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Three Ways Democrats and Globalists Are Using Astroturfing to Manufacture Support

12 päivää sitten

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In the wake of President Donald Trump’s second term and the aggressive policy shifts spearheaded by his administration and allies like Elon Musk, Democrats have faced a challenging political landscape. With Republicans controlling the White House and Congress, the Democratic Party has struggled to find its footing, prompting a shift toward unconventional strategies to regain momentum. Critics argue that rather than relying on genuine grassroots support, Democrats are increasingly turning to astroturfing—coordinated, inorganic efforts disguised as spontaneous public sentiment—to push their agenda. They are doing this in three ways: Infiltrating Republican town halls Amplifying presence at rallies like Bernie Sanders’ recent Denver event Orchestrating attacks against Tesla Infiltrating Republican Town Halls with Operatives Republican town halls, once routine forums for constituent engagement, have become battlegrounds in the current political climate. Following Trump’s reelection in November 2024, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) advised House Republicans to avoid in-person town halls due to disruptive protests, a move Democrats quickly seized upon. The Democratic National Committee (DNC), alongside the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) and state parties, launched a coordinated effort dubbed “People’s Town Halls” across all 50 states, targeting Republican-held districts. These events, often framed as responses to GOP lawmakers’ refusal to face constituents, have drawn scrutiny for their orchestrated nature. Embattled Senator Chuck Schumer recently let the cat out of the bag. Republican Senator Josh Hawley lambasted him for it . Chuck Schumer said the quiet part out loud: Democrats are sending astroturf protestors to disrupt Republican town halls. It's not organic. It's acting. Democrats aren’t a political party. They’re a theater troupe funded by George Soros pic.twitter.com/N2q4czyuzb — Josh Hawley (@HawleyMO) March 21, 2025 Critics point to a pattern resembling past astroturfing efforts, where progressive groups like MoveOn.org and Indivisible—funded through platforms like ActBlue—mobilize activists to flood Republican events with pre-planned disruptions. Posts on X have suggested that these protests are not organic expressions of local discontent but rather “manufactured productions” designed to create the illusion of widespread opposition to Trump and Musk’s policies, such as the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts. While concrete evidence of direct payments to protesters remains elusive, the synchronized messaging and rapid deployment of these groups suggest a level of coordination that belies a spontaneous grassroots movement. The result? Media outlets like CNN and MSNBC amplify these scenes, framing them as evidence of a broad public backlash, even as Republicans dismiss them as staged. Amplifying Presence at Rallies Like Bernie Sanders’ Denver Event The “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, led by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, has drawn massive crowds, with the Denver rally on March 21, 2025, attracting over 34,000 attendees—the largest in Sanders’ career. Billed as a resistance to Trump’s agenda and Musk’s influence, the event was a spectacle of progressive defiance, with Sanders declaring, “The American people will not allow Trump to move us into oligarchy.” Yet, questions linger about the authenticity of this turnout. Posts on X have claimed that GPS data analysis revealed 84% of Denver rally attendees had participated in nine or more prior protests, with ties to groups funded by ActBlue and even USAID. GPS—Here we go again, there were 20,189 devices. Still a large crowd but not even close to the 30,000 quoted in Denver newspapers nor the 34,000 quoted by Bernie Sanders and AOC. 84% of the devices present had attended 9 or more Kamala Harris rallies, antifa/blm, pro-Hamas,… https://t.co/zQuvc0ATx5 — Tony Seruga (@TonySeruga) March 23, 2025 While this data lacks independent verification, it fuels speculation that the crowd was bolstered by seasoned activists rather than a spontaneous gathering of disillusioned citizens. Sanders’ team reported that half of the RSVPs came from individuals not on his usual supporter list, suggesting an influx of participants mobilized through external networks. Critics argue this reflects a deliberate effort by Democratic operatives to inflate the perception of support, turning a rally into a staged show of force. The Sanders-AOC tour, while undeniably popular among progressives, may thus serve as a vehicle for astroturfing, projecting an image of unity and momentum that masks the party’s broader struggles to connect with voters organically. Coordinating Attacks Against Tesla Elon Musk’s high-profile role in Trump’s administration, particularly through DOGE, has made him—and by extension, Tesla—a lightning rod for Democratic criticism. Since early 2025, Tesla has faced a wave of protests and vandalism, from