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Europe is reportedly undergoing a significant shift towards totalitarianism, posing a risk to the Western world.1 According to one source, "Europe is once again going totalitarian and this time there’s a decidedly familiar communist stench."1

The US government is allegedly employing the concept of medicalization, particularly in the context of combating "anti-Semitism," as a means to suppress First Amendment rights.2 ... As stated in one source, "Medicalization to restrict free speech, assembly, and petition is on the ascendancy at HHS as demonstrated by a March 3 announcement by HHS, the Department of Education (ED), and the General Services Administration (GSA) concerning the US government’s Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism..."2 Furthermore, an HHS Secretary is quoted as declaring, “Anti-Semitism – like racism – is a spiritual and moral malady that sickens societies and kills people with lethalities comparable to history’s most deadly plagues,” which is described as "medicalization in a nutshell: Your “bad thoughts” are a plague the government must stop to protect public health"3 . A leading Task Force member made clear that their "mandate is to bring the full force of the federal government to bear in our effort to eradicate Anti-Semitism, particularly in schools"4 .

There is a contention that the US government, under President Trump, is being weaponized against its own citizens, undermining constitutional foundations.5 ... One source asserts, "When the government turns its power against its own people—through surveillance, retaliation, censorship, and intimidation—it ceases to serve the public and instead becomes a weapon of oppression"6 .

According to some sources, the US judiciary is overstepping its constitutional role and attempting to seize executive power, hindering effective governance.7 ... One author argues, "The only solution is to ignore the corrupt judiciary, or perhaps they should all be removed and we start over"7 . Another source claims, "The primary purpose of the federal judiciary is to make sure that anything the federal government does is almost never, ever, ruled to be unconstitutional"8 , and suggests that President Trump "has every right to ignore" judicial rulings he disagrees with9 .

Russia and the US are reportedly in the initial stages of negotiations regarding the conflict in Ukraine, with Moscow setting firm conditions for a settlement, including the cessation of foreign military aid to Ukraine.10 ... One source states, "There is no comprehensive deal – yet – between Moscow and Washington"10 , and outlines Moscow's conditions, including that "the settlement in Ukraine must take into account the unconditional need to eliminate the root causes of the crisis, Russia’s legitimate security interests" and "the key condition for preventing the escalation of the conflict should be a complete cessation of foreign military aid and the provision of intelligence"11 ....

The Middle East is described as facing escalating conflicts, with Israel involved in multiple active and potential confrontations, and there are suggestions that President Trump is attempting to broker a broader peace in the region.13 ... One report notes, "Maybe the week’s most underreported story was the latest outbreak of war all over the Middle East region"13 , and details Israel's involvement in conflicts with Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthi militants, and ambiguous armies in Syria, with a brewing conflict with Iran14 .... It is also mentioned that Trump met with leaders from the UAE as "partners in the work to bring peace and security to the Middle East and the World"16 .

The awarding of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics is deemed a "farce" by one author, who argues that the prize-winning book's analysis of why nations succeed or fail, particularly its characterization of China and the US, has been proven wrong by subsequent events.17 ... The author states, "13 years after the publication of the book, you have to wonder what planet Robinson and Acemoglu lived on when they wrote the book and what kind of ideological blindness has led the Nobel economics committee to award the prestigious prize to them"18 , concluding that "the Nobel economics committee, with 20/20 hindsight, still awarded the prize to such failed work"19 .

Russia is experiencing a significant decline in its birth rate, attributed by Russians to various factors such as low wages, high cost of living, and economic instability, with some unconfirmed speculation about the effects of Covid injections.20 ... The text notes, "Russia’s birth rate has been declining significantly"20 , and a Russian interviewee in a video suggested "there’s 'no birth rate' because 'everyone’s getting sick, they can’t conceive or the men are having problems,' believing this was due to 'the environment and the food'"23 . The article also raises the question, "Could covid injections also be a causative factor in Russia’s declining birth rate as it has been elsewhere?"24 .

Russia is reportedly developing a surveillance state, and Germany's foreign intelligence service (BND) believed with a high probability that the coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese lab.25 ... One report states that a district in Russia plans to accelerate the introduction of "robots, artificial intelligence, biometric technologies and digital ruble as means of payment in its markets, restaurants, cafés and other service businesses," enabling "continuous monitoring and control of human behaviour"25 . Additionally, it's mentioned that "Germany’s foreign intelligence service (BND) believed there was an 80-90% chance that coronavirus accidentally leaked from a Chinese lab"26 .

President Trump's reimposed steel tariffs are reportedly having a positive impact on the American steel industry, contrary to initial negative predictions from corporate media.27 ... According to the president of the Steel Manufacturers Association, on March 12th, President Trump "reinvigorated’ America’s steel industry ‘by closing the exemptions and loopholes that had weakened’ his Trump 1.0 tariffs," leading to a situation where previously "the American steel industry was cutting production, laying off workers, and idling facilities because of unfair trade"27 ....

