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Cabinet Apocalypse

Thinking about... • 744 implied HN points • 26 Feb 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. A coordinated effort to dismantle democratic institutions by installing loyalists, gutting the civil service, redirecting public funds to private interests, and using legal power to protect allies and undermine the rule of law.
  2. Deliberate promotion of social and ecological collapse—through anti-vaccine stances, blocking green energy, and stoking disorder—to create disease, chaos, and violence that break national cohesion and enrich a few.
  3. Weakening national defense and oversight to empower foreign autocrats and billionaire enclaves, using intelligence failures, repressive security forces, and automated warfare risks to concentrate power and profit.

How Hubris Created an 'Invincible' Military

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 100 implied HN points • 20 Mar 26
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. The U.S. military’s procurement is driven by contractors and profit, producing costly systems that can be ineffective in real asymmetric conflicts.
  2. Millennium Challenge 2002 showed that low-tech, unconventional tactics can overwhelm a high-tech, networked force, but the exercise was manipulated to avoid confronting that truth.
  3. Hubris and corruption among leaders have left the armed forces ill-prepared for wars like those with Iran, creating real danger for service members.

Last Chance Ride

Sarah Kendzior’s Newsletter • 6969 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. The author reflects on the past, present, and uncertain future of America through road trips and personal experiences.
  2. The author warns about the potential for a mafia state autocracy in 2024, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and resisting such a threat.
  3. The author discusses the reception of their books, highlighting how insights once seen as fringe or pessimistic can later be accepted as reality.
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We Knew It

Points And Figures • 1438 implied HN points • 24 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Weather and climate change discussions can sometimes feel too political and detached from daily life experiences. Many remember simpler times without the current anxieties about heat and climate.
  2. There's a belief that certain scientific and political narratives, particularly around COVID-19 and global warming, are driven more by financial interests than by fact. This perspective questions the integrity of those in power.
  3. Concerns about the influence and behavior of elites in government and media suggest a distrust in their narratives, pushing the idea that reforms are needed to address systemic corruption and polarization.

Newsmax Alert: Punks, Traitors, and Trump’s Metaphoric MAGA Kill Shot on DeSanctimonious

Peter Navarro's Taking Back Trump's America • 2122 implied HN points • 27 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Former Trump White House officials have been publicly criticizing Trump, signaling a shift in loyalty for media opportunities.
  2. Criticism towards Florida Governor Ron DeSantis from MAGA supporters for perceived flip-flops and lack of support.
  3. Discussion on historical efforts to undermine Trump's presidency using government agencies like FBI and Department of Justice.

It's not just Minnesota. Or just daycares. The deepest government honeypot is blue-state Medicaid.

Unreported Truths • 117 implied HN points • 29 Dec 25
🏥 Health Politics Government Corruption
  1. Medicaid and other big government health programs have become massive targets for waste, fraud, and abuse, far exceeding smaller examples like daycare fraud. The sheer amount of money makes them especially vulnerable.
  2. New York is an extreme case, now spending roughly $120 billion on Medicaid and far more per person than decades ago. Federal backstops and political incentives have driven much of this growth.
  3. Growing Medicaid spending doesn’t clearly improve patient health and risks unsustainable costs for taxpayers, with absurd billing examples highlighting broken incentives. This dynamic can worsen care quality while expanding taxpayer burdens.

To Be Pro-Israel Is To Be Pro-War

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1546 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Being pro-Israel often means supporting ongoing military conflicts. This connection makes it hard to advocate for peace while backing the state of Israel.
  2. Many politicians, regardless of party, continue harmful policies that lead to violence and suffering. They often ignore public outcry while pursuing their agendas.
  3. People have very different views on what free speech means. It can range from accountability and truth to defending harmful comments without consequence.

In Venezuela, activists cry foul after reported priest suicide

The Pillar • 294 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Government Corruption
  1. Fr. Josiah K'Okal was a Kenyan missionary living in Venezuela who advocated for the human rights of indigenous communities, particularly the Warao people.
  2. His death was ruled a suicide, but activists, media, and Catholics believe foul play was involved due to inconsistencies in the case.
  3. K'Okal's work to expose human trafficking and defend indigenous rights in a region plagued by criminal groups raised suspicions about the circumstances of his death.

2 candidates for the American Presidency who threatened PHARMA-GLOBALIST HEGEMONY have been eliminated from the running: no surprise because drug companies control politics, education, the media...

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 176 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Two presidential candidates who challenged pharma-globalist power were eliminated from the race in 2024.
  2. The remaining major candidates from both parties supported pandemic measures that led to a significant increase in deaths and costs for the nation.
  3. The influence of drug companies in politics, education, and media remains significant, impacting American elections.

What is the matter with South Africa?

An Africanist Perspective • 178 implied HN points • 30 Jan 23
🌍 World Politics Government Corruption
  1. The promised benefits of ending apartheid in South Africa have not been realized, leading to economic and political challenges.
  2. Efforts such as Black Economic Empowerment and land redistribution programs have largely failed to address racial inequality in the country.
  3. Potential solutions for South Africa's economic rejuvenation include becoming a gateway to Africa and deregulating the informal economy to spur job creation.

CENSORSHIP IS NOW HARD-WIRED

Who is Robert Malone • 22 implied HN points • 07 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Censorship is increasingly becoming a part of governments around the world, starting from the United States. This can negatively affect our freedom of thought and speech.
  2. Many people who participated in the January 6 protests faced harsh legal consequences, which is unusual for political protests in U.S. history. It's seen by some as political persecution.
  3. It's important for individuals to resist censorship wherever it appears. Promoting free speech is crucial for preserving individual liberties and a healthy society.

Buying Politicians is Easy

The Corbett Report • 20 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Corruption
  1. Peter Thiel gained New Zealand citizenship using a dubious process, breaking the law by not spending required time in the country. He mainly used this citizenship as a safety measure for his wealth.
  2. Thiel has heavily invested in American politics, supporting candidates like Ron Paul and Donald Trump to gain political influence. His financial contributions help him push his libertarian agenda.
  3. Through his connections, Thiel has embedded his interests in government positions and has profited from military contracts, especially during conflicts like the Ukraine war and recent events in Gaza.

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Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 30 Apr 17
🌍 World Politics Government Corruption
  1. Taking action is more important than just picking up trash. Preventing pollution is crucial.
  2. Good governance plays a significant role in addressing environmental issues. Governments should prevent wrongdoings and promote positive actions.
  3. Protesting can raise awareness and hold governments accountable. It is a way for people to demand better governance and environmental protection.