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Casey Jones said:
Only a fiat-money collapse/crash is gonna stop this tyranny.
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Could be a good excuse to usher in a CDBC. Maybe world wide. Create a problem, come up with a solution that most peps would like (because they simply want to eat and go about their daily lives) then slowly encircle them with authoritarianism. Obey or else.

jm2c (fwiw)
 
searcher said:
Could be a good excuse to usher in a CDBC. Maybe world wide. Create a problem, come up with a solution that most peps would like (because they simply want to eat and go about their daily lives) then slowly encircle them with authoritarianism. Obey or else.

jm2c (fwiw)
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Well, that's the danger of staging a revolution. It's like tossing a Molotov Cocktail - you know it's going to start a blaze, but you don't know the end result.

That's why one should approach revolutionary change with trepidation.

...but, do we have a choice? The monetary system we HAVE is now not only being corrupted, but is enriching our tormenters. If it were JUST rentier-seigniorage, JUST crony connections, that's bad - but not insufferable. It's PAYING perps TO DESTROY OUR LIVES.

This Jab. This flood of low-wattage hominids, and ALL THE MONEY TO LET THEM LIVE IN STYLE. For a time, anyway.

The traffic "accidents." The rapes. The fentanyl brought in.

The chaos.

Paying for this indoctrination of the (m)asses - which appears to be about 55-percent effective.

Paying for all this Net-Zero craziness.

Paying for the Gates stooges to salt the air with reflective dust! - to lower global temperatures (ocean studies show, it's working! Famine is ON!...)

So. You want to PROP UP their looting tool, that they can CONTINUE to asset-strip our lives?

So. They bring in a CBDC.

Is it money? CAN IT BE USED LIKE MONEY?

It's digital scrip. It will not function as money; it will only feed the black markets.

BEFORE IT COMPLETELY FAILS.

That will be bad; but their fantasy of controlling our every trade, won't work. What they will be doing, will be outlawing money.

Which also cannot work. The economy will be destroyed, but small-scale black markets will take the place for basic functions.
 
A plant.

I'll bet he's never even considered enlisting.

People who are onboard with Trump's plans; and who are now not pleased...they're holding their tongue. They're not screaming and carrying on - that's for moron gimmedats. To understand the budget needs to be CUT, and understand that YES, lawbreaking needs to be remedied; means pain. Less Free Schitt and yes, some invaders cuffed and thrown out of the country.

Yes, there will be people losing their jobs. Government and NGO jobs - which were never real jobs; they BURNED cash, they didn't create wealth.

Such people don't make scenes in public. Soros' Crisis Actors do.
 

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‘Big Balls’ DOGE Goon Hired Full-Time on Top Government Salary​

They were meant to be gone after 130 days—but three Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffers hired as restricted special government employees (SGEs) are now full time.

Edward Coristine, Luke Farritor, and Ethan Shaotran were brought on board in early February and have been made full time in the last two months, Wired reported.

More:

https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/...overnment-salary/ar-AA1G5YMQ?ocid=socialshare
 

Inside the AI Prompts DOGE Used to “Munch” Contracts Related to Veterans’ Health​

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When an AI script written by a Department of Government Efficiency employee came across a contract for internet service, it flagged it as cancelable. Not because it was waste, fraud or abuse — the Department of Veterans Affairs needs internet connectivity after all — but because the model was given unclear and conflicting instructions.

Sahil Lavingia, who wrote the code, told it to cancel, or in his words “munch,” anything that wasn’t “directly supporting patient care.” Unfortunately, neither Lavingia nor the model had the knowledge required to make such determinations.

“I think that mistakes were made,” said Lavingia, who worked at DOGE for nearly two months, in an interview with ProPublica. “I’m sure mistakes were made. Mistakes are always made.”

It turns out, a lot of mistakes were made as DOGE and the VA rushed to implement President Donald Trump’s February executive order mandating all of the VA’s contracts be reviewed within 30 days.

ProPublica obtained the code and prompts — the instructions given to the AI model — used to review the contracts and interviewed Lavingia and experts in both AI and government procurement. We are publishing an analysis of those prompts to help the public understand how this technology is being deployed in the federal government.

The experts found numerous and troubling flaws: the code relied on older, general-purpose models not suited for the task; the model hallucinated contract amounts, deciding around 1,100 of the agreements were each worth $34 million when they were sometimes worth thousands; and the AI did not analyze the entire text of contracts. Most experts said that, in addition to the technical issues, using off-the-shelf AI models for the task — with little context on how the VA works — should have been a nonstarter.

Read the full article:

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/i...-veterans-health/ar-AA1GcwxU?ocid=socialshare
 
searcher said:
Sahil Lavingia, who wrote the code, told it to cancel, or in his words “munch,” anything that wasn’t “directly supporting patient care.” Unfortunately, neither Lavingia nor the model had the knowledge required to make such determinations.
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What a dumbshit. Use the "AI" to dig out the interesting details, then a human must make the determinations. To trust a machine learning model to do the entire process, from gathering data to executing the commands is truly foolish. No, let's call it gross negligence.

searcher said:
“I think that mistakes were made,” said Lavingia, who worked at DOGE for nearly two months, in an interview with ProPublica. “I’m sure mistakes were made. Mistakes are always made.”
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Oh, now the shithead is using the passive voice to avoid blame. I might have some respect for one who uses the active voice and places blame where it belongs, followed by an apology. But using the passive is despicable.