One source claims that reports of "swatting" incidents are largely fabricated as a tactic to desensitize the public to a New World Order where such events might become commonplace.29 ... The author asserts, "You do realize this is all fake, right? SWAT teams are expensive and aren't sent out based on some anonymous phonecall in the middle of the night"29 , and suggests, "But they want you to think this is real, because they want you getting used to the New World Order, where this appears to be the norm"30 .

The author of one piece uses the example of Ireland's failure to reforest its land as a metaphor for a broader societal decline characterized by a lack of initiative in addressing relatively straightforward problems.31 ... The author states, "Being originally 80% forests, it fell to around 1% by 1900 and is now about 10%. And of the new trees, most are spruces planted to be quickly harvested. Ireland still has near-zero old growth forests or trees"31 , and concludes, "People just can't be bothered to do things right anymore, and the Irish lead in this category and almost no other"32 , while suggesting that "planting new forests is relatively simple"33 .

A philosophical discussion concludes that Artificial Intelligence (AI), while exhibiting intelligence in areas like memory and pattern recognition, lacks self-direction and genuine decisionality, thus not achieving consciousness in the human sense.34 ... The text states, "AI merely reveals patterns of information; it is not self-directed"34 , and concludes, "AI, while powerful in data processing, does not exhibit those core attributes that define human consciousness"36 .


Describe the limited agreement reached between Russia and the US.


1. Shifting Global Power Dynamics and the Decline of Western Influence:

Several sources highlight a perceived decline in Western power and influence, coupled with the rise of alternative global alignments. Pepe Escobar, in his "Hard Rain's a-gonna fall – from the West down to the East" article, emphasizes a decisive shift in global power towards the East, particularly through the BRICS framework.

2. Escalating Tensions in West Asia, Particularly Concerning Iran:

The possibility of military conflict in West Asia, especially involving Iran, is a significant concern raised by Thierry Meyssan in "After Ukraine, Iran?".

3. The Weaponization of Government and Erosion of Constitutional Protections in the US:

Several articles on LewRockwell.com express deep concern about the perceived weaponization of government power in the United States, particularly under a potential second Trump administration.

4. Social and Cultural Malaise in the West:

Miles Mathis's "Ireland as a Microcosm" presents a bleak view of contemporary Western society, using Ireland as an example of widespread apathy, lack of initiative, and decaying infrastructure.

5. Concerns Regarding Digital Control and Surveillance:

Several sources touch upon the increasing use of technology for control and surveillance.

6. Questioning the Nature of Consciousness and Artificial Intelligence:

The article "Could AI Become Conscious?" explores the philosophical question of AI consciousness.

7. Russia's Demographic Challenges and Government Responses:

"Despite state efforts to reverse it, Russia’s birth rate declines. What do Russians believe is the cause?" highlights Russia's ongoing demographic crisis, with a declining birth rate and total fertility rate below replacement levels.

8. The Weaponization of "Anti-Semitism" Discourse:

"Using Medicalization to Suppress the Exercise of First Amendment Rights" raises concerns about the medicalization of political ideologies, specifically using "anti-Semitism" as an example.

9. US Military Actions in Yemen:

"☕️ SAD DONKEY ☙ Monday, March 19, 2025 ☙ C&C NEWS 🦠" discusses the initiation of US military action against the Houthis in Yemen under President Trump.

10. Questionable Academic Theories and Nobel Prize in Economics:

Hua Bin's "The 2024 Nobel economics prize is a farce" critiques the theoretical basis of a book seemingly influential in economic policy circles.

11. "Swatting" Concerns Dismissed as Fake News:

Miles Mathis's "The Swatting is Fake News" dismisses reports of "swatting" incidents as fabricated to instill fear and suppress dissent.

In conclusion, these sources paint a picture of a world undergoing significant shifts in power, marked by escalating regional tensions, domestic political polarization, and concerns about governmental overreach and societal decline. The narratives emphasize a weakening of the Western-led order, the rise of Eastern powers, and a growing distrust of established institutions and political leadership in the West.

Kremlin readout: A sober announcement or summary of a phone call, specifically between President Putin and Washington.

Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant: A nuclear power plant in Ukraine that was the subject of concern regarding dangerous hits.

Foreign military aid (to Ukraine): The provision of military assistance by other countries, a complete cessation of which is a key condition for preventing the escalation of the conflict according to Moscow.

ISR/air defense/EW intel: Detailed intelligence related to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, air defense, and electronic warfare, provided by Russia to Tehran (Iran).

BRICS: An acronym referring to a group of major emerging economies, including Russia and Iran, who signed a comprehensive strategic partnership.

Khan Yunis: A location where displaced newborn babies were huddling in ablaze tents, described in a context of "genocidal psychopathological Zionists".

Al-Nusra: A former self-proclaimed Emir, whose envoy became a Hugo Boss-clad President receiving loyalty and funds.

ISIS-clad Salafi-jihadis: Mercenary "army" members, backed by various masters, involved in conflicts and described as facilitating the evisceration of Syria.

Tel Aviv: A city associated with "psycho-killers" fighting against the Axis of Resistance. It is also implied to be courting Trump 2.0 backing and potentially ready to inflict airstrikes on Iran.

Ansarallah (Houthis): Warriors in Yemen who support Palestine and block Israeli maritime navigation to pressure Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza. They were also bombed by the US.

