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[Cool Breeze]

Read the article in its entirety. Excellent write up of the Obama machine. As if I couldn't hate that guy any more for the damage he did to America.

Why do you still hold on to this fiction that he is in charge of anything at all?

[Cool Breeze]

If Obama the global strategist is clearly a failure, and his hand-picked successors at home were a senile old man and a babbling idiot, then the country’s corporate elite and tech oligarchy might rightly question the wisdom of continued payoffs to Obama’s Chicago-style Democratic machine and make peace with Donald Trump instead. Which they did.

The same warning still stands, though. Just as America was unlikely to become a better place by letting White House aides manufacture “public opinion” through their laptops and iPhones, and license fact-free virtue campaigns on nearly every subject under the sun, from the wisdom of “gender-affirming” surgeries for children to defunding the police, it is also unlikely to become a better place if the right uses the same machinery to advance its own wishful imaginings, by costuming themselves in the robes of foreign churches while trumpeting the wonders of secret alien space technology and bemoaning the evils of the Allied side in World War II. In fact, the two groups share a great deal in common with each other, starting with their visceral dislike for the idea of American uniqueness. Exceptionalism is the master narrative of American greatness, and today its only true defender seems to be Donald Trump.

It seems there's many people with this idea. He's like Obi-Wan "Ben" Kenobi. 250 years was a good run and we saw in the election that there's still more good Americans than not. But what comes next, nobody knows. Holding out hope for a better future could be something that unites us. But this fourth turning is shaping up to bring us into the unknown with many opportunities for unhappy endings. Obama thought he could make the world a "better" place but he used FORCE, which is by it's nature Dark. Light will eventually overcome darkness but whatever is leftover after the monumental struggle might shock us. We're exiting the eye of the storm sooner than most realize and it'll hit with a power and force none of us is ready for.

The main thing that you can learn from me is one you all emotionally do not want to: the arc of America and its mythology, especially from a governmental point of view (little by little who actually runs things). This should be obvious to all of you, but for some (like Navi) religious devotion makes America great, for others they lived in a time where you couldn't see the change very easily and had an easy life, etc.

One thing that can't be denied is the absolutely disgusting reality of what the American government and its unelected (read, the actual powerful or meaningful "institutions") bureaucracies do, and continue to do, as well as indoctrinate and destroy any godly behavior of its citizens. It's beyond bizarre to me that you all can't come clean with the fact that from the 1960s on the successful debasement of its people was a primary objective. Look around. Families. Religion. Sex, drugs, alcohol. Fertility. Feminism.

Mission accomplished.

[FullMoon]

Childless cat ladies comment didn't get carried as far as I thought it might. But th concept of childless person without a family not having a stake in the future of the society is apparent in CB. This guy only finds the worst attributes of the bad parts and insists that they'll continue that way in perpetuity. But he's wrong. His logic is like that of the CCP. Communist Chinese think we've degenerated to the point of being vulnerable. CB and the CCP think much alike. The war will be brutal and we might lose, for sure. In the chance that CB actually isn't a CCP troll and just some arrogant little rich boy in the US, if you survive the front lines and we lose, you'll find out what a much worse society and government are like. Bitcoin and the USD are tethered together literally.

[Cool Breeze]

Childless cat ladies comment didn't get carried as far as I thought it might. But th concept of childless person without a family not having a stake in the future of the society is apparent in CB. This guy only finds the worst attributes of the bad parts and insists that they'll continue that way in perpetuity. But he's wrong. His logic is like that of the CCP. Communist Chinese think we've degenerated to the point of being vulnerable. CB and the CCP think much alike. The war will be brutal and we might lose, for sure. In the chance that CB actually isn't a CCP troll and just some arrogant little rich boy in the US, if you survive the front lines and we lose, you'll find out what a much worse society and government are like. Bitcoin and the USD are tethered together literally.

I can tell you how you are totally wrong on this, but first let me demonstrate how it's really just you being a boomer who has had a good life (I have had a darn good one too, by the way) and don't want to admit the mythology I've spoken of.

Find the worst attributes? We're already in a dystopia of sorts, my friend. That's what most don't realize, the collapse already happened, the markets and economy are managed, the people are debased by government agencies and their media outlets, the money printer, and rejection of God for mammon. It of course can't last in perpetuity (you stated this, not me, which is a nice attempt at a trick or deception of the audience), but the problem is that it can last WAY longer than anyone wants to admit, or is admitting currently.

The way that I write and my ideas clearly show I'm a natural born citizen who is among the most highly educated in this country (I am both). To state that I'm a "CCP troll" is classic for people who just can't counter the conclusions I've come to, which are all based on facts of living in the USA for many decades. There doesn't even need to be a war, since most of the warring at this point is psychological and information wars, in that aspect Alex Jones has been correct.

