Iran War: Insubordination Stands To Snatch
Defeat From The Jaws Of Victory
American Thinker,
by
James Zumwalt
Original Article
Posted By: 4250Luis,
5/9/2026 10:00:00 AM
The U.S. media has tabled a question that warrants examining two 20th-century historical events.
The question asked is whether U.S. credibility in deterring Iran’s mullahs and getting them to toe the line has been weakened by critics such as comedian Jimmy Kimmel and politicians who mock or otherwise criticize President Donald Trump’s actions against Tehran.
The first historical event involves a battle of the Cold War, fought against the Soviet Union on February 22, 1980.
While this battle resulted in American blood being shed, it was not due to a military conflict but to an athletic one.
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Reply 1 - Posted by:
chagrined 5/9/2026 10:42:24 AM (No. 2102455)
They're not called the Enemedia for nothing!
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Reply 2 - Posted by:
itsonlyme 5/9/2026 11:28:32 AM (No. 2102460)
There are MANY, MANY lying toxic swine in the MSM
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Reply 3 - Posted by:
Cindiana 5/9/2026 12:24:31 PM (No. 2102479)
I'm not a subscriber to blind optimism, but I do sense that the currency of the Kimmel types and various enemedia is truly dropping in value.
People can see the shenanigans (and worse!!( that have so effectively moved public opinion. Recent court decisions that show a glaring light on how things operate are drawing great attention.
The leftists are looking so foolish and dangerous and can't continue their charade effectively no matter how much money they spend.
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Reply 4 - Posted by:
Ida Lou Pino 5/9/2026 12:31:03 PM (No. 2102482)
The author lost me when he referred to hockey scores as "points."
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Reply 5 - Posted by:
earlybird 5/9/2026 12:32:29 PM (No. 2102483)
Kimmel, Kelly Jeffeies will forever bear the mark of the traitor.
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Reply 6 - Posted by:
thefield 5/9/2026 12:44:54 PM (No. 2102488)
I don't see any new ariticles that relate to Trump waiting for Iran to respond. I think Trum is being played the fool.
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Reply 7 - Posted by:
JimBob 5/9/2026 12:50:08 PM (No. 2102491)
I ABSOLUTELY agree regarding the Vietnam war!
I REMEMBER!
I recall a clip from a North Vietnamese commander who said:
"This war will not be won in Vietnam. It will be won on the streets of New York City."
The so-called 'anti-war' (pro-Communist) Lamestream media, John 'Effin' Kerry, and the rest of the anti-American protesters gave the North Vietnamese the knowledge that if they could hold on, that they would win.
The SAME THING IS HAPPENING TODAY.
KIMMEL, the 'Rats, and the Anti-Trump 'TDS' crowd are egging on the mullets to hang on.
The mullets are using the TDS 'Rats, the 60-day 'War Powers Act', blocking the Hormuz, the resulting high oil and gas prices, the Lamestream propaganda in their favor, and the looming midterm elections as their weapons against President Trump and America.
The 'Rats and the Lamestreams (but I repeat myself) are on the side of the mullets.
We should all proclaim this LONG AND LOUD!
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Add to the Tet events, the Surge in Afghanistan (credit to obama), which reportedly had the Taliban ready to throw in the towel until the media began reporting that the war was lost. Trivial fact about that Bill's playoff game: QB Frank Reich led the comeback, who also had the distinction of leading the Maryland Terrapins to what was then the largest NCAA comeback against Miami. That's pretty remarkable, when you think about it.
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Reply 9 - Posted by:
bpl40 5/9/2026 4:35:29 PM (No. 2102551)
Kimmel was a comedian. Now he is just a joke!
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Reply 10 - Posted by:
PrayerWarrior 5/10/2026 12:45:24 AM (No. 2102630)
What is sad and alarming is that many listen to (and sometimes act out) the lies and slander of the Media, especially Kimmel. We pray daily for our president, his cabinet and our country for God's protection and vindication. How in the world did these comedians turn from telling jokes (and lies) to political commentary? It's sick and treasonous.
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Reply 11 - Posted by:
Venturer 5/10/2026 7:27:30 AM (No. 2102663)
Jimmy Kimmel is just one person, but there are thousand who watch his show and laugh their asses of at his stupid jokes.. ABC is as guilty as Kimmel ,in fact more guilty, they approve of his treason.
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Reply 12 - Posted by:
BarryNo 5/10/2026 9:22:10 AM (No. 2102710)
The biggest difference between 1958 and now, is that back then, the media was generally trusted. Especially Walter Cronkite, who turned out to be the LEAST trustworthy man in America. Simply put - he was a yellow journalist and a traitor for his analysis of the Tet Offensive. In today's media, regardless of political affiliation, there is no one in media that has the trust of the American people like he did.
That doesn't mean brainwashed idiots no longer exist to follow a bi-line... but they are generally lacking in authority to accomplish their goals. Doesn't mean they shouldn't be treated with contempt for what they are attempting, and I feel investigated by the DOJ for possible paid intereference which should get them the firing squad they deserve.
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Reply 13 - Posted by:
Strike3 5/10/2026 10:46:06 AM (No. 2102771)
You can bet that Donald Trump does not let these pissants affect his decisions or his actions. He is playing Iran like a fish and their frantic jumps get weaker all the time while the media talking heads continue to vomit their objections.
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