Empire of Chaos: A term used to describe a power that throws things against Ansarallah, but cannot break them. It is also described as fast-declining and the target of efforts to salvage it by breaking Russia and containing China.

EUrotrash: A derogatory term used to describe certain European entities or individuals, characterized as cowards compared to Yemeni courage.

Country 404: A term used to refer to Ukraine, for which the EU foreign policy chief wants 40 billion euros in military aid.

Zio-con axis: An alliance with an obsession on "eliminating" Iran.

SMO (Special Military Operation): A term referring to Russia's actions, after the start of which Russia is seen as having shed its "Western skin".

Digital euro: A proposed digital currency of the European Central Bank, seen as a means to eventually transfer all European bank accounts to the ECB.

Savings and Investment Union: A European Commission initiative to turn private savings into investments, interpreted as a way to steal private savings for Europe's "defense".

Majlis: Iran's Parliament, which voted no confidence in the Economy and Finance Minister due to the economic crisis.

JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action): A comprehensive agreement negotiated by Iran with the 5+1 nations regarding its nuclear program, which the United States later withdrew from.

IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency): An international organization tasked with verifying that Iran's nuclear program is not being used for military purposes.

Axis of Resistance: A destabilized but not broken alliance fighting against the "Axis of Genocidal Zion" on multiple fronts.

Axis of Genocidal Zion: An alliance comprising entities like Tel Aviv, the Jolani mercenary army in Syria, Zionist Arab regimes, and Washington/Pentagon-bombed Ansarallah.

Weaponize: To strategically manipulate or transform information, institutions, or social issues into tools for gaining political advantage. This can involve exploiting laws or harnessing social media.

Deep State: A hidden network believed to be devising and instigating a civil war with the objective of compliance and control.

COINTELPRO: The FBI’s covert intelligence program, used across several presidential administrations to infiltrate, discredit, and disrupt civil rights leaders, anti-war activists, and other political dissidents.

Sputnik V: The covid vaccine developed by the Gamaleya Research Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology in Russia.

Conspiracy narratives: Information deliberately spread to divide society and erode trust in independent science, free media, and democratic institutions, which the German government has established an office to address.

Biometric technologies: Technologies involving the use of biological data for identification and control, planned for accelerated introduction in the Russian "model city" Sirius.

Rule of law: A principle emphasizing that the government should be bound by and act in accordance with the law, not arbitrarily.

Swatting: A term referring to the (allegedly often fake) sending of SWAT teams to individuals' homes based on anonymous phone calls, which the author of one source believes is staged to promote fear and compliance.


A hard rain’s a-gonna fall – from the West down to the East, by Pepe Escobar - The Unz Review https://www.unz.com/pescobar/a-hard-rains-a-gonna-fall-from-the-west-down-to-the-east/

After Ukraine, Iran? by Thierry Meyssan https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/thierry-meyssan/after-ukraine-iran/

Beyond the Law: What It Means To Weaponize the Government by No Author https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/no_author/beyond-the-law-what-it-means-to-weaponize-the-government/

Could AI Become Conscious? by No Author https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/no_author/could-ai-become-conscious/

Despite state efforts to reverse it, Russia’s birth rate declines. What do Russians believe is the cause? by Rhoda Wilson https://expose-news.com/2025/03/19/russias-birth-rate-declines/

Europe Goes Full Totalitarian and Puts the Entire Western World at Risk by Brandon Smith https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/brandon-smith/europe-goes-full-totalitarian-and-puts-the-entire-western-world-at-risk/

Freedom Research news round-up by Rhoda Wilson https://expose-news.com/2025/03/19/freedom-research-news-round-up/

Gangsters, Terrorists, and Deep State Judicial Tyranny by Thomas DiLorenzo https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/thomas-dilorenzo/gangsters-terrorists-and-deep-state-judicial-tyranny/

Ireland as a Microcosm by Miles Mathis (The complete website URL is not explicitly provided in the excerpt. However, the article is identified as being "First published March 18, 2025". Based on other articles by Miles Mathis, it is likely from unz.com. Without the full URL from the article itself, I cannot provide the complete link as requested.)

The 2024 Nobel economics prize is a farce, by Hua Bin - The Unz Review https://www.unz.com/bhua/the-2024-nobel-economics-prize-is-a-farce/

The Judiciary Is Attempting To Seize Executive Power by Paul Craig Roberts https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/paul-craig-roberts/the-judiciary-is-attempting-to-seize-executive-power/

The Swatting is Fake News by Miles Mathis (The complete website URL is not explicitly provided in the excerpt. Similar to the "Ireland as a Microcosm" article, based on other articles by Miles Mathis, it is likely from unz.com. Without the full URL from the article itself, I cannot provide the complete link as requested.)

Using Medicalization to Suppress the Exercise of First Amendment Rights by No Author https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/03/no_author/using-medicalization-to-suppress-the-exercise-of-first-amendment-rights/

☕️ SAD DONKEY ☙ Monday, March 19, 2025 ☙ C&C NEWS 🦠 by No Author https://www.coffeeandcovid.com/p/sad-donkey-monday-march-19-2025-c