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In A Time of Compliant Democrats, Resist Like Bill Burr

JoeWrote • 309 implied HN points • 30 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political strategy Resistance Movements Far Right Politics Media Critique Cultural Commentary
  1. It's important to point out that some political leaders and their supporters can be ridiculous and untrustworthy. Instead of just debating facts, it's more effective to call out their nonsense directly.
  2. When challenging opposing views, clarity is key. Use straightforward language to make your point and help others see how extreme some ideas are.
  3. Instead of being polite and compromising with those who hold harmful views, focus on resisting their ideas and building a strong community to support positive change.

Rage against the machines

Becoming Noble • 1594 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Technological Impact Resistance Movements
  1. The regime will try to leverage artificial intelligence to replace high-agency populations with machine learning for productivity, leading to potential societal hostility and disruption.
  2. In the past, the ruling class reduced populations to 'cogs in the machine' for system functionality, but in a post-industrial society, this dynamic may change.
  3. The overreliance on AI as a replacement for competent human decision-makers may lead to delusion and failure in societal restructuring, as the technology has limitations and cannot replace human excellence.

Who Was The German Resistance?

Castalia • 419 implied HN points • 01 Apr 24
💾 History World War II Resistance Movements Historical Figures
  1. There was a German resistance against Hitler that started as early as 1938, surprising many after the war. They actively tried to kill him and faced many challenges.
  2. Key figures like Henning von Tresckow and Admiral Wilhelm Canaris played important roles in the resistance. They took great risks and attempted several assassination plots.
  3. Their failure to kill Hitler and the skepticism from the Allies about their intentions limited their impact. Despite their courage, history could have been very different if they had succeeded.

Welcome to the Resi...lience: How to Resist Techno-authoritarianism and Grow the Regenerative Alternative

As If We Were Staying • 5 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Authoritarianism Economic Systems Resistance Movements
  1. The Superorganism is a way to describe a system that seeks to extract resources without caring for people or the planet. To resist it, we need to be aware of its blind spots and act where it least expects us.
  2. Our strategy should focus on breaking down the wealth and resources of the Superorganism. This means we should find ways to disrupt its systems and also create new, independent sources of wealth that aren't tied to it.
  3. Building a strong community outside of the Superorganism is key. By supporting local economies and working together, we can create resilience and sustainability while lessening the Superorganism's hold over us.

Trump Has Declared War On Canada!

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 30 implied HN points • 01 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics International relations Trade Policies Resistance Movements
  1. Trump's actions are seen as political sanctions against Canada, which some believe is an act of war. This has raised concerns about the safety of American goods in Canada and the reactions of Canadians.
  2. There's a call for Canadians to form groups to resist American influence. This highlights fears of potential annexation and the desire to protect Canadian sovereignty.
  3. The economic situation in the US is perceived as unstable, which might be driving Trump's aggressive trade policies. This has sparked worries about the future relationship between the US and Canada.
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Trumpocalypse Now!

Daniel Pinchbeck’s Newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political theory Resistance Movements Civic engagement Christianity
  1. Building real, face-to-face community meetings can help people connect and discuss real issues more effectively than online talk. It's important to have local gatherings to share experiences.
  2. A new approach to resistance and opposition is needed, focusing on integrity and transparency. This could create a moral authority that helps people unite against extreme corporate and state power.
  3. Authentic Christianity challenges many values of modern society. Living by Christ's teachings means rejecting materialism and prioritizing love and community over power and control.