be dismissed as a personal view, he argued. Non-affirmation must be treated as abuse. “If they were denying them food or denying them access to school or denying other things, there would be headlines,” Roque continued. “There would be prosecution.”

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Bill’s Commentary:

“I’m not sure whether they are panicking more now… or when they will later after seeing the resulting interview?”

Kamala’s Talks to Go on Joe Rogan’s Podcast Show Up Campaign Jitters

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign has opened discussions with Joe Rogan that could see her sit down for an interview with the controversial podcast host who counts an army of impressionable young men among his listeners.

Officials from the Democratic nominee’s campaign met with Rogan’s team this week, according to a report by Reuters.

Harris’ outreach to Rogan suggests a significant shift in her campaign following a panic of sorts among Democrats who worried her previously light, cautious schedule was scuttling her chances in the election.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“I did not read the story because of the ridiculous title. I ask, wasn’t their IQ already low to begin with if they took the shot?”

“Skipping COVID Booster Could Reduce Your IQ”: Vax Propaganda Thrives At LA Times

The LA Times is out with an opinion piece by two Yale professors who suggest that failing to get a COVID booster could reduce your IQ.

Their argument: a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that COVID itself reduces IQ, which “suggests yet another reason to get the vaccine: It may protect your intellect.

Many people regard their ability to reason as a core aspect of their identity; that’s one reason the prospect of dementia is so frighteningThis research suggests that getting your booster may be one way to preserve that ability and promote brain health. If you want to keep solving Wordle or the Saturday crossword, you have an additional reason to get boosted. –LA Times

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Surely this is not the Israel that God biblically blessed?”

Israeli Strike On Northern Lebanon Christian Village Kills at Least 22

On Monday, Israeli warplanes carried out an attack on a small apartment building in the northern Lebanese village of Aitou, in the Christian-majority Zgharta District. At least 22 people have been killed in the attack, according to the Lebanese Red Cross, which also wounded at least eight.

There has been no official comment from the Israeli military on why they attacked the Christian-majority village. That’s not unusual when the Israeli strike doesn’t appear to have had any military target or purpose.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“It is undeniable…”

MTG’s Weather Manipulation Claims Take a Shocking Turn

Marjorie Taylor Greene was actually right when she claimed scientists could alter the weather.

This is not a “conspiracy theory.”

Over 50 countries, including the US, are using cloud seeding and geoengineering to change the weather.

This has been proven true by numerous scientific studies, historical military operations, and active government programs.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Nothing new here, but a very good synopsis/reminder why you own gold and silver in the first place. And yes, silver will outperform gold from the current levels.”

By Michael Quick

And the Fix is in for the Great Gold and Silver Drag Race

For years, large players in the precious metals markets have employed a controversial technique known as naked short selling—selling silver and gold contracts in the futures markets without possessing the physical metals themselves. This strategy seems designed to manage the prices of these metals, with naked shorts often surfacing during the early morning hours when trading volumes are lower. Rather than aiming for profit, these short sellers appear focused on suppressing upward price momentum, especially during reports of rising demand or constrained supply. However, as the physical stockpiles of precious metals dwindle, evidenced by significant drawdowns in the LBMA and Comex vaults, this strategy is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. Savvy buyers are now taking delivery of the metals, whether to repatriate them, reduce exposure to fiat currency and investable debt notes, or invest in what seems to be undervalued silver—considering its historical high of around $50 in 1980 and 2011, compared to its current price around $31. All in all, it’s a no-brainer.

As demand for physical assets escalates and mining output disappoints, above-ground stockpiles continue to tighten. The naked short-selling strategy shows signs of desperation—short sellers cannot cover their positions and can’t suppress the price, hinting that a potential upward correction is on the horizon. Rumors circulate that a failure to deliver could catalyze a significant sentiment and price shift, making the precious metals market increasingly interesting and potentially profitable while other asset classes seem to be peaking or past their sell-by dates.

Imagine this landscape as a thrilling uphill race, where gold serves as the powerful truck, straining against the desirability of paper assets as it ascends, while silver is the agile sports car ready to overtake it. Currently, a double yellow line prevents silver from passing, but it is poised to burst forward at a moment’s notice. Gold, with its long-standing allure as a safe haven, may soon be exposed as a less rare metal leading the charge, especially as overpriced paper assets falter. While gold has attracted investor interest, for a time it has outpaced silver’s price movements, which are waiting for the opportunity to break free from the slow traffic. This makes the current race one of the most interesting in the last 13 years.

