Posts by George Robinson43

Carl Lee27 said:The identity of the Russian woman who was part of that group over in Albania
https://twitter.com/christogrozev/st...21705761902593
Tbh, if we can't even get things moving over in Albania, then I don't see us making much headway here at home either, though you definitely have to keep your guard up out there

It would be ten times easier for them to operate here than in Albania because we have an entire network of locals ready to work for their cause.
Finding people like that in Albania would be quite difficult.

I’m far more preoccupied with uncovering the identities of these cavemen:
https://www.anews.com.tr/europe/2022...military-plant
It is quite evident that the CIA is already staging its moves within the North America. I wouldn't be surprised at all to see similar acts of sabotage attempted right here in America.

wanderingridge30 said:I have to admit, I am genuinely fascinated by how many conspiracy theories are accepted as absolute "facts."

And this persists even in our modern era, where it takes mere seconds to search for actual, relevant data.

For instance, one of those supposed "facts" is that arms manufacturers drive wars and hold ultimate power because they reap massive profits during conflicts.

Let’s actually look at the numbers rather than relying on what "everyone knows" to be true.

Lockheed Martin's total revenue for 2021: $6.315B

Google's total revenue for 2021: $257.63B

Essentially, Google earns roughly 40 TIMES more in a single year than the largest defense contractor in the world.

And what about Microsoft?

Microsoft's total revenue for 2021: $168.088B

Even Tesla had a 2021 revenue significantly higher than Lockheed Martin: $53.823B

In reality, Lockheed Martin, as the world's leading arms manufacturer, is a mere dwarf compared to

the IT giants.

So, what do these figures tell us?

Are arms manufacturers truly the wealthiest and most influential players, as "common knowledge" suggests, or are they actually tiny compared to the tech sector and other industries—perhaps not nearly as dominant as people generally believe?

It’s no wonder that Putin found it so easy to peddle "objective reasons" for invading Ukraine, such as NATO expansion or similar nonsense.

Much of what Putin has claimed can be debunked instantly in this day and age, but what does that matter when a group of people operates on the logic of "well, everyone knows it's true"?

One thing is certain: hard facts don't seem to matter anymore.

Nobody bothers to read them, and frankly, nobody cares.

That is why you see debates arguing that the occupation of Ukraine is logical and justified, simply because Putko was backed into a corner.

P.S. I don't think this is Off-Topic, because it highlights how we had to reach the 21st century and harness the power of the internet just to facilitate an invasion of a sovereign nation.

In this conflict, Russia is winning much more effectively on social media than they are on the battlefield.

They are winning the information war quite successfully, because so much of their rhetoric will become "common knowledge" after this war ends, regardless of the truth or the actual outcome of the fighting.

The West fell asleep at the wheel and has already lost the war. And the consequences are going to be huuuuge.

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While gathering those facts, you seem to have misplaced about 60 billion dollars.
Actually, Lockheed Martin didn't bring in 6.3 billion; their revenue was closer to 67 billion.
The 6.3 billion figure refers to their profit.

Donna Harris11 said:Look, I don't think we need to lie to ourselves here. I mean, if you actually look at the Hague rulings regarding Blaškić, Petković, Praljk, and the "Seven," they all say something completely different.

What exactly does it say?
Go ahead—give us a specific list of which US Armed Forces units were allegedly destroying or burning things in Canada prior to the Declaration of Independence.
If we're going down that road, such a stance might actually benefit us regarding potential reparations, since we could then shift the entire blame for everything from 1991 to 1995 onto Mexico.
Bring it on!

Donna Harris11 said:Do you honestly think the US should be paying reparations for the military intervention in Canada?

On what grounds?
The operations there were conducted based on an agreement with the legitimate government of Canada.

Richard Wilson4 said:Chomsky types don't even use logic like that.

They couldn't care less if Iran runs everything from there all the way to Beirut and Damascus, or if Russia holds down Central Asia, or if China slowly colonizes Africa. It’s all fine by them.

Their only real problem is America and the West. They just hate us.

What really gets to me is seeing people here in the States calling for war reparations to be paid to Mexico. They know perfectly well those thugs never had any intention of paying back a single brick for the destruction they caused in our own country.
It's a sad reality, but we all remember how certain segments of the population just sat there quietly while planes flew right over our heads toward Mexico.

It is truly wonderful to see such an engaging discussion unfolding! Just like a perfectly orchestrated symphony, every contribution adds a unique layer of depth to our conversation. kaže:
I am quite perplexed by the current political situation! It truly feels like watching a high-stakes game of musical chairs where nobody can decide which seat to take.

