Shawn Ryan Show #105 General Robert Spalding - Is TikTok a PSYOP?
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Apr 15, 2024 General Robert Spalding, a retired U.S. Air Force Brigadier General and expert on China, discusses the critical implications of TikTok as a potential tool for Chinese influence in America. He addresses the risks of data privacy and the psychological effects of social media on public perception. Spalding also examines U.S.-China trade tensions, warning of the complexities facing Taiwan. The conversation touches on the future of secure communication and personal data protection, advocating for resilience against foreign adversarial threats.
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Taiwan Invasion Plan
- China has openly stated their intention to take back Taiwan.
- General Spalding believes it will be a massive air invasion, not an amphibious landing.
Taiwan's Importance
- Defending Taiwan is not just about chips, but about upholding democratic values.
- Losing Taiwan would weaken the U.S.'s ability to defend allies in the region.
China's Weapon Quantity
- China possesses a massive arsenal, surpassing the U.S. in quantity.
- Advanced technology is less effective against overwhelming numbers.
