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Lost Over Dunkirk

Military Aviation Videos • 19 implied HN points • 28 Apr 24
💾 History Military Aviation WWII Propaganda
  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.

Ukraine trans military spox who said dissidents would be 'hunted down' confirms, then later denies, that he's a U.S. government asset

The Dossier • 4579 implied HN points • 18 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics Military Ukraine US government Propaganda Intelligence Community
  1. A Ukrainian military spokesperson made controversial statements and later confirmed/denied being a U.S. government asset.
  2. The spokesperson declared that Russia's 'propagandists' would be 'hunted down' worldwide.
  3. There are questions raised about broader American support for the Ukraine war effort.

JOHNSTONE February Issue: Exposing The Ugly Reality Of War Crimes

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 554 implied HN points • 24 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics War Crimes Propaganda
  1. The February edition of JOHNSTONE focuses on exposing the reality of war crimes, specifically looking at the destruction in Gaza and the situation of Julian Assange.
  2. The post highlights how the western empire has hidden its depravity regarding war crimes and emphasizes the importance of unmasking such atrocities through journalism.
  3. The issue addresses various topics such as the complicity of supporting Israel, the struggle in distinguishing propaganda from truth, and the critical need to confront the crimes of the empire openly.

From War Of The Worlds To Laurence Rockefeller’s Disclosure Project Part 1: A Century Of UFO Psyops Exposed

Matt Ehret's Insights • 1041 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics UFOs Disclosure Propaganda Global Governance
  1. Major governmental and space agencies are now openly discussing alien disclosure.
  2. There is a history of using psychological operations (PsyOps) to manipulate beliefs and perceptions.
  3. Past events like the War of the Worlds broadcast show how media can influence public perceptions.
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SITREP 6/21/23: Russia Re-Orients to Kupyansk in Surprise Advance

Simplicius's Garden of Knowledge • 7154 implied HN points • 22 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Military Conflict Nuclear Weapons History Propaganda
  1. Russian forces have been successful in pushing back Ukrainian troops in certain regions.
  2. Different units of the Russian Army proper show varying levels of strength and success compared to auxiliary units.
  3. There are concerns over potential nuclear escalation with the supply of F-16s to Ukraine and the possible use of nuclear weapons by various parties.

The myth of the Jewish Lobby

Yasha Levine • 668 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Foreign Relations Nationalism Imperialism Propaganda International Conflicts
  1. The United States has historically supported specific ethnic and cultural groups to project its power abroad.
  2. The American Empire weaponized immigrant populations, using their nationalist identities to destabilize enemy states.
  3. Support for Israel is not solely due to the Jewish Lobby, but aligns with the interests of the imperial consensus.

Bakeryland

Wordloaf • 589 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Baking History Industry Propaganda
  1. The game 'Pillsbury Bakeryland' was created by Pillsbury in 1936 to teach kids about bread making and selling.
  2. The game features scripts that show how to sell bread in different settings like house-to-house, wholesale, and retail.
  3. The game was part of the baking industry's campaign to promote buying bread over baking it at home, reflecting changes in bread baking practices in America from 1929 to 1933.

Ecuador's Gangster Insurgency

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 511 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Latin America Crime Television Propaganda
  1. Ecuador faced a gangster insurgency involving violent actions like seizing TV stations and kidnapping police officers.
  2. The gangsters used propaganda tactics like releasing videos to spread fear and intimidation among the public.
  3. The situation in Ecuador reflects a broader issue of crime wars in Latin America, with implications beyond its borders.

The Art of Propaganda

The Forgotten Files • 373 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
💾 History Propaganda WWII America Japan Public Perception
  1. The post discusses how propaganda was used to shape public perception in America and Japan during WWII.
  2. Various examples of propaganda materials from the WWII era are showcased, including maps and leaflets.
  3. The materials highlighted demonstrate the different strategies and messages used in propaganda to influence attitudes and actions.

Censorship: How Does It Work?

Moly’s Substack • 334 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Censorship Propaganda Conspiracy Theories Protests
  1. Censorship in China focuses on making the country look good, hiding negative information, and implying that other countries are just as bad.
  2. The Great Firewall of China is not very effective due to the widespread use of VPNs for accessing banned content.
  3. Chinese censorship also includes subtle methods, like controlling English education and promoting government-approved conspiracy theories.

Ride Across the River

imetatronink • 2535 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Conflict Military Strategy Propaganda
  1. Russian military strategy in the ongoing war in Ukraine focuses on attrition
  2. Ukrainian Armed Forces face significant challenges with depleted resources and ammunition shortages
  3. Speculation on potential Russian actions includes allowing a Ukrainian counter-offensive towards Crimea before a strategic Russian move

Weekend #70: Reflexive Control and Putin's Nuclear Threats

Phillips’s Newsletter • 115 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Russia Ukraine Warfare Nuclear Propaganda
  1. Reflexive control is a strategic concept used by Russia to influence enemy decision-making by shaping their thought processes, even more critical than battlefield actions.
  2. Putin's deployment of nuclear threats as part of reflexive control tactics has successfully influenced Western countries like the USA and Germany in providing limited aid to Ukraine, despite numerous unfulfilled threats in the past.
  3. The recent high rate of Russian aircraft losses in Ukraine showcases a short-term risk strategy to target Ukrainian military weaknesses, indicating potential long-term consequences for Russia's airpower.

