American Things

05/28/2026

Nationality and Ancestry Are Not the Same Thing

03/28/2026

Orderly Coexistence

03/28/2026

It’s time to stop using federal paychecks as bargaining chips. Washington needs to pass clean budgets without the 'pork' that stalls progress. No budget should ever be an excuse to leave hardworking people without a paycheck. 🏛️🚫

03/28/2026

03/06/2026

The melting pot idea describes America as the pot itself. The United States provides the shared values, laws, institutions, and often the dominant culture that hold society together. Immigrants from many different countries come with their own traditions and backgrounds, but over time many adapt to these shared American values while also contributing parts of their own culture. In this way, different cultures blend together within the framework of the United States, creating a single society influenced by many different people and traditions.

03/01/2026

For over 40 years, women in Iran have faced severe restrictions and mistreatment under the current regime. If real change were ever to happen, it would only make sense for women — the ones who endured the most — to lead that transformation.

Imagine a new Iran led by women at every level: president, vice president, council members, and national leadership. Those who were silenced would now be first in line to shape the future. Leadership would reflect resilience, strength, and firsthand understanding of what reform truly requires.

Women of Iranian heritage around the world — including those in the United States with education, intelligence, and leadership experience — could play a major role in rebuilding and redefining their country’s future.

03/01/2026

🇺🇸 THE ENERGY RESET

America has a historic opportunity.

With new, friendly leadership in Iran and Venezuela, we can turn former tensions into powerful partnerships.

Instead of conflict — cooperation.
Instead of sanctions — strategic deals.

By combining:
• Strong U.S. oil production
• Discounted barrels from new allies

We can drive gas prices down to levels not seen in generations.

Cheaper energy for Americans.
Stronger economies for our partners.
Stability instead of chaos.

This isn’t weakness.
It’s smart leadership.

Energy independence + global friendship = American advantage.

🇺🇸 Let freedom fuel the future.

02/28/2026

In the United States, anyone can move here, become a citizen, and proudly call themselves American. That kind of civic identity — where belonging is defined by commitment rather than ancestry — is rare in the world. In many countries, national identity is closely tied to bloodline, ethnicity, or generations of heritage. America stands apart because it allows people not just to live here, but to fully belong.

03/17/2023

07/19/2022

A family getting ready to cruise in their 1903 Cadillac Model A Tonneau.