History is the closest thing we have to predicting the future and humanity is like “blah. Dates!”

I could just see Stalin chastising his generals and security state in meetings: “It’s not ‘The Great Calming’ now is it!?” “Get out there and spread more terror!” "NO! Not just ADEQUATE terror… GREAT TERROR!

You put that thing on several times a week. You can stop pretending it’s for special occasions or events.

“The Denying your Opponent Space” is the hardest part.

I guess 2026 will not think of me unless it sees me. Then maybe a head nod as we pass in the street.

I don’t buy this at all. Why are missiles the same size as grenades/knives, why does he fly like a weird bird and if that child is on such a flammable box spring, why isn’t it alight?

I will say that it’s just speculation from an academic, though. Time will tell. You’re literally describing the entirety of NPR.