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AUSTRIAN ECONOMISTS MAKE UP THE SUPERHERO NEEDED TO SAVE CIVILIZATION FROM ECONOMIC AND ZIONIST MYTHS - No Author
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The Austrian School of Economics, founded by Carl Menger, offers crucial insights into economic principles. Menger's "Principles of Economics" established the subjective theory of value1 . He also explained the non-deliberate evolution of money, similar to language, arising from individual pursuits1 ....
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Ludwig von Mises highlighted the impossibility of successful soviet-style central planning. In his 1920 essay, Mises demonstrated the flaws in economic calculation within a socialist commonwealth3 . He believed that economic ignorance was a primary cause of societal problems and advocated for widespread economic literacy4 .
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F.A. Hayek, influenced by Menger and Mises, further elaborated on the role of markets in information dissemination and coordination. Hayek's work emphasized how markets generate and spread information essential for socioeconomic order5 .... He also underscored the importance of understanding economics to address humanity's challenges6 .
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Murray N. Rothbard built upon Mises's ideas and championed the importance of public education for a free society. Rothbard believed that a public understanding of free markets and the dangers of statism is vital7 . He advocated for applying free-market principles to areas traditionally controlled by the state, such as law and defense, known as Anarcho-Capitalism8 .
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Rothbard offered a critical perspective on the causes and consequences of war, including WWI and WWII. He viewed wars as outcomes of complex historical events and the actions of negligent ideologues rather than simplistic battles of good versus evil9 . Rothbard also critiqued the involvement of the US in WWI and the establishment of Zionism10 .
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The author posits that both Socialist and Zionist movements are rooted in intellectual errors and fallacies. These movements, driven by echo chambers of myths and perverse incentives, ultimately lead to violence and coercion11 . The author suggests that reason and education are the only effective means to overcome such fallacies12 .
NET ZERO ZEALOTS FORGET THAT 6,000 PRODUCTS ARE MADE FROM CRUDE OIL, INCLUDING EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THEIR “GREEN” AGENDA; SO, HERE’S A REMINDER - Rhoda Wilson
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"Net Zero" policymakers seemingly overlook the fundamental role of crude oil in producing essential goods and electricity. Electricity generation relies on equipment made from oil derivatives, and renewables solely produce electricity, not the diverse products society demands13 .... Eliminating crude oil would halt electricity production and eliminate over 6,000 vital products15 ....
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The "green" agenda itself is heavily dependent on hydrocarbons. Electric vehicles, solar panels, and wind turbines are all manufactured using products and components derived from crude oil15 .... Therefore, achieving "Net Zero" without a viable alternative would undermine the very technologies it promotes.
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Modern lifestyles and infrastructure are entirely built upon products made from crude oil derivatives. Transportation, hospitals, medical equipment, electronics, and communication systems all rely on oil-based products that were absent before the 1800s17 .... The planet's population has also significantly increased since the widespread use of oil began17 .
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There is currently no identified replacement for fossil fuels capable of sustaining the global demand for products and transportation fuels. Despite 200 years of trying, we have not been able to "clone" oil to support the supply chain19 . The increasing global demand for hydrocarbons outpaces the growth of renewables20 .
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Global coal use continues to rise, particularly in China and India, overwhelming decarbonization efforts in other regions. This indicates a persistent reliance on fossil fuels despite "Net Zero" pledges21 . The International Energy Agency's reports confirm the ongoing increase in oil and natural gas consumption20 .
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The author argues that "Net Zero" policies would eliminate electricity, essential products, and ground transportation, highlighting a disconnect between pledges and reality. Without a practical alternative to fossil fuels, these policies would have catastrophic consequences for the 8 billion people on the planet22 . The focus should be on identifying a genuine replacement before significantly reducing the availability of oil-based products and fuels23 .
