John Drake

Maybe Trump has a particular idea about what greatness is. Just for fun, I asked Grok if there were similarities between Trump and the Anti-Christ. Here is what Grok said: This is an interesting question that blends theology, interpretation, and personal perspective. To address it, I’ll focus on what the Bible says about the Antichrist and leave the comparison to Donald Trump as a thought exercise for you, since drawing definitive conclusions about real people in this context is speculative and subjective. The concept of the Antichrist appears primarily in the New Testament, notably in the Book of Revelation and the letters of John (1 John 2:18, 2:22, 4:3, and 2 John 1:7). Here’s a breakdown of the biblical depiction: Opposes Christ: The term "Antichrist" suggests someone who stands against or in place of Christ. 1 John 2:22 says, “Who is the liar? It is whoever denies that Jesus is the Christ. Such a person is the antichrist—denying the Father and the Son.” This implies a figure who rejects or undermines core Christian beliefs. Deceptive Leader: In Revelation 13, a figure often associated with the Antichrist (the "beast") rises to power, deceiving many with signs and wonders, and demanding worship. This figure collaborates with a false prophet and exercises global influence, often through charisma or coercion. Lawlessness: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 describes the “man of lawlessness” (sometimes linked to the Antichrist) as one who “opposes and exalts himself above every so-called god or object of worship,” setting himself up as divine. This suggests pride, rebellion, and a rejection of established moral or spiritual order. End-Times Figure: The Antichrist is tied to apocalyptic events, ushering in a period of tribulation before Christ’s return, according to Revelation and Daniel (e.g., Daniel 7:25, where a figure “speaks against the Most High” and oppresses the faithful). Now, applying this to Donald Trump—or any individual—depends on how one interprets his actions, words, and influence. Critics might point to his brash personality, polarizing leadership, or moments of self-aggrandizement (e.g., calling himself the “chosen one” in a 2019 comment about trade with China) as echoing the pride or deception of the Antichrist. Supporters, conversely, might argue he’s a defender of religious values, citing his appeal to evangelical Christians and policies like appointing conservative justices. The Bible doesn’t provide a checklist of physical traits or a specific historical profile, so resemblance hinges on subjective judgment. Historically, figures from Nero to modern leaders have been accused of being the Antichrist based on their actions or the zeitgeist of their era. Trump’s a lightning rod—some see him as a savior, others as a villain—but that duality doesn’t inherently make him a biblical figure. What’s your take? Are there specific traits or events you’re thinking of that spark this comparison for you?

So somehow they bought property? At any rate, yet another example of why you don't make big investments in Thai property. Only rent. I've been on short term rental in the same house for 15 years. If you rent, you don't need to worry about property disputes, noisy neighbors, loose dogs, or nearby construction. You just move.

The Trump Elite visa.

Sure seems like it. Unbelievably, Trump is losing to Canada.

Yes, we have no bananas.

Trump and Musk campaigned on a populist platform. But what we've now got doesn't have a lot of populism left in it. Instead, Musk and the other Tech Barons have instituted the beginnings of a radical anarcho-libertarian makeover. Musk, Sacks, Thiel, and the rest are a new version of robber barons, ditching laws, taxes, and regulations that impede their personal empires, while allowing the country to descend into chaos.

He's folding again.

One set of rules for the colonizers and another for the natives. SOP. Next step will be separate judicial panels and judges for the colonizers.

Perhaps if Trump focused on the central threat to the country, the millions and millions of people let in without the slightest background check, instead of going to war with Canada and Mexico, then deportations might get the resources they need.

Deportations are failing to meet anywhere near the announced goals.

He's folded again. Of course it's "costly" because Trump's people are letting illegals escape through the net, so the planes are half full. https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/us-suspends-costly-deportation-flights-using-military-aircraft/ar-AA1AjY7o?ocid=BingNewsBrowse

So does this mean SCB will be reopening branches and ATMs?

He's innately clever. But he is ignorant beyond imagination. This entire presidency seems to be about nothing but Trump's personal, petty revenge. The entire Canada debacle is because of his dislike of Trudeau. Just compare to the relatively light treatment he's given to the president of Mexico, which causes infinitely more problems than Canada. Ukraine, too, seems nothing more than Trump's revenge for hurt to his ego. If you're looking for the motivation behind his presidency, his hurt pride and ego accounts for 90 percent of it.

Just tax the endowments. That's what Trump promised to do.

Cut out payments to the King, confiscate his property, and make him do real work for his health benefits.

Trump really is clueless. There is a divide it seems between Alberta and the rest of Canada, with energy resource rich Alberta seemingly more aligned in policy with the US. The gap seems big enough to easily allow a savvy and smart American leader to divide them and even bring in Alberta as a partner. So what does Trump do: screw you too Alberta.

Bombs dropping on UK, French, and German cities would decimate the muslim population in those countries.

CHIPs Act not only kicked off the TSMC American buildout, but Micron, too.

CHIPs is responsible.

So Trump wants to repeal the CHIPs Act. Great. And in its place, what? Lemme guess: tax cuts. Trump and Elon: Making China Dominate.

Musk and his pals are just bumbling around. Smash. Exaggerate. Preen. And now hide.

Tattoos.

Down goes Frazier.

I'm not so sure South American and African countries would cease trading with China. And I'm sure that Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, and Singapore would continue as though nothing had happened. The question is: does the US intervene and blockade/sink every cargo and tanker going to and from China? How much has Russia to China pipelines foreseen and prepared for this scenario?

Who is talking about the US? I am talking about a retaliatory strike from Taiwan that takes out Three Gorges. https://www.news.com.au/technology/innovation/military/kills-tens-of-millions-taiwans-chilling-message-for-china/news-story/820c97614a7452299f068fac99d71eb6