One writer nailed it pretty well by saying that using the "AI" should be like questioning a criminal suspect. Gather whatever comes out and then use that to help to investigate and verify.
 
Elon isn't wrong when he says the big beautiful bill increase spending. Others like Massie and Paul concur. What the hell was the point of Doge if we aren't going to cut the waste fraud and abuse of your tax dollars? So not only is no one getting arrested, it's just business as usual in DC.
 


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Cigarlover said:
Trump wants the debt limit scrapped. I told you all he was a democrat
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"Nothing is so permanent than a temporary government program" Milton Friedman

GROK: how did it become the debacle it is today

The U.S. debt ceiling, established by the Second Liberty Bond Act of 1917, evolved from a practical fiscal tool into a recurring political debacle due to a combination of economic, political, and structural factors. Here's how it became the contentious issue it is today:
Shift from Wartime Tool to Permanent Fixture: Initially, the debt ceiling was a wartime mechanism to give the Treasury flexibility to borrow without needing Congress to approve every bond issuance. Over time, it became a permanent feature of U.S. fiscal policy, covering all federal borrowing. As federal spending grew—driven by wars, economic crises, and expanding social programs like Social Security and Medicare—the debt ceiling needed frequent adjustments, setting the stage for political battles.

Political Polarization and Leverage: By the late 20th century, the debt ceiling became a political weapon. Raising it requires congressional approval, often sparking debates over fiscal responsibility, government spending, and taxation. Polarized parties began using it as leverage to push unrelated policy demands (e.g., spending cuts or tax reforms), turning routine votes into high-stakes showdowns. Notable examples include the 1995-1996 government shutdowns under President Clinton and the 2011 debt ceiling crisis, which led to a credit rating downgrade by Standard & Poor’s.

Rising National Debt: The national debt has ballooned due to wars (e.g., Iraq and Afghanistan), economic crises (e.g., 2008 financial crisis, COVID-19 stimulus), and tax cuts (e.g., 2001, 2017). The debt ceiling, which caps total borrowing, must be raised or suspended regularly to avoid default. By 2023, the U.S. debt exceeded $31 trillion, making ceiling increases frequent and contentious, as lawmakers grapple with the optics of approving more borrowing.

Default Risks and Economic Stakes: Failing to raise the debt ceiling risks defaulting on U.S. debt obligations, which could trigger global financial chaos due to the dollar’s role as the world’s reserve currency. This high-stakes scenario amplifies political brinkmanship, as seen in near-misses (e.g., 2013, 2023), where last-minute deals averted catastrophe but eroded public and market confidence.

Structural Flaws and Misunderstandings: The debt ceiling doesn’t control spending—it caps borrowing for already-approved budgets. This disconnect confuses the public and fuels political grandstanding, as lawmakers debate “fiscal discipline” while obligations (e.g., Social Security, interest payments) are non-negotiable. Proposals to reform or abolish the ceiling, like tying it to budget votes or eliminating it entirely, have gained traction but face resistance due to entrenched political incentives.

Recent Crises and Suspensions: In recent decades, debt ceiling fights have intensified. The 2011 crisis led to the Budget Control Act and sequestration, while 2023 saw a tense standoff resolved by suspending the ceiling until January 2025. These recurring crises highlight how the mechanism, once a minor administrative tool, now fuels partisan gridlock, especially when control of Congress and the White House is divided.

In short, the debt ceiling’s transformation into a debacle stems from its outdated design, escalating national debt, and its exploitation as a political bargaining chip in a polarized climate. Without reform, it remains a flashpoint for economic and political drama.
 


EXPOSED: NPR caught lying about their taxpayer funding

“NPR recently claimed that only 1% of their funding comes from the federal government. But what they fail to mention is that much of their funding is first funneled through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. They're not counting those dollars.

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting receives about half a billion dollars a year that they then hand out to other organizations to propagandize you and me and compete against private market media companies.

So While maybe only 1% of NPR's funding is direct allocation from the federal government, nearly 1/3 comes from federal taxpayers. That would be us. And that only accounts for $90 million of the $500 million handed out by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting each year.

2 media organizations paid for by you and me without competition in the marketplace”
 

Supreme Court just gave DOGE access to Social Security data. Here’s what personal information is at stake​

  • The Trump administration has tasked DOGE with helping to root out waste, fraud and abuse at federal agencies.
  • At the Social Security Administration, that has also included efforts to provide unprecedented access to the agency’s data including personal information for millions of Americans.
  • Whether or not that access is lawful is the subject of litigation. In a new decision, the Supreme Court sides with the Trump administration and with DOGE.
The Supreme Court on Friday granted the Department of Government Efficiency access to Social Security Administration data that includes sensitive personal information of millions of Americans.