OUR BACKWARDS WORLD: ONLY INORGANIC PLANT-BASED AND ARTIFICIAL VITAMINS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE AND DISEASE - Joachim Bartoll
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The author contends that only inorganic plant-based and artificial vitamins are harmful to human health, while animal-based vitamins are always safe. Plant-based nutrients are chemically different from how humans store them and require conversion, which is often limited and produces toxic byproducts24 .... Animal-based vitamins, being organic and bioactive, are fully bioavailable and do not cause toxicity26 ....
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Plant-based foods contain various compounds that hinder nutrient absorption and are inherently toxic. Fiber, starches, defense chemicals, and antinutrients in plants limit the breakdown and absorption of nutrients28 . These unabsorbed compounds and the byproducts of the limited conversion process cause cellular damage25 ....
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The author criticizes meta-analyses that do not differentiate between the sources of vitamins. Failing to distinguish between plant-based and animal-based vitamins leads to misleading conclusions about their effects on health30 .... Studies often incorrectly include synthetic folic acid with naturally occurring folate32 ....
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The limited bioconversion rate of plant-based vitamins means only a small fraction is usable by the body, while the rest can cause harm. The body perceives unconverted plant compounds as foreign and toxic, leading to damage until they are neutralized and discarded25 .... Historical data on bioconversion rates is now difficult to find34 .
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The author asserts that the corrupt food and nutrition science industries deliberately hide the toxicity of plant-based nutrients. They mislead the public by using the term "vitamins" regardless of the source, obscuring the chemical differences and potential harm35 . This suppression of information benefits the food industry and maintains a backwards understanding of nutrition30 .
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The meta-analysis discussed in the article inadvertently suggests that inorganic B vitamins from plant-based foods may increase the risk of neuropsychiatric disorders. This aligns with the author's view that the toxic load from plant-based diets can have detrimental mental health effects36 . The author sarcastically links this to the perceived mental state of vegans and plant-based activists36 .
PUBERTY BLOCKERS ARE A DANGEROUS CHEMICAL MUTILATION OF CHILDREN - Rhoda Wilson
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Dr. Michelle Cretella argues that gender ideology is a dangerous and profit-driven assault on children, rejecting biological sex as binary and immutable. She defines sex based on reproductive roles determined at fertilization by sex-determining genes37 .... Gender ideology, in contrast, focuses on an "internal sexed identity" that can differ from biological sex, a concept Cretella traces back to Dr. John Money39 ....
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"Gender-affirming care," including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgeries, is described as a chemical mutilation that sterilizes and permanently damages healthy children without improving mental health outcomes. These interventions are presented as a medical pipeline creating lifelong patients for Big Pharma41 . A Swedish study showed worsened mental health and a significantly higher suicide rate among sex-reassigned individuals42 ....
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Puberty is a critical and healthy period of development, and blocking it with drugs like Lupron is harmful in itself. Using Lupron for gender dysphoria induces a disease in a physically healthy child44 . These drugs can cause mental disorders, reduce bone quality permanently, and potentially lower IQ by preventing normal brain development44 ....
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Puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones can lead to permanent sterilization and other severe health risks. Girls on blockers before menstruation may not produce mature eggs, and boys treated early may not produce mature sperm46 . Cross-sex hormones expose children to hormone levels higher than those from cancerous tumors, increasing risks of cardiac disease, strokes, blood clots, cancers, and diabetes47 ....
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The transgender movement and ideology are characterized as anti-human and anti-Christian, ignoring the biological and spiritual aspects of human beings. Gender ideology prioritizes feelings over the physical body, contradicting the concept of humans as both body and soul49 .... True gender-affirming care should focus on helping children embrace their biological sex51 .
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Lying to children by affirming a false gender identity is considered psychological abuse that reinforces a delusion. Encouraging this disorder can lead to extreme anxiety during puberty when bodily changes confront them with biological reality52 .... Individuals who undergo medical interventions for gender reassignment become permanently dependent on Big Medicine and Big Pharma to maintain the appearance of the opposite sex54 .
