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The Panama Canal Odessey - A Vital Link for Global Trade Stares at an Uncertain Future

Explore the journey of the Panama Canal from becoming a crucial trade link to standing at the crossroads of geopolitics and environment.
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Panama's response.

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Panama’s Leader Takes Up Feud With Trump Over Canal Control

Panama’s president rebuffed Donald Trump’s threat to reimpose US control over the Panama Canal, saying its shipping tolls aren’t inflated and that sovereignty over the waterway isn’t negotiable.
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There's a bit more to this than most people may realize. China................

Chinese Investment Near Panama Canal, Strait of …​

Mar 24, 2022 · Restrictions to the passage of traffic through the Panama Canal and the Strait of Magellan as China moves aggressively to expand its footprint across Central and South America are the top concerns of the current U.S. …

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🇺🇸 TRUMP WIN: STATE DEPT'S $61M 'DISINFORMATION' OFFICE GETS AXED

The State Department's controversial Global Engagement Center will close its doors tonight after Republicans stripped its funding from the spending bill.

Critics say the 120-person agency used its $61M budget to blacklist conservative voices.

Sen. Schmitt blasted the GEC as a:

"massive censorship machine designed to suppress narratives that question establishment thinking."

The agency's defenders claim it fought Russian and Chinese propaganda.

The shutdown marks an early victory for Trump's anti-censorship agenda before he even takes office.

Source: NewsMax
 
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There's a bit more to this than most people may realize. China................

Chinese Investment Near Panama Canal, Strait of …​

Mar 24, 2022 · Restrictions to the passage of traffic through the Panama Canal and the Strait of Magellan as China moves aggressively to expand its footprint across Central and South America are the top concerns of the current U.S. …

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How The Federal Reserve Secretly Enslaved The World​

In 1910, seven of the world's wealthiest and most powerful bankers secretly gathered on a faraway island to create the Federal Reserve. Since then, America, and the rest of the world have been enslaved by a central bank that has enabled endless wars, historically extreme wealth gaps, and a 36 Trillion dollar debt bubble on the brink of bursting.After you watch this video - you'll know what needs to happen next.
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She's right.

People to need to understand this stuff.

Trump is going to negotiate a fair settlement with Panama that neutralizes the CCP threat there **without** having to do anything stupid.

Same with Greenland and Canada.

Don't suggest into the trolling or the clickbait engagement farming.
 
Cha-ching$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Companies Are Scrambling to Fund Trump's Inauguration. He's Keeping Track​

Donald Trump's inaugural committee is expected to raise the most cash in the history of such events - perhaps upward of $150 million, and certainly more than the record $107 million he raised for his first presidential inauguration.

A good chunk of that cash is coming from companies that previously expressed dismay about the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol that Trump instigated to try to avoid transferring power to President Joe Biden. As The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday night, the Trump inaugural fund has received donations or pledges from at least 11 companies or lobbying groups that pledged to cut off or pause their political giving after Jan. 6.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/poli...S&cvid=0529a75493c54bc98df8e466ba8e334a&ei=18
 
Podcast here. Nothing to see, can listen in one tab, play around the forum in a different tab.

Argentina is Booming: Why The U.S. May Be Next​

Dec 27, 2024 Doug Casey's Take

Doug recounts his adventurous dealings with Desi Bouterse, the military dictator of Suriname. The conversation shifts to Argentina’s economic progress under President Javier Milei, reflecting optimism for substantial growth and market stability. They discuss potential advancements in AI, quantum computing, and robotics, and their disruptive impact on society and economics. They wrap up with a hint at exciting future guests like Frank Giustra and Porter Stansberry.


45:42

00:00 Holiday Greetings and Cultural Observations
00:20 Discussing Kwanzaa and Cultural Celebrations
04:05 The Story of Desi Baderseh and Suriname
18:21 Argentina's Economic Transformation Under Millet
23:59 Comparing Business Growth in the US and EU
25:28 Europe's Regulatory induced Crisis and US Comparison
25:58 US Debt and Regulatory Challenges
27:18 Abolishing Social Security and Defense Budget
29:03 Potential Economic Boom Through Deregulation
32:17 Technological Advancements and Economic Impact
33:51 The Role of Data Centers in the New Economy
36:27 Robotics and Future Innovations
42:57 Promoting Crisis Investing and Community
45:01 Upcoming Discussions and Guest Speakers
 
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This latest round of kayfabe is gonna end up torpedoing DEI, methinks.

"They wont hire Americans because they are stupid". That's the narrative being given.

The truth is that those being hired are very fuggin good in those fields (IT, for example) because those cultures don't fugg around with education.

Their kids aren’t getting home from school and playing Call Of Duty - they’re getting home and studying.

What I’m getting from it is: “We are gonna hire the best for the job” - As it should be.

Unfortunately America has slid so far down the educational totem pole that we are sniffing dirt and can’t offer up “the best” for all of these positions anymore like we could in the past. It’s a harsh reality, but a reality nonetheless. One that must be addressed and fixed.

How do you fix that? Fix the education system and fix the culture. Make learning great again.

