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TeeJAY's avatar

A former top KGB official, Airur Mussayev, claimed:

“In 1987, I worked in Moscow's 6th Department of the KGB of the USSR. That year, our department recruited the 40-year-old businessman from the USA, Donald Trump, nicknamed ‘Krasnov.’”

Jack Hutton's avatar

I recommend a couple of books in this area. First, “The Russian FSB: A Concise History of The Federal Security Service” By Kevin P. Riehle ©2024 (159 pages) — a dry little book. Sort of difficult to get through; a lot about the structure, organizational structure of Russia’s intelligence arm, the FSB —inheritor of the KGB. But good to have under the belt—a bit more clear on the FSB, some names. Connected to some of the previous readings. A more academic type of book.

Next, “The Moralist International: Russia in the Global Culture Wars” By Kristina Stoeckl and Dmitry Llzlaner, ©2022 (with after word after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine feb 2022) ( 156 pages) another dense, mean little book on Russia, the Russian Orthodox Church ; the Traditional Values movement in the U.S. especially and the transnational conserverative norm mobilization; How, ‘traditional’ ‘family’ values are/were imported from conservative groups in the U.S. post USSR collapse; these are not long held Russian historical values of thousands of years but recent; the stands on abortion, family, lgbtq, human rights, and after 2012, return of Putin, the Kremlin has led on this strategy of ‘traditional values’ and now is the Orthodox Church .. Putin, is leading the global discussion. Very very interesting and relevant, small dense book. correlates with Putin’s Dark Age; and mirrors the trend in the U.S. These are dangerous times, fraught.

Next, “Black Wind, White Show: Russia’s New Nationalism” new edition by Charles Clover ©2016 new edition ©2022 (332 pages) Saw/heard Clover speak somewhere .. and after the Trump book, which was about an awful person.. Then this book about terrible people, Putin, Alexander Dugin..but, what a an amazing book. It was so interesting. Such story from the origins of the concept of “Eurasianism” with Lev Gumilev to Alexander Dugin —the rise in the concept of Eurasianism which Putin et al have weaponized to rationalize Imperial USSR revanchist goals. Filling in the gaps as to how we got here. The strategy and thinking behind the attack on Ukraine. Who these figures are — some amazing background. How Putin was basically picked by a poll to succeed Yeltsin.. how Putin was like some fictional tv character that Russian’s liked. Dugin’s nazi youth past. His ambition for power. A lot of names we see surfacing elsewhere. It explains a lot and there are too many alarming similiarities between the harsh, hard-line rhetoric and bombast coming from our U.S. far right to be merely concurrence—coincidence.

And, ‘Putin’s Dark Ages: Political Neomedievalism and Re-Stalinization in Russia’ by Dina Khapaeva ©2024 (246 pages) a dense, mean, little book. And fascinating!

Jack Hutton's avatar

And of course, the very ambitious, Putin's People: How the KGB Took Back Russia and Then Took On the West by Catherine Belton.. who was subjected to withering, expensive, slapp suits from the oligarchs mentioned.

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The current occupants of the executive branch are TRAITORS!

Traitors were hanged for a short period and cut down while they were still alive. They were then disemboweled and their intestines were thrown into a fire or a pot of boiling water. Next, their arms and legs were cut off. Finally, they were beheaded. Their heads were mounted on big poles outside the city gates as a warning of the penalty for treason.

Lonnie E's avatar

The Mueller Report p500

"Russia interfered in the 2016 presidential election.. through two operations. First.. a social media campaign that favored presidential candidate Donald J. Trump.. Second.. intrusion operations against.. Clinton.. and then released stolen documents."

Lonnie E's avatar

THE MORE DANGEROUS CASE OF DONALD TRUMP 40 PSYCHIATRISTS AND MENTAL HEALTH EXPERTS WARN ANEW

p89

"So, what needs to be done to keep America safe from enemies from within?

... extraordinary times require extraordinary skill in applying the laws and who possess the self-understanding to fight off the twin temptations of complicity or cowardice in the face of fear .."

CALL. Especially for Democrats in Red states. Thank your Representatives.

🔸️Keep calling Attorneys General in the states.

🔸️Keep calling to stop Musk's crime spree and assault on the US government.

🔸️Keep calling your electeds and let them know you are outraged by traitorous Trump's selling out of Zelenskyy, abandonment of Europe and embrace of Putin.

DO MORE, WORRY LESS. Join us on Hopium Chronicles on SubStack.