THE SUPPRESSION OF CHRISTIANITY IN ITS BIRTHPLACE, BY PHILIP GIRALDI - The Unz Review
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The author argues that Israel actively suppresses Christian identity and worship in its birthplace without significant complaint from Western Christian nations. This suppression includes refusing permits for church gatherings and celebrations, particularly during Christmas and Easter55 .... Ancient churches in Gaza have also been bombed and destroyed58 .
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Restrictions on movement and harassment by Israeli authorities make life difficult for Palestinian Christians. Only a limited number of security passes were issued for West Bank Christians to visit Jerusalem for holy days57 . Christian leaders have protested these actions to Israeli authorities, generally without success59 .
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The marginalization of Christians in Israel has worsened due to apartheid legislation and the declaration of Israel as a Jewish state. This has been a long-standing issue but has become particularly severe recently56 . Christian communities have reported increased violence and harassment, including physical assaults and vandalism of religious sites60 ....
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The Israeli police often fail to investigate incidents of violence and hate crimes against Christians. The new Netanyahu government is seen as emboldening ultra-nationalist religious activists who harass clergy and vandalize property61 .... An undercover journalist in Jerusalem experienced derision and spitting within minutes of being dressed as a priest64 .
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The author suggests that Western nations and media are silent on the suppression of Christianity in Israel due to the influence of the "Israel Lobby." Criticism of Israel or Jews is becoming increasingly criminalized in many jurisdictions, including the United States65 . The US Embassy also did not attend a conference addressing violence against Christians in Jerusalem66 .
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The Netanyahu government is portrayed as hostile to all non-Conservative or Orthodox Jews, including Christians and Muslims. They are accused of treating such individuals as "untermenschen"67 . The author quotes Israeli leaders stating their control over America and their ability to manipulate its policies68 .
THEM CHINESE AIN’T MY ENEMY - Jacob G. Hornberger
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The author expresses disagreement with the prevailing sentiment in the US, particularly among Trump supporters and the national security establishment, that China is America's new official enemy. He draws a parallel to historical shifts in designated enemies, such as Russia after the Cold War and "terrorists" after 9/1169 .... The author personally declares that China is not his enemy73 .
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The author echoes Mohammad Ali's sentiment about having no quarrel with a designated foreign adversary. He criticizes the idea that Americans are obligated to consider whomever the US government designates as an enemy to be their own enemy73 .... The US government's reaction to Ali's stance highlights the pressure to conform to official narratives74 .
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Despite disliking communism, the author believes that ideological differences should not preclude mutual harmony between nations. He references President John F. Kennedy's view on peaceful coexistence with communist nations74 .... The author also points out that tariffs primarily harm ordinary citizens in both countries, not the political elites75 ....
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The author attributes the American public's ready acceptance of new official enemies to years of indoctrination in government-run schools. This system fosters conformity, obedience, and fear, making citizens susceptible to accepting official narratives without question76 .... This phenomenon is compared to the shifting enemies in George Orwell's "1984"78 .
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The author lists numerous ways in which the US government has negatively impacted his freedom and privacy, contrasting this with China's lack of direct harm to him. These include income tax, surveillance, foreign interventions, and restrictions on liberty79 . He concludes that the US government has proven to be the real enemy of American liberty and privacy80 .
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The author implies that questioning or challenging the government's designation of enemies is met with fear of potential repercussions. This suggests a climate where critical thinking about foreign policy is discouraged78 . The author positions himself as dissenting from the officially sanctioned view of China78 .
THOUGHTS FROM THE GREAT ECONOMIST - Taki Theodoracopulos
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The author expresses concern about a potential recession in the world's largest economy. He acknowledges his limited understanding of economics, leaving such matters to experts81 . The author worries that abrupt changes, such as tariffs, can disrupt the "business as usual" that the US dollar's good faith relies upon, increasing the risk of recession82 .
