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The Aussies Take on the Vaccine

1297 implied HN points • 10 Aug 23
  1. A Senate committee in Australia confronted Pfizer and Moderna executives on the vaccine.
  2. The committee discussed indemnity and the responsibility of these companies towards injuries.
  3. There were exchanges on stopping transmission of Covid.

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.

Three Years Later: Revisiting Evidence Over Hysteria — COVID-19

1218 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
  1. COVID-19 pandemic caused major upheaval in society three years ago.
  2. Facing censorship, the author's article on COVID-19 sparked widespread attention and debate.
  3. Author emphasizes the importance of courage in standing up against attempts to silence differing opinions.

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.

If I Interviewed Trump About Covid…

1179 implied HN points • 22 Aug 23
  1. The pandemic heavily impacted Trump's chances of re-election.
  2. Questions surrounding Trump's response to the pandemic are raised, including his pivot in approach.
  3. There are speculations about covert operations, censorship, and international coordination during the pandemic.

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.

BREAKING: Walensky to RESIGN!

1139 implied HN points • 05 May 23
  1. CDC director Rachelle Walensky will resign next month after tumultuous exchanges on Capitol Hill.
  2. Walensky mentioned mistaken vaccine protection assertions due to evolved science in a congressional hearing.
  3. Stay tuned for more updates on the resignation of CDC Director Walensky.

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

The Great COVID Ventilator Death Cover-up

1120 implied HN points • 25 May 23
  1. Many COVID patients were put on ventilators in spring 2020, and it's essential to understand how many suffered as a result.
  2. Ventilators were overused, and some patients may have been intubated unnecessarily to prevent the spread of the virus.
  3. The medical community learned from this and moved away from mass intubation, realizing the potential harm it caused.

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.

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.

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.

Covid Controls, the Cello, and Me

1100 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
  1. Charles Krblich's personal cello journey reflects the impact of the pandemic on the arts community.
  2. Despite disruptions, the power of music and human connection prevails through dedication and resilience.
  3. The story emphasizes the importance of staying connected to the magic and essence of art in times of chaos.

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 StrĂĽngmann 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.

Pandora’s Jar is Opened Again

1081 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
  1. The story of Prometheus and Pandora is used to explore the consequences of human pursuit of knowledge and power.
  2. The characters in the movie depict the interplay between those who seek knowledge and those who seek power, particularly in times of war.
  3. The parallels drawn between the characters in the movie and current events reflect on the potential dangers of the pursuit of knowledge and power in modern society.

Top Ten Quotes from the NYT Fauci Interview

1081 implied HN points • 27 Apr 23
  1. Fauci acknowledges mistakes in the U.S.'s COVID response compared to other countries.
  2. Fauci points out how vaccine mandates can fuel division among people.
  3. Fauci separates public health decisions from economic considerations during lockdowns.

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.

What I Can Say and What I Cannot Say

1041 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
  1. Government and social media companies decide what speech is permitted based on certain narratives.
  2. People who conform to the 'Current Thing' are rewarded and accepted in society.
  3. Many true statements are labeled as misinformation and not permitted speech by authorities.

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.

Debunking the Mask Mandate: A Systematic Review of COVID-19 Child Masking

963 implied HN points • 04 Dec 23
  1. A systematic review found no strong evidence to support children wearing masks to reduce virus transmission.
  2. No significant connection was found between child mask-wearing and transmission or infection rates in 16 studies.
  3. Policy decisions regarding children wearing masks should be based on rigorous evidence weighing potential harms and benefits.

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.

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

15 Days Finally Ends After 1,141 Days

963 implied HN points • 03 May 23
  1. The Covid-19 vaccine requirements are ending after 1,141 days, bringing relief from mandates.
  2. There are ongoing policy debates regarding vaccine mandates, student debt relief, and immigration.
  3. Legal challenges to Covid-19 vaccine mandates are numerous, highlighting accountability concerns.

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.

No, Washington Post, the Experts Were the Whole Problem

963 implied HN points • 01 May 23
  1. The belief that government experts were the solution to the pandemic was flawed.
  2. Government actions during the pandemic may not have been effective regardless of who was in office.
  3. Individual freedom and collective citizen knowledge are crucial in responding to crises.

Drug overdose data just released by the CDC

943 implied HN points • 15 Nov 23
  1. CDC released drug overdose data for the past 12 months, showing over 100K deaths still
  2. California has seen an increase in overdose deaths while Florida has seen a decrease
  3. States like West Virginia, Oregon, and Nevada have reported significant year-over-year increases in overdose deaths

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.

Where Have the Adults Gone?

943 implied HN points • 03 May 23
  1. Specialisation can lead to a lack of understanding of the bigger picture.
  2. Generalists with a broad range of knowledge are crucial for making well-rounded decisions.
  3. The decline of generalists in government, academia, and society can result in ineffective solutions and policies.

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.

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.

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

They’re Coming To Take You Away

904 implied HN points • 10 May 23
  1. Recent public figures are perceived to be dismantling American freedoms through their recommendations and actions
  2. Leaders like Philip Zelikow advocate for consolidating power in the hands of an unelected "health security enterprise"
  3. Ambassador Lipstadt redefines anti-Semitism to include broad political speech, potentially leading to censorship