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The Jordan Harbinger Show

1020: Sovereign Citizens | Skeptical Sunday

Jul 21, 2024
01:00:47
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Comedian and skeptic Michael Regilio delves into the world of Sovereign Citizens, exploring their anti-government beliefs, pseudo-legal tactics, and roots in conspiracy theories and white nationalism. The movement promises debt relief and secret government accounts but has no legal validity. Despite never winning in court, Sovereign Citizens pose a danger with violent tendencies towards authorities in the US and worldwide.
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Quick takeaways

  • The Sovereign Citizen Movement rejects US laws and governmental authority, resorting to pseudo-legal arguments to avoid societal obligations.
  • Rooted in anti-Semitism and conspiracy theories, the movement entices individuals with promises of debt relief and secret government accounts.

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Beliefs and Ideologies of Sovereign Citizens

Sovereign citizens believe in challenging the authority of the United States government, refusing to abide by laws like paying taxes or having IDs. They hold contentious views towards the criminal justice system, alleging that they are not subject to the courts' jurisdiction. These beliefs lead to confrontations with law enforcement, with instances of sovereign citizens engaging in paperwork warfare and utilizing false legal claims to resist authority.

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