American Samizdat

American Samizdat delves into themes of societal dynamics, power imbalances, and the consequences of actions by the rich and powerful versus the common people. It critiques corruption, the perpetuation of wars, the impact of lockdowns, and encourages critical thinking about politics, heroes, and the nature of conflicts.

Societal Dynamics Power Imbalances Corruption War and Conflict Lockdowns and Democracy Critical Thinking Heroism Economic Inequality Political Critique Environmental Concerns

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0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
📚 Literature Journalism
  1. The post discusses heroes and their importance.
  2. The text prompts a thought about the worst lies people believe.
  3. The continuation of the content is scheduled for January 26, 2024.

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0 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
📰 News Opinion COVID-19 Democracy Lockdowns
  1. The text discusses the lockdowns being sold to the public as a short-term solution.
  2. There is mention of an assertion regarding the impact of lockdowns on democracy.
  3. The post features the idea of the lockdowns being extended far beyond the initially communicated duration.
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0 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
📚 Literature Poetry
  1. The importance of recognizing heroes in our lives
  2. Questioning the belief that crime doesn't pay
  3. Considering the implications of loyalty to one's country

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0 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Ethics
  1. Humans and insects alike can be predators and prey
  2. Rich individuals might exploit the poor, but the tables can turn
  3. The cycle of predation extends beyond just humans

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0 implied HN points • 19 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Tyranny Deception
  1. The post discusses deception and tyranny in the context of medical necessity.
  2. The content prompts readers to look beyond appearances for hidden truths.
  3. The author is continuing the discussion in the next update on June 23, 2023.

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0 implied HN points • 13 Feb 23
📚 Literature Poetry War Heroes
  1. The local poor are always seen as the enemy in endless wars.
  2. There are continuous changes happening all the time.
  3. David Carson discusses and shares insights through substack.

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0 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
  1. The post talks about the Davos billionaires.
  2. It mentions engineering a great reset and a great die-off.
  3. There is a continuation planned for 2/10/2023.

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0 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
📚 Literature Poetry
  1. The powerful few might end up with nothing in the long run, despite their machines and resources.
  2. In contrast, the many without much may triumph in the end, even in a perpetual conflict.
  3. It's worth pondering the dynamics of power, resources, and ultimate victories in societal struggles.

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0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
📚 Literature Poetry
  1. The post discusses questioning the ongoing wars and the consequences of disagreement.
  2. The importance of critical thinking and not blindly following beliefs.
  3. Encouraging readers to subscribe for future updates on the topic.

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0 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
📚 Literature Poetry Analysis
  1. The text discusses the concept of 'virtue-signaling' in relation to free speech and positioning.
  2. Simony is mentioned as a form of the purchase of position.
  3. Vice is presented as standing on its head, implying a reversal or an alternative perspective.

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0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 23
  1. Earth is beautiful, but has a sinister side.
  2. We are all just guests on this planet.
  3. Question the concept of billionaires and power.

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0 implied HN points • 28 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government
  1. The post discusses the question of what governments in the West would do differently if they were trying to harm their populations.
  2. There is a picture and link to David Carson, who wrote the post.
  3. The post hints at a continuation on May 1, 2023, for more insights.

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0 implied HN points • 29 May 23
💰 Finance Banking War International
  1. The post discusses David Carson's thoughts and writings.
  2. Issues about finance and banking are mentioned in a critical manner.
  3. There is some content on the topic of perpetual war and profit.

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0 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Russia China Iran
  1. The post discusses political matters involving Russia, China, and Iran.
  2. These countries are depicted as facing challenges like lies, coups, and assassinations.
  3. There is a mention of a new world order that they are forced into.