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COVID Reason scrutinizes COVID-19 policies, vaccinations, masks, and censorship, presenting counterarguments to mainstream narratives. It focuses on legal battles, government overreach, adverse vaccine effects, and advocates for individual freedoms and transparent information dissemination. The content also includes personal stories of those affected by COVID-19 protocols.

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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.

The Great Unraveling

1297 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23
  1. Government actions and mandates have significantly impacted our lives and economy.
  2. Artificial intelligence is predicted to disrupt many industries and result in job losses.
  3. There are concerns about loss of freedom, censorship, and the need to learn from past mistakes to prevent similar situations in the future.

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.

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.

Debunking the Booster Bias

825 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
  1. Healthier individuals may be more likely to receive booster shots, skewing the perception of vaccine effectiveness.
  2. It's crucial to consider and adjust for confounding factors in observational studies.
  3. Including mortality not related to Covid-19 in vaccine studies provides essential context for interpretation.
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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.

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.

Fighting for the voiceless: The Death of Franca Panettone

1670 implied HN points • 28 Nov 22
  1. Franca Panettone faced mistreatment and neglect in the hospital system, highlighting the need for better patient advocacy.
  2. Franca's family experienced communication failures and lack of proper care during her hospitalization.
  3. The tragic story of Franca Panettone emphasizes the importance of ensuring that vulnerable individuals receive respectful and compassionate treatment in healthcare settings.

Where's Eric Waldo and why is he trying to silence you?!

845 implied HN points • 06 Jul 23
  1. Eric Waldo from the Surgeon General's office advocated for stricter actions against health misinformation on social media platforms
  2. The Surgeon General's office collaborated with social media platforms to censor misinformation and control the flow of information
  3. The Surgeon General pushed for consequences like flagging, suppressing, and de-platforming for spreading misinformation, partnering with censorship groups

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.

A Genealogy of Corporatism

884 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
  1. Corporatism merges industry and state for a common goal, overshadowing individual freedom.
  2. Corporatism affects various sectors like tech, media, defense, labor, and public health, leading to market stagnation.
  3. Corporatism traces back to the 20th century, replacing competitive capitalism with corrupt cartels and widening gaps between rich and poor.

Fauci & company can't refute this: 33 Confirmed Vax Death Case Reviews

1120 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
  1. Case reports with autopsies can provide solid evidence of vaccine-related deaths.
  2. These confirmed vaccine-related deaths show various severe conditions post-vaccination.
  3. It's important to consider these case reports when discussing vaccine safety and potential risks.

The Bias that Creates the Illusion of an Effective Covid Vaccine

825 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
  1. Data from Denmark, Israel, and Sweden show increased risk of infection after the first dose of Covid vaccine.
  2. Studies have reported high vaccine effectiveness in the elderly, but this contradicts immunology knowledge and antibody response in older populations.
  3. Observational studies on Covid vaccine effectiveness are biased due to the 'healthy vaccinee' effect, leading to misleading results and creating an illusion of high vaccine effectiveness.

Informational No Man’s Land

825 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
  1. Official sources have shared misleading and false information during the Covid crisis.
  2. Citizens need to seek information from unbiased sources and think critically for themselves.
  3. Trusting traditional authorities for truthful information has become challenging in the current informational landscape.

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.

Breast Cancer for <50 up 2X in 2022?

766 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
  1. Breast cancer cases in females under 50 doubled in 2022 compared to pre-pandemic levels.
  2. There is a concern about the significant increase in breast cancer cases among younger women.
  3. It is important to verify and understand the data to address this rise in cancer cases.

Depression = Long Covid?

687 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23
  1. A study suggests that people with depression before the pandemic are more likely to have persistent COVID-19 symptoms.
  2. Having symptoms of depression before the pandemic can increase the chance of experiencing persistent symptoms, according to odds ratios.
  3. The odds ratios of 2.88 and 3.03 indicate a higher likelihood of persistent symptoms among individuals with depression symptoms.

