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Part Two: Curtis Yarvin: The Philosopher Behind J.D. Vance

Behind the Bastards

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Embrace the Elite: A Haunting Legacy

The insurgent tactics of the Bush war in Rhodesia serve as a backdrop for a broader ideology that advocates for a natural biological elite to govern, positioning the governance of a powerful minority over a disenfranchised majority as a framework for order. The tribute to Ian Smith reflects a conviction that his actions represent courage in establishing an ideal state, marking dissenters as opponents of this viewpoint. The sentiment echoes a nostalgic longing for authoritarian control, emphasizing that historical figures like McCarthy symbolize a movement that promises a decisive reckoning with current societal structures.

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