The age of performative caring

 

Our present government, the arts in general and the greatest proportion of religious practices are purely performative. They constitute the mere show of virtue and affiliation with righteous causes while hiding the rot within. They're a show aimed to entertain the witless and deceive the gullible. Don't fall for it. They’re the Disneyland version of the real thing, they are but a false image of what ought to be worshipped. If you reject God, you will have made Babylon your false god!

Before we discuss performative care in the political sphere let us begin with examining why outward conformity to religion is not what God desires since there are several scriptures that address the issue of focusing solely on outward appearances of religiosity rather than the inward transformation of the heart. Here are a few passages that warn against such practices:

- **Matthew 23:1-36**¹: This chapter records Jesus' criticism of the religious leaders of His time, the Pharisees and teachers of the law. He denounces their hypocrisy and legalism, emphasizing that they should not be followed as they do not practice what they preach. Jesus points out that they are more concerned with their image and status than with justice, mercy, and faithfulness.

- **Matthew 7:16-20**²: Jesus teaches that true followers can be identified by their fruits, meaning their actions and the outcomes of their lives, rather than just their outward appearance or declarations of faith.

- **James 2:17-18**²: James writes that faith without works is dead, suggesting that genuine faith will result in actions that reflect that faith, rather than just outward expressions.

- **1 Samuel 16:7**²: God reminds Samuel that He does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.

These scriptures encourage believers to focus on the sincerity of their faith and the transformation of their hearts, rather than just the external practice of religious rituals or traditions. They serve as a reminder that true religion is not about outward show but about inward change and living out one's faith through actions that align with God's will.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-30

(1) Matthew 23 NLT - Jesus Criticizes the Religious Leaders - Bible Gateway. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2023&version=NLT. 

(2) 52 Bible Verses about Outward Appearance - Online Bible. https://bible.knowing-jesus.com/topics/Outward-Appearance. 

(3) Lesson 30: What Keeps People from Christ (John 5:39-47). https://bible.org/seriespage/lesson-30-what-keeps-people-christ-john-539-47. 

Having given the Lord first place let us now examine performative care in Canada. From Sky News Australia from an article and video entitled “Lefties Losing It”: https://www.skynews.com.au/opinion/rita-panahi/lefties-losing-it-justin-trudeau-the-king-of-performative-caring/video/347ad59648362eb2de4a8aef7aada150  

Lefties losing it: Justin Trudeau the king of ‘performative caring’

February 09, 2024 - 8:30PM

Sky News host Rita Panahi brands Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau the “king of performative caring”.

Mr Trudeau declared Canadians don’t want a politician to “make Canada great again” during a speech in the House of Commons.

The comment was aimed at Canadian Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre while he addressed his government’s policies aimed at tackling the cost of living.

“Yes, why would Canadians want Canada to be great again? What a shocking concept that would be,” Ms Panahi said.

The next Canadian federal election will take place on or before October 22, 2025.

In another articole from https://www.msn.com/en-au/news/other/justin-trudeau-an-utter-bimbo-canadian-pm-accused-of-performative-caring/ar-BB1oYQds Author Douglas Murray has called Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau an “utter bimbo” and accused him of “performative caring” after his party recently lost a by-election.© Provided by Sky News Australia

“It’s very hard to find a true thing he’s ever said, or a sincere thing he’s ever said,” he told Sky News Australia host Rita Panahi.

“He’s an utter bimbo, a phrase that maybe one wouldn’t use on a female politician these days but I’m happy to use of Justin Trudeau.”

Hypocrisy is Vicious, Value-Expressing Inconsistency

The psychological phenomenon that often causes individuals to double down on their lies even after being exposed is known as **cognitive dissonance**. Cognitive dissonance occurs when a person holds contradictory beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors, which leads to a feeling of mental discomfort. To alleviate this discomfort, individuals may engage in mental gymnastics to justify or rationalize their behavior, rather than admitting fault or changing their stance¹².

When someone lies and is confronted with the truth, admitting the lie would mean accepting that they have done something wrong, which conflicts with their self-perception as a good and honest person. To resolve this conflict without altering their self-image, they might double down on the lie, deny the facts, or attack the source of the truth. This defense mechanism allows them to maintain their belief in their own integrity and avoid the discomfort of acknowledging their dishonesty¹².

Cognitive dissonance is a powerful force that can lead people to stick to their guns even more fiercely when presented with evidence that contradicts their beliefs or actions. It's a common human experience and not limited to any particular group or type of person¹².

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-30

(1) Doubling Down: Why People Deny the Facts | Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-pathways-experience/202102/doubling-down-why-people-deny-the-facts. 

(2) Why Do People Double Down? | Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/darwins-subterranean-world/202401/why-do-people-double-down. 

(3) Doubling Down: Why People Deny the Facts - Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/the-pathways-experience/202102/doubling-down-why-people-deny-the-facts. 

The New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has suggested that voters are "done with Trudeau" based on the results of a recent Toronto byelection. Singh interpreted the byelection outcome as a sign of voter frustration with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party. He mentioned that this sentiment was something he heard often at doorsteps, indicating a broader public dissatisfaction¹. This statement reflects the NDP's perspective on the current political climate and the challenges faced by the Liberal Party under Trudeau's leadership.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-30

(1) Jagmeet Singh says Toronto byelection shows voters are 'done with Trudeau,' doesn't address NDP drop. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/jagmeet-singh-says-toronto-byelection-shows-voters-are-done-with-trudeau-doesnt-address-ndp-drop/ar-BB1p1rBW. 

(2) Trudeau says he won't quit after stunning byelection loss; says voters are 'frustrated'. https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/trudeau-says-he-wont-quit-after-stunning-byelection-loss-says-voters-are-frustrated/ar-BB1oS69V. 

(3) Trudeau says he isn't quitting — do the Liberals have any good options to turn things around?. https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/liberals-byelection-loss-move-forward-1.7247113. 

(4) Canada's NDP agrees to support Trudeau's Liberals until 2025 - BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-60837941. 

(5) How the Liberal-NDP agreement will work and what it might mean for .... https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/trudeau-singh-how-it-will-work-1.6393710. 

(6) Singh says Toronto byelection shows voters are 'done with Trudeau .... https://www.woodstocksentinelreview.com/news/jagmeet-singh-byelection-shows-voters-done-with-trudeau. 

Yet Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), has experienced a drop in his poll numbers. According to a study by the Angus Reid Institute, as of April 2024, Singh has a net rating of **-14**, which is his worst ever in seven years as party leader¹. This decline is part of a broader trend where all major federal party leaders in Canada have seen their popularity reach a five-decade low¹.