As for BTC, again, leave that to the experts. And chalk another one up for your boy

[tim]

https://thefederalist.com/2024/12/27/re ... perations/

Report: China Rapidly Builds Up Weapons And Psychological Warfare Operations

The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is undertaking an unprecedented military buildup aimed at challenging America and its allies, particularly in the Indo-Pacific. And, like Nazi Germany’s buildup in the 1930s, the militarization program ordered by the Chinese Communist Party isn’t simply a great power buildup — it’s a weapon in service of a deadly ideology.

The 2024 Department of Defense China Military Power Report and recent analysis by Bill Gertz in the Washington Times reveal this buildup as part of a broader strategy by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to position itself as a global superpower. Meanwhile, the U.S., having spent $5.4 trillion on the global war on terror and attendant, futile nation-building, has left itself strategically vulnerable by diverting critical resources while underestimating the threat from China.

Missile Expansion and Strategic Modernization
China has rapidly expanded the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force (PLARF) arsenal, adding, that we know of, some:

50 new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) capable of striking the continental U.S., for a cumulative total of 400.

300 medium-range ballistic missiles and 100 long-range cruise missiles.

More than 600 operational nuclear warheads, projected to surpass 1,000 by 2030.

Hypersonic missiles like the DF-27, capable of evading U.S. missile defenses and targeting Guam, Hawaii, and Alaska​.

China’s navy, already the largest in the world with 370 ships and submarines, is expected to grow to 435 by 2030.

Cognitive Warfare and Psychological Operations

Beyond its conventional forces, China’s adoption of “cognitive warfare” poses a significant threat. This doctrine focuses on manipulating information to undermine adversaries’ decision-making processes. Cognitive warfare features tactics right out of a sci-fi film, all enabled by powerful AI tools. For instance, deepfakes to mislead military and political leaders during crises and psychological warfare to demoralize U.S. troops and polarize society — the latter including efforts to erode trust in U.S. leadership among regional allies via tool such as TikTok.

PLA researchers are also developing advanced voice synthesis tools for low-cost, high-impact disinformation campaigns​. These operations reflect a strategy designed to win conflicts without direct confrontation, targeting the minds of adversaries rather than their forces — Sun Tzu would approve.

Questionable Timelines and Strategic Deception
The CCP’s stated military objectives include readiness for action against Taiwan by 2027, achieving strategic dominance by 2035, and fielding a world-class military by 2049, the 100th anniversary of the CCP’s victory over the Nationalists in China’s civil war. However, these timelines should be treated with skepticism. They are likely deliberate deceptions aimed at lulling adversaries into complacency or disguising China’s actual state of readiness. The pace of China’s missile expansion and cognitive warfare preparations suggests that Beijing’s capabilities likely exceed what is required for these projected milestones.

Unfortunately, the DoD’s China report featured a special section on corruption in China’s military that was seized upon by those who have consistently downplayed the China threat.

America’s Fiscal Crisis and the Need for Budget Reform
While China accelerates its military growth, even as it faces what appears to be a weakening economy, the dire state of American finances threatens our national security. The federal deficit and ballooning national debt place immense pressure on defense spending. To effectively counter China’s ambitions, the U.S. must rebuild its fleet, modernize its nuclear arsenal, expand missile defenses, and restore maritime lift capability. However, this cannot be achieved without serious budget reform and strategic cuts within the Pentagon itself. These necessary actions will likely face strong opposition from some in Congress who seek to defend the status quo.

In short order, President-elect Donald Trump’s national security team must start to rebuild the Navy with more surface combatants, submarines, and support vessels to counter China’s maritime dominance. America’s aging nuclear arsenal requires upgrades to ensure credible deterrence against China’s rapidly growing stockpile of advanced warheads and delivery systems.

Lessons learned from Israel and Ukraine show that we must also invest in next-generation missile defense systems to protect the homeland and key assets in the Indo-Pacific. And, lastly, we must invest in strategic sealift capacity to ensure rapid deployment and sustainment of forces during a conflict. This will require a decade of focused effort to rebuild America’s shipbuilding industry, including training tens of thousands of highly skilled workers.

Finding Savings Within the Pentagon
Despite the need for increased capability, the solution is not simply more spending. The Pentagon’s budget, currently burdened by inefficiencies, mismanagement, and bloated bureaucracy, must be scrutinized. It will be difficult, as every dollar cut will have an advocate as well as friends in Congress, but support for the needed investments will be hard to come by without serious savings in the Pentagon.

Savings can be found in cutting redundant programs and eliminating outdated or overlapping initiatives. Reforming the acquisition process will likely be a big lift as Congress will need to approve enabling legislation, but a proper streamlining of procurement can prevent cost overruns and delays and, if done right, can greatly accelerate weapons acquisition and innovation. And lastly, reducing the DoD’s bureaucracy, including the massive bloat in generals and admirals, will not only save money but also speed up decision-making.

The Strategic Realignment Imperative
China’s military buildup and cognitive warfare strategy are clear indications of its intent to defeat the U.S. and its allies by any means necessary. Ignoring this threat or trusting Beijing’s stated timelines risks leaving the U.S. unprepared for a conflict that may arise sooner than anticipated.

