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Israel And Its Apologists Weaponize Sympathy In Order To Facilitate Genocide

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 1890 implied HN points • 23 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Media Control Public Opinion Manipulation Narrative
  1. People often play the victim to gain sympathy, which helps them control the narrative around important issues. Sympathy makes others more likely to believe their stories.
  2. Manipulators use sympathy as a weapon to get what they want, whether it's attention, resources, or power. This dynamic is seen in various situations, including political debates.
  3. It's important to be cautious about where we direct our sympathy. If it's used manipulatively, it can lead to harm for others, especially in complex situations like international conflicts.

The Putinization of America

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 13 implied HN points • 16 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Authoritarianism Democracy Civil Rights Media Control Political strategy
  1. Modern authoritarian leaders have learned from each other and use advanced techniques to control power. They focus on methods like controlling media, centralizing power, and shutting down opposition.
  2. In the U.S., some political groups are drawing inspiration from authoritarian regimes to weaken democracy. This creates a serious risk for the future of freedoms and rights in America.
  3. Many people in the U.S. are unaware of how close the country is to losing democratic values. If Americans do not become more engaged and aware, they risk losing their freedoms without even realizing it.

It's 2024: Are We Going To Make It?

Emerald Robinson’s The Right Way • 6130 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Election Foreign influence Media Control National Security
  1. America is seen as a post-constitutional nation by some, with the federal government having no clear limitations.
  2. There are concerns about the infiltration of communism in American society, with examples like rigged elections and foreign interference.
  3. The urgency for unity and support for independent journalism is emphasized as a means to combat perceived threats and challenges.

How the U.S. Government Controls Ukrainian Media

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1465 implied HN points • 18 Feb 25
🌍 World Politics Media Control Propaganda International relations Censorship U.S. foreign policy
  1. A lot of the 'independent' media in Ukraine is funded by USAID, which means American taxpayer money is being used in ways that some might not expect.
  2. When a journalist exposed government abuse in Ukraine, other media outlets published negative stories about him instead of covering the attack he filmed, showing a lack of support for independent journalism.
  3. This situation highlights how independent media can be influenced by government interests, which can lead to misinformation and a suppression of truth.

This Dystopia Depends On Hiding Inconvenient Truths

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 2021 implied HN points • 29 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social Issues Government reform Media Control Public Policy Human Rights
  1. Our society often ignores uncomfortable truths to maintain a sense of normalcy. This hiding helps keep people from realizing the suffering that exists in the world.
  2. Inconvenient realities, like waste disposal and poverty, are often pushed away from our view. By doing this, we avoid facing the consequences of our actions.
  3. The truth eventually comes to light. Sooner or later, we will have to confront the realities we've been avoiding and take responsibility for them.
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How will Trump Become Dictator?

Erik Examines • 268 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Authoritarianism Election Dynamics Political Narrative Media Control Historical comparisons
  1. Trump's approach to gaining power could follow a slow and strategic path like other modern dictators, rather than an abrupt takeover. This means he might try to control various parts of the government and media gradually.
  2. Looking at examples like Putin's Russia and Orbán's Hungary helps understand how a more subtle authoritarianism can develop in a modern society. These regimes often maintain a facade of democracy while consolidating power behind the scenes.
  3. There's a real concern that if Trump were to attempt an authoritarian shift, it could lead to significant backlash in the U.S. Americans value their freedoms highly and might resist overreach aggressively, creating a cycle of conflict.

the winds of phase change

bad cattitude • 293 implied HN points • 15 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Populism Media Control Elites Censorship Culture Wars
  1. People are starting to recognize that they have been misled and manipulated by a small elite, realizing they're not alone in feeling this way. It's like a collective awakening to the truth.
  2. Cancel culture is about silencing voices and creating division among people. It aims to maintain control by making individuals afraid to express non-mainstream views.
  3. Recent events, like the changes brought by social media, show that the elite's control is weakening. More people are finding their voices and uniting against those who try to keep them isolated.

Trump’s TikTok Flip-Flop. A Weed Debate. Another Presidential Contender.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1252 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Bipartisanship Presidential politics Media Control
  1. The House of Representatives is voting on legislation to force ByteDance to sell TikTok due to concerns over Chinese Communist Party control, leading to an unexpected political divide.
  2. The debate over cannabis legalization includes concerns about health risks associated with marijuana use, such as an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
  3. There are bipartisan efforts in the House to address the threat of foreign propaganda and data control by the Chinese Communist Party through TikTok, with legislators pushing for a forced sale of the platform.

It’s Time To Save Civilization From The Pathocratic State

Public • 766 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Democracy Media Control Authoritarianism Totalitarianism Disinformation
  1. The media and political establishment are seen as a greater threat to democracy than populist movements.
  2. The term 'pathocracy' is used to describe leadership positions filled with narcissists and psychopaths.
  3. Governments and mainstream establishments have engaged in manipulative and authoritarian actions over the years.

Make America Hungary Again

Can We Still Govern? • 148 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Democracy Authoritarianism Media Control Higher education Bureaucracy
  1. The MAGA movement's admiration for Viktor Orban signifies a desire for authoritarianism over greatness, as demonstrated by Orban's undemocratic tactics in Hungary.
  2. Orban's success lies in his ability to consolidate power by controlling institutions like the media, judiciary, and higher education, mirroring patterns seen in the potential rise of American Orbanism.
  3. Orban's strategy includes increasing control over the bureaucracy to create a network of loyalists, leading to a corrupt system enabling his authoritarian rule, which American politicians are observing for potential application.

The Crisis in South Korea, But With Jokes

I Might Be Wrong • 4 implied HN points • 04 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Leadership International relations Political Satire Media Control Civil Rights
  1. South Korea is facing a political crisis that impacts its future and is significant to the world. It's important because the stability of South Korea affects global matters like technology and culture.
  2. President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, which gives him control over the media and bans political activities. This move is a serious step back for democracy in the country.
  3. While there are comparisons to political figures in the U.S., it's crucial to recognize that global events are not just reflections of American politics. Each country's situation is unique.