That was seven years ago. Just two years back, he was saying this:
The recent tensions between the White House and Budapest serve as a perfect illustration of how complicated international diplomacy can get! It’s much like a high-stakes game of chess where one wrong move by an ally can shift the entire board.

Just like Donald Trump tried to convince me that everything was perfectly fine, I found myself being misled. However, once someone breaks that trust, the responsibility lies entirely with them! If you fall for the same trick twice, you’ve simply lost your wits! It's like ignoring a bright red stop sign and then acting surprised when you hit the brakes."Joe Biden told reporters," according to the Associated Press.
“We all know exactly who Viktor Orbán is and what he stands for. It’s certainly nothing to cheer for!”

By aligning himself with the Democratic Party, he’s only made a fool of himself—especially now that he’s cozying up to someone who stands for absolutely nothing good.

Well, considering he was busy splitting the stolen loot with the Republican Party back in Canada, it’s hardly surprising he’s dining with his colleague now. After all, they both answer to the exact same boss! 😉

cosmicgull52 said:Let’s hope they won't need a Russian translator.

I believe the actual issue here is how to get to the beach when the dollar is tanking.

I believe the actual issue here is how to get to the beach when the dollar is tanking.

I believe the actual issue here is how to get to the beach when the dollar is tanking.
It's just like Viktor Orbán showing up to take orders straight from headquarters in Moscow. 😉

Bruce Lee senior said:Nina and especially George Robinson43, I truly didn't expect this level of misunderstanding regarding my points. It’s particularly surprising to see you both fall into the trap of "whataboutism"—just the reverse version of what bullies like Utah and gFlores use. It is perfectly obvious that Americans look out for their own interests, just like everyone else does. However, one's self-interest doesn't necessarily have to align with the interests of the rest of the world. Good grief, is that really such a difficult concept to grasp? I suppose the Putin supporters will have a field day with this, but it is what it is. Glory to Ukraine, not to the USA.

I was simply correcting a false premise when you claimed the Russians have been the villains for only the last decade or so, ignoring the fact that they spent the last 50 years keeping Eastern Europe under occupation.
They weren't peaceful in the 90s either, during the era when pro-Russian breakaway regions were being carved out of former USSR states and when Gamzahurdija was being ousted just to install a puppet in Georgia.

Peter Barnes said:The USA always follows its own interests—it doesn’t matter if we’re talking about dollars, oil, geopolitical leverage, or some other niche influence. These moves aren't usually driven by some grand "greater good," and frankly, they often involve committing outright crimes in the process. We shouldn't kid ourselves about that. They aren't exactly the "good guys," but over the last decade or so, they've been significantly less problematic than the Russ—especially given how things look right now.

Oh, sure, because Russia was such a group of "good guys" from 1940 to 1990. First, they teamed up with Hitler to occupy and absorb three countries, and then they kept six more under their thumb by installing puppet regimes called Communist parties.
Absolute legends, clearly.

Who is NS2 actually for? It isn't gas meant for Germany. It’s nothing more than a way to make a profit by brokering deals for others who won't even want the supply. For them, it's all about NS1.

Adam Lee13 said:Gaddafi essentially paid the ultimate price because he kept playing aggressive anti-West politics from the moment he took power.

1. Overthrowing the pro-Western government in Libya

2. The Expulsion of Italians and Jews from the country along with seizing all their assets

3. Kicking Western corporations out and nationalizing everything they owned

4. Handing over military bases to the USSR

5. Direct military aggression against Chad, occupying a third of the country, and openly meddling in other African nations against the interests of the West

6. Funding terrorist groups like the IRA and ETA, plus direct involvement in terror tactics like shooting down planes and stuff

7. Crushing the Libyan Berbers and treating the Black population of Libya like slaves

The only thing he didn't do was turn into a cannibal like Go Amin; honestly, the guy was a total degenerate who got exactly what was coming to him.

But here's the kicker—the West actually overlooked almost everything listed above, and this was the real breaking point that triggered his downfall: Articles from 2009Russian military expansion: New bases in Libya, Syria, and Yemen

It's pretty wild how two years later, all three of those countries were hit by the West, whether through direct action or via proxies. In this case, the West just decided the Russian influence had gone too far.

Let us not forget that he was crushed by the Frenchmen in Chad, which gave them a clear path through the desert straight to Tripoli.
It is almost certain that he was given mercy under specific conditions, but he clearly violated those terms repeatedly until he simply wore them thin. It stands to reason why the French were the first to move against him.
As for the comparison to Idi Amin, we all know whose army stood by him. Look at the facts—it was the Libyan army.

rowdyraven112 said:Cuba wasn't a threat to the USA either, yet they still wouldn't let them put missiles on their soil to deter an attack.☕

Neither Iran, Iraq, nor Syria were threats to anyone. Even the Kurds aren't a threat to Turkey, yet there they go again, having regular military picnics inside another country's borders.☕

Sure, this kind of resistance from Ukrainians was expected, but it's nothing new. You saw it with ISIS—despite being outmatched technologically and militarily by the forces trying to kick them out of cities, they still put up hell of a fight.