boycotts urged by groups like Tesla Takedown to incidents like the targeting of a Cybertruck in Lakewood, Colorado. Governor Tim Walz’s public jabs at Musk, including a quip about Tesla’s stock plummeting 41.4% year-to-date as of March, have coincided with these actions, raising suspicions of a coordinated campaign. Posts on X and conservative commentators allege that these efforts are not grassroots but orchestrated by Democratic-aligned entities. MoveOn.org, which has received significant funding from George Soros’ Open Society Policy Center, announced a “Congress Works for Us, Not Musk” initiative aimed at countering the Trump-Musk agenda, including protests at Tesla facilities. The decentralized nature of groups like Tesla Takedown, which has amplified demonstrations nationwide, suggests a networked effort rather than isolated acts of dissent. While no direct evidence proves Democratic leadership is paying protesters, the alignment of rhetoric—from Walz’s town halls in GOP districts to Sanders’ rally speeches—hints at a broader strategy to undermine Musk’s credibility and, by extension, Trump’s administration. Tesla’s defenders, including Trump himself on Truth Social, have decried these actions as “collusive” attempts to harm Musk’s enterprises, further polarizing the narrative. A Strategy of Perception Over Substance Astroturfing, by definition, seeks to mimic grassroots enthusiasm while concealing its top-down origins. In flooding Republican town halls, packing rallies like Denver, and targeting Tesla, Democrats appear to be crafting a narrative of resistance that prioritizes optics over organic support. This approach may yield short-term gains—media coverage, viral moments, and pressure on GOP lawmakers—but it risks alienating voters who see through the veneer of coordination. As the 2026 midterms loom, the question remains: can a party struggling with a 29% favorability rating, as reported by CNN in March 2025, rebuild trust through manufactured dissent, or will these tactics only deepen the divide? For now, the astroturfing allegations remain a contentious flashpoint in an already fractious political arena.…

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America's Dependence on Taiwan's AI Hardware Must End

19 päivää sitten

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Without Taiwan, Artificial Intelligence research comes to a screeching halt in America. That is neither hyperbole nor fearmongering. Nearly every technological aspect of Artificial Intelligence used in the United States today originates in Taiwan or through Taiwanese companies. If Taiwan were to align with China, whether by choice or by force, the infrastructure for Artificial Intelligence would become instantly scarce. It would be like a family no longer being able to go to the grocery store. Whatever is in the house at the time is all the food they'd have left. Their only option would be to start growing their own food, and just like trying to build our own AI component infrastructure in America, the food rations would run out before the first fruit or vegetable was grown. On today's episode of The JD Rucker Show , I discussed a warning by Elon Musk to Senator Ted Cruz about our reliance on Taiwan and the need to start producing our own computer components in the United States. Below is an article and video that details the world's reliance on Taiwan for AI infrastructure today... Taiwan: The Linchpin Holding Up the AI Revolution Ever wonder where the brains of artificial intelligence are born? The answer might surprise you: it's Taiwan. This island nation produces a staggering 90% of the world's most advanced semiconductors – the chips that power everything from your smartphone to cutting-edge AI. So, why is this relatively small island so crucial, and what happens if its dominance is threatened? Taiwan isn't just a microchip factory; it's the beating heart of the entire AI ecosystem. Beyond semiconductors, Taiwanese companies are estimated to manufacture 90% of the AI servers that keep the digital world humming. Think about that for a moment. All of Nvidia's AI chips, the very foundation of many AI applications, are made there. Without Taiwan, the AI revolution as we know it would stall. But this dominance faces a looming threat. China considers Taiwan part of its territory and has become increasingly assertive in its claims. The future of AI is now intertwined with the security and stability of Taiwan. Can Taiwan stay safe and continue driving AI forward? From Toys to Tech Titan: Taiwan's Rise in the Semiconductor Industry It wasn't always this way. Back in the 1970s, Taiwan was known for producing cheap toys and low-quality goods. But the government had a vision: to transform the island into a high-tech powerhouse. They saw the potential in chip technology and began investing heavily in the 1980s. This investment wasn't just about money. It was about building a world-class talent pool. STEM degrees (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) became highly valued, attracting bright minds and fostering a culture of innovation. With a large pool of engineers, entrepreneurship flourished. Taiwan became a global leader in efficient mass