The Conservatives, led by Pierre Poilievre, have opened up their largest lead yet, with the NDP trailing behind. In a recent Abacus Data poll, if an election were held, 44% of committed voters would vote for the Conservatives, while the Liberals would get 24%, and the NDP 17%². This indicates a significant shift in the political landscape and voter sentiment in Canada.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-30

(1) Trudeau, Singh have led their parties to 50-year-low poll numbers: study. https://nationalpost.com/news/politics/trudeau-singh-have-led-their-parties-to-50-year-low-poll-numbers-study. 

(2) Abacus Data Poll: Conservatives open up their largest lead yet.. https://abacusdata.ca/conservative-open-up-largest-lead-yet/. 

(3) Leaders debate poll: Jagmeet Singh won, and not just among NDP fans. https://macleans.ca/politics/ottawa/leaders-debate-poll-jagmeet-singh-won-and-not-just-among-ndp-fans/. 

(4) Singh seen as most likeable leader in election as Trudeau’s popularity .... https://globalnews.ca/news/8145113/canada-election-ipsos-leadership-singh/. 

(5) Singh's NDP could gain a little — and lose a lot - CBC.ca. https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/grenier-ndp-rise-1.5933907. 

(6) Getty Images. https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/federal-ndp-leader-jagmeet-singh-attends-the-red-carpet-at-news-photo/937583186. 

In conclusion:

We live in an age of performative caring, whether it be political or religious. The sheer insincerity of those we have entrusted with our spiritual care and fiduciary accountability is proof we live in an age not very unlike the time of Christ’s earthly ministry. Israel’s religious leaders were utterly corrupt. Its King was a puppet of a foreign government. The Jews were living under occupation hoping Christ would deliver them from Roman rule, yet their spiritual leaders were described by Christ as whited sepulchres. These very leaders were in turn the ones who demanded that the Romans crucify Christ thereby fulfilling the prophecy in Psalm 118:22 (King James Bible) “The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner.” Frankly I am one of the very few Christians who is openly exposing the most pernicious false doctrine of our time, namely Cultural Marxist Critical Theory and its parasitic ideas loosely defined in the prevailing WOKE narrative. Worse, the chief expert on these idea pathogens is an atheist, Dr. James Lindsay. When an atheist is doing more than the churches to expose the toxic ideas that are at the core of our cultural and political demise is an indictment of the Church and Christian leaders. Surely these are dangerous times when the substantive has been replaced with a fake and few seem to notice. Therefore, this why I state with absolute assurance that we live in an age of performative caring, of performative politics where our politicians behave like soap opera actors, and many of our preachers are more concerned with building giant houses of worship than in building the Body of Christ!

I will never hide the Truth of the Gospel behind a paywall or require subscriptions for you to listen or read my thoughts regarding our present dilemma. There can be no political solution to a moral, philosophical and spiritual crisis. These words are a call to repentance, mine first as well as yours. I have wasted far too much of my life in trivialities pursuing hedonistic pleasures. The life I live now I desire to live for Christ in defence of His Truth! Join me at www.youtube.com/@foodforthefaithful to become part of Christ’s solution to the prevailing zeitgeist of our time!

 

Doublespeak, projection, and Trudeau

 

The reason I state that there cannot be a political solution to a moral, ideological, and indeed a spiritual crisis is that politics is about consensus and compromise. Yet you simply cannot concede ground to those whose express intent is to destroy our very way of life. How would it be possible to create a consensus with those who define our parliamentary system, our cultural heritage, and our faith as remnants of a post-colonial, patriarchal tyranny?

The radical left disguising themselves as "liberals" have become increasingly desperate to control the narrative due to the waxing wave of a populist rejection of their extreme viewpoints and Neo-Marxist policies. I predict that they've become so desperate and unsettled that they fully intend to provoke ordinary folk to react forcibly to their provocations so that they can then play the victim because playing the victim forms the entire basis of their ideological narrative! The reason is psychologically simple. The radical left invariably projects their own moral failings onto others. Their entire ideology is based upon turning themselves into ethical Teflon by portraying themselves as victims of “structural oppression”. Nothing sticks to them as they cast their own moral inadequacies onto others who are infinitely more ethical. What it truly amazing is that here in Canada they have been in control of the “structure” for nine years yet the very things they complain about have grown infinitely worse. This has had two effects, first they continue with tearing down what had worked to replace functional order with chaos and second, they endlessly apologize for the structural oppression that their Neo-Marxist policies are making worse. The very fact that this makes them both victim and victimizer escapes them since they lack the mental acuity to see that this is an essential contradiction.

Today’s conversation with Bing AI:

What psychological phenomenon causes people to hold two mutually exclusive ideas simultaneously and not notice that they contradict one another?

“The psychological phenomenon you're referring to is known as **Cognitive Dissonance**¹. This term was coined by psychologist Leon Festinger in 1957¹. Cognitive dissonance occurs when a person holds two related but contradictory cognitions, or thoughts¹. The discomfort that results from holding these contradictory beliefs is what Festinger termed "cognitive dissonance"¹.

For example, a person who believes in the importance of healthy eating but regularly consumes fast food may experience cognitive dissonance¹. The dissonance between two contradictory ideas, or between an idea and a behavior, creates discomfort¹. Festinger argued that cognitive dissonance is more intense when a person holds many dissonant views and those views are important to them¹.

People often try to reduce this discomfort by avoiding or ignoring the dissonance, undermining evidence of the dissonance, or limiting the discomfort of cognitive dissonance by belittling its importance¹. Alternatively, people may take steps to try to resolve the inconsistency by either changing one’s behavior or changing one’s beliefs so they are consistent with each other¹.

Another related concept is **Doublethink**, which was introduced by George Orwell in his novel "1984". Doublethink is the act of holding two contradictory beliefs in one's mind simultaneously, and accepting both of them³.”

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-15

(1) Cognitive dissonance: Definition, effects, and examples. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326738.

(2) memory - Psychology & Neuroscience Stack Exchange. https://psychology.stackexchange.com/questions/26700/is-orwellian-double-think-psychologically-possible.

(3) Holding Two Thoughts at the Same Time Is Hard and Important. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/behavior-briefing/202110/holding-two-thoughts-the-same-time-is-hard-and-important.

 Could such denial of contradictory realities cause people to project onto others who point out the contradiction or to even become violent?

“Yes, it's possible. When people experience cognitive dissonance, or the discomfort of holding contradictory beliefs, they may react in various ways to reduce this discomfort¹. One of these reactions could be **projection**, a defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unacceptable thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person².