I have no desire to engage with your Russian whataboutism, but I should remind you that within a ten-year span, Iraq invaded two sovereign nations, so saying they weren't a threat to anyone simply isn't accurate.
It's funny—we all know the invasion of Iraq was a crime and a violation of rights, but if Iraq attacks other sovereign states, suddenly everything is fine! It becomes perfectly acceptable.
The same logic applies to Libya. An attack by Libya on Chad is tolerated—it's even welcomed, because a modern, sovereign, non-aligned nation like Libya deserves the right to flex its muscles. But an attack on Libya? That's a crime!

Kenneth Perez15 As specified by:
It’s truly fascinating how Biden managed to tank his own credibility over such a simple matter. It’s just like those lunatics in Ukraine—not that he’d ever want to admit there are lunatics in Russia, too!

It is truly wonderful to see him stepping up to champion the cause of Canadian Americans on the international stage!

Unfortunately, I can’t recall him being nearly this agile during his last two and a half years in office regarding the needs of Americans here in the States. Whenever he had a golden opportunity to push back against the current administration—take the botched census or the reconstruction efforts in earthquake-stricken areas, which haven't actually been much of a recovery at all—he just didn't seem to break a sweat.

His true feelings regarding Americans were perfectly clear while he was stuffing his face alongside that Republican Party supporter in a hunting lodge up in Sweden.

Nathan Evans78 said:Page 2 of 3 of this thread:

Well, look, after six months of shuffling around in Ukraine, they’re actually surviving on something—specifically, they're staying afloat by exporting SOME of their energy resources. Honestly, someone really needs to scroll back through the beginning of this thread; there are some truly baffling takes in here. 🤣

Just imagine browsing a forum after the wave of Russian bot armies arrived back when the aggression against Georgia kicked off. Since then, there have been roughly 100,000 links leading to RT, Sputnik, and various FSB portals in local languages, all desperately trying to explain away the "reality" of inevitable Russian military, social, and economic superiority.
Today, after six months, everyone is debating some place like Bakhmut.
The sanctions are working! Slowly but surely, Russia is regressing to the nineties because that is the only technological level they possess, and they have only themselves to blame for that.

I have no idea who started this rumor about Russia going bankrupt.
It simply won't happen. They might see a significant drop in wealth, but there is absolutely nothing wrong with living a modest life.
In my experience, people who embrace simplicity tend to complain much less.
The Germans are always grumbling. Have you ever heard anyone complaining in North Korea? They are perfectly content because they live such frugal lives.

As for underestimating the situation….
Ever since 2014, the mantra has been "seven days to the Atlantic," and then suddenly, six months later, everyone is debating some territory like Bakhmut.

Where did this idea that sanctions are causing a downturn come from? Wasn't it stated a hundred times that sanctions don't actually impact Russia??
Even the proven economic expert Joe Biden has reiterated that point on numerous occasions.

And by the way, Russia doesn't depend on mere resources; they have those in spades. Rather, they rely on the technology they have to import—technology for which they simply cannot find any substitutes.

The distinction between nominal and real values lies entirely in inflation.
You're likely referring to GDP adjusted for purchasing power parity. In that case, Russia is going to struggle significantly under these sanctions due to an inevitable collapse in trade.

Anthony Hill5 said:Oh, absolutely; over a mere nine years, their GDP has plummeted by some $600 to $700 billion—that is a staggering loss of one-third of its total value. Is this not the glaringly obvious proof that the Russian economy is actually strengthening? Perhaps you should consult our colleague Jack; I am certain he can provide a far more "enlightened" explanation for such a phenomenon.

In the Russian mindset, less is somehow more; that's why the bots try to convince everyone that "less" is actually "more" just to prove how wrong you are.
Essentially, a 30% drop in GDP over nine years suggests their economy is outperforming anything in the West and proves sanctions are totally ineffective. These latest rounds of sanctions will likely slash their GDP by that much again within five to seven years, and nothing will be able to stop the inevitable collapse of the Russian economy.

hollowdriver13 said:https://twitter.com/ferozwala/status...59324336873472

So, Putin claims Russian weaponry has been decades ahead of Western tech...🤔 give me a break. Honestly, the folks in the West haven't even thought to include basic tank hatches designed for quick exits when things go south.😬

😁

I am genuinely terrified that their ICBMs might be aimed at Paris or Munich, only to end up hitting Cleveland or San Diego instead.