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1. Bipartisan Coalition Finally Tells Europe, and the FBI, To Shove It
lewrockwell.com
2. Britain is heading for a deep, long recession
expose-news.com
3. China: From real Tao to Mao, and then to multipolar fake Tao
thepredatorsversusthepeople.substack.com
4. EN — LARRY ROMANOFF: China’s Electric Vehicles (EVs)
bluemoonofshanghai.com
5. Guilt by Association for Elon Musk's DOGE
unz.com
6. Has President Trump Agreed To Vaccinate Chickens for Bird Flu?
lewrockwell.com
7. Kash Patel Banishes 1,500 FBI Agents from Washington
lewrockwell.com
8. Makow: Political and Social Commentary on Global Issues
henrymakow.com
9. Thank You, DOGE!
lewrockwell.com
10. The Sea Change
unz.com
11. The Tax Benefits of Self-Employment
lewrockwell.com
12. Trump Administration: Digital Control Grid Coming Together at High Speed
lewrockwell.com
13. This Week's Fakes
milesmathis.com
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1. Bipartisan Coalition Finally Tells Europe, and the FBI, To Shove It By lewrockwell.com [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/no_author/bipartisan-coalition-finally-tells-europe-and-the-fbi-to-shove-it/]
Key Takeaways:
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The UK demanded that Apple create a backdoor to access all content uploaded to the cloud by any Apple user worldwide1....
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The UK Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, also known as the Snoopers’ Charter, makes it a criminal offense to reveal that the government has made such a demand2.
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The FBI wanted the power to use hacking techniques if a target is "concealed through technological means"3.
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An Australian firm hacked the San Bernardino shooter's phone4.
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The UK's Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) allows agencies to use hacking techniques and employ "bulk" searches using "general" warrants, targeting locations or groups sharing a common purpose5.
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The IPA mandates companies to turn over even encrypted data for national security, economic well-being, or prevention of serious crime6.
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After the IPA passed in the UK, American opposition to FBI hacking "turtled"6.
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Changes to Rule 41 in America granted authorities wide latitude to break into anything with a warrant6.
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The Twitter Files revealed instances where Twitter was asked to turn over data on soccer fans to UK agencies7.
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US Attorney General William Barr expressed frustration with tech companies regarding encryption, hinting at legislative solutions similar to the IPA8....
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Encryption: The UK's Investigatory Powers Act mandates companies to turn over even encrypted data for any of three reasons: to protect national security, to protect the “economic well-being of the UK,” and for the “prevention or detection of serious crime”6.
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Hacking: The FBI wanted the power to use hacking techniques if a target is "concealed through technological means"3. The UK’s GHCQ has power to use hacking techniques (called “equipment interference”) and to employ “bulk” searches using “general” warrants5.
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Warrant: The UK Investigatory Powers Act allows agencies to employ “bulk” searches using “general” warrants, instead of concrete individuals, the UK can target a location or a group of people who “share a common purpose”5. American authorities were granted wide latitude to break into anything they wanted, provided they had a warrant6.
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Surveillance: Security officials in the United Kingdom have demanded that Apple create a back door allowing them to retrieve all the content any Apple user worldwide has uploaded to the cloud1. The law, known by critics as the Snoopers’ Charter, makes it a criminal offense to reveal that the government has even made such a demand2.
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Data: Twitter was asked to turn over data on soccer fans to a collection of alphabet soup agencies, including the Home Office and the “Football Policing Unit”7. The IPA mandates that companies turn over even encrypted data for any of three reasons: to protect national security, to protect the “economic well-being of the UK,” and for the “prevention or detection of serious crime"6.
2. Britain is heading for a deep, long recession By Rhoda Wilson [https://expose-news.com/2025/02/24/britain-is-heading-for-a-deep-long-recession/]
Key Takeaways:
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Britain is heading for a deep, long recession10....
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Labour MPs want a four-day working week and more people working from home, with nearly all civil servants soon working from home a maximum of four days a week11.
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The UK is now poorer, per head, than all 50 American states12.
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The British Government has a money tsar (David Goldstone) who is paid £50,000 a year to work one day a week13.
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The UK’s public sector bill is now about £250 billion a year14.
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Pay rises awarded to under-worked, over-paid civil servants by Labour added £9 billion to the wage bill14.
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Civil service pensions (paid out of future tax income) will destroy the country14.
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The UK has more draconian restrictions limiting peaceful protest than any other country in the free world15.
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Google, Wikipedia and the corporate media are all guilty of hate crimes15.
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"Presidents aren’t elected, they are appointed"14.
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Recession: Britain is heading for a deep, long recession10....
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Civil Servants: Nearly all civil servants will soon work from home and work a maximum of four days a week11. Britain is sinking under the weight of its massed civil servants. The UK’s public sector bill is now about £250 billion a year14.
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Productivity: Four-day working weeks, work-from-home policies, inflation-busting pay increases and 500,000 more civil servants since last year are occurring while productivity is down10.
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Hate Crime: An alleged hate crime incident is one perceived by someone to be motivated by prejudice or hostility. In my opinion, Google, Wikipedia and the corporate media are all guilty of hate crimes15.
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Protest: The UK has now more draconian restrictions limiting peaceful protest than any other country in the free world15.
3. By Drones, Mines and Missiles - The British Naval War Against Russia in Ukraine By lewrockwell.com [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/no_author/by-drones-mines-and-missiles-the-british-naval-war-against-russia-in-ukraine/]
Key Takeaways:
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Since at least 2014, the United Kingdom has been a major participant in NATO’s proxy war against Russia16.
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Britain has directed a drone and missile campaign in the Black Sea16.
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Britain is likely responsible for attacks against Russian sea transport16.
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Britain is developing new naval drones for further assaults on Russia16.
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Personnel of the Black Sea Attack Network assembled in a hangar in Odessa to receive accolades from Zelensky17.
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The Grace Ferrum product tanker has been badly hit off Libya, suffering holes in hulls below the waterline, suggesting the vessels were targeted with limpet mines18.
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The Russian Ursa Major general cargo ship sank in the Mediterranean after an explosion18.
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The Turkish-owned Koala tanker, laden with 130,000 tonnes of heavy fuel oil, was damaged by three explosions in the Russian port of Ust-Luga18....
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Five ships have been sunk or damaged by limpet mines attached to the ships after they had visited Russian ports19.
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This is an intimidation campaign to deter ship owners and operators from servicing anything Russian19.
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Drones: Britain has directed a drone and missile campaign in the Black Sea16. It is developing new naval drones for further assaults on Russia16.
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Proxy War: Since at least 2014 The United Kingdom has been a major participant in NATO’s proxy war against Russia16.