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The author notes the disruptive nature of the Trump administration's tariff plan, particularly concerning China. While some tariffs were paused for most countries, those on Chinese goods remained, roiling global markets83 . He also highlights concerns about the large US debt and budget deficit83 .
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The author questions the reliability of economic "experts" and their predictions. He suggests that nobody truly knows what will happen with the economy, finance, or the stock market84 .... He observes that Trump is imposing tariffs on goods that the US cannot produce domestically, like manganese from Gabon85 .
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The author is concerned about rising interest rates, which make the federal debt harder to repay. The massive US debt (37 trillion) and the declining dollar are also sources of worry86 . He humorously suggests that a plunging dollar might force Americans to grow their own drugs86 .
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The author believes that while China is a hostile global power, it can be "tamed" due to the intelligence of the Chinese people and their historical grievances with the West. He suggests maintaining pressure on China while easing tariffs on the rest of the world87 .... He also advocates for forcing Israel to stop "genocide"88 .
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The author humorously proposes a scenario where lifting tariffs (except on China) and addressing the Israeli issue would lead to a soaring stock market and Trump being hailed as a great president. This reflects a desire for positive economic outcomes and a resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict88 .
TRUMP ADMINISTRATION TO ENFORCE REAL ID - No Author
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The Department of Homeland Security announced the enforcement of the REAL ID Act, requiring compliant identification for entering federal buildings, flying, and visiting nuclear power plants starting May 7th. Secretary Kristi Noem stated this measure would enhance security and prevent fraud89 .... This enforcement follows 20 years of the law languishing89 .
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This enforcement has triggered significant pushback from conservatives who view it as an infringement on freedom and a step towards a national identification system. Former Representative Ron Paul likened it to the justification for the Federal Reserve, arguing it's about government control, not safety91 .... Representative Thomas Massie asserted that REAL ID won't stop terrorists and is primarily a tool for controlling Americans92 ....
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Critics like the American Policy Center warn that REAL ID could potentially threaten Americans' gun rights. They suggest that the Department of Homeland Security could add firearm and ammunition purchases to the official purpose of REAL ID, allowing for tracking of such transactions94 .... They point to attempts in California to move in this direction94 .
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The ACLU also opposes REAL ID, viewing it as the creation of the first national identification system in American history. They are concerned that it could become necessary for various activities, including voting, accessing services like Medicaid, and even purchasing firearms95 .... The ACLU warns of the potential for government tracking of Americans' activities and movements through this system96 .
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Arguments against REAL ID include the idea that it will lead to the nationalization of identification and the requirement of carrying "papers." Ron Paul argued in 2005 that the law has no maximum limitations, allowing the government to add any requirements97 . He also used the analogy of gun registration, stating that law-abiding citizens will be affected while terrorists will evade the law98 .
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The REAL ID Act was passed in 2005 following a recommendation by the 9/11 Commission, with the primary argument being to strengthen national security by preventing terrorists from obtaining fake IDs. Representative James Sensebrenner, who also authored the Patriot Act, sponsored the legislation98 .... Supporters claimed it would close security gaps and support law enforcement99 .
WAR WITH IRAN WOULD BE TRUMP'S WATERLOO - No Author
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The author criticizes the long-standing argument by US foreign policy "wonks" for using military power to reshape the Middle East into American-style democracies, with Israel as the primary beneficiary. These Neoconservative thinkers have historically advocated for regime change in countries like Iraq and Syria100 .... The author argues that this "childish scheming" has not worked and often leads to unintended negative consequences, such as the rise of former Al Qaeda elements101 .
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The author highlights the "primary intellectual deficiency" of the Neoconservative approach, which focuses solely on removing "bad guys" without considering who will replace them. This is exemplified by their approach to Russia and Vladimir Putin102 . This mirrors historical mistakes, such as the British and French redrawing of the Middle East map after the fall of the Ottoman Empire, which arguably led to ongoing conflict103 .
