Podcast Summary
Manafort meets Assange, Twitter under fire for bias: Former Trump campaign manager Manafort reportedly met with Assange, Twitter faces backlash for perceived conservative bias, and a conservative veteran's account was reinstated after backlash
There is a lot of political turmoil and controversy surrounding Paul Manafort, Trump's former campaign manager, and Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. The Guardian reported that Manafort allegedly met with Assange at the Ecuadorian Embassy, which has sparked a reaction from John Brennan, the former CIA director under the Obama administration. Additionally, Twitter has been in the news for targeting conservatives and deleting their accounts. In response, Dan Bongino suggested listeners look into Twitter being reclassified as a publisher instead of a platform and even suggested selling any stock in the company due to its perceived bias against conservatives. Furthermore, Bongino mentioned that Jesse Kelly, a conservative veteran, had his Twitter account reinstated after a backlash against the platform. The show was also sponsored by Saucy, an alcohol delivery app that delivers wine, beer, and liquor right to your door.
Russian Involvement in American Politics: Russia is trying to sow discord and create divisions within the US, with no clear allegiance to either party. Deripaska's ties to Manafort and Assange raise questions about potential Russian manipulation.
There are allegations of Russian involvement in American politics through figures like Oleg Deripaska, who has business ties to Paul Manafort and Julian Assange. Manafort's interactions with Russian-connected individuals are causing a stir, but there is no evidence of illegal collusion between Trump and Russia. The Democrats and Republicans may have differing views on how to handle Russia, but it's clear that Russia is not an ally of the United States. Instead, they are trying to sow discord and create divisions within the country. Deripaska's connections to both Manafort and Assange through lobbyist Adam Waldman raise questions about whether Russia is manipulating events from behind the scenes. The Russians do not care who wins the political battles in the US, but rather seek to weaken the country as a whole.
Russian Businessman Deripaska's Connections to U.S. Election Investigation: Russian businessman Oleg Deripaska, linked to Putin, may have used associates and past business dealings to influence U.S. politics, contributing to the ongoing election investigation
There appear to be multiple connections between various individuals and entities, including Oleg Deripaska, a Russian businessman with ties to Vladimir Putin, and the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election. Deripaska's associate, Adam Waldman, has reportedly communicated with Democratic Senator Mark Warner and Christopher Steele, the author of the dossier containing allegations against Donald Trump. The 2007 Wall Street Journal article written by Glenn Simpson, who later hired Steele, mentions Deripaska's business dealings and attempts to influence U.S. policy. The speaker suggests that the Russians may have used these channels to feed information to the FBI and the American political system, contributing to political discord. This complex web of connections is a significant part of the ongoing investigation.
Russian disinformation campaign during 2016 US election: Russians exploited US intel community's schism and admin's use of negative intel to spread false info, involving Oleg Deripaska, Adam Waldman, and Julian Assange.
The Russian disinformation campaign during the 2016 US election may have been more complex than initially thought, with potential involvement from various players, including Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, lobbyist Adam Waldman, and Julian Assange. The discussion suggests that some of these individuals may have intentionally provided false information to the Hillary Clinton campaign and the Obama administration, knowing it would be eager to use it against political enemies. The Mueller team's investigation into Paul Manafort may have been an attempt to cover up this larger disinformation campaign. The origins of this campaign can be traced back to at least 2015, when the Russians saw an opportunity to exploit the deep schism within the US intelligence community and the Obama administration's willingness to use negative intelligence, regardless of its authenticity. The discussion raises questions about the reliability of information sources and the potential for manipulation in political processes.
Obama Admin Exploited Political Biases to Sow Discord in 2015: The Obama administration may have used dubious intelligence to target Trump associates and create the appearance of collusion with Russia for political gain.
The Russians may have exploited the Obama administration's political biases as early as 2015 to sow discord and create the appearance of collusion between Trump campaign associates and Russia. British intelligence reportedly shared suspicious information about Trump figures, including Michael Flynn, to the Obama administration, which may have used it for political purposes despite knowing its dubious origins. The same Central Intelligence Agency asset, Stefan Halper, was involved in gathering information on Flynn and later contacted George Papadopoulos. The Obama administration's efforts to undermine Flynn, an outspoken critic of the Iran deal, may have been motivated by geopolitical interests. These actions set the stage for later allegations of collusion, which the Trump team has denied.
Obama Admin's Early Investigation of Trump-Russia Collusion: The Obama administration investigated potential Trump-Russia collusion as early as 2015, targeting Michael Flynn at a dinner and sharing information with the CIA. Despite a lack of evidence, Flynn was later charged.