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Limpet Mines: The Grace Ferrum product tanker has also been badly hit off Libya, all suffering similar damage – holes in hulls below the waterline, leading to some security analysts to suggest the vessels were targeted with limpet mines18. Five ships so far that have been sunk or damaged by limpet mines attached to the ships after they had visited Russian ports19.
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Attacks: Britain is likely responsible for current attacks against Russia related sea transport16.
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Intimidation: Those are five ships so far that have been sunk or damaged by limpet mines attached to the ships after they had visited Russian ports. This is an intimidation campaign to deter ship owners and operators from servicing anything Russian19.
4. China: From real Tao to Mao, and then to multipolar fake Tao By thepredatorsversusthepeople.substack.com [https://thepredatorsversusthepeople.substack.com/p/china-from-real-tao-to-mao-and-then]
Key Takeaways:
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China's incorporation into the global power structure was manipulated by the "Global Mafia"20.
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Until the early 1800s, Asia and especially China, was the dominant player in the world economy and technology21.
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The Opium Wars and the creation of a subordinate elite weakened China22.
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Japan, corrupted by British and American influence, served as a battering ram against China and Russia, starting with the 1904-05 Russo-Japanese war23.
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Wall Street & The City financed Sun Yat-sen’s overthrow of China's Qing dynasty in 191223.
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Communism was a "Glafia project" to suppress China and Russia24.
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Sun Yat-sen was likely poisoned by the British in 192524.
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The "fake de-colonization" after WW2 made ex-colonies dependent proxies through subordinate elites25.
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The current push for a multipolar world is another Glafia project to upset the global balance of powers, using China and Russia as "pieces on a chessboard"26.
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China and Russia will be the new horses pulling Glafia's chariot27.
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Hegemon: According to Giovanni Arrighi (1994), the world capitalist system developed in four cycles, each led by a temporary hegemon, respectively Spain, Holland, England, and the United States26....
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Communism: China had to be suppressed, by placing it in the “communist fridge”, under Mao Zedong, together with Russia (which had been in the communist fridge since the 1917 Revolution). Never forget that communism was also a Glafia project!24.
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Elite: Nearly 22,000 members of China’s communist elite hold secretive offshore companies in British and other tax havens, which makes them highly dependent on Glafia's banksters29.
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Multipolar: This time the move is cleverly being sold by stating that we will go from a bad and disgraced uni-polar world to a good, harmonious and even Taoist multi-polar world30.
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Proxy: With ALL LANDS now brought under control, and the Global Digital Prison on its way to controlling ALL PEOPLE, that powerful Western-Zionist coalition is no longer needed and is being dismantled30.
5. EN — LARRY ROMANOFF: China’s Electric Vehicles (EVs) By Larry Romanoff [https://www.bluemoonofshanghai.com/]
Key Takeaways:
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China has made enormous investments in its own IP to produce high-quality autos31.
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China has more high-speed rail track and trains than the rest of the world combined, and China’s trains are the fastest, the highest-quality and by far the most stable and quiet32.
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Western media criticize China’s EV makers for overcapacity and disrupting international trade33.
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The idea that China has “over-capacity” in EV production is a case of "us" vs "them," where Western exports are praised but Chinese exports are condemned34....
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Elon Musk initially denigrated BYD but later acknowledged their success36.
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Baidu, an internet search giant, is manufacturing EVs with autonomous driving systems37.
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BYD has surpassed all established manufacturers, including Tesla, in terms of appearance, quality and price38.
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BYD made the decision in 2022 to cease production of internal combustion engine models and focus all its attention on all-electric vehicles and a few hybrid models38.
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Apple failed to create a successful EV, while Chinese mobile phone companies have created and marketed very high-quality EVs39.
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BYD is offering free driver assistance tech on cars under $10,00040....
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Electric Vehicles (EVs): China has rapidly evolved to a global leader in electric vehicles (EVs)33.
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Overcapacity: The Western media have been lambasting China’s EV makers for their “overcapacity”, for flooding the world with inexpensive EVs and “disrupting international trade”33.
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Autonomous Driving: It is now possible to call an autonomous (driverless) taxi in many Chinese cities38.
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Quality: Chinese auto quality is outstanding42. Musk also denigrated BYD as inconsequential in the EV world, only to wake up the next morning to discover that BYD was the largest EV manufacturer in the world, with sales outstripping Tesla, and with levels of quality and consumer attraction both significantly higher than with the Tesla product36.
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Innovation: BYD’s workforce exceeded 900,000 at the beginning of 2025, and more than 110,000 of that number was engineers engaged in R&D, making it the automaker with the largest R&D staff in the world43.
6. Guilt by Association for Elon Musk's DOGE, by Ron Unz By Ron Unz [https://unz.com/]
Key Takeaways:
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Gavin Kliger, a 25-year-old DOGE investigator, was attacked by media outlets for being influenced by Ron Unz's "Our American Pravda"44....
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"Guilt by association" is a media tactic used to discredit political opponents46.
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Kliger stated he only read the 2013 article and not the later "American Pravda" posts47.
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Unz's 2013 article was recommended by writers at The Atlantic, Forbes, and Counterpunch48....
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Unz's 2012 article "The Myth of American Meritocracy" documented biases in elite college admissions50....
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The New York Times organized a symposium on Asian Quotas based on Unz's findings52.
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Unz's 2016 book, "The Myth of American Meritocracy and Other Essays," received favorable comments from academics and journalists53.
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The ADL criticized Unz's work in an anonymous column in 201954....
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Unz discussed the Nazi-Zionist economic partnership of the 1930s and the possibility that the Israeli Mossad played a role in the JFK Assassination and the 9/11 Attacks56....
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The ADL was founded to prevent a Jewish rapist and killer from being held legally accountable for his crimes58....
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Guilt by Association: "Guilt by association” is a common media tactic employed to discredit political opponents46.
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Media: The Mother Jones hit piece relied upon this doubtful approach46. This underscores the extreme unfairness of the Mother Jones media attack against Kliger50.
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Meritocracy: One of my central findings had been the very strong quantitative evidence that Harvard and the other Ivy League schools were practicing racial discrimination by surreptitiously maintaining Asian Quotas in their admissions policies51.
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Anti-Semitism: months of my writing and the very considerable readership it attracted had failed to draw any such response60.
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Censorship: This reflects the remarkable cowardice and dishonesty of the American media from which all these individuals derive their knowledge of our world61.
7. Has President Trump Agreed To Vaccinate Chickens for Bird Flu? By lewrockwell.com
Key Takeaways:
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The Trump administration is considering vaccinating chickens to reduce economic fallout from the bird flu outbreak62....