People experiencing cognitive dissonance can feel anxious and threatened, increasingly mistrustful, and vulnerable to authoritarian influences¹. If their sense of reality is placed in doubt or dismissed as invalid by authority figures, they may become uncertain of their legitimacy and security¹.

In some cases, this can escalate to hostility or even violence, especially if the person pointing out the contradiction is perceived as a threat. This is particularly true if the belief in question is deeply held or tied to the individual's identity or worldview¹.

However, it's important to note that not everyone will react this way. The response can depend on a variety of factors, including the individual's personality, the nature of the belief, the context, and the way the contradiction is presented¹.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-15

(1) Cognitive Dissonance: True Lies and False Truths. https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/our-emotional-footprint/202108/cognitive-dissonance-true-lies-and-false-truths.

(2) Defense Mechanisms Flashcards | Quizlet. https://quizlet.com/591737722/defense-mechanisms-flash-cards/.

(3) Negation, Contradiction, and Hegel’s Emancipation of Truth ... - Springer. https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-031-13862-1_22.

 In his novel “1984” Orwell referred to this phenomenon as “doublespeak” which was a key feature for his version of totalitarianism. Is it possible that such a problem can happen in the political realm today?

“Yes, the phenomenon of **doublespeak**, which George Orwell highlighted in his novel "1984", can and does occur in politics¹²³⁴. Doublespeak is a language power technique that seeks to "mislead, distort, deceive, inflate, circumvent, obfuscate"¹. It's a unique rhetorical strategy involving the use of language that pretends to communicate but really doesn't¹.

In politics, doublespeak is often used to mask intentions, support ideologies, or narratives that may be untruthful or unpopular¹²³⁴. Politicians might use phrases like "alternative facts" to justify falsehoods, thereby creating an emptiness in the truth³. They can manipulate how people understand the concepts and lead them to forget unpleasant or controversial connotations¹.

For instance, politicians often employ doublespeak to avoid taking a clear stance or to deflect criticism³. They might use sophisticated terminologies to present a false picture to the voters⁴. This way, they can misrepresent the truth to their voters⁴.

So, yes, the use of doublespeak can happen with politicians and it's a phenomenon that's been observed in various political contexts¹²³⁴.”

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-15

(1) Doublespeak – Doublespeak: A Language Power Technique. https://opentextbooks.library.arizona.edu/doublespeak/chapter/doublespeak/.

(2) From doublespeak to alternative facts: How Trump made a mess of ... - Grist. https://grist.org/politics/from-doublespeak-to-alternative-facts-how-trump-made-a-mess-of-the-language/.

(3) The Art of Doublespeak: Unraveling the Emptiness of Modern .... https://www.inbornvoice.com/us/News/the-art-of-doublespeak-unraveling-the-emptiness-of-modern-communication/.

(4) What is Doublespeak? (Definition, Examples, Orwellian). https://grammarbrain.com/doublespeak/.

(5) Tell It Like It Isn't: A Campaign Guide to Political Doubletalk. https://prospect.org/power/tell-like-isn-t-campaign-guide-political-doubletalk/.

(6) undefined. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2003/mar/04/usnews.climatechange.

 Has double speak always been a key feature of totalitarian regimes?

“Yes, doublespeak has often been a key feature of totalitarian regimes¹²³⁴⁵. George Orwell introduced the concept of doublespeak in his novel "1984" as a tool of the totalitarian regime⁴⁵. In the novel, the ruling party, known as "The Party," used doublespeak as a means to control thought and manipulate the truth⁴⁵.

Doublespeak can be defined as the deliberate use of language to obscure or distort reality³. It's often used by oppressive regimes to maintain their power and manipulate the thoughts and behaviors of the people³. For instance, Russian President Vladimir Putin has been noted for his use of doublespeak¹².

In politics, doublespeak is often used to mask intentions, support ideologies, or narratives that may be untruthful or unpopular¹². Politicians might use phrases like "alternative facts" to justify falsehoods, thereby creating an emptiness in the truth¹².

So, yes, doublespeak has always been a key feature of totalitarian regimes and continues to be used in various political contexts¹²³⁴⁵.”

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-15

(1) Putin’s brazen manipulation of language is a perfect example of .... https://theconversation.com/putins-brazen-manipulation-of-language-is-a-perfect-example-of-orwellian-doublespeak-178865.

(2) Putin’s rhetoric is perfect Orwellian doublespeak - Big Think. https://bigthink.com/the-present/putin-orwellian-doublespeak/.

(3) Exploring the Power of 1984 Doublespeak Quotes. https://shareworthyquotes.org/exploring-the-power-of-1984-doublespeak-quotes/.

(4) The Art of Doublespeak: Unraveling the Emptiness of Modern .... https://www.inbornvoice.com/us/News/the-art-of-doublespeak-unraveling-the-emptiness-of-modern-communication/.

(5) Doublespeak | Navigating the Art of Nuances in Communication. https://mediatheory.net/doublespeak/.

 Are you able to cite examples of Justin Trudeau using doublespeak?

“Yes, there have been instances where Justin Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, has been accused of using doublespeak¹²³. Here are a few examples:

1. **SNC-Lavalin affair**: In the early days of the SNC-Lavalin affair, Trudeau stated that "The allegations in the Globe story this morning are false"¹. This statement was seen as an example of doublespeak as it was later revealed that there was indeed political interference in the judicial process¹.

2. **Bill C-51**: Trudeau voiced deep concern for the controversial legislation, only to then have his party vote for it². This was seen as a contradiction and an example of doublespeak².

3. **Indigenous Issues**: Trudeau has been accused of using doublespeak on several items related to Indigenous issues².”

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-15

(1) Rex Murphy: I accept and I disagree: Justin Trudeau's amazing doublespeak. https://nationalpost.com/opinion/rex-murphy-i-accept-and-i-disagree-justin-trudeaus-amazing-doublespeak.

(2) Trudeau Botched Playing Both Ends Of The Political Spectrum. https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/trudeau-botched-playing-both-ends-of-the-political-spectrum_b_12732994.

(3) Justin Trudeau's Amazing Doublespeak — Torches and Pitchforks. https://torchesandpitchforks.net/2019/08/17/justin-trudeaus-amazing-doublespeak/.

Then, no sooner then as I asked Bing AI, “Has Trudeau been found guilty of double speak by denying that there was foreign interference in the electoral process in Canada?”, it ended our conversation and told me it was time to move on to another topic. I do not think so. I will never tolerate treason in the highest office of my country, and that my dears ain’t no double speak! As I state previously, Trudeau’s treason has had two effects, first he and his cohorts continue with tearing down what had worked by replacing functional order with increased poverty, chaos, and addiction, second, he endlessly apologizes for the structural oppression that his Neo-Marxist policies are making worse. The very fact that this makes Trudeau both victim and victimizer escapes him since he lacks the mental acuity to see his policies are essentially contradictory.

