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Some Little-Known Facts

Some Little-Known Facts

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A friend sent this to me. Perhaps this will clarify why Russia desires to control Ukraine. So why’s Russia after Ukraine?For those who ask: “Why does Ukraine matter? “ This is why Ukraine matters.Being the second largest country by area in Europe and has a population of over 40 million, Ukraine ranks:1st in Europe in proven recoverable reserves of uranium ores2nd place in Europe and 10th place in the world in terms of titanium ore reserves2nd place in the world…

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A Debt Owed

A Debt Owed

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As I watched the Ukrainian conflict on TV this week, I thought of the debt we owe them. You see, in 1874, Ukrainians brought Hard Turkey Red wheat to the U.S. and planted it in Kansas. That is the variety of wheat that makes the bread and rolls we eat every day.  This variety is responsible for 95% of all wheat grown by 20,000 Kansas farmers. These Kansas farmers produce 18% of all wheat grown in the U.S. Half of…

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