2 Quick Covid Charts: Age/Ethnicity/Year

805 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
  1. CDC is releasing pandemic data now that they didn't share before.
  2. Two charts show covid death rates based on age, ethnicity, and year.
  3. Highest Covid death rate in 2021 was in the most-vaccinated Asian senior group.

Dr. Fauci's No Good Terrible Very Bad Deposition - Part 1

1395 implied HN points • 06 Dec 22
  1. Dr. Fauci repeatedly claimed not to remember key details during his deposition.
  2. Dr. Fauci avoided taking responsibility or acknowledging knowledge about important topics like the origin of the virus.
  3. Dr. Fauci's stance on masking seemed contradictory, unable to provide clear reasoning for his changing opinions.

Twitter Files #19: Sinister Surveillance & Suppression: The Shocking Secrets of the Virality Project

1022 implied HN points • 17 Mar 23
  1. The Virality Project monitored social media for Covid-19 disinformation, targeting even true material and valid opinions.
  2. The project shifted from assessing truth to controlling political narratives, leading to organized information suppression.
  3. The collaboration between government, big tech, and academia through the Virality Project threatens free speech and transparency.

The Manipulation of the Public Mind

982 implied HN points • 17 Apr 23
  1. In the public mind, individuals are like a black box pool with their thoughts and decisions known only to themselves.
  2. Businesses and governments can predict reactions and emotions of citizens but ultimately individuals retain the power of choice.
  3. Autonomy of thought and decision-making is crucial; manipulation of free will through propaganda and psychological tactics is wrong.

Obesity in 2021 - Highest Jump on Record

648 implied HN points • 19 Jul 23
  1. Obesity rates in the US saw a significant increase in 2021, reaching nearly 34%.
  2. The CDC BRFSS survey for 2021 shows the highest jump on record in obesity.
  3. Justin Hart's publication, Rational Ground, covers the updated data on obesity rates in 2021.

Fauci’s 7-Hour Deposition: What We Know So far

1356 implied HN points • 28 Nov 22
  1. Fauci's deposition revealed his serious case of amnesia regarding his involvement in speech suppression and pandemic response.
  2. Fauci admitted to getting ideas for lockdowns from China and defended his actions despite criticisms.
  3. The deposition highlighted Fauci's tendencies to lie, deflect, and refuse accountability during questioning.

Case Reports: Lung Injuries from the Vaccine

727 implied HN points • 27 Jun 23
  1. The post discusses various case studies documenting lung injuries as potential adverse effects from COVID-19 vaccines.
  2. Specific cases include lung squamous cell carcinoma, cytokine release syndrome, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, and interstitial lung disease post-vaccination.
  3. Studies highlight the importance of recognizing and further researching potential adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccines.

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.

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.

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.

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

The Darkest Health Propaganda Posters

884 implied HN points • 11 Apr 23
  1. The first half of the 20th century had impressive health propaganda posters
  2. The Works Progress Administration in the 1930s and 40s subsidized artists to create posters on public health campaigns
  3. Propaganda around health is not new and we might see modernized versions of it

Let’s Stop Investing Rhetorical Flourishes with Legal Weight

589 implied HN points • 17 Jul 23
  1. Presidential responsibilities should align with the Constitution and citizens' rights.
  2. Be cautious of rhetorical constructs being presented as legal realities.
  3. Terms like 'misinformation' and 'disinformation' can be used to manipulate public discourse.

Misinformation Is a Word We Use to Shut You Up

766 implied HN points • 31 May 23
  1. Misinformation is often used to suppress dissent and criticism.
  2. People mostly argue over interpretation and judgment, not just information.
  3. Efforts labelled as 'anti-misinformation' are often about controlling beliefs and dissent.

Essential Reading for the Dissident, the Disenfranchised, the Disillusioned

648 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
  1. Book 'Australia Breaks Apart' discusses disillusionment and corruption in politics and power.
  2. Book is essential reading for those who question mainstream media and authority.
  3. Author highlights the importance of facing uncomfortable truths and seeking accountability.