My conclusions:

Treason is a capital offense infinitely more heinous than what could be defined as normal criminality. Even a MOB boss would dispatch one of his closest Dons if they had betrayed the Family which makes our present government less moral than the Mafia. 

Our government is rife with foreign interference. Which is why I invite all of you who hope to restore limited, constitutional government under the Rule of Law in Canada to join me in smashing Cultural Marxism and its concerted attack on our faith, our families, and our property.

So please subscribe to my podcast and join me in helping to restore sanity and fiduciary accountability to a deeply damaged system of government. We need to rebuild our schools where children can be taught rather than indoctrinated. We must help rid our universities of the Critical Theory which infects their administration and the curriculum. I pray that you will also join me in helping to restore Christianity and its values to our national discourse. Which is why I am sounding a warning to those churches who have rejected the Gospel for WOKE idolatry.

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Metanarratives, false doctrines, and the true Church

 

Mankind is embedded in the story we tell ourselves as to our origins, the nature of the world, and our proper place in it.

Humanity is embedded in a story, more than anything else these stories have been the primary and most essential tool we have used to define ourselves as a species. The greatest civilizations which have ever existed were the ones who had created the grandest narratives to define themselves. Long before man invented written language there were those whose sacred duty it was to memorize and tell these stories to their people. When examining what we hold to be true, one must always consider the narrative’s success in creating stable civilizations. Therefore, it is important that we examine in detail the grand narrative which has created Western Civilization. The reason for this ought to be obvious. Today we are faced with another narrative which has no power of creation, rather its sole function is to tear down the grand narrative which once defined Western civilization for over a millennium and a half. No sooner do I think that I have reached peak cynicism than the Marxo-fascist clowns fomenting cultural genocide outdo themselves by inventing some new form of reality rejecting insanity guised as moral virtue.

Therefore, Christianity along with Greek philosophy has formed the basis of the Grand Narrative that has defined the West for over 1500 years. Yet even it had elements within it which were deconstructive rather than Biblical. The matter of apostolic succession is one such example. There were many believers who had remained outside the fold of the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches who held the same beliefs that their ancestors had received from the Apostles. They in turn inspired the Pre-Reformers such as the Lollards and Waldensians who then inspired the Protestant Reformers. These faithful believers remain as examples of those whose practices and doctrines most closely align with the Holy Scriptures. Today you can still draw a line through Europe between the countries where the Reformation took hold and between those who have remained Orthodox or Roman Catholic. The economic differences remain today even though the original religious zeal is gone. And in the absence of that zeal moral corruption based upon resentment and a cult of victimhood has infected the West under the guise of Cultural Marxist Critical Theory.

 

How the faithful regarded the office of the Pope

The Reformers had inherited the belief from the pre-reformers that the anti-Christ would be someone who would claim to have the power to absolve sin while holding the keys to heaven, earth, and hell. The three-tiered headdress of the Pope, also known as the Papal Tiara or Triregnum, symbolizes the triple power of the Pope¹²³⁴. These powers are traditionally expressed during a Pope's coronation as follows¹²³⁴:

1. **Father of kings**: This signifies the Pope's authority over secular rulers.

2. **Governor of the world**: This represents the Pope's temporal power over the world.

3. **Vicar of Christ**: This denotes the Pope's spiritual authority as the representative of Christ on earth.

The keys to heaven and earth are symbolized by two crossed keys that often appear with the Papal Tiara in the insignia of the Vatican City and the Holy See¹⁴. These keys signify the authority traditionally believed to have been given by Christ to Peter as the first bishop of Rome¹⁴.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-03

(1) Triregnum | History, Pope, Crown, Meaning, Tiara, & Facts. https://www.britannica.com/topic/tiara-papal-dress.

(2) Papal tiara - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papal_tiara.

(3) Tiara - Vatican. https://www.vatican.va/news_services/press/documentazione/documents/sp_ss_scv/insigne/triregno_en.html.

(4) Papal regalia and insignia - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Papal_regalia_and_insignia.

 

“Apostolic Succession” among the gentile believers was through Paul and Barnabas and their converts rather than through Peter

There is no historical record of Peter ever going to Rome. It was Paul who was martyred in Rome since he went there to be tried as a Roman citizen. Paul himself asserted that he was sent as an apostle to the Gentiles¹³. After his conversion, Paul believed that Jesus Christ had commissioned him to spread the teachings of Christianity beyond the Jewish community¹. This is evidenced by the Epistles he wrote as well as in the Acts of the Apostles¹².

As for Peter, he is often referred to as the apostle to the Jews⁵. Paul himself stated that Peter had the special charge of being an apostle to the Jews, just as he (Paul) was an apostle to the Gentiles⁵. However, it's important to note that Peter also played a significant role in the early Christian church and was instrumental in spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ to both Jews and Gentiles⁷⁸.

Barnabas, like Paul, also played a crucial role in spreading the teachings of Christianity to the Gentiles². He was a close companion of Paul and accompanied him on many of his missionary journeys².

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-03

(1) The Letters of Paul the Apostle to the Gentiles - World History .... https://www.worldhistory.org/article/1841/the-letters-of-paul-the-apostle-to-the-gentiles/.

(2) Paul: Apostle To The Gentiles. https://theenlightenmentjourney.com/paul-apostle-to-the-gentiles/.

(3) Acts 13:44-14:7 NLT - Paul Turns to the Gentiles - Bible Gateway. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Acts%2013%3A44-14%3A7&version=NLT.

(4) Saint Peter and Judaism - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Peter_and_Judaism.

(5) St. Peter the Apostle - Apostle, Fisherman, Leader | Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Peter-the-Apostle/The-position-of-Peter-in-the-apostolic-church.

(6) The Significance of Peter | Reformed Bible Studies & Devotionals at .... https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/significance-of-peter.

(7) Saint Paul, Apostle to the Gentiles. https://stpaulsirvine.org/saint-paul-apostle-to-the-gentiles/.

(8) Galatians 2:8 For the One who was at work in Peter's apostleship to the .... https://biblehub.com/galatians/2-8.htm.

 

So, what did Luther believe regarding the Anti-Christ?