manufacturing, with factories both at home and in China. Out of this environment, the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) was born. Today, TSMC's scale and technology are unmatched. It's been a partner to Nvidia since the beginning, helping to fuel the growth of AI. As Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang put it, "Taiwan is the home of our treasured partners, and our partnership has created the world's AI infrastructure." Inside an AI Server: Taiwan's Hardware Gems Taiwan's role goes far beyond just making chips. The island produces almost every vital hardware component needed to build an AI server. What exactly goes into one of these servers? Chip: The brains of the operation. Motherboard: Connects all the components. Power Modules: Provide the necessary electricity. Liquid Cooling Systems: Keep everything from overheating. Server Rack: Houses multiple servers. Taiwan makes it all. According to experts, if "you want to do the shopping in Taiwan you can shop pretty much every product every component." Asia Vital Components, or ABC, is a prime example of a Taiwanese company playing a crucial role in the AI supply chain. They've worked with Nvidia for over two decades, specializing in heat dissipation. As AI servers become more powerful, they generate more heat. Traditional cooling solutions, like fans, are no longer sufficient. That's where liquid cooling comes in. ABC has pivoted its research and development to focus on liquid cooling systems. These systems use water or coolants to efficiently conduct heat away from critical components. Currently, air cooling dominates the data center market, accounting for 90% of thermal-related spending. Liquid cooling makes up just 10%. However, as AI servers continue to evolve, liquid cooling could soar to 30% by 2028. An Nvidia NVL72 server, which represents the cutting edge of AI tech, can cost between $3 and $4 million. But even a small, inexpensive cooling component can prevent that server from shipping if it fails. Without proper cooling, these servers would simply melt down. This highlights the importance of these often-unseen companies in the AI revolution. Taiwan's Competitive Edge: Why Tech Giants Flock to the Island What makes Taiwan such a hub for AI hardware? Part of it is the innovative spirit that drives Taiwanese companies. ABC, for instance, relentlessly pursued Amazon as a customer, even setting up shop near their Seattle office. Their persistence paid off, and soon after landing Amazon, Microsoft followed suit. Taiwan's small size and efficient infrastructure also give it a competitive edge. Major tech companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft come to Taiwan because they can quickly and easily meet with all their partners. Since 2023, Taiwan's AI-related exports have surpassed China's, reflecting its growing importance in the world of AI and the shifting geopolitical landscape. This shift is partly due to the tech war between the US and China. The US has banned the export of certain AI chips to China, leading companies to build their AI servers elsewhere, often in Taiwan or in manufacturing facilities owned by Taiwanese companies in other countries. With so much AI technology concentrated on one island, the ever-present risk from neighboring China is a major concern. China views Taiwan as part of its territory and hasn't ruled out using force to bring it under its control. China has carried out what it calls mock air blockades of Taiwan, using jets carrying live ammunition. They are determined to bring Taiwan into the People's Republic of China, no matter how long it takes. To deter a potential invasion, TSMC and Dutch company ASML have developed a "kill switch" that can render their manufacturing plants inoperable. This underscores the deep concern about China potentially gaining control of these sophisticated machines. Even if an invasion is unlikely, a war could severely damage the global economy. Bloomberg Economics estimates that it would knock out the semiconductor supply chain, delaying AI advancements and causing a $10 trillion hit to global GDP. That's far greater than the economic impact of the war in Ukraine, the COVID pandemic, and the global financial crisis. Mitigating the Risks: Diversification and the Future of AI To reduce these risks, Taiwanese companies have begun diversifying their manufacturing operations. They're expanding into countries like Mexico and Southeast Asia. TSMC has also broken ground on new facilities in Arizona, Japan, and Germany. The US government is also encouraging this trend through the CHIPS Act, which offers incentives to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the United States. Many clients want to reduce their reliance on Taiwan, but building up manufacturing capabilities in other regions will take time. Replicating Taiwan's expertise and infrastructure in the short term is simply impossible. As we move into an AI-powered future, the technology and global stability remain tied to Taiwan. While manufacturing may eventually expand to other regions, Taiwan's importance will endure for years to come.…

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The Four Paths for Matt Gaetz to Become the Next Attorney General