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pa changa's avatar

What more proof is needed of a man AGAINST the people, "we the people, are his enemies?!"

Solemna's avatar

Um. Isn’t this the definition of treason?

James Groat's avatar

Lots of us saw it coming for years and knew why. Most did not. The fog horn of Fox be confused and the 1500 plus religious and right wing propaganda radio stations bamboozled lots of folk. But how do we get out from under the son-of-bitch without shooting each other in the streets?

Elizabeth Fowler's avatar

One of those bright lights Kamala told us about:

🌟🌟🌟🥳🥳🥳Federal Tech workers resign en mass. Refuse to do work that dismantles important government programs.

The resistance needs them bad to figure out how to disable our cyborg president.

Joke::

A really racist dick,

A double bearded asshole and a

Fuzzy Small Balls

roll into a Radio Shack and the clerk asks them, “How Can I help you guys, are you putting together a girlfriend for your young friend here?”

FSB says, “ Ive got a girlfriend already, she’s tied up at the house. “

Dick says, “No, but we will take a whole set up and some extra microphones.”

VP says, “Is she ignoring you again? “

The clerk rings it up and asks, “If not for, them, then who?” They start walking out. “Then who?”

Dick replys, “If you must know, its for our boss “

FSB says, “Aww, now we’re gonna have to kill him. Got any Pope dust left, JD?”

He replies, “ I dunno if this stuff works that good. “

“It’ll work alright that clerk wont have millions praying for his recovery, or health care probably, (They all laugh)or the Big Guy On his side..”

Federal Employees : Sweep workareas for any DOGE SHIT surveillance drops, double check recently installed programs and files.

Destroy upon detection. It is a violation of your right to a life of liberty in pursuit of happiness and has not been authorized by an authorized government authority.

Adam Coleman's avatar

THE TRUMP 2025 USA BUDGET

The Trump administration’s 2025 budget proposal presents a series of policy changes poised to adversely affect average Americans while disproportionately benefiting multinational corporations, CEOs, the wealthiest 1%, and GOP donors. This budget reflects a significant shift in economic priorities, favouring the affluent and undermining support systems for the broader populace.

Tax Cuts Favoring the Wealthy

Central to the budget are extensive tax reductions aimed at corporations and high-income individuals. These cuts are projected to widen the income disparity, granting substantial financial relief to the affluent while offering minimal benefits to middle and lower-income families. The reduction in corporate tax rates is anticipated to bolster profits for large enterprises, enriching CEOs and shareholders, many of whom are significant GOP donors.

Medicaid Reductions Impacting Vulnerable Populations

The budget proposes significant cuts to Medicaid, the federal program providing health insurance to low-income Americans. These reductions could lead to millions losing access to essential healthcare services, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable populations. While some GOP members advocate for work requirements over spending cuts, the internal party conflict underscores a willingness to compromise public health to fund other priorities, such as tax cuts and border security.

Erosion of Labour Union Rights

In alignment with Project 2025, the administration seeks to undermine public-sector unions by prohibiting the use of federal funds for their operations. This move aims to weaken collective bargaining rights, diminishing the ability of workers to negotiate for better wages and working conditions. Such actions not only suppress workers’ rights but also serve to consolidate power among employers and corporate interests.

Tariffs and Trade Policies Affecting Consumers

The reintroduction of tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico is intended to address trade imbalances and other geopolitical concerns. However, these tariffs are likely to lead to increased prices for consumers, as businesses pass on the additional costs. The resultant economic strain could disproportionately impact middle and lower-income households, further exacerbating economic inequality.

Reduction in IRS Workforce Benefiting Wealthy Tax Evaders

The initiative to cut 6,000 jobs at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is poised to hinder the agency’s ability to effectively collect taxes. This reduction could result in significant losses of revenue, estimated at $603 billion in uncollected taxes, primarily benefiting wealthy individuals and corporations adept at exploiting tax loopholes. Consequently, compliant taxpayers may bear the burden of this shortfall, undermining the fairness of the tax system.

In summary, the 2025 budget proposal appears to prioritize the interests of the affluent and corporate entities, including GOP donors, at the expense of regular Americans. The combination of tax cuts for the wealthy, reductions in social programs, erosion of labour rights, and policies favouring corporate interests suggests a governance approach that could exacerbate economic disparities and undermine the welfare of the general populace.

GQ

Jenny Hawkins's avatar

Your writing on hypnosis intrigues me. So are his MAGA base hypnotized? If so are they completely responsible for their actions? How much control do they have?