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What Are You Blathering About?

The Radar • 39 implied HN points • 04 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. The importance of resources in solving problems, not just words and policies.
  2. Issues with lack of quality investigative reporting on military services by major media.
  3. The need for leadership to create self-limiting mechanisms in organizations for effective leadership.

US Military Contractors Used Counterterrorism Tactics Against The American People, New Documents Show

Public • 435 implied HN points • 04 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. US military contractors used counterterrorism tactics against the American people
  2. Tactics included psychological operations, debanking, and changing social media platforms' Terms of Service
  3. The Censorship Industrial Complex waged influence operations using offensive methods like disinformation campaigns and debanking

Britain is secretly pro-building stuff

Odds and Ends of History • 67 implied HN points • 26 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Many people in Britain actually support building new homes, showing a hidden desire for development. It's important to understand public opinion on housing to better address issues in this area.
  2. The planning system in Britain is more complicated and less effective than many think. This dysfunction can make it harder to create new housing and infrastructure.
  3. There's a push for improving the British military's innovation and security. This focus on modernizing defense is linked to overall national prosperity and safety.

Saturday Commentary and Review #152

Fisted by Foucault • 356 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. The idea of surnames being changed at Ellis Island is a myth; immigrants changed their names later by choice.
  2. North Korea is showing signs of potential attack on South Korea, with a focus on war preparation themes.
  3. The decline of the US machine tool industry since the 1980s has raised concerns about national industrial capabilities.

The World According to Trump (w/ Col. Lawrence Wilkerson) | The Chris Hedges Report

The Chris Hedges Report • 150 implied HN points • 08 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Trump might go back to being president and that could change how the U.S. deals with global issues. His actions could affect the situation in places like Gaza, Ukraine, and Iran.
  2. Wilkerson believes Trump doesn't really want to start wars but has a strong loyalty to Israel. This makes it tricky because any support for Israel could lead to conflicts, especially with Iran.
  3. Both Trump and Biden might lead the U.S. to support harsh policies in the Middle East, which could worsen the lives of people there, particularly in places like Gaza.
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Civilian Control, 1.5 Degrees, and Your Friendly Neighborhood National Security State

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 65 implied HN points • 16 May 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Civilian control of the military is important, but there are concerns about military leaders pushing back against civilian authority. Sometimes people desire military intervention to resolve political issues.
  2. Global warming has surpassed the 1.5°C threshold, which raises alarms about climate change and its impact. Reports show that we might already be facing this critical level of warming.
  3. The security state seems to be increasing its focus on citizens with different opinions. This could lead to targeting individuals who hold views contrary to those in power.

Document: Pentagon Knew Weapons Shipments for the Failed Ukraine "Counter-Offensive" Were a Logistical Disaster

Michael Tracey • 130 implied HN points • 17 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. The Pentagon was aware that the weapons shipments for Ukraine's counter-offensive had serious logistical problems before it started. This means they knew it would be hard to get supplies to the troops in time.
  2. It cost the U.S. government an extra $1.6 million because of delays in delivering ammunition. This situation arose primarily due to issues with rail service, which made it harder to transport weapons quickly.
  3. The public and lawmakers didn't know about these problems until much later despite the military's push for the counter-offensive. This lack of transparency affects how people view the U.S.'s role and decisions in the conflict.

America is unlikely to defeat a peer opponent

America in Crisis • 59 implied HN points • 07 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. America is struggling to maintain hegemony due to shifts in military production potential favoring autocratic powers.
  2. Building up military power would strain government finances, potentially leading to higher deficits and inflation.
  3. To revive capabilities like the Arsenal of Democracy, a political dispensation supporting non-financial production needs to replace the current focus on shareholder wealth under the Reagan dispensation.

Biden to deploy American boots on the ground in Gaza, in accommodating the demands of a fanatical voting base

The Dossier • 284 implied HN points • 07 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. President Biden plans to deploy American troops to Gaza to build a port, risking their safety in a dangerous war zone.
  2. The decision to involve the military in Gaza construction raises concerns over the misuse of resources and lack of Congressional oversight.
  3. Political motives, such as appealing to voters in crucial swing states, may be a driving force behind the deployment of troops in Gaza.

Lost Over Dunkirk

Military Aviation Videos • 19 implied HN points • 28 Apr 24
💾 History Military
  1. The story recounts the heroic adventures of Spitfire Ace Gordon Olive, showcasing his skill and bravery during the Battle of Britain.
  2. Gordon Olive's recount of chasing and bringing down a Messerschmitt 111 with his Spitfire highlights the plane's effectiveness and the intensity of aerial combat during WWII.
  3. Despite facing dangerous situations, Olive's quick thinking and skill as a pilot allowed him to escape and continue fighting, showcasing the courage and resilience of military aviators.

What's in a name?