And - As we covered on EOTS tonight - the 14th Amendment can be used to ban DEI because it is unconstitutional.

This whole thing is gonna end up boomeranging on DEI. Not only that, but I think it is also going to unfurl a whole bunch of corruption within the H1B process which itself was probably rooted in propping up DEI.

It also has the potential to shine a spotlight on the shortcomings of our education system as well.

Let’s see what happens.
 
Have you noticed a certain similarity between C19 and H1B?

Firestorm and frenzy without thought or analysis.

Conservatives have been calling for an end to illegal immigration and well-structured and controlled legal immigration forever.

What Musk is calling for is the controlled importation of skilled, well-vetted labor based on market need. H1B, O2, C-3PO; it doesn’t matter what you call it.

Musk came to America on an H1B. Of course that is the type of visa he would reference. It worked out for him, and I would argue, his admission to the US worked out for us, too, or have we already forgotten all the contributions he has made to technology, free speech, etc…

Stop falling into the hole this debate has dug under your feet. Think, don’t just react.

Stay comfy, for Heaven’s sake.

 
I think there’s a method behind the Elon/Vivek H-1B madness…

Fact is, the Deep State has intentionally dumbed down our educational system, chiseled away at Christian culture, incentivized out-sourcing manufacturing overseas, weaponized the DOJ, destroyed energy independence & flooded our country with illegals (who take jobs from Americans & drive-down wages).

THEY are the enemy.

I have zero doubt that Trump, Elon & Vivek are well-aware of the problem & know EXACTLY who’s responsible for creating it. I think they started the #H1B conversation to bring our attention to it — & have a plan to fix it.

#AmericaFirst means a government, immigration & business system based on MERIT, not DEI or EQUITY — & certainly NOT on hiring illegals for low-pay that depresses American wages.

Our country was built on the belief that anyone can make it with hard work & dedication. Meritocracy is how we return to the principles that will #MakeAmericaGreatAgain: fairness, hard work & opportunity for all.

#TheGoldenAge ✨

 
exactly what I was thinking...



It is like The Twilight Zone here on 𝕏 with the amount of Patriots who have gone into full “agree with me or else” mode.

That is a Communist tactic, is it not?

There are two sides to this disagreement over H-1B Visas, and both sides have some very good points.

However, if we remove emotion from the equation, the answer probably lies somewhere in the middle.

The timing of this forced discussion could not be any more perfect, considering that the new Trump Administration is going to carry out the largest mass deportation in history.

Most people on the left still have no understanding of immigration laws and why they are imperative for our survival.

Elon has intentionally ruffled feathers with some of his comments, knowing full well that many people would let their emotions take over, making this discussion go viral so the fake news would be forced to cover it.

That is exactly what has happened.

Now, everyone is talking about legal immigration, educating people, while also destroying the fake narrative that Trump is against immigration.
 
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If you've chanced to follow RattleTrap 1776 on Telegram you know he's a stickler for Legislation, Laws and Orders.

Captain, your time is up - Derek Johnson - Jan. 22, 2024​

NEVER heard of you in my life, and you came at me on January 30, 2023, and you've been relentless ever since. This is the FIRST time I've ever said or used your name. You and your accomplices, but especially you, asked for this.

For a year, I never said your name, not one time, because that's what you wanted. I've been asked on podcasts about you by podcasters in which I stated - Department of Defense and Air Force Regulations.

You've incriminated yourself in every aspect and didn't know I had any of this evidence, and now everyone will know just what kind of "soldier" you are.

You've pulled it over thousands of people and podcasters buying your lies, misinformation, false information, false accusations, defamation, slander, libel, cyber crimes, premediated and prefabricated frame-up and fraud, but you didn't pull it over me.

Remember what happens when you mess with the bull?

You should have paid more attention to my platform you've tried to steal.

Ladies and Gentlemen, since June 2017, over 160 Commanders have been relieved of Duty, an unprecedented and record number thanks to the updated Law of War Manual, Chapter 18.

This poor excuse for a Commissioned Officer should be investigated next.

This "Captain" is focused more on his selfish, personal gain, than your National Security, his Oath, his Duty, his Service, his Unit, and his Family.

His crimes and behavior have NOTHING to do with ANY of those, but especially the Uniform Code of Military Justice, Law of War Manual, Department of Defense 1344.10 and Air Force 51-508 Regulations, as you see.

Make your voices known by contacting all of these authorities below with his name, Charles "Chuck" Ruffin, rank - Captain, and Unit - Delta 4, along with his crimes and fraudulent activities.

Share this link to the tip lines on the sites below as well.

Keep calling until you receive an answer or and leaving messages until a call back.

And also be sure to report the stolen and fraudulent 1776 Nation page (created March 24, 2023, and you'll see the logo in video) on Facebook, as well.

Thank you.
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'Tariffs alone!' Trump again hints at eliminating income tax in Truth Social rant​

President-elect Donald Trump once again toyed with the idea on Tuesday of not just implementing large-scale tariffs on foreign imports, but using them to replace the income tax system outright.

