If you’re tuning in to this particular episode, It's likely because sometime since Friday, September 4, 2020  you saw a headline and/or read an article, post, or tweet that said something along the lines of “Pacific nation of Palau invites US to build a military base to counter China.” This is the episode about that letter.  [Note: This episode contains some strong language and mentions about sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.]