In fact, Martin Luther did come to believe that Pope Leo X was the Antichrist. This belief emerged around 1520, after Luther's views on the papacy shifted dramatically. He was particularly critical of the Pope's authority and the sale of indulgences, which he saw as a corruption within the Church. Luther's treatise titled "Against the Execrable Bull of Antichrist" explicitly called Leo the Antichrist and argued that the papal bull aimed to compel people to deny God¹²³⁴⁵. This was a significant part of his broader critique of the Catholic Church, which led to the Protestant Reformation. Luther's stance was that anyone who blocked people from Christ or worked against the teachings of the scriptures could be considered an Antichrist, a term he applied to Pope Leo X⁴.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/3/2024

(1) Leo and Luther—The Real Story of the Pope and the Heretic. https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/leo-and-luther-the-real-story-of-the-pope-and-the-heretic.

(2) The Papal Antichrist: Martin Luther and the Underappreciated Influence .... https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/renaissance-quarterly/article/abs/papal-antichrist-martin-luther-and-the-underappreciated-influence-of-lorenzo-valla/E1F49EC158698145BC3CAA01ABC31BD1.

(3) Martin Luther and the 95 Theses - Summary, Origins & Video - HISTORY. https://www.history.com/topics/religion/martin-luther-and-the-95-theses.

(4) Did Martin Luther really call the Pope the Anti-Christ?. https://ms.wearesparkhouse.org/downloads/reform_Traditions/rTLutheran_LG.pdf.

(5) 3 Protestant Reformers Put to the Test - Catholic Answers. https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/the-rubber-hits-the-road-for-three-protestant-reformers.

(6) undefined. https://doi.org/10.1353/ren.2008.0027.

 

How the Jesuit Order carried out the counter-reformation while murdering faithful believers with impunity

Who was the Catholic priest and counter reformer who wrote the theory that the Antichrist would be a future political ruler? His name is Cardinal Robert Bellarmine who was a significant figure during the Counter-Reformation and contributed to the intellectual defense of the Catholic Church against Protestant accusations. Bellarmine's writings on the Antichrist posited that this figure would be a political leader who would oppose the Church, seek to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem, and demand to be worshiped as a god¹. This interpretation aligns with traditional Catholic teachings and the views of the Church Fathers on the Antichrist¹. Cardinal Robert Bellarmine was a Jesuit who had entered the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits, in 1560 and was a significant figure within the order. He is well-remembered for his contributions to Catholic theology and his role in the Counter-Reformation¹. Bellarmine was also canonized as a saint and named a Doctor of the Church, which is an honor given to saints who have made significant contributions to theology or doctrine through their research, study, or writing¹.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/3/2024

(1) The Antichrist | Catholic Answers Magazine. https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/the-antichrist-0.

(2) Counter-Reformation - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Counter-Reformation.

(3) en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antichrist.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/3/2024

(1) Robert Bellarmine - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Bellarmine.

(2) St. Robert Bellarmine | Jesuit, Cardinal, Doctor of the Church. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Robert-Bellarmine.

(3) Robert Bellarmine, the saint who defended the Church with charity. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/42285/robert-bellarmine-the-saint-who-defended-the-church-with-charity.

(4) St. Robert Bellarmine | Encyclopedia.com. https://www.encyclopedia.com/history/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/st-robert-bellarmine.

(5) en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Bellarmine.

 

How the false doctrine of pretribulation rapture theory entered the modern evangelical church

John Nelson Darby is credited with developing the pre-tribulation rapture theory, which he extensively taught and popularized. This theory suggests that Christ will remove the Church from the world before the period of tribulation. Darby, an influential figure among the original Plymouth Brethren, is considered the father of modern dispensationalism and futurism¹². His teachings had a significant impact on the Bible Church and evangelical Christianity, particularly through the spread of dispensationalism and his Bible translations¹. Darby's ideas were further popularized in the United States in the early 20th century, notably by the Scofield Reference Bible².

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/3/2024

(1) John Nelson Darby | Ligonier Ministries. https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/john-nelson-darby.

(2) John Nelson Darby - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nelson_Darby.

(3) Who was John Nelson Darby? | GotQuestions.org. https://www.gotquestions.org/John-Nelson-Darby.html.

(4) Is the pre-tribulational rapture theory biblical?. https://www.equip.org/bible_answers/is-the-pre-tribulational-rapture-theory-biblical/.

(5) en.wikipedia.org. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nelson_Darby.

 

What parts of Darby’s doctrine had originated from Cardinal Bellarmine’s counter-reformation propaganda?

John Nelson Darby's development of dispensationalism was influenced by a variety of sources, including earlier works by Jesuit theologians such as Francisco Ribera and Cardinal Robert Bellarmine. While Darby is recognized as the father of dispensationalism, his ideas were not entirely original but rather built upon earlier theological concepts. The writings of Ribera and Bellarmine contained ideas that laid the groundwork for the future development of dispensationalism. These works were initially intended to counter the Protestant Reformation's interpretation of the Book of Revelation, which identified the Pope as the Antichrist and the Catholic Church as the whore of Babylon¹.

It's important to note that while Darby may have been influenced by the works of these Jesuit theologians, his own doctrine was distinct and developed within the context of his time and religious environment. Darby's dispensationalism emphasized what he falsely thought was a literal interpretation of the Bible and the separation of God's plans for Israel and the Church, which became a cornerstone of his theological framework¹.

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 6/3/2024

(1) Dispensationalism and Its Influence on Eschatology. https://www.jamesjpn.net/basic-bible/dispensationalism-and-its-influence-on-eschatology/.

(2) The Purpose and Origins of Futurism - Christian Observer. https://christianobserver.net/the-purpose-and-origins-of-futurism/.

(3) The History Of Dispensationalism - Christian Observer. https://christianobserver.net/the-history-of-dispensationalism/.

(4) John Nelson Darby - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Nelson_Darby.

(5) Rapture Doctrine invented by John Darby in 1830 AD - The Interactive Bible. https://bible.ca/rapture-origin-john-nelson-darby-1830ad.htm.

(6) undefined. http://regal-network.com/dispensationalism/.

 

In conclusion:

So, I have a question to those of you who consider themselves to be Bible believing Christians. How are we to fight Cultural Marxist Critical Theory and its concerted attack on our faith if we have swallowed the lies of the Enemy to believe in false doctrines which were not received in Apostolic succession from the founders of the Western gentile Church? Persecution is coming for the Church so you must prepare yourselves. The word “rapture” does not appear in the Bible because it is not scriptural. Christ will return and may we prepare ourselves while equipping His body for His return! This is the only way we can stave off the ruin of godless Critical Theory which has now even infected the weak churches who themselves have become WOKE!

The phrase "Be instant in season and out of season" is a Biblical reference from **2 Timothy 4:2**¹²³. In the King James Version of the Bible, the verse reads: "Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all long suffering and doctrine."¹²³.

This verse is part of a charge that the Apostle Paul gives to Timothy, his disciple. The phrase "be instant in season, out of season" is often interpreted to mean that one should be ready to proclaim the word of God at all times, whether it is convenient or not¹²³⁴⁵.

