MAGA Takes

Conservative thought leader with a strong background in grassroots politics, public speaking, and economic history.

05/29/2026

Last week, this substack highlighted the “unstoppable” stock market which ignores inflation, interest rates, wars, and a struggling consumer. Buoyed by the Magnificent 7 technology companies and the global dominance of America’s S&P 500 corporations, the elite are getting richer while the savings and purchasing power of the working class continue to decline. But all of this wealth is primarily benefitting the tech and investor classes, while the physical economy falters. AI is important to our nation’s future, but so is the state of our infrastructure and other “real” parts of the economy. Hopefully more investors and entrepreneurs (like Elon Musk) will take on the task to invest back into the physical economy.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-digital-vs-physical?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

05/22/2026

By the end of today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) and the Standard and Poor’s 500 (S&P 500) are set to close at all-time highs. The Nasdaq index isn’t far behind. When you consider the mediocre housing market, gas prices at $4.50 a gallon, the Trump tariffs, and the ongoing Iran War, these results are remarkable. And while strong-performing stock markets are largely beneficial, there are millions of Americans who feel left behind. The latest polls show 70% of Americans are unhappy with the economy and the rate of inflation. So expanding the stock market pie for more Americans would be good policy.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-unstoppable-stock-markets?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

05/15/2026

Two weeks ago, this blog presented strong evidence highlighting the sad state of society and the current social crisis many Americans are experiencing. The following week, recommendations were made to the Trump administration to implement good policies in infrastructure, healthcare, and the environment that benefit the broader population. This week, the focus is on us patriotic Americans working to better ourselves and our communities. Since a well-functioning society is a collection of many well-functioning individuals, it is important that we maximize our charitable giving, participate in our communities, and educate those who most need it.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-doing-our-part?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

05/08/2026

With intense political polarization, it’s difficult to find common ground between the major parties. And with institutional trust at its lowest level in decades, achieving meaningful progress for the common good is seen as improbable at best. This blog believes the MAGA movement would politically benefit by championing popular initiatives in infrastructure, healthcare, and the environment. Furthermore, advances in these areas tend to impact the quality of life of the population more broadly than just the 1% of income earners.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-the-common-good?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

05/01/2026

According to current data, the American people are facing personal crises in their health, finances, and spiritual lives. And the states and federal government have little trust among American voters due to poor fiscal management and blatant corruption. But there is another crisis - a social crisis - that is as awful personally and for society writ large as the others. While the causes of decreased socialization and increased mental illness are many and varied, the evidence is clear: the United States is currently socially “sick.”

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-the-social-crisis?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

04/24/2026

Last week, we looked at wealth statistics regarding America’s “rich,” learning the stunning magnitude of America’s economic divide. Simply put, there are many thousands of high net worth individuals and households residing in the United States. And considering inflation is running at 3.3% and the average American is falling behind, the well-off are being looked at with more scrutiny than prior decades.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-americas-rich-part?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

04/10/2026

As of this writing, there is a tenuous ceasefire between Iran and the United States. While this represents progress, we must be sober about the possibility that this war continues on. Israel doesn’t trust Iran, and Iran is learning they have a lot of leverage. Unfortunately, the American people are paying the price: gas prices are above $4 a gallon, inflation is near 3%, and the economy grew at a miserable .5% in the 4th quarter of 2025. With collapsing poll numbers, the Iran War is political kryptonite to President Trump and Republicans. Assuming President Trump can end this war, immediate actions need to be taken to shore up the base and win back independents.

https://magatakes.substack.com/p/weekly-wisdom-the-great-trump-reset

04/03/2026

This past Wednesday, President Trump addressed the nation regarding the war with Iran. If all goes well, United States military operations will end in 2-3 weeks. However, the war with Iran is currently splitting MAGA, and is leading to a collapse in support for President Trump (see last week’s Weekly Wisdom). And if trends continue, the Democrats are poised to reclaim not only the House but also the Senate. But this won’t be the only negative outcome if this war with Iran escalates. The devastating results of this war could also hurt us economically, militarily, and diplomatically.

https://magatakes.substack.com/p/weekly-wisdom-iran-war-insanity

03/27/2026

A remarkable fact about President Trump’s 2024 victory was the unique coalition he brought together: MAGA voters, independents, young men, hispanics, MAHA adherents, and libertarians. Since the war with Iran started, President Trump’s numbers among all of these groups, MAGA excluded, have significantly declined. An immediate course correction is needed by the Trump administration or we are headed to a Democratic disaster.

https://open.substack.com/pub/magatakes/p/weekly-wisdom-a-warning?r=5zjdpm&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

03/20/2026

Drive through downtown Sarasota or I-75 during rush hour, and you’ll regret it. Unfortunately, long, dangerous commutes are what most Americans experience in a decent-sized American city. Along with other poor infrastructure, the United States’ transportation system is in bad condition. Fortunately, thanks to the efforts of the Trump administration and superstar CEOs, traffic conditions nationwide should improve in the years ahead. Let’s look at the policies and technologies driving the needed, fundamental changes.

https://magatakes.substack.com/p/weekly-wisdom-transportation-trends

03/06/2026

Understandably, anxiety is high across the American population as the recent bombings from Israel and America on Iran could cause chaos in the Middle East. While this blog finds that unlikely, some people are nervous and the polls seem to suggest it as well. But despite the despair of some, the Trump administration has quietly achieved many “small” victories in many diverse areas of government. Below, you will find some items and policy achievements that serve to improve the country that you may not be aware of.

https://magatakes.substack.com/p/weekly-wisdom-the-quiet-improvements

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