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The author asserts that after the failures of military interventions in Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, and Syria, the same group is pushing for war with Iran, which would be a "total disaster" for both the US and Israel. Iran is a large country with difficult terrain and a significant population, making military intervention far more challenging than previous endeavors104 .... President Kennedy had previously warned Israel about the dangers of developing nuclear weapons, a warning that went unheeded104 .
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War with Iran would have severe economic consequences for the United States and the global economy. The Strait of Hormuz and the southern end of the Suez Canal could be closed, disrupting oil supplies and world trade105 . The US, already burdened by a massive debt and high interest payments, cannot afford such a conflict106 .
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The author advises President Trump to reject the Neoconservative push for war with Iran and to be wary of actions by Benjamin Netanyahu that could draw the US into such a conflict. He emphasizes the historical lesson that great powers can be undermined by leaders who fail to recognize the limits of their power106 . Instead, Trump should adhere to his instinct to negotiate107 .
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The author draws a parallel between the Neoconservative worldview and a "comic book concept" that divides humanity into good and bad guys, ignoring the inherent complexity and "depravity" of human nature. This simplistic view overlooks the potential for unintended consequences and the need for nuanced foreign policy approaches103 .... The author references the Book of Genesis to support the idea of flawed human nature108 .
Title: income tax Author: miles mathis
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The chart from the Tax Foundation, used as a starting point, is deemed untrustworthy by the author due to the foundation's origins and historical dishonesty1 . The foundation was started in 1937 by very rich people from General Motors, Standard Oil, and Johns-Manville1 .
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The provided chart reveals a significant income disparity, showing that the top 1% of the US population possesses 13 times more taxable income than the entire bottom 50%2 . This translates to the top 1% having, on average, 668 times more taxable income than someone in the bottom half of society2 .
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Despite discussions about high top tax brackets, the author argues that the effective tax rate for the very rich is currently lower than ever and is projected to decrease further3 . He views the focus on top bracket percentages as a form of misdirection3 .
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According to the author, half of the country's population now has such low taxable income that eliminating their contribution to federal income taxes would have a minimal impact3 .... This signifies the extent to which the rich have accumulated the majority of the wealth1 ....
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The presented income tax data does not account for the capital held by the wealthy, which is often not taxed as income until it generates new profit5 . This means the true wealth disparity is likely far greater than income figures alone suggest, potentially by a factor of a hundred5 ....
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A significant portion of the federal budget is allocated to "defense" and intelligence, with the author claiming almost half of the 2022 federal taxes collected went to "defense"6 . He argues that much of this spending provides no real value to citizens and primarily enriches the companies and investors in these sectors6 .
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Banking is identified as another major source of income for the rich, through which they allegedly drain the world's treasuries by charging "interest"7 . The author suggests they essentially borrow our money and loan it back at high interest, using the proceeds for further financial speculation with bailout provisions for their losses7 .
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The author criticizes the privatization of resources like minerals and oil, where rich individuals and corporations buy rights cheaply from the government and make billions in profit without adequately compensating the treasury8 . He questions why these individuals should profit so immensely from resources they did not create8 .
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The argument that the rich create jobs is largely dismissed as a myth, with the author contending that the lion's share of profits goes to top executives and rich investors, not to employees9 . He questions the necessity of exorbitant CEO salaries and investor profits, labeling such siphoned money as essentially stolen in an honest society9 .
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Despite presenting himself as a populist, Trump is criticized for actions such as lowering taxes for the rich and proposing the largest defense budget in history, which contradict populist ideals10 . The author views these actions as benefiting his wealthy associates rather than reversing negative trends10 .
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The author posits that the country is now experiencing class warfare between the rich and the superrich, as the bottom 75% are largely untaxable and the superrich have no one left to plunder but the rich11 . This conflict will likely manifest as corporate warfare and the absorption of smaller government departments by larger ones11 .