The Outpost • 78 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. Contractors in Ukraine earn higher pay compared to other dangerous areas.
  2. Employers in Ukraine seek veterans with combat experience.
  3. Ukraine has become a training ground for soldiers of fortune, impacting its governance and demographics.

Putin's weak spot?

Comment is Freed • 92 implied HN points • 16 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Peace talks between key leaders are starting, but Ukraine's concerns are being overlooked. They're worried that negotiations might not prioritize their interests.
  2. Putin appears to want a victory in negotiations but is only being offered a draw. This creates tension as the goals of Russia and the US don’t fully align.
  3. The state of Russia's economy is fragile due to the ongoing war, which could influence Putin's decisions in peace talks. He might seek a favorable deal now while the US administration is somewhat supportive.

Links for 2023-04-20

Axis of Ordinary • 78 implied HN points • 20 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Military
  1. LLM cognitive architectures are advancing AI development with natural language alignment.
  2. US AI policy suggestions are being explored in 12 tentative ideas.
  3. New methods like DINOv2 for training computer vision models are gaining traction with self-supervised learning.

Links for 2023-03-10

Axis of Ordinary • 78 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Military
  1. First demonstration of a learning-based method for human locomotion with Transformers
  2. Diffusion Policy outperforms other robot learning methods by 46.9%
  3. GPT-4 by Microsoft Germany will be multimodal and released soon

In the Shadow of Stumbling Colossus

Devlin’s Newsletter • 78 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. The Cult of Victory related to WW2 had negative impacts on Russia, promoting bad military practices and authoritarianism.
  2. The Soviet Invasion of Manchuria wasn't a great military operation and doesn't exemplify operational art excellence.
  3. Soviet tactical training in WW2 was consistently poor, affecting the army's readiness and performance.

A military and civilian aviation veteran explains Wednesday night's crash

Unreported Truths • 100 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
📰 News Military
  1. The crash was influenced by multiple failures in communication, coordination, and pilot training. Better planning and checks could have prevented it.
  2. Weather conditions, like strong winds, played a significant role in the incident. These factors made flying more complicated for both the helicopter and the airplane.
  3. The helicopter was flying higher than allowed, which was a big mistake. Following the set altitude rules could have avoided the crash completely.

The Four Horsemen of Gaza’s Apocalypse

The Chris Hedges Report • 310 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Biden's policies towards Israel and the Middle East are influenced by advisors with a skewed view of the Muslim world.
  2. Biden and his inner circle are criticized for being incompetent and misguided in their approach to international affairs.
  3. The Biden administration's strategies in the Middle East ignore realities on the ground, perpetuating suffering and risking escalation.

Pakistan coup regime bans Imran Khan, dissidents killed, as US eyes China ties, Israel normalization

Geopolitical Economy Report • 139 implied HN points • 26 Oct 22
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. Pakistan's military-dominated regime, with US backing, banned former PM Imran Khan from office causing protests.
  2. The US is pressuring Pakistan to weaken ties with China, arm Ukraine, and recognize Israel, following the coup.
  3. The unelected coup regime in Pakistan is seeking a strategic partnership with the US, potentially softening relations with China.

Glory, Glory What a Hell of a Way To Die

The Radar • 39 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
💾 History Military
  1. The Battle of the Bulge was a significant event in history where American soldiers showed remarkable resilience and determination.
  2. Amid harsh conditions, the soldiers fought bravely and unitedly for each other rather than personal glory.
  3. Brig. Gen. Anthony McAuliffe's response of 'NUTS!' exemplifies the defiant spirit and resolve of the Allied forces during the battle.

How Ukraine, a country without a navy, destroyed 25+ Russian warships

Back To Sifar • 19 HN points • 21 Apr 24
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. Despite lacking a navy, Ukraine employed innovative tactics and modern technology to destroy over 25 Russian warships.
  2. Cost-effective weapons like anti-tank guided missiles, tactical ballistic missiles, and anti-ship/cruise missiles were crucial in Ukraine's naval victories.
  3. The use of drones also played a significant role in Ukraine's successful attacks on the Russian Black Sea fleet, changing the dynamics of modern warfare.

Making Sense of The Après-Ukraine.

Trying to Understand the World • 7 implied HN points • 11 Dec 25
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. You can’t easily draw universal lessons from Ukraine because the war’s context is unique, political, and many lessons won’t be practical or agreed on.
  2. Logistics, ammunition and sheer numbers often matter more than individual platforms: large stocks, resupply and integrated command let forces fight for years, and massed missiles or drones can overwhelm defenses.
  3. Drones and new technologies are important but conditional — defenses will adapt, the West will adopt them slowly and unevenly, and these tools will create unexpected civilian, criminal, and military uses.

Belarus Security Update – 15 – 21 January 2024

Ukraine Conflict Monitor • 39 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. The posture of the Belarusian Armed Forces remained unchanged over the past week.
  2. Military-political developments in Belarus focused on upcoming strategic military documents like the military doctrine and national security concept.
  3. Belarusian military officials had active engagements, including readiness inspections, international meetings, and training events.