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Egg prices have risen to an average of $4.15 per dozen due to the outbreak63.
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Kevin Hassett indicated that the administration is working on a plan that emphasizes “biosecurity and medication” rather than mass depopulation62.
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The decision to vaccinate commercial flocks rests with federal authorities in consultation with the poultry industry63.
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Any final approval would require Trump administration endorsement63.
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Vaccination: The Trump administration is considering vaccination as a tool to reduce economic fallout from the outbreak63. The decision to vaccinate commercial flocks rests with federal authorities in consultation with the poultry industry, suggesting that any final approval would require Trump administration endorsement63.
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Bird Flu: The Trump administration is considering vaccinating chickens to reduce economic fallout from the bird flu outbreak63.
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Biosecurity: Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, indicated on CBS’s “Face the Nation” on February 16, 2025, that the administration is working on a plan that emphasizes “biosecurity and medication” rather than mass depopulation62.
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Egg Prices: Reports from various sources indicate that Trump’s team is considering vaccination as a tool to reduce economic fallout from the outbreak, which has driven egg prices to an average of $4.15 per dozen in record-high egg prices62....
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Medication: Kevin Hassett, Director of the National Economic Council, indicated on CBS’s “Face the Nation” on February 16, 2025, that the administration is working on a plan that emphasizes “biosecurity and medication” rather than mass depopulation62.
8. Kash Patel Banishes 1,500 FBI Agents from Washington By Paul Craig Roberts [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/paul-craig-roberts/kash-patel-banishes-1500-fbi-agents-from-washington/]
Key Takeaways:
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Kash Patel is sending 1,500 FBI agents from DC into the states64.
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The FBI are the Democrats’ secret police, framing red state politicians, sheriffs, and other officials64.
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The orchestrated arrests produced the headlines that kept the “war on terror” — actually a war for Greater Israel — going in the Middle East65.
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The author suggests keeping the FBI agents locked up in Washington shuffling papers and letting the FBI dwindle away65.
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FBI: The FBI are the Democrats’ secret police64.
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Secret Police: The FBI are the Democrats’ secret police. They frame red state politicians, sheriffs, and other officials64.
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Red States: Please Kash, keep them out of red states. Perhaps you are hoping they will resign. Otherwise it is a bad idea64.
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War on Terror: The orchestrated arrests produced the headlines that kept the “war on terror” — actually a war for Greater Israel — going in the Middle East65.
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Prosecutorial Abuse: Paul Craig Roberts, a former Assistant Secretary of the US Treasury and former associate editor of the Wall Street Journal, has been reporting shocking cases of prosecutorial abuse for two decades66.
9. Makow: Political and Social Commentary on Global Issues By henrymakow.com
Key Takeaways:
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Washington, D.C. has been stealing, with $4.7 trillion almost impossible to trace67.
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Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers supports a bill to replace "mother" with "inseminated person" in state law68.
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Andrew Carrington Hitchcock's "The Synagogue of Satan" is recommended68....
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More than 50 NY Rabbis call for an end to mass deportations69.
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Stew Peters exposes Israel, from WW3 to alternative media psyops70.
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American power is being restored for the defence of Israel and the genocide of goyim in war71.
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Trump will nominate retired Lieutenant General Dan "Razin" Caine to succeed Brown72.
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Israel ramps up atrocity hysteria in preparation for renewed slaughter of Palestinians73.
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Elon Musk claims the Ukrainian president killed an American journalist74.
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A Pfizer scientist says Covid "vaccines" are "poison" and that "crimes against humanity have been committed"75.
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Corruption: So essentially the entire town of Washington, D.C. has been stealing67.
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Genocide: American power is being restored for the defence of Israel and the genocide of goyim in war71.
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Atrocity Hysteria: Israel ramps up atrocity hysteria in preparation for renewed slaughter of Palestinians73.
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Vaccines: Pfizer Scientist: "Covid 'Vaccines' Are 'Poison'. Crimes Against Humanity Have Been Committed"75.
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Prophecy: Chabad-Lubavitch and the Globalist-Prophecy-Fulfillment Scheme76.
10. Thank You, DOGE! By lewrockwell.com [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/no_author/thank-you-doge/]
Key Takeaways:
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Peter argues that no matter how many cuts are made, the government’s nature ensures that fraud and abuse will persist77.
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Without market forces exerting pressure on bureaucrats, the state has no reason to spend and allocate resources wisely77.
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The representatives of Doge actually have authority granted to them by the president to go through various agencies and departments and try to eliminate what they can without congressional approval78.
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If you’re not corrupt, you’re not going to stay in Washington79.
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DOGE: Peter addresses the renewed buzz surrounding Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)77.
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Fraud: Without market forces exerting pressure on bureaucrats, the state has to reason to spend and allocate resources wisely. The representatives of Doge actually have authority granted to them by the president to go through various agencies and departments and try to eliminate what they can without congressional approval, spending that is determined to be wasteful, fraudulent, abusive77....
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Abuse: Peter argues that no matter how many cuts are made, the government’s nature ensures that fraud and abuse will persist. Without market forces exerting pressure on bureaucrats, the state has to reason to spend and allocate resources wisely77.
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Corruption: Can stay there because if you’re not corrupt, you’re not going to stay in Washington79.
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Bureaucrats: Without market forces exerting pressure on bureaucrats, the state has to reason to spend and allocate resources wisely77.
11. The Sea Change, by Israel Shamir By Israel Shamir [https://unz.com/]
Key Takeaways:
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The world is performing a rare volte face under the daring captainship of Donald Trump and his breakneck mates Elon Musk and JD Vance80.
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Our fragile life was about to collapse when the young programmers of DOGE dove into deep cellars of hidden data and uncovered the pearls81.
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The political elite of Europe is deeply disconnected from the real interests of the European people82.
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All calls for peace are forbidden in Europe82.
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DOGE: Our fragile life was about to collapse when the young programmers of DOGE dove into deep cellars of hidden data and uncovered the pearls81.
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Peace: Bear in mind that all calls for peace are forbidden in Europe82.
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Political Elite: The leading political parties of Germany do not have a single new solution in their program. The speakers supported the point of view of US Vice President Vance at the Munich Conference, who pointed out that the political elite of Europe is deeply disconnected from the real interests of the European people82.
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Data: Our fragile life was about to collapse when the young programmers of DOGE dove into deep cellars of hidden data and uncovered the pearls81.
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Regime Change: Millions earmarked for regime change, for neutering boys and girls, for planting tempest and reaping storm all over the world81.
