Over a century ago, a wealthy New Yorker, Theodore Roosevelt, became our 26th American president, and history has recognized him as one of our great presidents.  In fact, he received a Nobel Peace Prize for a real achievement in putting an end to the Russo-Japanese War.  In his day, President "Teddy" Roosevelt had strong critics and was mocked by the professional politicians as "that dammed cowboy."  However, being called a cowboy was a role that he proudly personified. Using his power as commander-in-chief, he sent the U.S. Navy "Great White Fleet" forward to tell the world America does have a "big stick."  And when trouble broke out in the Middle East, threatening Americans, President Roosevelt sent not just one ship, but a sizeable U.S. Navy fleet with companies of Marines. Now, fast-forward to another wealthy New Yorker, who is our 45th president: President Donald Trump.  Just like...(Read Full Post)