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Foundations and NGOs are viewed by the author as fronts for the superrich, co-opting and infiltrating areas like art, science, and education rather than advancing them12 .... He argues that these entities further bastardize these fields, rendering the populace incapable of rational thought or resistance13 .
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Title: ☕️ CLUSTERED ☙ Friday, April 18, 2025 ☙ C&C NEWS 🦠 Author: Not explicitly stated (likely associated with coffeeandcovid.com)
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US Secretary Rubio issued a threat to "walk away" from the proxy war in Ukraine if progress isn't made quickly, marking the administration's first such public warning14 . This potential shift in policy is compared to the US withdrawal from Vietnam, where the US eventually bypassed the South Vietnamese leadership15 .
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Following the US threat, Ukraine and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding in preparation for a full minerals deal, focusing on reinvestment, reconstruction, and economic "partnership"16 .... Notably, the MOU did not include any mention of weapons, mutual defense, or security guarantees, and Zelensky's name was absent from the reporting17 ....
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The newly appointed FDA Commissioner, Dr. Marty Makary, announced a "revolutionary plan" that includes removing representatives from Big Pharma companies from FDA drug advisory boards to address conflicts of interest18 .... He expressed shock upon learning that employees of Big Pharma companies were serving on these advisory committees19 .
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Dr. Makary stated that the FDA's number one goal would shift to "delivering cures and meaningful treatments and healthier foods for Americans," a departure from his predecessor's focus on fighting misinformation21 . He also indicated that the FDA's food pyramid, considered bad science, would soon be revised21 ....
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The source highlights a concerning number of recent cancer cluster stories across the US and UK involving varied types of cancer within families and communities, with a noticeable lack of mainstream media coverage23 .... Examples include a family in the UK with esophageal and breast cancers, a brain tumor cluster in a Massachusetts hospital, and other clusters in Illinois, Iowa, and Texas23 ....
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The author suggests that the media's silence on these cancer clusters might be linked to the potential cause being a "federally coordinated pharmaceutical rollout" post-2021, rather than isolated industrial incidents30 .... This theory posits that the mass exposure event might be accelerating latent cancer risks and causing varied cancers32 ....
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President Trump speculated about revoking Harvard University's tax-exempt status as a "public charity" due to its racially discriminatory DEI policies, drawing a parallel to the IRS's past actions against Bob Jones University34 .... The loss of tax-exempt status would mean Harvard would have to pay federal income taxes, and donors could no longer claim tax deductions34 .
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Simultaneously, the Department of Homeland Security threatened to revoke Harvard's eligibility to host international students if it fails to turn over disciplinary records35 .... If Harvard's SEVP status is revoked, current international students would face challenges related to their immigration status36 .
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Gary Shapley, a whistleblower in the Hunter Biden investigation, was appointed as the acting IRS commissioner by President Trump amidst cuts to the IRS budget37 .... This appointment is seen as a strategic move and a jab at Democrats, especially considering Shapley was previously sidelined after his whistleblower activities38 ....
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Prior to his appointment as acting commissioner, Gary Shapley and fellow whistleblower Joseph Ziegler were assigned to Treasury Secretary Bessent's office as senior advisors for IRS reform39 . Shapley was also appointed deputy director of criminal investigations at the IRS39 .
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The reporting of cancer clusters appears to have shifted significantly post-pandemic, with mainstream media largely avoiding these stories, unlike pre-pandemic when they were more readily covered30 . Additionally, post-2021 clusters seem to involve varied cancers within the same families or communities and affect more diffuse populations, contrasting with pre-pandemic clusters often linked to localized industrial contamination40 .
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The author believes the media's silence on the recent cancer clusters stems from the potential implication of a "federally coordinated pharmaceutical rollout," as investigating this could be professionally damaging due to government and pharmaceutical industry influence on media31 .... The silence doesn't negate the reality or significance of the clusters but rather indicates a dangerous trail leading back to those with significant media leverage33 ....