12. The Tax Benefits of Self-Employment By Charles Hugh Smith [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/charles-hugh-smith/the-tax-benefits-of-self-employment/]
Key Takeaways:
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Lowering one’s tax burden is not the reason to pursue self-employment, but it is something worth understanding if you’re exploring self-employment83.
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The simplified form for wage earners offers precious little in the way of deductions or tax breaks84.
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If you have a receipt, then you are free to deduct reasonable expenses (Client A, drove X miles to post office to mail packages, etc.)85.
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There’s wiggle-room in expenses85.
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There’s the Qualified Business Income Deduction, a deduction available to most sole proprietor enterprises that tax-prep software such as TurboTax generates automatically86.
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If you have a dedicated home office, the costs of that percentage of your house can be deducted as an expense86.
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Tax Burden: Lowering one’s tax burden is not the reason to pursue self-employment, but it is something worth understanding if you’re exploring self-employment83.
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Self-Employment: Lowering one’s tax burden is not the reason to pursue self-employment, but it is something worth understanding if you’re exploring self-employment83.
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Deductions: The simplified form for wage earners is much easier, of course, but it offers precious little in the way of deductions or tax breaks84.
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Expenses: If you have a receipt, then you are free to deduct reasonable expenses85.
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Home Office: If you have a dedicated home office, the costs of that percentage of your house can be deducted as an expense86.
13. Trump Administration: Digital Control Grid Coming Together at High Speed By lewrockwell.com [https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/02/no_author/trump-administration-digital-control-grid-coming-together-at-high-speed/]
Key Takeaways:
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The plan being implemented is highly strategic and has been in the planning stages for quite a while87.
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The REAL ID is being supported with a strong push through the states87.
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The Stargate initiative involves the building out of data centers sufficient to support a complete control grid and all-digital monetary system88.
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The proposal for personalized mRNA “vaccines” for cancer (and everything else) indicates a plan to roll out the injection program sufficient to implement the Internet of Bodies and continue to lower life expectancy88....
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The DOGE takeover of Treasury payment systems, combined with the purge of the civil service, is designed to end89.
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The marketing pitch is that “past lawlessness justifies current lawlessness”90.
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The control grid and the land grab will override any progress made on those fronts, unless it is stopped, which it still can be91.
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Weather warfare will continue to support the land grab on an ongoing basis and comes with the ability to manipulate the media—old and new—to suppress the death counts91.
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This is a coup91....
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If the current effort is successful, our children and grandchildren will never know the blessings that we have known93.
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Digital Control Grid: Trump Administration: Digital Control Grid Coming Together at High Speed87.
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Digital IDs: The REAL ID is being supported with a strong push through the states. The immigration effort also appears to be supporting the combination of digital IDs plus biometrics87....
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Stargate: The Stargate initiative involves the building out of data centers sufficient to support a complete control grid and all-digital monetary system88.
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mRNA Injections: Stargate mRNA Injections The proposal for personalized mRNA “vaccines” for cancer (and everything else) indicates a plan to roll out the injection program sufficient to implement the Internet of Bodies and continue to lower life expectancy88....
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Weather Warfare: Weather warfare will continue to support the land grab on an ongoing basis and comes with the ability to manipulate the media—old and new—to suppress the death counts91.
14. This Week's Fakes By Miles Mathis [No URL Provided]
Key Takeaways:
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Google, Bing, and Yahoo have not been successful in censoring me.
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They want you to think the citizens of Lahaina are living in that FEMA camp, because that keeps them from having to admit the truth: those people aren't there and are never coming back because they were bought out or bought off and had to sign non-disclosure agreements94.
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Trump is suggesting chemtrails are causing autism, and that he is going to look into it95.
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They want you to think it is chemtrails instead of vaccines95.
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They had some fake scientist on claiming that the blood clots all over the body were real, but were caused somehow by Covid95.
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The next segment is about a new pancreatic cancer vaccine95.
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Even the Babylon Bee pushed the story of the Hamas parade celebrating the dead babies96.
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That “parade” was staged by Israel96.
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Trust in the news has crashed down to near zero, and that includes belief in stories like this96.
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Trump is calling for paper ballots in all elections97.
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Censoring: Google, Bing, and Yahoo have not been successful in censoring me98.
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FEMA Camp: They want you to think the citizens of Lahaina are living in that FEMA camp, because that keeps them from having to admit the truth: those people aren't there and are never coming back because they were bought out or bought off and had to sign non-disclosure agreements94.
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Chemtrails: Trump is suggesting chemtrails are causing autism, and that he is going to look into it. They want you to think it is chemtrails instead of vaccines95.
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Dead Babies: A really despicable lie, since this “parade” was staged by Israel. Do you think they are wearing those masks due to Covid? No, they are wearing them to hide their big Phoenician noses.I know because there never were any Jewish babies, either kidnapped or killed96.
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Paper Ballots: The good news is Trump is calling for paper ballots in all elections97.
Briefing Document: Analysis of Provided Sources
Overall Themes:
Geopolitical Shifts & The Role of Major Powers: Many sources focus on the changing global landscape, particularly concerning the roles of the US, China, Russia, and the UK. There is a sense of a decline in US hegemony and the rise of a multipolar world, along with associated conflicts and realignments.
Economic Concerns & Financial Manipulation: Several sources express deep concerns about economic instability, inflation, debt, and potential financial manipulation by global elites and central banks. The rise of digital currencies and their potential for both control and land grabs are also highlighted.
Technological Transformation & Control: The rapid development of new technologies, such as AI, electric vehicles, and maritime drones, is examined both for its potential benefits and for its risks of increased surveillance, control, and warfare.
Political Corruption & Manipulation: A pervasive theme is the belief that political systems are deeply corrupt, manipulated by powerful individuals and groups, and that mainstream narratives are often false or misleading.
Cultural & Ideological Conflict: The sources touch on various cultural and ideological conflicts, including those related to free speech, identity politics, and the influence of specific religious or ideological groups.
Detailed Analysis by Source:
1. "Bipartisan Coalition Finally Tells Europe, and the FBI, To Shove It - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: This article discusses concerns over government surveillance powers, particularly those acquired by the UK and potentially sought by the US FBI.
Key Points:British law grants extensive surveillance capabilities with warrants. "That was a game-over moment.”
Examples are given of UK authorities requesting data from Twitter on seemingly trivial matters (e.g., soccer fans).
US Attorney General William Barr expressed a desire for similar powers to those held by the UK.
Fear that US authorities were trying to use the excuse of cybersecurity to expand their own powers.
2. "Britain is heading for a deep, long recession – The Expose.pdf"
Main Idea: This piece expresses a pessimistic outlook on the UK's economic future, arguing that it is in decline.
