Latin: “Alea iacta est”; translation: “the die is cast,” attributed to the Roman Julius Caesar in 49 B.C. as he led his army across northern Italy. It means things that have happened that cannot be changed back.

Sun Tzu, the great Chinese military general, warrior and strategist wrote the book: “The Art of War” written in the 5th century B.C. These strategies are used today in all theaters of war, by wise generals.

The best peaceful outcome for this present election is to have the MAGA troops secure the theater of operations and have them believe that they have won the day. Bravo. The die is cast!

“The Art of War” has 13 chapters of strategy to win a war and preserve the integrity of the army. Two rams butting heads only leads to headaches. When confronting a formidable foe, do not assault directly; save your strength and retreat as it is better to live today to fight another day in another way.

Having Trump win the peaceful election is the best for today, for if he lost the election the “Proud Boys” would be up in arms making a firestorm ruckus because they are all pumped up and ready to “rock and roll,” to “burn the house down.” “Hoorah!”

Let the “theater” cool down and let’s see what pans out. There is always a silver lining if only people have the patience and wisdom to seek and find it without violence.

Patrick Quinn

Winterport