Different translations of the Bible may use different wording, but the general message remains the same: to be prepared to preach the word of God at all times, and to correct, rebuke, and encourage with patience and sound teaching¹²³⁴⁵.

 

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-06-06

(1) 2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season .... https://biblehub.com/2_timothy/4-2.htm.

(2) 2 Timothy 4:2 KJV - Preach the word; be instant in season, - Bible Gateway. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Timothy%204%3A2&version=KJV.

(3) 2 Timothy 4:2 KJV - Preach the word; be instant in season, out of .... https://www.blueletterbible.org/verse/kjv/2ti/4/2/.

(4) Instant In Season And Out Of Season - Ernest Angley Ministries. https://www.ernestangley.org/read/article/instant_in_season_and_out_of_season.

(5) What does it mean to pray in season and out of season?. https://www.missionariesofprayer.org/2017/04/pray-preach-the-word-in-season-and-out-of-season/.

By necessity tyranny must hide under a false flag

 

Tyranny must hide itself under a flag of false virtue. If it didn’t no one would accept the personal sacrifices it requires us to make. The cost it demands for our protection and alleged well being will always come at the cost of our livelihoods, our privacy, and our bodily autonomy. Which is why what has happened to Canada makes me ashamed to be Canadian. There is perhaps more I could have done to speak out against the increasing interference in our private lives by the government, but it wasn't until 2014 while I was still living in Norway that I began to understand more fully the influence Critical Theory has on the West. I couldn’t stand the Borg like need for conformity of opinion in Norway, so I asked my wife what she believed was behind it. She explained how Critical Theory had originated in the Frankfurt School of Cultural Marxism among sociologists who were seeking to rework communism for modern time. Today, many of my family and friends support Critical Theory's concerted attack on the normality, morality, and ethics which had once defined the Canadian Zeitgeist. This ideology is anti-human, anti-nuclear family, and anti-Christian to its Post Marxist core. So, was it naivety, stupidity, or lack of a moral compass which had allowed my family and friends to accept these Neo-Marxist lies? How could they have so easily fallen for the contradictory rhetoric from the WOKE Silicon Valley shysters and the Globalist robber barons given their Postmodern beliefs contradicted the values we were taught as children? But now most of the Churches themselves have succumbed to it. Frankly I ought not to be surprised as to how deep into this Postmodern, Malthusian, anti-human, post-national, globalist, socially retrogressive rabbit hole into which we have plunged since we have allowed ourselves to be led down it by a pack of immoral globalist billionaires who live Satanically perverted lives!

We must turn away from the "progressive" globalist technocrats who tell us that there's only one way to think and to live. All that we have loved, valued, and held dear still lives on in our hearts and minds. We are living in a time akin to being in a forest after a raging fire where new green shoots have begun to emerge. Let us nurture the new growth while never forgetting that it was those very globalist technocrats who ignited the fire in an attempt to burn it all down in the name of "progress"!

And for you right leaning loathers of big government, the LPC is not liberal in any sense of the actual meaning of the word. Liberalism is a political ideology which refers to "liberty", as in freedom from statism. We must stop using the left's terms to define our right-wing viewpoints, for by doing so we're only ceding ground to our ideological opponents.

So let us examine socialist policies effects on society in practice from the testimony of one who experienced them firsthand. From “Central planning from the inside—an interview with a Soviet-era economist” published on May 25, 2024 by the Fraser Institute @ https://www.fraserinstitute.org/blogs/central-planning-from-the-inside-an-interview-with-a-soviet-era-economist?

In our descriptions of socialism in Poland and Estonia, we often quoted firsthand accounts of Poles and Estonians who lived through the period. These were workers, consumers, victims of oppression and resistance fighters. One voice that we didn’t capture was that of the planner—the government official charged with making the economy work, despite socialism’s enormous handicaps.

To better understand that perspective, I recently interviewed Gia Jandieri, an economist who worked for the State Supply Committee in Georgia from 1984 to 1989.

In 1989 Gia cofounded the very first non-governmental organization in Soviet Georgia (the Association of Young Economists) to push for market economic education. And in 2001 he established a think-tank, the New Economic School, to promote economic freedom. The New Economic School has been a full member of the Economic Freedom Network since 2004.

Here’s our discussion (lightly edited for readability):

Matthew Mitchell (MM):

How did you become an economist and a Soviet planner?

Gia Jandieri (GM):

It was accidental. In 1984 my mother worked at the Gossnab (the State Supply Committee for the Central Planning Authority) and she offered to introduce me to her boss. At that time I was only 23 years old and had graduated from the Georgian Polytechnical Institute. My knowledge of economics was mostly from life and family experience (my parents worked at a metallurgical plant).

But as a student in 1979 I had had what I thought were a few strange discussions with a teacher of political economy. Like most teachers, he was no true believer in socialism (it was hard for anyone to believe at that time). But he was required to teach the propaganda. What surprised me was that he was willing to publicly agree with me about my suspicions that the system was failing and might even collapse. This was rare, and he was taking a risk. But it also inspired me. It is also important to note that he wanted to hide his hesitation about Marxism and the Soviet system, and he also wanted me to stop my questions, and/or stop attending his lectures (which was of course not allowed). I recall he told me: “either I report you or someone reports both of us for having prohibited discussions.”

When I finished my university study of engineering, I was already sure I wanted to be an economist. So, when the opportunity arose in 1984 to work at the State Supply Committee, I seized it.

MM:

Tell us a little bit about the job of a planner. What were your responsibilities? And how did you go about doing them? 

GJ:

Our department inside of Gossnab was responsible for monitoring the execution of agreements for production of goods and government orders. My task was to verify that the plans had been executed correctly, to find failures and problems, and to report to the higher authorities.

This included reading lots of reports and visiting the factories and their warehouses for auditing.

The Soviet economy had been in a troublesome condition since the 1970s. We (at the Gossnab) had plenty of information about failures, but it wasn’t useful. We knew that the quality of produced goods was very low, that any household good that was of usable quality was in deficit, and that the shortages encouraged people to buy on the black market through bribes.

In reality, a bribe was a substitute for a market-determined price; people were interested in paying more than the official price for the goods they valued, and the bribe was a way for them to indicate that they valued it more than others.

The process of planning was long. The government had to study demand, find resources and production capacities, create long-run production and supply plans, compare these to political priorities, and get approval for general plans at the Communist Party meetings. Then the general plans needed to be converted to practical production and supply plans, with figures about resources, finances, material and labour, particular producers, particular suppliers, transportation capacities, etc. After this, we began the process of connecting factories and suppliers to one another, organizing transportation, arranging warehousing, and lining up retail shops.