Key Points:Criticism of government spending and decision-making.
Comparison of the UK to the US, finding the UK poorer per head than all 50 states.
Cynical tone and questioning of political figures.
3. "By Drones, Mines and Missiles - The British Naval War Against Russia in Ukraine - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: The article accuses the UK of being a major participant in a proxy war against Russia in Ukraine, using drones, missiles, and other naval warfare tactics.
Key Points:UK is accused of directing drone and missile attacks against Russian targets in the Black Sea, including the Kerch Bridge.
British intelligence is said to be behind a network targeting Russian shipping.
Claims that Russia successfully identified and disrupted the British-run Black Sea Attack Network (BSAN).
Accusation that the UK is involved in a new campaign of attaching limpet mines to ships that have visited Russian ports.
Discussion of new British naval drones being developed for use in Ukraine.
4. "China_ From real Tao to Mao, and then to multipolar fake Tao.pdf"
Main Idea: This source presents a historical narrative of China's interactions with the West, arguing that China has been consistently targeted for subjugation by Western powers, and that communism was a Western project to contain China. It expresses skepticism about the proposed multipolar world order led by China and Russia.
Key Points:Claims that Western powers, particularly Britain and the US, have sought to control China for centuries.
Argues that communism was used to suppress China. "China had to be suppressed, by placing it in the 'communist fridge', under Mao Zedong, together with Russia (which had been in the communist fridge since the 1917 Revolution). Never forget that communism was also a Glafia project!"
Cites Antony Sutton's predictions about the role of American corporations in China's development.
Expresses skepticism that a multipolar world order led by China and Russia will bring global peace and freedom.
Claims that Western bankers still control the global financial system, limiting China's autonomy. "As long as Glafia's bankers stay in charge of our money system, there will be no 'autonomous' China, nor any other 'self-reliant' countries or regions, or a 'sustainable' world, or a 'free' world."
5. "EN — LARRY ROMANOFF_ China’s Electric Vehicles (EVs).pdf"
Main Idea: This article promotes China's advancements in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, refuting Western media claims of overcapacity and a desire to dominate the world.
Key Points:Argues that China's EV industry is high-quality and innovative. "China has rapidly evolved to a global leader in electric vehicles (EVs)."
Claims that Western media criticisms of China's EV overcapacity are unfair and biased.
Highlights the success of Chinese EV manufacturers like BYD, Huawei, and Xiaomi.
Compares Chinese autonomous driving systems favorably to those of Tesla.
6. "Guilt by Association for Elon Musk's DOGE, by Ron Unz - The Unz Review.pdf"
Main Idea: The article alludes to the importance of controlling narratives and information.
Key Points:Importance of independent voices.
Mentions the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and its historical role. "The ADL was founded just over a century ago with the central goal of preventing a Jewish rapist and killer from being held legally accountable for his crimes, and over the decades, it eventually metastasized into a secret political police..."
7. "Has President Trump Agreed To Vaccinate Chickens for Bird Flu_ - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: This is a fact-checking article addressing the claim that President Trump has authorized the vaccination of chickens for bird flu.
Key Points:Reports that the Trump administration has a plan for poultry vaccination against avian flu.
Notes that the USDA granted conditional approval to a drug company for this purpose.
8. "Kash Patel Banishes 1,500 FBI Agents from Washington - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: Expresses concern about the reassignment of FBI agents from Washington, D.C.
Key Points:Urges Kash Patel to keep the agents out of red states, fearing they will target conservatives.
Accuses the FBI of being the Democrats' "secret police."
Raises historical concerns about FBI misconduct and entrapment.
9. "Makow: Political and Social Commentary on Global Issues"
Main Idea: A collection of various political and social commentaries, often presenting controversial viewpoints.
Key Points:Criticism of mainstream narratives and figures.
Concerns about financial corruption, debt, and crypto currencies.
Accusations against certain religious or ideological groups.
Claims about elite manipulation and hidden agendas.
Mentions the World Economic Forum's (WEF) agenda and transhumanism.
10. "Thank You, DOGE! - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: Discusses the role of debt and interest rates in the economy.
Key Points:Argues that low interest rates encourage borrowing and consumption.
Suggests that politicians are afraid to raise interest rates because it would cause a recession.
Suggests DOGE is helpful for exposing the corruption in the government.
11. "The Sea Change, by Israel Shamir - The Unz Review.pdf"
Main Idea: This article presents a hopeful view of a global shift in power, led by Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and JD Vance, moving away from potential doom.
Key Points:Belief that Trump, Musk, and Vance are steering the world away from disaster.
Optimism about improved relations between the US and Russia.
Criticism of Western media outlets and their negative portrayals of Trump and Russia.
Accusations that anti-Putin organizations are largely financed and staffed by Jewish individuals.
Hope that Putin's goals related to NATO expansion will be achieved.
12. "The Tax Benefits of Self-Employment - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: This is a straightforward guide to the tax benefits available to self-employed individuals.
Key Points:Explains how to deduct business expenses.
Highlights the flexibility and wiggle-room in expense deductions.
13. "Trump Administration_ Digital Control Grid Coming Together at High Speed - LewRockwell.pdf"
Main Idea: This article expresses alarm about the development of a digital control grid under the Trump administration, potentially giving private companies and global central bankers immense power.
Key Points:Concerns about the New York Fed and global central bankers controlling fiscal flows.
Claims that Elon Musk and Silicon Valley are replacing the Executive Branch and Congress in fiscal control.
Fear that Bitcoin is being used in a Ponzi scheme to transfer wealth and land to the elite.
Suggests this will dramatically lower the economic footprint of the average American.
14. "feb22.pdf" (Miles Mathis)
Main Idea: This is an update from the author, thanking donors and addressing censorship.
Key Points:Expresses gratitude for donations received.
Claims that Google, Bing, and Yahoo are illegally censoring his work.
Mentions filing reports with the FTC and Regulations.gov.
Seeks legal assistance to pursue a case against the search engines.
A bipartisan effort is pushing back against European and FBI overreach regarding encryption. Britain's economy faces a recession due to governmental policies and spending. China's rise involves manipulation by global elites and a transition from traditional values to a controlled state. China's dominance in the electric vehicle market stems from long-term planning and strategic investments, while the West struggles to compete. One writer defends his work against guilt-by-association attacks, highlighting media bias and suppressed information regarding the ADL. The benefits to being self-employed are highlighted, emphasizing the tax advantages that outweigh the difficulties. Finally, one writer claims that various mainstream and alternative media outlets are pushing fake narratives and that corruption is exposed, giving hope for real change.
Study Guide
Quiz
Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.