To safeguard national security, the U.S. must adopt a strategy of fiscal discipline and targeted investment. Reallocating resources within the Pentagon to prioritize naval strength, nuclear deterrence, missile defense, and logistics will ensure the United States remains ready to meet the challenge posed by China.

Strategic competition demands both financial responsibility and military readiness — two imperatives that cannot be delayed.

Fortunately, President-elect Trump has assembled a team that understands this threat. With Pete Hegseth at the helm of the Pentagon, and other key positions filled by people who understand the danger and the urgency of the situation, it comes down to whether Congress will join in the effort to preserve peace through strength.

[tim]

https://amgreatness.com/2024/12/30/repo ... s-germany/

Report: China Orders Largest Military Build-Up Since 1930s Germany

According to a report by a national security expert, the People’s Republic of China has ordered the largest military build-up of any nation in the world since Germany in the 1930s, raising concerns about the military threat presented by China.

As Fox News reports, the claims were made in an article in The Federalist written by Chuck DeVore, the chief national initiatives officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. DeVore points out that while the American military has spent over $5.4 trillion on wasted wars such as the “War on Terror” and subsequent attempts at “nation-building,” China has been strengthening its military.

“China is engaging in an unprecedented military build-up that the world frankly hasn’t seen since Adolf Hitler in the 1930s,” said DeVore in an interview following the publication of his article.

“They’re massively building up their nuclear arsenal. We expect it to expand to at least 1,000 warheads by 2030, only five years from now. Probably going to be bigger than that,” DeVore explained. “The Chinese Navy, not by tonnage, but by numbers is now larger than the U.S. Navy. China has something like 250 times the ship building capacity that America does.”

Among other expansions, China has increased the arsenal of the People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force (PLARF) by 50 new intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), bringing the new total to around 400. The Department of Defense (DOD) also reports that 300 more medium-range ballistic missiles and 100 long-range cruise missiles have also been added. China currently has over 600 operational nuclear warheads, and is expected to increase that total to over 1,000 by the year 2030.

Whereas the outgoing Biden Administration has taken a much softer stance on China, President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to crack down on China, both in terms of trade and military ambition. The country’s most recent build-up efforts may be in anticipation of the expected challenges of a Trump presidency that will not let China get away with as much as it did under Biden.

[FullMoon]

Thanks for that quick follow-up to the Communist troll. He thinks that excellent language ability and pretentious wealth braggadocio is somehow persuasive whereas it has the exact opposite effect. He's just reading script from his Master Wang Hu Ning who wrote everything he's talking about in a book decades ago. Now they're finalizing war preps by softening the populace with constant disinformation, demoralization and cyber attacks.

[DaKardii]

Well, it's that time of year again! Here are the top 20 most powerful countries going into 2025, using Pardee's Global Power Index.

SUPERPOWERS (9% of global geopolitical power or higher)
1. United States
2. China

MINOR GLOBAL POWERS (2% to 8.9999% of global geopolitical power)
3. Germany
4. India
5. Japan
6. France
7. United Kingdom
8. Russia

REGIONAL POWERS (1.9999% of global geopolitical power or less)
9. Brazil
10. Italy
11. South Korea
12. Canada-
13. Australia
14. Spain
15. Saudi Arabia
16. Netherlands
17. Turkey
18. Indonesia
19. Israel
20. Mexico

[Cool Breeze]

Thanks for that quick follow-up to the Communist troll. He thinks that excellent language ability and pretentious wealth braggadocio is somehow persuasive whereas it has the exact opposite effect. He's just reading script from his Master Wang Hu Ning who wrote everything he's talking about in a book decades ago. Now they're finalizing war preps by softening the populace with constant disinformation, demoralization and cyber attacks.

That's just your ego talking, Full.

Check out Yanis Varoufakis for a USD and China video recently, it's pretty good, not that I trust him (he's probably a real communist, but at least he appears honest currently in assessment, to the best of his ability).

I often wonder if you guys really think I'm a commie or some other country's asset, it's high entertainment due to obvious paranoia.

[Cool Breeze]

Well, it's that time of year again! Here are the top 20 most powerful countries going into 2025, using Pardee's Global Power Index.

SUPERPOWERS (9% of global geopolitical power or higher)
1. United States
2. China

MINOR GLOBAL POWERS (2% to 8.9999% of global geopolitical power)
3. Germany
4. India
5. Japan
6. France
7. United Kingdom
8. Russia

REGIONAL POWERS (1.9999% of global geopolitical power or less)
9. Brazil
10. Italy
11. South Korea
12. Canada-
13. Australia
14. Spain
15. Saudi Arabia
16. Netherlands
17. Turkey
18. Indonesia
19. Israel
20. Mexico

DaK, do you have a projection on what happens in or to the UK?

Where do you stand on the China war, sooner than later, that most around here think will happen?