Eisenhower coined a term “The Military Industrial Complex,” in his belief that the defense contractors had too much influence in our governmental policy…and over 60 years later, they still do!
I was under the impression that “insider trading” was a crime, but it seems to be happening hot and heavy throughout this entire regime, and their family members…and we are still, as Dylan wrote, “pawns in their game!” I’ve had enough!
Christie..you just connected two of the most important dots in this entire conversation.
Eisenhower didn't just coin a phrase. He issued a WARNING. A five-star general who understood military power from the inside out...and...he spent his farewell address telling us exactly what would happen if we let defense contractors get too close to war decisions.
That was 1961. No one listened.
On the insider trading point... you're right to be furious.
The STOCK Act was supposed to stop this. But...it doesn't ban the trades. It just requires DISCLOSURE...up to 45 days later. By which time the money...is ALREADY made...and the news cycle has moved on. It was designed to LOOK like a solution...while changing almost nothing.
Dylan wrote "pawns in their game" in 1963. Two years after Eisenhower's warning. Both men saw it coming.
The difference between then...and now? We can see the receipts in real time.
Don't let "I've had enough" become resignation. Let it become SIGNAL. You already know more than 90% of people scrolling right now. Use it.
Jack…no way in heck am I about to give up…this only makes me even more determined to work towards ending this regime, and working toward making certain going forward that the loopholes that enable this corruption be shut down, that those corrupt players face the consequences that they so “richly” deserve!
Jack…no way in heck am I about to give up…this only makes me even more determined to work towards ending this regime, and working toward making certain going forward that the loopholes that enable this corruption be shut down, that those participating or attempting to participate in this type of corruption face the consequences that they so “richly” deserve!
It is no coincidence that MBS and Bibi met at the WH prior to initiating this horrific attack on Iran, warranted or not, and without congressional approval or authorization. Thank you Jack. Steady as we go.
Gary...Eisenhower's farewell address warning about the Military Industrial Complex may be the most prophetic speech EVER delivered by a sitting president...and...yes, the irony is rich.
A five-star general and Republican...warning America about the very forces now operating without restraint. He saw it coming. The question is whether enough people are listening now.
Getting rich off of death and destruction.. I accidentally read the paid piece before this one so I’m all caught up and I’m both saddened that our military are dying to make the rich even richer… and furious that this seemingly can’t be stopped.
This war could literally go on for years.. if they can’t be stopped I’m almost certain it will. How long before the draft? How long before they’re running out of soldiers to die for this? I literally feel sick and I can only imagine how this hits for you.
Thank you for this, Jack… most of which I was already aware but not all… and for the deep analysis of the paid piece.
Jack, I’ve been hearing rumblings of drone companies owned by guess who….? The oligarchs and their scions! The grifting is so blatant and in our faces. I really hope the word starts hitting a lot of ppl that wouldn’t normally care about all of this and they get angry - angry enough to get fired up and raise some good hell.
I’ve been fired up about insider trading for a while now. That and Citizens United. We’ve GOT to get rid of insider trading and dark $$ (for starters) if we want to turn this ship around and take back our republic. I guess the good news is that we’re finally getting sunshine on & exposing the loopholes that are big enough to throw Jupiter through?? At least we now see them & can start coming up with ideas for better….. in any event, it’s going be a ton of work. As KH said, yes we can!
Imagine, the war Hawks are self dealing. Just like polymarket gambling on the war. The Military Industrial Complex are the devil's behind the war or as Pink Floyd called them, War Pigs.
Disturbing how everything is for sale these days. Even more disturbing is how they are allowed to get away with it all and no one tries to do anything about it.
Eisenhower coined a term “The Military Industrial Complex,” in his belief that the defense contractors had too much influence in our governmental policy…and over 60 years later, they still do!
I was under the impression that “insider trading” was a crime, but it seems to be happening hot and heavy throughout this entire regime, and their family members…and we are still, as Dylan wrote, “pawns in their game!” I’ve had enough!
Christie..you just connected two of the most important dots in this entire conversation.
Eisenhower didn't just coin a phrase. He issued a WARNING. A five-star general who understood military power from the inside out...and...he spent his farewell address telling us exactly what would happen if we let defense contractors get too close to war decisions.
That was 1961. No one listened.
On the insider trading point... you're right to be furious.