According to one of the provided sources, what was the reaction of some Twitter executives to a request from British police regarding the use of the 'N word' on the platform?
What is the Black Sea Attack Network (BSAN), and who is suspected of directing it during the conflict in Ukraine?
According to one source, what is the job of the British government's money tsar?
What is "Glafia" and what role did it play in world history, according to one of the provided sources?
What is the Western media accusing China's EV makers of doing and what are the reasons given?
What is BYD, and how does it compare to Tesla in the electric vehicle market, according to one of the sources?
What is the "God's Eye" system in the context of electric vehicles, and which company developed it?
According to Ron Unz, what negative consequences derive from control of narrative?
According to one of the provided sources, what is Musk operating as in a "Venetian sense?"
According to one source, what should Peter (likely Peter Schiff) be commended for?
Quiz Answer Key
Twitter executives had to explain to the British police that some users were black themselves, and tweets like “RAHEEM STERLING IS DAT NIGGA” were not necessarily hateful conduct. The author states that the fact that British police needed American executives to interpret sports slang is a "horror movie in itself."
The Black Sea Attack Network (BSAN) is a network that was pushing the Russian fleet out of Sevastopol in Crimea. Britain is suspected of directing the BSAN to push the Russian fleet out of Sevastopol in Crimea.
The British government's money tsar is the Chairman of the office for Value for Money. He is paid £50,000 a year to work one day a week.
"Glafia" is described as the hidden driving force behind world history in the last 500 years, placing China on its list of Eurasian empires to be "normalized". It also apparently had a hand in Japan's corruption.
Western media accuses China's EV makers of "overcapacity" and "flooding the world" with inexpensive EVs. The reason given is that this disrupts global markets and hurts local industries in Europe and the US, driven by government subsidies and incentives.
BYD is China's largest EV manufacturer, and has surpassed long-established manufacturers in terms of appearance, quality, and price and has also surpassed Tesla. In 2022, BYD made the decision to focus on all-electric and hybrid models.
"God's Eye" is a highly advanced driver-assistance (autonomous) system available in automobiles. BYD developed the system in-house with entirely Chinese IP.
From control of narrative, Ron Unz states, derives the important consequences which "allows murderers to be transmuted into martyrs and villains into heroes."
According to one of the provided sources, Musk is operating as the titular “Doge” in the Venetian sense. He and his team—and whatever private companies and foreign governments are now sharing those data—have replaced the Executive Branch and Congress in terms of control and operation of the fiscal side of government.
According to one source, Peter (likely Peter Schiff) should be commended for exposing the character of most politicians and elites through his analysis of monetary policy and debt.
Essay Questions
Consider these questions for deeper analysis and synthesis.
Analyze the different perspectives on the UK's economic status and future as presented in the provided texts. What are the key arguments and supporting evidence for each?
Discuss the role of the United Kingdom in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, according to the sources. What actions are they accused of, and what motivations are implied?
Examine the claims made about China's electric vehicle industry. Is there an overcapacity problem, and what are the implications for global trade?
Evaluate the perspectives on Elon Musk presented in the texts. Is he a force for good or a potential danger, and what evidence is used to support these views?
Synthesize the various themes of global power dynamics, economic manipulation, and geopolitical conflict that emerge from the provided sources. What overarching narrative can be constructed from these fragmented perspectives?
Glossary of Key Terms
BRICS: An acronym for Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, referring to a bloc of emerging economies.
Black Sea Attack Network (BSAN): A network allegedly directed by the UK to undermine the Russian fleet in the Black Sea, particularly around Crimea.
DOGE: Likely refers to Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency, also a reference to Elon Musk's influence and power in the financial and technological landscape.
Glafia: A term used to describe a hidden force manipulating global events, particularly related to the rise and fall of empires.
Integrity Initiative: An anti-Russian operation launched through the UK government’s Institute of Statecraft.
IPA: Possibly refers to "Information Processing Agreement" or a similar legal request for data.
Kerch Bridge: A bridge connecting Russia to Crimea, a strategic target in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Limpet Mines: Underwater mines attached to ships, used to cause damage below the waterline.
MI6: The British Secret Intelligence Service.
Russiagate: A controversy surrounding alleged Russian interference in the 2016 United States presidential election.
Skripal Affair: The poisoning of Sergei and Yulia Skripal in the UK, which led to diplomatic tensions between Russia and the West.
Storm Shadow missile: A long-range, air-launched cruise missile used by the UK and other countries.
The City: Refers to the financial district of London, a major center of global finance.
UN/NWO: The source mentions the controlled alternative media speaking about Putin and his actions with the UN as a new global order.
Zio-Right: A term that was used to discuss the shift narrative from commie-left to a right perspective.
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Welcome to the dailybrief.com. Lenny and Maria, February twenty fourth deep dive podcast show. Today, we're diving into a really interesting mix. Economics, global power, shifts, even a dash of tech. You've sent us articles on everything from The UK's economic outlook to China's electric vehicle boom.
So let's jump right in. Yeah. What's fascinating here is how these seemingly separate topics actually connect. We're gonna see how economic trends in one country can be intertwined with political narratives technological advancements are reshaping global power dynamics. Okay.
Let's unpack this. First up is doctor Vernon Coleman's piece on The UK economy. He's basically waving a giant red flag saying things are about to go south. Yeah. Coleman's big concern is declining productivity in The UK.
He specifically calls out policies like the four day work week and work from home arrangements, arguing they're actually hurting the economy. Right. And he doesn't stop there. Right. He also criticizes what he sees as bad financial decisions by the UK government, like their large contributions to EU pensions and increasing support for AstraZeneca even though a company is making huge profits.
That raises some interesting questions. You've been following UK economic trends. What's your take on Kalman's pessimism? Is he being overly dramatic, or are his concerns valid? Well, he's definitely painting a worst case scenario.
But some of his points, especially about productivity and government spending, are things economists have been debating for a while. It's not just Coleman sounding the alarm. It's a complex picture for sure. Economies are constantly influx, and predicting the future is always a gamble. But Coleman does highlight some potential pressure points in The UK system that are worth paying attention to.
Now for something completely different, we have an article from the Predators versus the People that takes a deep dive into China's rise as a global superpower. But here's the twist. They're suggesting this rise might not be entirely organic. This article presents a thought provoking, if controversial theory. It argues that powerful global forces orchestrated China's rise using communism as a tool for control.
Hold on. Are they saying China is basically a pawn in some larger scheme? That's essentially the argument. They delve into historical events like the Opium Wars and the influence of figures like the Rockefellers, who some see as representing powerful US business dynasties to support this claim. They even mentioned a supposed secret agreement between Britain and The US in the late nineteenth century to control all of Eurasia.