Censorship Industrial Complex Leaders Were Also Behind Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax

Public • 404 implied HN points • 15 Dec 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Censorship Conspiracy Theories Election interference Propaganda
  1. There are connections between the leaders of the Censorship Industrial Complex and the Trump-Russia Collusion Hoax.
  2. The Cyber Threat Intelligence League (CTIL) was involved in censoring content on social media, with links to the Russian collusion narrative.
  3. Various individuals and groups, including Zetalytics and members of the Clinton campaign, were tied to promoting the Trump-Russia collusion narrative and engaging in disinformation activities.

No Country Has a "Right to Exist"

Stark Realities with Brian McGlinchey • 595 implied HN points • 01 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Israel-Palestine conflict Governance Human Rights Political Systems Propaganda
  1. No country inherently has a 'right to exist', they require permission from the governed to exist.
  2. The concept of states having a 'right to exist' is false, as history shows political arrangements change over time.
  3. States, from Israel to Ukraine, can only justly exist if they have the consent of those they govern.

Major Social Media Clampdowns Coming

DARK FUTURA • 1533 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🌍 World Politics Censorship Government Influence Propaganda Information Control
  1. Major social media clampdowns are expected due to recent events sparking increased monitoring by the Pentagon.
  2. Global governments are tightening control over social media and the internet under the guise of anti-disinformation campaigns, limiting free speech.
  3. There is a close fusion between big tech, social media, and intelligence agencies, raising concerns about who truly controls information policies.

Deconstructing the Hegemony; Reconstructing the Pluriverse — II

Pluriversal Planet • 216 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
🚌 Education Colonialism Hegemony Philanthropy Propaganda Global South
  1. Participatory democracy is a myth in a world dominated by Eurocentric and profit-centered ideologies.
  2. Hegemony and regeneration are conflicting philosophies, with efforts towards a pluriversal world being hindered by hidden hegemonic tactics.
  3. Tools of hegemony include philanthropy, propaganda, and education, which perpetuate control, maintain the status quo, and limit diverse perspectives.

American Shadow Creatures Exposed: But Will the Empire Still Win the Day?

Matt Ehret's Insights • 1159 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Governance International relations Geopolitics Global Affairs Propaganda
  1. Throughout history, there have been instances where shadowy actions have been exposed but often don't lead to significant consequences.
  2. American leaders like Lincoln, FDR, and JFK fought against imperial impulses and tried to shine a light on these shadowy forces.
  3. Recent events like the Durham Report have shed light on the fabrication of Russiagate, showing the importance of alliances with countries like Russia and China to counter the global empire.

Legacy Media is an Antiquated, Obsolete Relic

DARK FUTURA • 1395 implied HN points • 28 Mar 23
📰 News Media Censorship Journalism Narrative Propaganda
  1. Legacy media is becoming outdated and irrelevant in the face of democratized citizen journalism.
  2. The internet has revolutionized news delivery, allowing direct access to information and challenging traditional media sources.
  3. Legacy media is resorting to censorship and biased reporting to maintain control over the narrative as their power diminishes.

Fool Me Twice

Séamus Malekafzali • 275 implied HN points • 20 Nov 23
🌍 World Politics Warfare Propaganda Conflict Media
  1. The post-9/11 and Iraq War era tactics are being used in Israel's war in Gaza, with diminishing returns.
  2. Israel and the US are justifying the Gaza conflict using historical comparisons like the Third Reich and the War on Terror.
  3. The playbook of spreading false information and preparing for war has been seen before, causing distrust and cynicism.

Hashtag Genocide

The False Consensus Effect • 118 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Genocide Government Propaganda Journalism Human Rights
  1. The author expresses concerns about genocide happening and feels the need to speak out about it even if others are silent.
  2. The post discusses how various entities like Joe Biden, Congress, the Supreme Court, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff are seen as complicit in genocide.
  3. It highlights the impact of fear and 20-30 years of corporate media propaganda on society's ability to recognize and address genocide.

Propaganda

The Leftovers • 119 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Propaganda Discourse War Truth Manipulation
  1. The state of the world results from cruelty being under-reported, questioning the impact of words on changing world events.
  2. Propaganda manipulates truth, and people tend to recognize it more easily when it comes from the opposing side.
  3. Consuming one's own propaganda can weaken their position due to gullibility and uncritical acceptance.

Meryl Nass on WHO "Tyranny Treaty"

Kevin’s Newsletter • 432 implied HN points • 15 Sep 23
🌍 World Politics UN Pandemic Corruption Activism Propaganda
  1. Dr. Meryl Nass is speaking out against the WHO "Tyranny Treaty" and facing backlash for prescribing ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine to COVID patients.
  2. Dr. E. Michael Jones is critical of the Anti-Defamation League and Elon Musk is supporting the hashtag #BanTheADL.
  3. There is ongoing criticism of NATO's role in Libya and the Washington Post's framing of the catastrophe.

Covid Origins Hearing Features Republicans Trying to Pin Fauci While Ignoring Wider Structure

husseini • 530 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
📰 News Politics Pandemic Investigation Propaganda
  1. The Covid origins hearing focused on Republicans targeting Fauci and downplaying a broader context.
  2. Key figures like Jeremy Farrar and Ron Fouchier were mentioned, but their significance was left unexplained.
  3. There were accusations of a cover-up orchestrated to steer away from lab origin theories and the potential dangers involved.