The final stage of the planning process was to send the participating parties their own particular plans and supply contracts. These were obligatory government orders. Those who refused to follow them or failed to fulfill them properly were punished. The production factories had no right or resources to produce any other goods or services than those described in the supply contracts and production plans they received from the authorities. Funny enough, though, government officials could demand that they produce more goods than what was indicated in the plans.

MM:

What made your job difficult? Let’s assume that a socialist planner is 100 per cent committed to the cause; all he or she wants to do is serve the state and the people. What makes it difficult to do that?

GJ:

There were several difficulties. We had to find appropriate consumer data and compare it to the data of suppliers (of production goods mostly). I was working with several (5-15) factories per year. I needed to have current and immediate information, but the state companies were always trying to hide or falsify their reports. In some cases, waste and theft could be so significant that production had to be halted.

The planners invested vast sums of money and time in data collection and each had special units of data processing.

This was a technical exercise and had nothing to do with efficiency or usefulness. The collected data was outdated by the time it was printed. The planning, approval, and execution processes could take many years to complete, and by the time plans were ready, demand had usually changed, creating deficits of what was demanded and surpluses of what was not demanded. The planners, no matter how dedicated or intelligent they might be, simply couldn’t meet the demands of the customers.

Central planning was not an easy exercise. The central planners needed to understand what was needed—both production supplies and consumer goods. But, of course, we had no way of knowing what people truly wanted because there was no market. Consumers weren’t free to choose from different suppliers and new suppliers weren’t free to enter the market to offer new or slightly different goods.

One of the more helpful ways to find out what people wanted was to look at what consumers in the West wanted since they actually had economic freedom and their demands were quickly satisfied. The government also did a lot of industrial spying to steal Western production ways and technologies.

MM:

Were most of the planners you encountered 100 per cent committed to the cause? Were they incentivized to serve the cause?

GJ:

Some of the staffers were dedicated to their work. Others were mostly thinking about how they could obtain bribes from the production factories as a reward for closing their eyes to mismanagement and failure. The planners were also involved in more significant corruption to allow the production factories to have extra materials and financial resources so they could produce for the black market or so they could simply steal.

Then the revenue from these bribes would be divided among all personnel from different agencies (like the Price Committee, Auditing (“Public Control”), and several other agencies charged with inspections). So, in fact, the system generated corruption as a substitute for official incentives. If anything was still operating, this was mostly due to these corrupt incentives and not in spite of them.

The planning system was quite complex and involved many governmental offices though the main decisions were made by the Communist Party. Planning authorities would report to the Party leadership what they thought would be possible to produce and Party leaders would inevitably demand higher quantities.

Gosplan was bureaucratic to its core, both in principle and character. Nobody was allowed to innovate other than planned/artificial innovation. Everyone had to work only by decrees and orders coming from the political leadership. The political orders and bribes were the only engines that were moving anything. Market incentives didn’t exist. Bonuses (premia) were awarded according to bureaucratic rules, and, paradoxically, these destroyed the motivation of the genuinely hard workers.

MM:

Moving beyond economics a bit, how did the socialist system affect other aspects of life? Culture, families, relationships, civil institutions?

GJ:

One of the examples is Western pop-music. Soviet propaganda tried to hide Western culture. Music schools mostly taught Russian classical music and some folk music of various Soviet ethnic nationalities, but it was mostly Russian.

Jazz and hard rock were not prohibited but very much limited. That of course encouraged smuggling and illegal dissemination, as in every sector. Soviet music factories were buying some rights to the music (for instance the Beatles, Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald). But these recordings were only available in limited quantities and were of bad quality in order to limit their influence.

Small illegal outfits would make unofficial and illegal copies of any popular western music (not classical).

Cultural institutions like theatre or cinema were harshly censored and mostly served the propaganda machine. The people involved in these sectors did what all producers of goods did. They needed to lobby their benefactors in the bureaucracy, bribing and currying favour with them in different ways. It was said that only one out of four films produced would be shown in the cinemas. The other three films were only produced so studios could steal the resources and obtain higher reimbursements.

Before Soviet rule, Georgia was a property rights and ethics-based society. We have ancient proverbs that testify to this. The Soviets killed the ethical leaders, the property-owning elite, and confiscated their property. The stolen property was supposed to be held in common. In fact, the bureaucracy took it.

State ownership of property opened the way to waste and theft of construction and production materials, office inventory, fertilizer, harvested agricultural products, etc.

In Georgia, one bright spot was underground education. Georgians succeeded in growing a network of informal tutors who effectively operated despite very harsh efforts by the authorities to quash them. These skillful teachers prepared the young people for university exams. This was so widespread that some successful young people (including my wife and friends, for instance) started offering private (completely illegal) teaching services when they were university students.

MM:

To this day, socialism remains alluring to many in the West, especially young people. What do you have to say to the 46 per cent of Canadians aged 18-34 who support socialism?

GJ:

Very simply, it is a mistake to think socialism fails because of the wrong managers. This mistake allows people to think that it’ll work the next time it is tried, if we just have better people. In fact the opposite is true—socialism invites the wrong managers. It doesn’t reward a great manager who tries to improve the system but a person who can adapt to and accept the corruption, waste and theft. Socialism also encourages corruption. When more resources are in the control of politicians and the bureaucracy, there is more favouritism, privilege, and discrimination. Jobs and business opportunities are based on privilege rather than market competition. This means naïve people will always be cheated by brazen liars and manipulators.

Poor people are told that the state is under their control but in fact the bureaucracy and political hierarchy control everything.

In socialism, nature and natural resources are abused and wasted. The Tragedy of the Commons runs rampant without private property, voluntary cooperation, and ethics. The government tries to manage everything centrally and totally fails because it lacks dynamic information, competitive discipline, and proper incentives.

Author:  Matthew D. Mitchell

Yet Neo-Marxist ideology has been taught as viable political theory in our universities for decades at the expense of Canadian taxpayers yet the citizens, perhaps mostly out of ignorance, tolerated it. Therefore, it is remarkable that many university graduates remain either ignorant or complicit in perpetuating its negative effects on our government, its bureaucracy and society writ large starting with this ideology’s attack on the nuclear family and hence our children. A remarkable majority of postgraduate educated people have swallowed Cultural Marxism hook, line, and sinker for one reason, they believe that by embracing Neo-Marxist ideology makes them more moral than God. There will be a world of hurt if and when a Poilievre government is elected. He will of necessity have to lead massive spending cuts starting with the bureaucracy, then drastically cut foreign aid, particularly aid sent to abet proxy wars that are unwinnable. All lobbying and central planning must cease. No more crony capitalism with the government getting deep into bed with multinational conglomerates like Big Pharma and the investment bankers who are members of the WEF. Government run programs must be forced to operate within budget and demonstrate that the end user is receiving value. It is going to be an unholy shitshow. And I can already hear the screaming Greenies who hide under the false flag of climate catastrophizing and the host of those who have been taught to view themselves as perpetual victims crying like unweaned emotional infants demanding to feed off the public teat!