The STOCK Act was supposed to stop this. But...it doesn't ban the trades. It just requires DISCLOSURE...up to 45 days later. By which time the money...is ALREADY made...and the news cycle has moved on. It was designed to LOOK like a solution...while changing almost nothing.
Dylan wrote "pawns in their game" in 1963. Two years after Eisenhower's warning. Both men saw it coming.
The difference between then...and now? We can see the receipts in real time.
Don't let "I've had enough" become resignation. Let it become SIGNAL. You already know more than 90% of people scrolling right now. Use it.
#HoldFast
-Jack
Jack…no way in heck am I about to give up…this only makes me even more determined to work towards ending this regime, and working toward making certain going forward that the loopholes that enable this corruption be shut down, that those corrupt players face the consequences that they so “richly” deserve!
Christie...that energy is EXACTLY what this moment calls for! Your determination is what keeps this fight alive...thank you for not backing down.
We're in this together...and...I truly believe that the accountability and reform we're pushing for is coming. Stay fired up!
-Jack
Jack…no way in heck am I about to give up…this only makes me even more determined to work towards ending this regime, and working toward making certain going forward that the loopholes that enable this corruption be shut down, that those participating or attempting to participate in this type of corruption face the consequences that they so “richly” deserve!
This is all so depressing. It would take years and years to fixbif even possible
Agreed, Bernice. I would say...at a minimum...a decade is a good place to think from...and then go from there.
-Jack
It is no coincidence that MBS and Bibi met at the WH prior to initiating this horrific attack on Iran, warranted or not, and without congressional approval or authorization. Thank you Jack. Steady as we go.
Alexa...you're connecting the right dots...the timing and the players involved are NOT coincidental, and those questions deserve SERIOUS scrutiny.
The lack of congressional authorization...alone...should have everyone paying attention.
Thank you for staying locked in. Steady as we go, indeed!
-Jack
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Jamie...yeah. To say the least.
-Jack
It seems to me we were warned about the"Military Industrial Complex" by the last Republican President who really wasn't a crook. Ironic isn't it?
Gary...Eisenhower's farewell address warning about the Military Industrial Complex may be the most prophetic speech EVER delivered by a sitting president...and...yes, the irony is rich.
A five-star general and Republican...warning America about the very forces now operating without restraint. He saw it coming. The question is whether enough people are listening now.
Thank you for the reminder!
-Jack
Understand the stock connection, but curiously N-G retirees got a reduction in Jan. No explanation.
Lynne..I think I know what you are referencing...but can you clarify...before I comment, what the "N-G" is referencing
-Jack
There sure is a lot of treason going on in this administration. I’d like to think there will be a day of reckoning coming for these people.
Getting rich off of death and destruction.. I accidentally read the paid piece before this one so I’m all caught up and I’m both saddened that our military are dying to make the rich even richer… and furious that this seemingly can’t be stopped.
This war could literally go on for years.. if they can’t be stopped I’m almost certain it will. How long before the draft? How long before they’re running out of soldiers to die for this? I literally feel sick and I can only imagine how this hits for you.
Thank you for this, Jack… most of which I was already aware but not all… and for the deep analysis of the paid piece.
#Holdfast
~Susan
🎯 #HoldFast
Northrop-Grumman.
Northrop-Grumman is short answer.
Jack, I’ve been hearing rumblings of drone companies owned by guess who….? The oligarchs and their scions! The grifting is so blatant and in our faces. I really hope the word starts hitting a lot of ppl that wouldn’t normally care about all of this and they get angry - angry enough to get fired up and raise some good hell.
I’ve been fired up about insider trading for a while now. That and Citizens United. We’ve GOT to get rid of insider trading and dark $$ (for starters) if we want to turn this ship around and take back our republic. I guess the good news is that we’re finally getting sunshine on & exposing the loopholes that are big enough to throw Jupiter through?? At least we now see them & can start coming up with ideas for better….. in any event, it’s going be a ton of work. As KH said, yes we can!
Thanks for what and all that you do!! 👍
They are grifting every day and laughing in our faces as they do it.
Imagine, the war Hawks are self dealing. Just like polymarket gambling on the war. The Military Industrial Complex are the devil's behind the war or as Pink Floyd called them, War Pigs.
#HoldFast
Disturbing how everything is for sale these days. Even more disturbing is how they are allowed to get away with it all and no one tries to do anything about it.