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Meet the NEW Dr. Fauci

1120 implied HN points • 02 Aug 23
  1. Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo is the new head of NIAID, replacing Dr. Anthony Fauci.
  2. Dr. Marrazzo was a director at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
  3. She was a strong advocate for mask-wearing during the pandemic.

Was the Covid Response a Coup by the Intelligence Community?

1100 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
  1. The response to COVID had elements of a coup by the intelligence community.
  2. Key policies like social distancing and lockdowns had ties to the Western intelligence community.
  3. The intelligence community's involvement in shaping the COVID response raises questions about accountability and influence.

Can We Please Have Some Honesty About Trump’s Lockdowns?

1474 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Health Policy Leadership History
  1. The document drafted by Trump's Department of Health and Human Services guided government at all levels in dealing with COVID-19 in 2020.
  2. The consequences of lockdowns implemented in response to COVID-19 were devastating, leading to various societal and economic issues.
  3. DeSantis challenges the narrative on Trump's response to COVID-19, advocating for individual liberty and responsibility over lockdowns as the new-normal response.

Revenge of the Praetorian Guard

1257 implied HN points • 09 Jul 23
  1. Defenders of the Covid regime are engaging in Doublethink, holding contradictory opinions about censorship.
  2. Harvard Law Professor Larry Tribe and others advocate for censoring speech under the guise of preventing 'disinformation.'
  3. The Biden administration and advocates like Larry Tribe are accused of disregarding constitutional rights in efforts to suppress dissent.
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Sanitizer Surge: Cautionary Consequences of COVID-19 Crisis

1533 implied HN points • 02 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness COVID-19 Environmental Impact Public Health Crisis Management
  1. The surge in demand for hand sanitizer during the COVID-19 crisis led to unintended consequences.
  2. The FDA's decision to relax regulations in response to the demand resulted in an influx of inexperienced hand sanitizer manufacturers.
  3. The environmental catastrophe in Carson, California, highlights the importance of considering potential risks and consequences during a crisis.

What It Means to Lose Trust

1218 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
  1. Difficult truths are surfacing, revealing how trust is lost in various institutions and how denial can be harmful.
  2. Believing difficult truths is important to protect vulnerable individuals and to promote justice and honesty.
  3. Continuous revelations challenge us to reevaluate long-held beliefs and trust our instincts to navigate complex situations.

What They Meant by Essential and Nonessential

1847 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Government Social Issues Civil Rights Democracy
  1. The distinction between essential and nonessential work was decided by a previously unknown agency called CISA.
  2. The terms essential and nonessential reshaped the commercial world in unprecedented ways.
  3. The categorization of essential and nonessential roles reveals a societal divide between those considered indispensable and those perceived as dispensable.

FDA Head Admits “Cheerleading” Pfizer’s Drug Paxlovid

904 implied HN points • 20 Aug 23
  1. FDA commissioner admitted to promoting Pfizer's drug Paxlovid, despite traditional regulations
  2. Califf's promotion of Paxlovid lacked full evaluation of real-world effectiveness
  3. FDA relaxed rules on drug promotion for Paxlovid under EUA in October 2022

Now They Tell Us! The Suspicious Shift on Universal Masking in Healthcare Settings

1690 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Healthcare Masks Pandemic response COVID-19
  1. Experts suggest that universal masking in healthcare settings may not be as necessary as previously claimed due to changing pandemic context.
  2. Downsides of universal masking in healthcare are discussed, such as communication barriers and negative impacts on trust and empathy.
  3. Authors propose managing COVID-19 using Standard Precautions, suggesting a shift from pandemic-era strategies like asymptomatic testing and contact tracing.

Sorry, This Is Not Going Away

1454 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Pandemic response Civil Liberties
  1. Various consequences from the pandemic response are still present such as educational setbacks, economic issues, and distrust in government.
  2. A group of individuals criticized the US policy response to the pandemic and suggested different strategies for the future.
  3. The book by the Covid Crisis Group attempts to address the pandemic aftermath but faces skepticism and criticism for its content and approach.

We Landed a Major Blow Against the Censorship Leviathan

1100 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
  1. Judge's ruling grants provisions in a request against government's censorship regime.
  2. The case reveals coordination between senior government officials and social media executives in censorship.
  3. Judge's decision indicates government actions may have violated the First Amendment.

The Most Important Meeting in the History of the World That Never Happened

1179 implied HN points • 23 Jun 23
  1. In Spring 2020, a crucial meeting between top scientists and government officials could have changed the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it never happened.
  2. The meeting was intended to provide an alternative perspective to lockdown measures and ensure decisions were based on diverse expert opinions.
  3. Despite efforts to arrange the meeting, it was mysteriously canceled, raising questions about the reasons behind it and the impact of missed opportunities for informed decision-making.

The Money Trails of the Pandemic Planning Racket

923 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
  1. Charges against FTX founder linked to pandemic planning were dismissed based on a legal technicality.
  2. FTX used 'effective altruism' to give money to political campaigns under the guise of charity for pandemic planning.
  3. National media's treatment of money trails is influenced by political motivations, impacting public trust in institutions.

Of course the NYTimes Used Bad Data

963 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
  1. CDC provided misleading pediatric Covid death data
  2. NYT published incorrect statistics without verification
  3. Official CDC data sources show lower pediatric Covid death toll

Pandemic Leaders Were Biodefense Puppets and Profiteers

1139 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
  1. Leading public health experts behaved strangely during the pandemic
  2. Public health experts were actually following biodefense directions
  3. Understanding the motives behind public health leaders' actions is crucial

They can't refute this: 33 Confirmed Vax Death Case Report Autopsies

943 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
  1. Confirmed vaccine-related death cases have been reported post-autopsies.
  2. Autopsies reveal various adverse effects like thrombosis, myocarditis, and immune reactions after COVID-19 vaccination.
  3. Case reports provide detailed information on specific vaccine-related deaths for better understanding.

