BY DR. GLENN MOLLETTE
A cloud of uncertainty has settled over the world. The Iran war affects us all in every corner of the planet. Once again, we see how dependent our planet is on oil, and once again, America is fighting a war in the Middle East. This does not feel good to Americans and most of the world.
We are asking questions in our country and no one can give us solid answers.
How long will this last in Iran? Two more weeks or two more years? Or will this become our new normal? Will we wake up every morning to a new story about Iran?
How much will a gallon of gasoline cost tomorrow? What about a month from now? Will it be $5 a gallon or even more? Will it cost $150 to fill up the average truck? What will it cost to fill up a truck hauling freight in an 18-wheeler? A lot.
What will our inflation numbers look like by the end of April? What will the interest rate be to buy a house or a car? The average American does not want to think about trying to buy a new car. Who wants a $ 700-a-month car payment?
Will America have boots on the ground? How many more of our men and women will die because of Iran?
Is it now more dangerous to fly than ever? To what lengths will Iran go to bomb a plane or an American city? Is it really beyond their ability? Do we believe that Iran is incapable of touching us? Are we stupid?
How long will we, our children and grandchildren wonder about blowback from Iran or Iranian sympathizers?
On the flip side of these questions, we surely must agree with President Trump on one certainty. If Iran had put together a nuclear weapon and dropped it on Israel or Washington, the stock market crash would have been worse than we can even imagine. The price of oil and its effect on our economy would have been beyond imagination.
Still, none of us are enjoying all of this, and we pray and hope for an end as soon as possible.
In the midst of this uncertainty, do the normal thing as much as possible. Go to work. Take care of your loved ones. Pray and go to church. Pray for our President and national leadership. And pray that God gives them wisdom. Do your chores. Mow your grass and find healthy diversions.
Artemis II was a beautiful diversion for us last week. The wonderful event was so uplifting and triumphant for the American spirit. The space trip showed the side of America we long for and hope for. May this path be the direction we continue to see for our country and planet.
In the middle of all this uncertainty, let us please agree, as Americans, that we will find a way to rise above and beyond, and strive together to make our world a better and safer place.
Dr. Glenn Mollette is read in all 50 states. He is also the author of numerous books and can be heard each weekday morning on XM Radio 131.