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Alexei Navalny Lived and Died in Truth

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5597 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Heroes Freedom
  1. Navalny chose to return to Russia despite the risks, showing his dedication to his country and cause.
  2. Navalny's life and death highlight the stark contrast between the free world and the unfree world.
  3. Navalny's bravery and sacrifice echo those of other victims of Russian authoritarianism, emphasizing the importance of standing up for truth and freedom.

Exclusive: Navalny’s Letters from the Gulag

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 4312 implied HN points • 19 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Activism Prison System Human Rights Freedom Opposition
  1. The correspondence between Natan Sharansky and Alexei Navalny showcased their erudition, moral clarity, and humor - with Biblical references and insights into their experiences in prison.
  2. The letters highlighted the universal impact of standing up for freedom and the continuity of ideological struggles from the past to the present, offering hope for change despite challenges.
  3. Both Sharansky and Navalny shared a deep connection and admiration for each other's resilience, with humor and encouragement helping them find strength in the face of adversity.
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We Think This Dystopia Is Normal Like People In Abusive Relationships Think It's Normal

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2100 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Society Freedom Manipulation Conformity Propaganda
  1. Westerners may not fully grasp how dysfunctional western society truly is, similar to someone in an abusive relationship not recognizing the problem.
  2. Despite perceptions of freedom, western civilization is heavily influenced by mass-scale psychological manipulation through media and culture.
  3. There is a need for collective awareness to break free from the societal norms that perpetuate a dystopian reality.

Four Years To Slow The Spread: As America goes, so goes the world

The Dossier • 251 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Freedom
  1. Four years ago, the Trump Administration initiated the '15 Days To Slow The Spread' policy guideline, which marked a significant turning point in the course of events.
  2. Americans hold a crucial role in preserving freedom globally, as their actions often set the tone for the rest of the world.
  3. The Covid era, despite its challenges, has led to an increased awareness and resistance to tyranny among liberty-loving individuals.

Living In Dirt

The Unpublishable • 7724 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mindfulness Freedom
  1. Take time for self-reflection and consider letting go of the pursuit of perfection in various aspects of life.
  2. Sometimes, finding freedom and happiness may involve stepping away from strict routines and allowing yourself to be more fluid.
  3. Allowing yourself to let go of control can open up space for new experiences and perspectives to come in.

The glory of Europe

Striking 13 • 1577 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🌍 World Politics European Union Global relations Populism Diplomacy Freedom
  1. The European Union navigated complex political challenges with a mix of negotiation and compromise, showcasing the effectiveness of careful diplomacy over populism.
  2. The European Union's core principle of uniting economies to prevent war is facing challenges from rising populism, border control issues, and shifts in global trade dynamics.
  3. The recent events surrounding Ukraine's EU membership aspirations highlight the importance of the European Union's approach to politics, emphasizing peace, compromise, and true freedom.

All Immigrants Are Born on the Fourth of July

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5513 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture History Immigration Citizenship Freedom
  1. American exceptionalism is real, unique, and tied to the country's history of freedom and individual freedom.
  2. Key historical figures like Washington, Lincoln, and MLK embodied American exceptionalism through their actions and beliefs.
  3. The American experience embraces freedom, innovation, and the pursuit of possibilities, shaping a sense of identity among immigrants and citizens.

Birds and Slavery

Bird History • 79 implied HN points • 28 Mar 24
💾 History Slavery Ornithology Freedom
  1. Birds played a significant role in the lives of enslaved men and women, representing forced labor but also providing opportunities for food, freedom, and sometimes even companionship.
  2. Slaves often engaged in hunting birds to feed the plantation, showcasing exceptional skills to provide food for the masters, while being deprived of the best game themselves.
  3. Enslaved Africans developed their own ornithology, understanding and relating to birds in unique ways that went beyond mere exploitation, showcasing a complex relationship with the natural world.

Canadian Patriot Podcast with Randy Hillier: The Un-constitutionality of Emergencies Act

Matt Ehret's Insights • 412 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law Government Justice Freedom Activism
  1. Former MP Randy Hillier discusses the unconstitutionality of the Emergencies Act in a recent Canadian Patriot Podcast.
  2. The Federal Court ruling on Jan 26 declared the Trudeau-Freeland Emergencies Act as unconstitutional, impacting Canadians and sparking discussions on a COVID crimes inquiry.
  3. Resources provided for becoming an informed organizer on related topics like history, documentaries, and critical analysis.

Some additional thoughts about Sofia

Chris Arnade Walks the World • 550 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🏝 Travel Experiences Freedom
  1. The author reflects on a childhood memory from Sofia, Bulgaria, during the Communist era.
  2. The experience of living behind the Iron Curtain shaped the author's skepticism towards official narratives and authority.
  3. The restrictions on travel and fear experienced by the people in countries like East Germany, Bulgaria, Poland, Czechoslovakia, and Romania left a lasting impact on the author.

Freedom is not the preserve of the "Christian" West

Writing from London • 393 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Freedom West Trump Putin Christianity
  1. Freedom is not solely associated with the 'Christian' West.
  2. The clash of civilisations hypothesis linking Western Christianity to freedom has been disproven in the age of Trump and Putin.
  3. The Russian invasion of Ukraine challenges the idea of the West as Christendom and exposes threats from Russia and evangelical Christian support for Trump.

Whether you are a Monarchist or a Republican, you should be concerned about the Coronation crackdown on peaceful protest.

The Free Mind • 1847 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🌍 World Politics Protest Monarchy Freedom
  1. It's important to be concerned about the Coronation crackdown on peaceful protest, regardless of being a Monarchist or a Republican.
  2. Six Republican protestors were arrested and detained without charge for sixteen hours on the day of the Coronation.
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You are too free

Becoming Noble • 757 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Community Freedom
  1. Limitless freedom can lead to dissolution, and sometimes restrictions can lead to greatness.
  2. True community requires individuals to accept limitations on personal autonomy and to adhere to common values and practices.
  3. By demanding more from individuals and having them subjugate themselves to a cause, greatness and community can be achieved, as exemplified by the Knights Templar.

Life Is All About Work, Didn’t You Know?

antoniomelonio • 86 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Work Freedom Society Labor Capitalism
  1. Life involves a cycle of working to survive - from following specific rules in society to earning a living through predetermined means.
  2. Many find dissatisfaction in modern work due to its lack of purpose, fake elements, and inequality. Imagining a fulfilling work experience that is meaningful and valued.
  3. Existence is tied to being productive in a system driven by abstract concepts of growth, leading to disillusionment and a call for individual struggle for freedom and authentic living.

Freedoom

¡Do Not Panic! • 1434 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Society Media Environment Beliefs Freedom
  1. People socially construct their reality, which can clash with natural brute facts.
  2. Post-truthism has become mainstream, with various political groups denying natural realities like the ongoing pandemic.
  3. Society's focus on individuality and consumerism creates a culture in denial, ignoring the collision course with natural realities like climate change.

The Distant Sun

Becoming Noble • 478 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Religion Investigation Legal Community Freedom
  1. The protection of space and claimed faith allowed a community to operate in secrecy and avoid legal intervention.
  2. Owning a large swath of land provided a secretive community with distance from scrutiny and protection from outside interference.
  3. Lessons from secretive communities can be applied to identify opportunities for invoking similar protective measures.