Going to the Movies...with the Pentagon

Humanities in Revolt • 139 implied HN points • 20 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Military
  1. Popular culture often simplifies military conflicts, portraying them as good guys versus bad guys, neglecting moral complexities and political decisions.
  2. The Pentagon has a significant influence on Hollywood, collaborating with movie makers to shape the portrayal of the U.S. military in films.
  3. The military's entertainment office employs tactics that aim to manufacture consent and influence public perception through relationships with the entertainment industry.

The Ukraine Blowback Begins

JoeWrote • 76 implied HN points • 04 Mar 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. America's military support for Ukraine is getting complicated and could lead to unexpected problems in the future. There are concerns that weapons could land in the wrong hands and create new conflicts.
  2. Some extremist groups in Ukraine, like the Azov Battalion, have gained power and access to U.S. military equipment. This raises worries about how they might use these weapons in the future, especially if they turn against the Ukrainian government.
  3. The situation is becoming unstable as political support from the U.S. shifts. If military aid stops, it could lead to infighting and chaos within Ukraine, making things even worse for the country.

The USA is Trump's Now, Europe Must Get Ready

Phillips’s Newsletter • 119 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Trump is becoming president again with a strong majority, and this changes things for Europe. They need to prepare for new challenges ahead.
  2. Trump's stance on NATO could make the alliance less effective. US forces might not defend Europe if Trump doesn't want them to.
  3. European leaders might try to win Trump over, but it's uncertain if it will work. They need to face the reality that things cannot stay the same.

Breathtaking Resolve

Diane Francis • 339 implied HN points • 01 Mar 22
🌍 World Politics Military
  1. Vitalii Skakun volunteered to help his country by placing explosives on a bridge to stop Russian troops. He showed incredible bravery in a dangerous situation.
  2. In his final moments, he made a significant sacrifice for his nation, putting others before his own safety.
  3. This act of courage highlights the lengths people will go to defend their homeland during a crisis.

Brief: Google received cloud contract supporting U.S. Special Operations Forces

All-Source Intelligence Fusion • 223 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Google received a cloud contract to support U.S. Special Operations Forces as part of a $9 billion program run by the Pentagon, along with Microsoft, Oracle, and Amazon.
  2. The U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) with roughly 60,000 personnel works closely with elite units for direct action missions and core activities like counter-insurgency operations.
  3. The cloud computing contracts are seen as linking the CIA's cloud contract and the Pentagon's JWCC initiative, suggesting a bridge between intelligence and military operations.

August 24, 2025

Letters from an American • 23 implied HN points • 25 Aug 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Democratic governors are opposing Trump's use of military power against American citizens. They believe it threatens state sovereignty and is an abuse of power.
  2. Trump is facing challenges in appointing judges due to a Senate rule called 'blue slips,' which allows senators to block his nominees. His frustration reflects bigger issues with his administration's control.
  3. Governors are firmly stating there is no need for federal troops in their states, highlighting that Trump is trying to create a crisis. This has led to tensions and funny exchanges on social media between Trump and various governors.

The Top Gun Effect: Why Hollywood Movies Matter to the U.S. Military

Humanities in Revolt • 119 implied HN points • 29 Nov 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. The U.S. military sees Hollywood movies as a way to educate the public about warfare and shape public perception of the military.
  2. Movies like "Top Gun" have influenced recruitment and public image of the military by portraying it in a positive light.
  3. There is a significant financial and societal impact to the U.S. military's involvement in Hollywood movies, revealing the influence of entertainment on public perception and funding.

US Authorizes (limited) Long-Range Strike

Phillips’s Newsletter • 102 implied HN points • 18 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. The Biden Administration has allowed Ukraine to use US long-range strike systems, which is a significant approval after many months of conflict.
  2. President Zelensky emphasized that actions, not announcements, will define their response, implying that military actions will soon take place.
  3. There are still many unanswered questions about this decision, and its impact may depend on future developments and limitations imposed on Ukraine.

Is the All-Volunteer US Military in Crisis?

The Radar • 59 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. The US All-Volunteer Military Force might not be in crisis despite concerns raised in the media
  2. There is a need for a critical evaluation of military recruitment goals and priorities to ensure the best use of resources
  3. The low percentage of young Americans interested in pursuing a military career can be viewed positively as a sign of valuing peace over conflict

"One Fine Son of a Bitch"

The Radar • 59 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military
  1. Gen. George Patton had a knack for intuitive leadership, known as 'coup d’oeil,' allowing him to swiftly assess situations and make decisions.
  2. Patton, despite his rough exterior, showed humility and openness to learning from his mistakes, which endeared him to his soldiers and fostered loyalty.
  3. Patton valued competence over personal relationships, surrounding himself with individuals who could perform well, even if they disagreed with him.