The decision comes as the federal government sought a stay, or temporary suspension, after a federal judge blocked DOGE’s access to that data in April. The nation’s highest court granted an emergency application from the Trump administration to lift that injunction; the case is expected to proceed in lower courts.

In its decision, the Supreme Court concluded the Social Security Administration may give DOGE access to agency records while the case plays out “in order for those members to do their work.”

More:

 
Someone_else said:
Does this mean that a government agency might be sharing my personal information with another agency?!

Dear god, what will they do next?!
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Never mind if one did a quick public search on ones name on the inet the info on oneself they could find....
 
Goldhedge said:
Never mind if one did a quick public search on ones name on the inet the info on oneself they could find....
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I already know.

I'm plugged into the Gubberint Matrix several ways. First, Ray-Rode Retirement - which is paid for by the railroad industry, but ADMINISTERED by your friendly folks defending your rights, etc., ad-nauseum.

Then, I was recently awarded a small compensation award from the Department of Defense. All I had to do to get it, was do a cartwheel down a ship's ladder with a firehose in my arm.

BUT. The SOBs KNEW MY BANK ACCOUNT. I never had a CLEW they were gonna give me a settlement, but out of the blue, they dumped money into my bankster account, and THEN sent me a letter.

You're plugged into The Matrix. If you file taxes, you're controlled.
 
Are you complaining Casey ?
You probably gave them your bank details years ago when doing the paperwork after the fire hose / ladder juggling act ….
 
Casey Jones said:
I already know.

I'm plugged into the Gubberint Matrix several ways. First, Ray-Rode Retirement - which is paid for by the railroad industry, but ADMINISTERED by your friendly folks defending your rights, etc., ad-nauseum.

Then, I was recently awarded a small compensation award from the Department of Defense. All I had to do to get it, was do a cartwheel down a ship's ladder with a firehose in my arm.

BUT. The SOBs KNEW MY BANK ACCOUNT. I never had a CLEW they were gonna give me a settlement, but out of the blue, they dumped money into my bankster account, and THEN sent me a letter.

You're plugged into The Matrix. If you file taxes, you're controlled.
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Luv ya, CJ... But you are the ONLY person on this entire planet I know who would bitch when the gummint dumps money into your bank account.
 
The gov knows what you make and what you have if it's in the legal realm. Your ssn is tied to everything above ground.
 
rblong2us said:
Are you complaining Casey ?
You probably gave them your bank details years ago when doing the paperwork after the fire hose / ladder juggling act ….
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That was three banks and five states ago.

Never updated it - except for the address; a helpful liaison at the (brand-new, sooper-sized) VA clinic here in town, suggested I re-file with a new physical exam.

Never even discussed compensation. The aim was to get my disability rating above "0-percent" (zero-percent disability does have meaning; not the same as having no disability) and it did so - I'm now rated 20-percent, not enough to get a HANDICAPPED VETERAN car tag, but enough to get my Big Pharma products provided by the VA.

That there'd be money in it, wasn't even on my radar.
 
Casey Jones said:
BUT. The SOBs KNEW MY BANK ACCOUNT. I never had a CLEW they were gonna give me a settlement, but out of the blue, they dumped money into my bankster account, and THEN sent me a letter.

You're plugged into The Matrix. If you file taxes, you're controlled.
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During covid I deposited a govt “free-money” PAPER check for children’s credit in my work savings acct. Then I did not get any more paper checks. They used their system to gain my account number and auto deposited the next checks into my work checking acct. Must have been in the fine print. SDBullion did the same with a refund though about the same time. Screwed up my bookkeeping for a while. They have all access
 
KnowWhy said:
During covid I deposited a govt “free-money” PAPER check for children’s credit in my work savings acct. Then I did not get any more paper checks. They used their system to gain my account number and auto deposited the next checks into my work checking acct. Must have been in the fine print. SDBullion did the same with a refund though about the same time. Screwed up my bookkeeping for a while. They have all access
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Interesting. I'd filed taxes electronically for 14 years - through my CPA, who of course was plugged in with E-File from the beginning.

I banked with a big nationwide bank that manipulates PMs...you know the brand. They bought out my Ohio bank a couple of years before I hit the road.

Anyway...that was my bank account, I'd e-file and my refund would be electronically deposited.

Then, I moved out here - Montucky is one state that Big Bank doesn't have branches in - and I was PO'd anyway, since they put restrictions on cash/PMs in their safe-deposit boxes, and started Woketard training, labeling veterans as Domestic Terrorists.

I opened a credit-union account in town. Closed out the Big Bank account. I continued to file with my CPA (through faxes, emails, e-documents) but I had no refunds. Haven't since my last year making the $$Big-Bux$$.

So they ONLY had the Railroad Retirement Board's info on where to deposit my monthly stipend. And while RRRB money goes through the government's Federal-Reserve account, it's a separate account, info, status, from Department of Defense or Department of Veterans Affairs.

But its all co-mingled and connected. Funny, though, we can't find out which of these Democracy Defenders are getting Soros monies - OBVIOUSLY paid by paper or Paypal - but they know JUST where and how to send my money, even though I had no idea a cash claim was coming.
 
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