20 weeks sitten

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Former Congressman Matt Gaetz is facing strong headwinds as Donald Trump's pick for Attorney General. It's not just the usual suspects like Democrats and legacy media. He's being hit hard by some in both conservative media and Republican lawmakers in Washington, DC. Personally, I wholeheartedly support him for the role, and perhaps if it becomes necessary I'll make the case for why I believe he's ideal to take on the UniParty Swamp as the top law enforcement leader in the nation. But for now I just want to add clarity to the conversation because there seems to be a lot of confusion about what happens from here. I discussed it in detail in a segment of my show (apologies for the backup YouTube link but I don't have it posted on my Rumble channel yet): For those who prefer to read rather than watch, here are the four paths for Gaetz to become Attorney General. I've put them in order from least to most ideal. "Forced" Recess There has been a lot of buzz about Speaker of the House Mike Johnson "forcing" the Senate into recess if upcoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune is unwilling or unable to adjourn for the required 10 days so Trump can make recess appointments. What Johnson was referring to was a resolution calling for both chambers to adjourn. If the Senate does not want to adjourn, they can send back their edits to the resolution. If Johnson then denies the edits, the chambers are in a "state of disagreement" over adjourning. If that happens, then President Trump would decide when they adjourn and for how long. If it sounds too good to be true, that's because it is. This has never happened in Congress for a reason. All Thune has to do is... nothing. If he does not reply to Johnson's resolution, it goes into limbo. Nothing happens other than Johnson being able to say he gave it his best shot. Temporary Appointment The Federal Vacancies Reform Act of 1998 allows President Trump to appoint Gaetz as Attorney General in an "acting" role. This will give him full power over the Department of Justice and does not require the Senate's advice or consent. But it only lasts for 210 days. If President Trump nominates someone else during that time, then Gaetz can remain in the role until the Senate confirms the new Attorney General, but not longer than another 210 days. This would give us 7-14 months with Attorney General Matt Gaetz. It's better than nothing and a lot can be done in that time. But obviously it's not ideal for those of us who want him to fill the role for at least four years. Planned Recess The option that most seem to be hoping for is a recess appointment made with a cooperative Senate and Senate Majority Leader adjourning for 11 days. This is what Trump called for before the secret GOP Senate leadership vote and all three contenders agreed to some extent. Fast forward to today and this seems less likely, but I still think it could happen if Thune really is on Trump's side and if he doesn't see a path to confirmation. Gaetz can only afford to lose three GOP votes and some are saying ten or more Republican Senators are not committed to voting for him. The reason this isn't the most ideal scenario is because even though it's faster than going through the confirmation process, it also opens the doors for lawfare to slow or even stop it. Trump wants the option available but he would prefer... Senate Confirmation A SPEEDY confirmation process for Gaetz and everyone else Trump appoints is the ideal scenario. Trump knows this which is why he's been hitting the phones to stir up support among Republican Senators. The risk here is if Thune works at Mitch McConnell's speed. During Trump's first term, McConnell was only able to confirm one of Trump's picks before Inauguration Day. Compare that to Barack Obama and George W. Bush who both had key people in place with double-digit confirmations before they even stepped foot in the Oval Office. I neither like nor trust Thune but he's who we have so I'm going to give him the opportunity to prove me wrong about him. I hope and pray that he can buzz through confirmations and have Trump's team in place early. If he can unify the caucus behind Gaetz, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard, and any of the other controversial picks, then Thune will earn my respect for now. If he pulls a McConnell and acts to subvert Agenda 47, then he will prove to be the UniParty Swamp creature that I believe him to be. Selected Links Here are some of the top stories we’ve published this morning at America First Report : Swamp’s Worst Nightmare: How AG Matt Gaetz Can Make the DOJ Great Again by Revolver News In a decisive verdict at the ballot box, the American people delivered Donald Trump a historic majority of votes, a dispositive Electoral College win, a unified Republican Congress, and with it a clear mandate to remake America according to his vision. Central to that vision is a vow to... ‘Merely Coincidental’: Secular Scientist Work Overtime to Explain Away the Miracles of Christ by Harbingers Daily Was the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with just five loaves and