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October 17, 2024 - Dov Waxman | Jacob Silverman | Mike Lofgren

Background Briefing with Ian Masters

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Power, Influence, and Political Hypocrisy

This chapter examines the implications of a potential J.D. Vance presidency, contrasting it with Ronald Reagan's era and emphasizing the growing influence of billionaires in politics. The discussion highlights the manipulative tactics used by political figures and media, drawing parallels with historical authoritarianism, while critiquing the hypocrisy in political narratives surrounding healthcare and family values. The chapter concludes with a stark warning about the shift towards an oligarchic political landscape and the challenges of discerning truth from falsehood.

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