My Epic Fight for First Amendment Rights Reignites

845 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
  1. The battle for truth about COVID-19 policies leads to a fight for free speech online.
  2. Justin Hart is challenging Facebook and Twitter censorship with a lawsuit.
  3. Evidence suggests the Biden Administration directed social media censorship on COVID-19 posts.

Berenson v. Biden: The Potential and Significance

1552 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Lawsuit First Amendment Corruption
  1. Journalist Alex Berenson is suing President Biden and others for orchestrating a public-private censorship campaign against him.
  2. Mainstream media has been silent about Berenson's case, highlighting the issue of censorship in the Covid era.
  3. The lawsuit could lead to uncovering significant information about the Covid era, challenging government censorship and the influence of powerful entities.

Fauci’s Never-Ending Victory Tour

1474 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Covid response Vaccines Public Health
  1. Fauci faced criticism for his handling of COVID-19 outcomes and is now trying to distance himself from negative consequences.
  2. Fauci's legacy includes pushing for the COVID vaccine despite limitations like not preventing transmission.
  3. There are concerns about the impact of Fauci's actions on medical freedom and the patient-doctor relationship.

Revealed: 25 Times the White House Tried to Censor You!

1041 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
  1. The White House made multiple attempts to censor Americans in collaboration with social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook.
  2. There were 25 instances cited where the White House tried to influence censorship of information regarding COVID-19 and vaccines.
  3. Tensions escalated between the White House and Facebook, with demands for stricter actions against misinformation and communication breakdowns.

New Mask Study Confirms: N95s Don't Work Either!

2103 implied HN points • 30 Nov 22
  1. Medical masks are like "facial decorations" according to CNN.
  2. N95 masks showed no significant advantage over medical masks.
  3. Overall, masks regardless of type do not show effectiveness.

Who Owns BioNTech?

1100 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
  1. BioNTech made significant profits from Covid-19 vaccines in 2021 and 2022.
  2. The main shareholders of BioNTech are CEO Ugur Sahin and the Strüngmann twins, who own the majority of the company's stock.
  3. The Gates Foundation, although a minor shareholder, made a substantial profit from selling off BioNTech shares.

1,135 days

1493 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Policy Impact Children's Health
  1. The United States spent 1,135 days under a national emergency declaration due to Covid.
  2. Covid policies led to significant consequences like healthcare disruptions, flawed Covid models, and privacy concerns.
  3. The impact on child health and development, global rise in child labor, and negative effects on education were profound outcomes of Covid regulations.

The WHO Is a Real and Present Danger

963 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
  1. The WHO's policy reversals in pandemic responses can have serious consequences, especially on vulnerable populations.
  2. The WHO's funding sources and relationships with private companies can lead to conflicts of interest in public health decision-making.
  3. Public awareness and understanding of WHO actions are crucial for holding leaders accountable and safeguarding democratic processes.

Why Is Rhode Island Stonewalling About a 37-Year-Old Woman’s Vaccine Death?

923 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
  1. Several young individuals have experienced sudden cardiac death after receiving Covid-19 mRNA vaccines.
  2. Studies have confirmed a causal link between Covid-19 mRNA vaccines and myocarditis leading to sudden cardiac death in both men and women.
  3. Rhode Island's Department of Health is facing criticism for withholding information related to a 37-year-old woman's death following a Covid-19 mRNA vaccine, despite established risks.

The Great Debate That Will Not Happen

1061 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
  1. Dr. Peter Hotez is reluctant to engage in a debate about Covid topics with Robert Kennedy, Jr. on Joe Rogan's podcast.
  2. There is a significant push for a debate between the two with substantial monetary incentives involved.
  3. The reluctance of experts like Dr. Hotez to engage in open debates raises questions about their confidence in the information they promote.

My Conversation with ChatGPT on Death Rates

1061 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
  1. AI threats are a growing concern globally.
  2. Calculating death rates and probabilities accurately is crucial.
  3. AI language models can make errors and need human supervision.

When Did Trump Change His Mind about Lockdowns?

1434 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Leadership Policy Elections Pandemic response Public Health
  1. Trump initially agreed to nationwide lockdowns in March 2020 due to influence from key advisors like Deborah Birx and Anthony Fauci.
  2. Trump's stance on lockdowns shifted over time, with him expressing desire to reopen by Easter 2020 but eventually extending lockdowns beyond that.
  3. Despite expressing some willingness to reopen, Trump ultimately stood by lockdown measures and criticized governors who attempted to ease restrictions.

The Hubris of Bending Modernity to Fauci's Will

963 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
  1. Transparency and accountability are crucial in public health policy-making.
  2. Question the intentions and actions of public health leaders.
  3. Be wary of calls to reshape modernity without balanced dialogue and transparency.

Australia’s Misinfo Bill Paves Way for Soviet-Style Censorship

687 implied HN points • 21 Aug 23
  1. Australia's proposed laws to combat misinformation and disinformation could restrict free expression and dissent.
  2. The legislation may empower government and news outlets, leading to increased censorship and promotion of official narratives.
  3. The broad definitions in the bill could make enforcement subjective, potentially impacting protest rights and leading to legal challenges.