two fish a little less than miraculous? Well, that’s what a group of scientists are claiming in a recent paper published in a scientific journal. Instead of a supernatural provision by the Lord, they claim the... Google Hosts Party for Democratic Operatives Plotting To ‘Resist the Republican Agenda’ by Washington Free Beacon The resistance's bar tab is on Google. Priorities USA, a top Democratic super PAC with an affiliated dark money group, is convening a summit of left-wing digital activists on Wednesday afternoon to deliver a post-mortem on Vice President Kamala Harris’s election loss and strategize how to "resist the Republican... The Most Pro-Trump Ethnicity Was NOT White People: Why 65% of Native Americans Voted MAGA by PJ Media It was, perhaps, the biggest surprise of NBC News’ 2024 exit polling: A whopping 65% of American Indians voted for Trump. (Just 34% picked Harris.) That significantly outpaces the 57% of white voters who chose Trump. And if that wasn’t enough, 17 Indian-majority counties turned Republican red on Election... FBI Whistleblower Says FBI Intentionally Blocking Security Clearances for Trump Officials by The Conservative Treehouse It should not come as a surprise to see the same methods deployed against President Trump in 2024 that were used by the FBI in 2016. The difference is now that President Trump understands the full power of his office in the security clearance process and that he doesn’t... Ohio Man Faces Prison Term for Laundering More Than $300 Million in Bitcoin by The Epoch Times Ohio-based Larry Dean Harmon has been sentenced to three years in prison for operating a cryptocurrency service used by criminals for laundering millions of dollars, according to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Harmon, 41, ran a Bitcoin mixer called Helix that was “highly sought after by online drug... Pennsylvania Supreme Court Orders Democrats to Immediately End Counting of Illegal Ballots by Infowars The Pennsylvania Supreme Court on Monday ordered Democrats in several counties to immediately halt their unlawful counting of illegal ballots in the Senate race recount. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court had ruled before the election that mail-in ballots lacking formally required signatures or dates should not be included in official... Georgia Court of Appeals Abruptly Cancels Oral Arguments in Fani Willis Trump RICO Case Against Trump by The Gateway Pundit President Trump’s hearing to disqualify Fani Willis was set for December 5, but the Georgia Court of Appeals abruptly canceled the oral argument. It is unclear why the appeals court canceled the oral arguments. In August 2023, corrupt Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis indicted President Trump and... 22-Year-Old Woman With Depression Was Almost Euthanized, She Changed Her Mind Right Before She Was Killed by Life News Why do you oppose euthanasia, Wesley? If people want to die, we should help them die. No. And here’s an individual example explaining just one reason why. A deeply depressed woman was about to be lethally injected in the Netherlands — but changed her mind just in the nick... “Massive Breach”: T-Mobile Network Hacked by Chinese State Sponsored Intelligence by Tyler Durden, Zero Hedge (Zero Hedge)—Where's John Legere in a pink t-shirt when you need him? Among the multiple stories over the last few weeks about Chinese intelligence and hackers either attempting to, or outright gaining access, to U.S. cell phone networks (with reports stating President Trump and his team were targeted), comes... Trump Nominates Former Congressman Sean Duffy for Transportation Secretary by The Post Millennial President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he has nominated former Rep Sean Duffy to serve as the Secretary of Transportation in his forthcoming administration. "I am pleased to announce that former Congressman Sean Duffy, from the Great State of Wisconsin, is nominated to serve as the Secretary of... Media Lie About Pete Hegseth’s Christian Faith To Falsely Smear Him As Racist by The Federalist The ultimate goal is to manifest controversy around the Army veteran to scare enough GOP senators into tanking his nomination. Not taking the hint from Americans’ waning trust in their work, the corporate media have decided to further tank their credibility by launching an anti-Christian info op against Trump’s... ‘Heartbreaking’: High School Girls Volleyball Team Forfeits Season Over ‘Male Athlete’ Opponent by Daily Wire A high school girls’ volleyball team forfeited a California state playoff game — and their season — over a trans-identifying male player on the opposing team, the girls’ school said last week, calling the decision “heartbreaking.” The Christian high school, Stone Ridge Christian in Merced, about a two hour... Russian Officials Believe That “NATO Has Gone to War With Russia” by Michael Snyder Editor's Commentary: Before we get into the article and video below by Michael Snyder, I want to make an important note. I do not believe that Russia is in any condition to actually go to war with NATO. I also do not believe that Donald Trump is, in any... 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