Okay. That's definitely pushing into conspiracy theory territory. But it makes you think, what if there's even a grain of truth to it? How does that change how we view China on the world stage? It challenges the common narrative of China as an independent actor solely pursuing its own interests.
This article suggests there might be hidden layers of influence at play. It's definitely a different lens to view things through. Yeah. Now shifting gears to a more concrete topic. We have Larry Romanoff's article, which paints a very different picture of China, focusing on its innovation and tech prowess, particularly in the electric vehicle market.
Romanoff highlights China's long term vision and strategic planning. He explains how they recognize the potential of electric vehicles decades ago and invested heavily in research and development and building their supply chains. And it seems to have paid off big time. They're absolutely dominating the EV market now. They've become a major force for sure.
Romanoff explains how Chinese tech giants like Huawei and Xiaomi have successfully transitioned into the electric vehicle market, leveraging their existing expertise and brand recognition to gain a competitive edge. That's a really interesting connection. What prompted these tech companies to jump into the car making business? Romanoff argues they saw the writing on the wall. They understood the future of transportation is electric and that this was a chance to be at the forefront of a major technological shift.
And they weren't afraid to go head to head with established players like Tesla, were they? Not at all. In fact, Romanoff argues that Western car brands are struggling to compete with Chinese EVs on both quality and price. He specifically mentions BYD, a Chinese EV manufacturer that's already outselling Tesla in some markets. Wait.
BYD is actually outselling Tesla. How are they pulling that off? What's fascinating about BYD is they're not just competing on price. They're giving away features that Tesla charges a premium for. For example, they offer advanced driver assistance technology for free.
You could say they're playing the long game building market share first first and worrying about profits later. So we have these two very different perspectives on China. One, portraying it as a puppet of global elites, and the other as a technological powerhouse that's leaving Western companies in the dust. It's almost like two completely different realities. It's a stark reminder that there are always multiple narratives at play on the world stage.
It's up to us to sift through the information, consider different viewpoints, and try to piece together our own understanding of what's really going on. Speaking of different viewpoints Mhmm. Let's move on to this article from the UNS review about Elon Musk and the ADL. This one dives into the media's use of guilt by association, a tactic that's becoming increasingly common. This article examines a case where a young government efficiency expert working for Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency was targeted by the media because of his association with the writings of Ron Unz, who has written extensively on controversial topics like media bias and racial disparities.
So they're trying to discredit this guy Mhmm. By linking him to someone controversial, even if his actual work has nothing to do with those controversial topics. Exactly. The article argues this is a form of censorship, a way to silence dissenting voices by making people afraid to even associate with certain individuals or ideas. It's almost like a modern day witch hunt, isn't it?
If you express the wrong opinion or associate with the wrong people, you're automatically labeled a heretic. The article definitely makes that comparison. It raises some important questions about media bias and the chilling effect that guilt by association tactics can have on free speech and open dialogue. It makes you wonder how much of what we read and hear is shaped by these kinds of tactics. How do we know what to believe anymore when information is being manipulated like this?
That's a question we all need to be asking ourselves. It highlights the importance of being critical consumers of information, of seeking out multiple perspectives and not taking anything at face value. Well said. Now on to Henry Makow's blog posts. He seems to have a knack for diving head first into some of the most controversial topics out there.
Makow certainly doesn't shy away from anything. He's written about financial corruption in the US government, the influence of certain groups like Chabad Lubavitch, which some believe exerts significant political influence, and the possibility that wars are being deliberately engineered for profit or political gain. Wow. He's not pulling any punches. Is he essentially saying that there are hidden agendas controlling world events?
Yeah. The things are not what they seem? That's the implication. He seems to be suggesting that powerful forces are working behind the scenes to shape global events for their own benefit. It's a lot to process.
Mhmm. I mean, if even a fraction of what he's alleging is true, it paints a very different picture of the world. These are serious allegations, and it's important to approach them with a healthy dose of skepticism. But it's also important to keep an open mind and consider the possibility that there might be more going on than what we're being told. It's definitely a lot to think about.
You know, amidst all this talk of global conspiracies and the economic doom and gloom, it's almost refreshing to come across an article that focuses on something a little more practical, taxes. Yes. The article by Charles Hugh Smith from LouRockwell.com, he delves into the often overlooked tax benefits of being self employed. It seems like he's trying to highlight some of the financial perks of striking out on your own being your own boss. Exactly.
He contrast the various deductions and breaks available to the self employed with the more limited options for traditional wage earners. He points out that if you're self employed, you can deduct expenses like health care retirement contributions and even home office costs. That's good to know. I mean, nobody enjoys paying taxes. But if there are legal ways to reduce your tax burden, why not take advantage of them?
His article reminds us that the tax code is complex and can work in your favor if you understand the rules. It's a practical takeaway for anyone considering entrepreneurship or freelancing. Okay. Last but not least, we have Miles Mathis's newsletter, which takes a pretty skeptical view of current events. He seems to question everything.
Mathis is known for his unconventional theories and his willingness to challenge established narratives. In this newsletter, he tackles topics like chemtrails, vaccine related blood clots, and even Donald Trump's call for paper ballots. It sounds like he's not afraid to go against the grain and poke holes in widely accepted beliefs. Not at all. He raises questions about official narratives and encourages readers to think critically about the information they're being fed, especially when it comes from authorities or mainstream media.
So what are some of his key arguments in this newsletter? He challenges the common narrative about chemtrails causing autism and questions the mainstream explanation for the increase in blood clots suggesting it might be linked to vaccines rather than COVID nineteen. He's definitely hitting on some sensitive topics there. What's his point about Donald Trump and paper ballots? He's highlighting Trump's concerns about the potential for election manipulation with electronic voting systems and his call for a return to paper ballots, which are seen as more secure and less susceptible to fraud.
That ties into the whole theme of skepticism and distrust of institutions we've been seeing in some of these other sources. It's like a growing number of people are starting to question everything they're being told. There's definitely a sense that trust in authorities and institutions is eroding. Whether it's governments, media outlets, or even scientific experts, people are becoming more skeptical and demanding more transparency and accountability. Well, we've covered a lot of ground in this first part of our deep dive Yeah.
From the economic prospects of The UK to the intricacies of China's rise and even delved into the controversial world of conspiracy theories. We've given our listeners a lot to think about. It's been a whirlwind tour of some fascinating and sometimes unsettling topics, and we're just getting started. In the next part of our deep dive, we'll explore the implications of these trends and ideas and discuss how they might shape the future. You know, as we delve deeper into these sources, a recurring theme that keeps emerging is the sense of a power shift happening on the global stage.