For the sixth consecutive year, silver has been in deficit, with high demand from industries such as solar panels and advanced battery technologies leaving its stockpiles in need of replenishment—yet none is available. Unlike gold, which is primarily mined and stored in vaults, silver is actively consumed, enhancing its value and urgency in the market, if it weren’t for ongoing suppression. This growing demand signifies more than just a fleeting trend; it reflects a fundamental shift in how investors are—or will be—perceiving these metals.

As awareness of silver’s critical role increases, so does its monetary value. The pressure mounts for this once-passive competitor to surpass gold in both utility and investability, giving rise to the new reality: if you don’t hold it, you don’t own it. Silver isn’t merely biding its time; it’s gearing up for an explosive surge, preparing to unleash its full potential and then some. With tightening supply and increasing demand, silver stands on the brink of not just following gold but ultimately overtaking it, ready to claim victory as the most valuable metal on Earth.

In this dynamic competition, the paths of gold and silver have diverged from a natural ratio of somewhere between 7 and 15 ounces of silver equaling one ounce of gold to around 85—having even peaked at 124. While gold may currently dominate the market, this race is evolving. It wouldn’t surprise me if we eventually see a flip in this ratio to several ounces of gold for every one ounce of silver. Currently, this may seem unthinkable, but with unpredictable government actions and the time required to bring new supplies online, it could very easily become a reality. As investors increasingly recognize the unique advantages of silver—especially its vital role in technological advancements—the stage is set for silver to leap ahead of gold and continue its ascent. The great gold and silver drag race is far from over; with each passing moment, silver inches closer to its moment of triumph, showcasing that while gold leads the charge, silver is primed to seize the opportunity and win the race.

Bill’s Commentary:

“This ought to be a hoot!”

FOX NEWS CHANNEL’S BRET BAIER TO CONDUCT INTERVIEW WITH VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS ON SPECIAL REPORT THIS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16TH

NEW YORK — October 14, 2024 — FOX News Channel’s (FNC) chief political anchor Bret Baier will conduct an interview with Democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris in the battleground state of Pennsylvania on Wednesday, October 16th. This week’s appearance marks her first formal sit-down interview on the network ever and will air during Special Report with Bret Baier at 6 PM/ET on October 16th. Baier will be anchoring Special Report from Pennsylvania that evening.

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Bill’s Commentary:

As I have said many times before, “be very careful what you wish for!” A world with $100,000 gold and $5,000 silver is probably not a world where you will even find a single restaurant open (nor many other entities) to spend you newly found “winnings” at…

The latest from Erik –

The latest from USA Watchdog –

Bill’s Commentary:

“Flash Gordon!”

Bill’s Commentary:

“This instills confidence!”

Boeing Cutting 17,000 Jobs Amid Labor Strike And Financial Losses

Boeing has announced plans to lay off 17,000 employees as part of a strategy to address mounting financial losses. In a memo to employees, CEO Kelly Ortberg explained that the company is facing serious challenges and that the layoffs are a necessary step to ensure future recovery. “Our business is in a difficult position, and it is hard to overstate the challenges we face together,” Ortberg said.

The layoffs come shortly after nearly 33,000 workers, represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District 751, went on strike. The union rejected Boeing’s offer of a 25% wage increase over the next four years, demanding instead a 40% wage hike. The strike, which has been ongoing for almost a month, is reportedly costing Boeing close to $1 billion per month.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Boots on the ground?”

Biden sends missile system and 100 troops to Israel, deepening U.S. role

The United States is sending one of its most advanced missile defense systems and about 100 U.S. troops to Israel, deepening U.S. involvement in the escalating war in the Middle East amid U.S. expectations of an imminent Israeli assault on Iran.

The mission marks the first significant deployment of U.S. troops to Israelsince the war in Gaza began and comes just three weeks before the U.S. presidential election in which U.S. involvement in the conflict has been a polarizing issue on the campaign trail. U.S. officials have been encouraging Israel to avoid targeting Iran’s nuclear, oil and gas sites out of fear that it could spark an even larger escalation that upends the global economy.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“A very interesting 4 mins. I do believe, CNN doth protest too much!”

Bill’s Commentary:

“Constitutionally illegal!”

Military now authorized to use lethal force on American soil

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Russia’s position that American actually get to hear about! Does it sound crazy to you?”

Lavrov’s Interview With Newsweek Concisely Summarized Russia’s Positions

This might be the first time that average Americans read a top Russian official’s views without a filter.

It’s rare nowadays for Russian officials to give interviews to Western media, both because the first suspect that their words won’t be accurately reported while the second fear being “canceled”, which is why it’s so important that Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov just gave a written interview to Newsweek. He concisely summarized his country’s positions on the Ukrainian Conflict, multipolarity, and the US’ upcoming presidential election, which will be reviewed.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“”Liberal MPs”? What about conservative and Libertarian MPs? Canada should never be Cuba!”

