He talks about the reasons we are not getting the truth about the war and little about US successes in the war. Only biased networks like CNN get the inside track with Iran. Hanson particularly noted that the Democrat Party is not the party of Bill Clinton. It’s a socialist party, and they see their […] The post Victor Davis Hanson Has an Interesting Take on the Iran War appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Recent polling and national defense surveys underscore a period of robust Republican alignment with President Trump’s more assertive foreign policy, particularly regarding military action in Iran. Data from CNN analyst Harry Enten highlights a near-unanimous consensus within the GOP base, revealing that 89% of MAGA voters approve of the current war against Iran, while only a marginal 9% express disagreement. “The MAGA base really likes the U.S. military action in Iran,” Enter pointed out. “Take a look here. Okay, MAGA GOP on the U.S. military action in Iran. Look at this. Nearly nine in 10, 89 percent approve of the U.S. military action in Iran. That is the MAGA GOP base. Just nine percent disapprove of it. This is tremendously popular among the Republican base. … This war is very popular among the GOP base.” This overwhelming support suggests that the administration’s “peace through strength” approach has resonated deeply with its core constituency. This specific support for the war in Iran mirrors broader trends captured in the 2025 Ronald Reagan Institute’s National Defense Survey. The study found that Americans—and MAGA Republicans in particular—are increasingly embracing global leadership and military superiority. A record 79% of MAGA voters believed the U.S. should take the lead in international affairs, a figure significantly higher than that of their Democratic counterparts. Furthermore, 87% of Americans overall believed it is vital for the U.S. to maintain the world’s most powerful military, with 71% agreeing that global peace is most likely when American strength is unrivaled. The survey also reveals a GOP base that is prepared for sustained conflict and expansion. Nearly two-thirds of respondents believe the military should be sized to win two wars simultaneously, while a majority now supports using military force against drug traffickers in Latin America. Whether it is the 89% approval for the Iranian conflict or the 77% support for defending Taiwan, the data confirm that the Republican Party is solidly behind an era of proactive, well-funded military engagement under the Trump administration.

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They opened their home to foster a shelter kitten, but the little cat had plans of her own when she found her favorite person. MarshmallowErin at Sparkle Cat RescueAt just three weeks old, a dilute calico arrived at the county shelter in desperate need of a bottle feeder.She had been found alone in a park before animal control brought her to safety. Erin, a foster volunteer with Sparkle Cat Rescue, immediately stepped in to help. "When I picked her up, I took one look at her and said, 'That is Marshmallow.' I just knew that should be her name," Erin told Love Meow."It was almost like she told me. She's responded to her name since the first day I brought her home." Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueMarshmallow took to the bottle effortlessly. With each passing day, she grew stronger, more active, and increasingly curious about the world around her. As soon as she found her footing, she set off on tiny adventures, eager to be part of whatever her humans were doing."She's sweet, sassy, people-oriented, and the kind of kitten who makes every day better just by existing." Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueEven after she graduated from the bottle, Marshmallow still insisted on being babied. In return, she showered her humans with affection and plenty of enthusiastic grooming sessions. "She's a certified esthetician, specializing in cat tongue facials."When she wasn't perched on someone's shoulder, supervising daily tasks, she was curled up in loving arms, purring contentedly. Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueMarshmallow followed her people from room to room, settling down wherever they were. She also took her role as kitchen assistant very seriously, inspecting groceries, guarding the pantry, and making sure dinner was always on time."When she's not helping with dinner, she's busy playing patty-cake with the resident cat." Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueThough tiny, Marshmallow was completely fearless and fully convinced she ran the entire household. "She's never been scared of our other cats, and they all loved her immediately. Even my sister's grumpy cat (who doesn't tolerate kittens) accepted her right away."As time went on, Marshmallow formed a special bond with one member of the family. Erin at Sparkle Cat Rescue"She's developed a bond with my son (Liam) that has been so sweet to watch."Each morning, Marshmallow waits outside his bedroom door until it's time to wake him. The moment she's let in, she announces herself with a cheerful meow before gently nuzzling his face awake. They then spend ten minutes snuggling as he slowly gets up for the day. Marshmallow and her favorite person, LiamErin at Sparkle Cat RescueMarshmallow loves everyone in the family, but Liam is clearly her favorite. "She plays differently with him and just wants to be with him all the time."So when the family learned she had a potential adopter, the news hit especially hard for Liam. "He was absolutely devastated," Erin said. "He's usually pretty relaxed about our foster kittens going to their new homes, but this time was different for all of us." Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueErin explained the situation to the potential adopter, who was incredibly understanding. In the end, Marshmallow didn't have to go far to find her happy ending—she had already found it."When we told our son he could keep Marshmallow, his smile was like the sun. You could just see the happiness radiating from him. We're all so happy she's going to be part of our lives permanently." Erin at Sparkle Cat RescueShare this story with your friends. More cats and kittens at Sparkle Cat Rescue on Instagram @sparklecatrescue and Facebook.Related story: Cat Wanders onto Patio After Years of Living on the Streets, Not Knowing His Life is About to Change

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