Yeah. It's like the old world order is crumbling and a new one is struggling to take shape. Exactly. We see this in Coleman's warnings about The UK's declining economic influence, in the contrasting narratives about China's rise, and even in Mathis's skepticism of established institutions. It feels like a time of great uncertainty where old certainties are being questioned and new power dynamics are emerging.
This raises an important question. What does this power shift mean for individuals like you? How can we navigate this changing landscape effectively? That's a big one. It feels like we're being pulled in so many different directions.
On one hand, we're told to embrace globalization and interconnectedness Yeah. While on the other, we see rising nationalism and protectionism. It's a paradox, isn't it? The forces of globalization and fragmentation seem to be operating simultaneously. So how do we make sense of it all?
I think it starts with recognizing that the world is becoming increasingly complex. There are no easy answers or one size fits all solutions. Mhmm. We need to develop a more nuanced and adaptable approach to understanding global events. So instead of trying to cling to outdated models of how the world works Yeah.
We need to embrace flexibility in critical thinking. Exactly. We need to be willing to question our assumptions, consider multiple perspectives, and adapt to changing circumstances. It sounds like we need to become more like chameleons. Why?
People blend in and adapt to different environments. That's a great analogy. The the ability to adapt is becoming increasingly crucial in this rapidly changing world. You know, another theme that I've noticed in these sources is this idea of individual empowerment. I see that as well.
Despite all the talk of powerful forces shaping world events, there's also a sense that individuals have the power to make a difference. Even in the face of global challenges and complex systems, we still have agency. Precisely. We see this in Smith's article about the tax benefits of self employment. He's essentially saying that even within a complex system like the tax code, individuals have the power to make choices that benefit them.
And in Mathis' newsletter, he's encouraging people to think for themselves, to question official narratives Yeah. And to challenge the status quo. These are powerful messages of empowerment. They're reminding us that we're not just passive bystanders in the unfolding drama of world events. We have the ability to make choices, to raise our voices, and to shape our own destinies.
It's about taking ownership of our lives and our place in the world. Exactly. It's about recognizing that we have a role to play in shaping the future, both individually and collectively. You know, thinking about all this talk of power shifts individual empowerment and questioning narratives. Mhmm.
It makes me wonder about the role of technology in all of this. Ah, technology. The double edged sword. It has the potential to both empower and enslave us. On one hand, it connects us gives us access to information and creates new opportunities.
But on the other hand, it can be used for surveillance control and manipulation. We see this in Romanoff's article about China's EV market. He highlights the potential for smartphones to be integrated with vehicles, creating a seamless and interconnected experience. But he also hints at the darker side of this integration, the potential for surveillance and control. It's like we're constantly walking this tight rope between the benefits and risks of technology.
And it's a tight rope that's becoming increasingly difficult to navigate as technology advances at an exponential rate. It's essential that we engage in thoughtful discussions about its implications. We need to consider both the intended and unintended consequences of technological advancements. Precisely. We need to ask ourselves, who benefits from these technologies?
Who is being left behind? What are the long term implications for society and for humanity as a whole? It's easy to get caught up in the excitement of new gadgets and innovations, but we need to be mindful of the bigger picture. We need to ensure that technology serves humanity rather than the other way around. It sounds like we need to become more tech savvy, and not just in terms of using technology, but also in terms of understanding its implications.
Absolutely. We needed to develop a critical understanding of technology, its potential, and its pitfalls. It's about becoming informed and empowered users, not just passive consumers. It's about becoming informed and empowered users, not just passive consumers. Yeah.
Exactly. You know, one thing that really stood out to me in the article about Elon Musk and the ADL was this idea of guilt by association as a tool for silencing dissenting voices. Right. That's a powerful tactic that's often used to discredit individuals or ideas by linking them to something controversial or unpopular. It's a way of shutting down conversation and stifling debate.
Precisely. It creates a climate of fear where people are afraid to express their opinions or challenge the status quo for fear of being labeled or ostracized. It's almost like a modern day wish hunt where anyone who deviates from the accepted narrative is branded a heretic. That's a chilling thought. It's essential that we resist these tactics and open dialogue.
Yeah. Even if we disagree with someone's views, it's important to allow those views to be heard and debated. Suppression of dissent is a slippery slope. It leads to a narrowing of perspectives, a stifling of innovation, and ultimately a weakening of society as a whole. You know, when we think about guilt by association and the suppression of dissent, it makes me wonder about the role of the media in all of this.
The media plays a powerful role in shaping public opinion and framing narratives. They have the power to amplify certain voices while silencing others. And as we've seen in the article about Elon Musk, they can use tactics like guilt by association to discredit individuals or ideas that challenge the status quo. It's a reminder that the media is not always objective or impartial. They often have their own agendas and biases.
It's essential to be critical consumers of media, to question what we're being told Yeah. And to seek out diverse perspectives. We need to be aware of the power of media framing Right. And to recognize that there's often more to the story than what's being presented. It's about becoming informed and discerning citizens, able to sift through the noise and find the signal.
Thinking about the media's role in shaping narratives and suppressing dissent, it makes me wonder about the broader issue of information control. That's a complex and concerning issue in the digital age. We're seeing increasing attempts to control the flow of information, From censorship and surveillance to algorithmic manipulation and propaganda. It seems like there are forces at play trying to restrict our access to information and shape our perceptions. It's a battle for the control of the narrative.
Uh-huh. For the power to define reality. And as we become increasingly reliant on technology for information, we become more vulnerable to these forms of control. It's a reminder that freedom of information is essential for a healthy democracy and a thriving society. We need to be vigilant in defending our right to access information, to question authority, and to think for ourselves.
We need to resist attempts to censor, manipulate, or control the flow of information. It's about reclaiming our power as individuals to seek out truth, to challenge narratives and to form our own opinions. Well, it's been another fascinating deep dive. I feel like we've barely scratched the surface of these topics. Me too.
There's always more to explore. It's the beauty of it, isn't it? There's always something new to learn and new connections to make. Exactly. It's an ongoing process.
So as we wrap up, I just wanna say a huge thank you to all of our listeners for joining us on this journey. We hope you found it thought provoking and maybe even a little bit unsettling. But most importantly, we hope it's inspired you to keep asking questions, keep exploring, and keep pushing the boundaries of your own understanding. Well said. Thank you for listening to another session of the dailybriefs.com severally, Lenny and Maria, February twenty fourth deep dive podcast show.
We hope you enjoyed this deep dive into the source material, and we encourage you to continue exploring these topics, examining the evidence, and forming your own conclusions. Until next time, keep those minds sharp and those questions coming.