Some Liberal MPs are mounting a new effort to oust Justin Trudeau

Pressure is building on the prime minister and his office as a growing number of anxious Liberal MPs are co-ordinating efforts to force Justin Trudeau to step down as Liberal Party leader, multiple sources have told CBC News.

Disgruntled Liberal MPs held a series of meetings to discuss a path forward for the party since the surprising Toronto-St. Paul’s byelection loss in June.

Those talks accelerated with Parliament’s return and the Montreal byelection loss. They escalated further this week with the prime minister and his chief of staff, Katie Telford, out of the country for a summit in Asia.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“These women did not need to be paid…”

Christians flock to Washington to pray for America to turn to God — by electing Trump

Tens of thousands of evangelical Christians gathered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Saturday to pray for America’s atonement and for Donald Trump’s return to the White House.

Organizers of the event, billed “A Million Women,” described the gathering — and next month’s presidential election — as “a last stand moment” to save the nation from forces of darkness. For hours, the gathered masses sang worship songs, waved flags symbolizing their belief that America was founded as an explicitly Christian nation and prayed aloud for Jesus to intercede on behalf of Trump in November.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“No matter what, life “as we knew it” is gone…”

The latest from Erik –

Bill’s Commentary:

“Not a bad thing to have, part of your preps?”

An Aging Volunteer Service – Is Amateur Radio Still Needed?

As the disaster unfolds in North Carolina, I am reminded of other significant events that have affected entire communities in one form or another. From hurricanes to wildfires, earthquakes, or any other major incident, one thing is getting less and less recognition these days, and that is the amateur radio service.

Yeah, I get it. There is a perception that it’s just a bunch of elderly gentlemen sitting around smoking cigarettes, drinking coffee, listening to the ether, and pounding some morse code to some contact halfway around the world. Or maybe they are repeating CQ CQ CQ into a microphone and listening for a return call. They will spend a bunch of money on equipment, experiment with antennas and electronics, and even try to implement newer technology into what they do. Some might look at it and call all of this a hobby or even a waste of time, but it’s not because all of this may be needed for more than just talking to Japan or Croatia for fun.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“A tornado on top of snow packed Rocky Mountains? Must be “global warming” because nothing manmade could ever cause this!” (sarc)

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Bill’s Commentary:

“The sneaky bastards have now made it legal (by decree?) that the US military can be used on home soil?”

DoD Directive 5240.01: The stealth expansion of military intelligence powers in life-or-death domestic scenarios

Imagine waking up to discover that the U.S. military has quietly been granted the authority to assist in domestic law enforcement activities—including the use of lethal force against U.S. citizens in certain circumstances. Now consider that this change was enacted just weeks before an election, already surrounded by concerns about unrest, civil liberties, and potential government overreach. This is the reality of DoD Directive 5240.01, reissued on September 27, 2024.

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Bill’s Commentary:

“Do you personally believe this?”

National Guard Puts Down Viral Rumors About Kamala Harris Posing With Hurricane Aid

The North Carolina National Guard explained to the Daily Caller why a plane loaded with aid for those affected by Hurricane Helene during Vice President Kamala Harris’ visit never made the delivery following claims that the visit was staged.

While on Shawn Ryan’s podcast Thursday, Aerial Recovery members Jonathan Howard and Charlie Keebaugh claimed that the North Carolina National Guard had to load an entire C-17 with supplies just to stage a photo op for Vice President Kamala Harris, adding that the loaded plane was never sent to aid in hurricane relief. Lt. Ellis Parks, the Director of Public Affairs for the North Carolina National Guard, told the Caller that the visit was not a photo op and that the plane suffered mechanical issues, which kept it from making its trip.

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Bill’s latest interview with Dr. Dave Janda – (Also posted under Interviews)

Bill’s Commentary:

“Pastor Stanley checks in with some inflation thoughts.”

Today’s CPI Report is a Psychological Operation Designed to Dumb You Down While the Banking System Steals Your Money Through Inflation

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for September came out today hotter than expected up 0.3% for the month for a ‘year-over-year’ (YoY) of 3.3% general increase in consumer prices according to the ‘official’ report.

John Williams of ShadowStats has a different take on the matter. His work on the economic numbers shows that ‘real’ inflation (the way the CPI was calculated prior to 1980) was consistently higher-about 9% higher than the way CPI numbers are calculated in 2024.

So what Mr. Williams calls the ‘alternative’ rate of inflation (that we all actually live in) is actually -much higher.

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Bill’s latest interview with Natural Resource stocks – Also posted under Interviews