"The Tariffs, and Tariffs alone, created this vast wealth for our Country," wrote Trump on his Truth Social platform. "Then we switched over to Income Tax. We were never so wealthy as during this period. Tariffs will pay off our debt and, MAKE AMERICA WEALTHY AGAIN!"

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Biden decides to block Nippon Steel’s $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel: Report​

U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to block Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion takeover bid of U.S. Steel, The Washington Post reported on Friday, citing two unnamed administrative officials who did not have permission to speak about the matter.

The White House is expected to announce Biden’s decision as soon as Friday, according to The Washington Post.

The decision on whether to let the deal proceed was referred to Biden on Dec. 23 after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States failed to reach a consensus, said U.S. Steel.

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Podcast, nothing to see. Can listen in one tab, play around the forum in a different tab.

The H1B Controversy and The Big Differences Between India & The West​

Jan 3, 2025 Doug Casey's Take

The H1B Debate and Immigration Controversies: A Conversation with Jayant Bhandari

In this episode, Matt and Doug delve into the complexities of the H1B visa debate and its broader implications on immigration policies with their guest Jayant Bhandari. They explore the recent backlash against Indian immigrants in the tech sector, the role of meritocracy in politics, and how different cultures impact societal structures. Jayant offers candid insights on the Indian caste system, the immigration patterns in Canada and the U.S., and the future of Western civilization amidst these changes. He also shares experiences from his Capitalism and Morality seminar in Vancouver. This thought-provoking discussion highlights the intersection of culture, politics, and economics in today's globalized world.


1:15:20

00:00 Introduction and Personal Background
00:41 Discussion on H1B Visa Controversy
05:04 Debate on Indian Software Engineers
10:00 Caste System and Indian Society
24:24 Immigration and Its Impact on Canada
33:38 Future of Western Societies
37:23 Romanticizing India and Vivek's Background
38:38 Indian Influence in Western Politics
39:29 Cultural Impact and Western Civilization
40:55 Political Ambitions and Tribal Voting
42:28 Future Predictions for Western Society
48:02 Immigration and Its Consequences
52:35 Technology and Labor Market Shifts
59:03 Cultural and Religious Influences
01:07:14 Online Behavior and Social Media Dynamics
01:13:12 Final Thoughts and Seminar Promotion


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Must be nice to be in the big club.

Jill Biden got the priciest gift from a foreign leader in 2023 — a $20,000 diamond​

President Joe Biden and his family were given tens of thousands of dollars in gifts from foreign leaders in 2023, according to an annual accounting published by the State Department on Thursday, with first lady Jill Biden receiving the single most expensive present: a $20,000 diamond from India’s leader.

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Greenland’s leader wants independence from Denmark after Trump suggested buying island​

Greenland’s prime minister has reiterated his call for independence from Denmark after Donald Trump suggested the US could acquire the Arctic territory.

“It is about time that we ourselves take a step and shape our future, also with regard to who we will cooperate closely with, and who our trading partners will be,” Mute Egede said in his new year’s speech.

Copenhagen announced in December it would boost defence spending in Greenland, the world’s largest island, by €1.3 billion - just hours after Mr Trump said that Washington establishing “ownership and control” of the territory was an “absolute necessity”.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/worl...S&cvid=217b745daabf45ab9120d84e75aa8d57&ei=18
 
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Greenland’s leader wants independence from Denmark after Trump suggested buying island​

Greenland’s prime minister has reiterated his call for independence from Denmark after Donald Trump suggested the US could acquire the Arctic territory.

“It is about time that we ourselves take a step and shape our future, also with regard to who we will cooperate closely with, and who our trading partners will be,” Mute Egede said in his new year’s speech.

Copenhagen announced in December it would boost defence spending in Greenland, the world’s largest island, by €1.3 billion - just hours after Mr Trump said that Washington establishing “ownership and control” of the territory was an “absolute necessity”.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/worl...S&cvid=217b745daabf45ab9120d84e75aa8d57&ei=18
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LOL Trump forcing Denmark to step up to the plate...
 
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Biden decides to block Nippon Steel’s $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel: Report​

U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to block Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion takeover bid of U.S. Steel, The Washington Post reported on Friday, citing two unnamed administrative officials who did not have permission to speak about the matter.

The White House is expected to announce Biden’s decision as soon as Friday, according to The Washington Post.

The decision on whether to let the deal proceed was referred to Biden on Dec. 23 after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States failed to reach a consensus, said U.S. Steel.

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What Pennsylvania officials are saying about Biden’s decision to kill the US Steel deal​

PHILADELPHIA — Saying a sale would threaten U.S. security, President Joe Biden blocked a Japanese company’s $15 billion bid to purchase Pennsylvania’s U.S. Steel on Friday.

“Steel production — and the steel workers who produce it — are the backbone of our nation,” Biden said in a statement. “A strong domestically owned and operated steel industry represents an essential national security priority and is critical for resilient supply chains.

Biden’s decision came after the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States failed to reach a consensus on security risks of the sale last month, which left the decision to the president. The committee screens business deals between U.S. firms and foreign investors and can block sales or force parties to change the terms of an agreement to protect national security.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/poli...S&cvid=428553a7dfaa4cb79737ea277c0949d7&ei=14
 
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