Why is Israel’s Iran attack called “Rising Lion”?
The name isn’t random—it blends theology, messianic war symbolism, and political messaging:
Biblical Roots: Comes from Numbers 23:24 – “a people shall rise as a lion… eat the prey and drink the blood of the slain.”
Messianic Signal: Refers to the Lion of Judah and divine military victory.
Political Echo: The Pahlavi-era “Lion and Sun” flag—a subtle nod to regime change in Iran.
A 65-year-old couple retiring in 2025 with average earnings will receive an estimated $1.34 million in lifetime benefits, while contributing only $720,000 in today’s dollars.
That shortfall—more than $600,000 per couple—is being made up by younger workers.
“Most of the growth in spending has gone to retirement and healthcare, while programs that promote upward mobility... have been left behind”
https://www.newsweek.com/social-security-medicare-young-workers-cost-10477619