The Obama administration's efforts to investigate potential collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia began as early as 2015, with the targeting of Michael Flynn at a dinner where a Russian woman was present. The information gathered from this incident was shared with the CIA, and Flynn became a subject of concern due to his access to sensitive information. This information was later used against him despite a lack of evidence of wrongdoing. The Russians seemed to be present around key figures in both the Obama administration's enemies and later the Trump team, fueling suspicions of collusion. The CIA's acquisition of Flynn's communications with the Russian ambassador during the transition period raises questions about surveillance and potential setup. The multiple dossier story also sheds light on this issue, as the targeting of political enemies for their interactions with Russians was a wider pattern. The panic about the declassification of certain information relates to the potential exposure of these questionable practices.
British intelligence's role in US election interference: Declassified FISA docs may expose UK's involvement in gathering intel on Trump enemies. Russians manipulated intel to sow discord in US politics, while Obama admin knew but failed to act.
The declassification of FISA documents is expected to reveal the involvement of British intelligence in gathering information on Carter Page and other Obama political enemies. This revelation has the British government concerned because they will no longer be able to deny their role in this process. The Russians reportedly fed disinformation to friendly intelligence outlets, including the UK, which was then used to target American citizens and create a political schism in the US. The Obama administration knew about this Russian interference but chose to use it against Trump instead of addressing it. The Russians effectively played all involved parties, including the five eyes intelligence outlets, for suckers. Meanwhile, Field of Greens from Brick House Nutrition offers consumers actual high-quality fruits and vegetables ground up into a tasty powder, providing essential macronutrients and micronutrients that support a healthy lifestyle.
Examining the substance behind the rhetoric: Political speeches can indicate future success but it's essential to scrutinize the underlying policies and ideologies.
While listening to a political speech can be an indicator of potential future success, it's important to scrutinize the substance behind the rhetoric. Barack Obama's speech during the 2004 Democratic National Convention was a powerful and aspirational one, which led the speaker, then a senator, to make a lasting impact on American politics. Similarly, Beto O'Rourke's speeches have resonated with Democrats, despite his loss in the 2018 Texas Senate race. However, it's crucial to examine the policies and ideologies behind these speeches, as illegal immigration, when not controlled legally, can pose an economic burden on the country, as opposed to the net benefit that legal immigration can bring.
Myths about Illegal Immigration and Taxes Debunked: Illegal immigration costs US taxpayers around $100 billion annually, and Trump's tax cuts did benefit the middle class contrary to the common belief.
Illegal immigration does not result in a net economic benefit for the United States, despite some arguing that illegal immigrants pay taxes. While it's true that they contribute through sales taxes and other means, the lower tax rate they pay and the costs associated with their presence, such as education and healthcare, outweigh any potential revenue gained. The numbers show that illegal immigration costs the US government approximately $100 billion annually. Additionally, the common liberal argument that Trump's tax cuts did not benefit the middle class is also debunked by the data. These myths perpetuated by the media and activists should be challenged with factual information.
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Tax cuts disproportionately benefited the middle class: Contrary to popular belief, the tax cuts primarily benefited the middle class and those below, with larger reductions for lower tax brackets.
The tax cut package primarily benefited the middle class and those below, rather than the wealthy as often claimed. While the wealthy did receive a smaller tax rate cut, the decrease for other tax brackets, particularly the second lowest and lowest, was significantly greater. This contradicts the common narrative that the middle class was negatively impacted by the tax cuts. Similarly, the idea of "free college" is misleading as someone is always paying for it, whether that be through taxes or tuition increases. It's essential to scrutinize such claims and examine the facts.
Misconceptions about free college and student debt: Despite Norway's 'free' college, students accrue more debt due to lack of subsidies for housing. The complexity of college affordability requires careful consideration before implementing solutions.
While some countries offer "free" college tuition, students still accumulate significant debt due to the lack of subsidies for room and board. Contrary to popular belief, the average student debt in Norway, where education is supposedly free, is higher than in the United States. This observation challenges the notion that making college tuition-free would reduce student debt. Additionally, the discussion highlighted the origins of disinformation campaigns about free college and their connection to the Obama administration and the ongoing Mueller probe. It's crucial to understand the complexities of these issues and the potential consequences of implementing seemingly simple solutions.
U.S. debt crisis: Decreasing foreign demand for U.S. bonds: The U.S. government's excessive spending and borrowing could lead to a debt crisis, resulting in higher interest rates and increased costs for mortgages, car loans, and other debt. It's crucial to prioritize fiscal responsibility and address this issue before it becomes catastrophic.
The United States government is facing a potential debt crisis due to excessive spending and borrowing. Foreign demand for U.S. bonds, which the government uses to finance its debt, is decreasing, leading to concerns about higher interest rates in the future. This could result in increased costs for mortgage loans, car loans, and other debt indexed to interest rates. The government will have to pay off this interest on top of existing debt, leading to potentially catastrophic financial consequences. The speaker urged listeners to pay attention to this issue and take action to address it before it becomes a full-blown crisis. Additionally, there were allegations of foreign actors attempting to manipulate this situation for their benefit. It's crucial for individuals and governments to prioritize fiscal responsibility and work towards reducing debt and increasing revenue to avoid such a crisis.