Klaus Schwab, the founder, and executive director of the World Economic Forum, has used the term “Build Back Better”. In an interview, Schwab spoke about what the newly elected Biden-Harris administration means for global capitalism. He mentioned that the Biden-Harris administration gives a necessary final boost, a faucet switch from a shareholder-oriented capitalism into a stakeholder-oriented capitalism. The phrase “You will own nothing and be happy” originated from a 2016 video of the WEF, of which Schwab is founder, which summarized an essay written by Danish politician Ida Auken. The video made several predictions about the world in 2030, including the statement "You’ll own nothing. And you’ll be happy. What you want you’ll rent, and it’ll be delivered by drone". Yet the Global Elite’s sole contribution has been to label the West itself is a patriarchal tyranny guilty of “Post-Colonial Oppression”. The elites have but one goal, at the core of their ideology is a desire to tear it all down which will leave them to reign over the ashes of Western Civilization.

So, though the worst is yet to come there are many causes for hope. For by now far too many of us have begun to see the nature of the mouthy little wicked wizard lurking behind the curtain who ought to be featured in Austin Powers’ next rendition of Dr. Evil while petting a cat. As I stated, we must turn away from the "progressive" globalist technocrats who tell us that there's only one way to think and to live. All that we have loved, valued, and held dear still lives on in our hearts and minds for we are living in a time akin to being in a forest after a raging fire where new green shoots have begun to emerge. It is time to rage against the machine that seeks to dehumanize us and frankly our fight against this godless agenda is a Godly one! Humanity was created to serve Him alone not mammon and false idols, no matter what false flag behind which their actual agenda has been hidden!

A fools’ game: The ever-morphing versions of Marxist ideology

 

Today I posted a meme quoting Kevin Sorbo which read, “Instead of diversity hiring how about giving the job to the best person?” The question he poses ignores the hideous Cultural Marxist ideology behind Critical Theory's grievance studies and D.E.I. since the dedicated Neo-Marxist fully intends to destroy capitalism because one of the best ways to do so is to undermine the competence required to make private industry successful.

A Facebook acquaintance who himself grew up in the Fascistic social collectivism of Portugal replied, “As a society we have been forced to accept mediocrity. It's no longer a situation where people are encouraged to learn and get better so that they'll be able to compete and get accepted... or win, rather, if you can't meet the standards you are encouraged to file a grievance to get the standards lowered to meet your lack of qualifications. And God help you if you complain that someone less qualified than you got hired or promoted ahead of you if that someone happens to be a member of a visible minority. But I'm sure I'm not telling you what you don't know...”

I replied, “John Rebelo again, that is because people fail to identify the source of the problem. Cultural Marxist Critical Theory lies behind all of this. Therefore, the job of any true freedom fighter is not to attack the symptoms of the illness, which in this case is mediocrity, but the source of the problem using first principles thinking. Deconstruct the ideology by understanding it better than your opponent or it will deconstruct you!”

First principles thinking is a systematic approach to problem-solving that involves breaking down complex problems into their most basic, fundamental parts. It's about understanding the core elements of a problem and building up from there, rather than relying on assumptions or conventional wisdom. Here's a breakdown of how it works:

1. *Identify and Define the Problem*: Clearly understand what you're trying to solve.

2. *Break Down the Problem*: Dissect the problem into its fundamental principles. These are the basic truths that are universally accepted and cannot be deduced any further.

3. *Analyze and Synthesize*: Examine these principles to find connections or patterns that can help you understand the problem better.

4. *Reconstruct the Problem*: Using these insights, reconstruct the problem and explore innovative solutions that weren't apparent before.

This method encourages deep thinking and can lead to creative and original solutions. It's been used by many great thinkers and innovators, including Elon Musk and Aristotle, to solve complex issues and create groundbreaking ideas¹².

It's not just a technique but a mindset that challenges the status quo and fosters a culture of inquiry and innovation. By applying first principles thinking, you can cut through the noise of what's always been done and discover new ways to approach challenges¹².

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 5/27/2024

(1) What is First-Principles Thinking | A comprehensive guide.. https://medium.com/@Rahul_Nain/what-is-first-principles-thinking-a-comprehensive-guide-847886ae787a.

(2) First Principles: Elon Musk on the Power of Thinking for Yourself. https://jamesclear.com/first-principles.

(3) What Is First Principles Thinking? 3 Popular Approaches and How to .... https://bing.com/search?q=first+principles+thinking.

(4) First Principles Thinking: The Blueprint For Solving Business ... - Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescommunicationscouncil/2023/09/13/first-principles-thinking-the-blueprint-for-solving-business-problems/.

(5) What Is First Principles Thinking? 3 Popular Approaches and How to .... https://www.readynorth.com/blog/what-is-first-principles-thinking.

(6) How to Solve Impossible Problems: First Principles Thinking. https://growthhabitslab.com/first-principles-thinking/.

What is First-Principles Thinking | A comprehensive guide. https://medium.com/@Rahul_Nain/what-is-first-principles-thinking-a-comprehensive-guide-847886ae787a A revolutionary approach championed by luminaries like Elon Musk

We are being confronted by anomalous patterns hitherto unseen:

Humans are naturally wired to recognize patterns and irregularities in their environment. This ability has been crucial not merely to our survival, it also allows us to create stable civilizations which can predict and prepare for future events based on past experiences to avoid unwanted events which will negatively impact social cohesion, health, our children’s education, and do damage to productivity, trade, and the economy. When something deviates from the expected pattern or norm—an anomaly—it will often trigger a sense of unease or discomfort. Which is why so many feel unsettled in this post COVID period when so many of the questions surrounding the official narrative remain unaddressed or worse, are being subjected to an enormous, coordinated international cover-up. Such anomalies signal danger or uncertainty as to how our political and bureaucratic class in league with international players from unelected bodies such as the W.E.F., other international organizations heavily influenced by illiberal foreign interference such as China, the E.U. and W.H.O. and its parent organization the U.N.

The need for statistical analysis of our ideological crisis:

You can only manage what you measure is an unerring principle of good governance and fiduciary duty, which is the legal duty of a fiduciary to act in the best interests of the beneficiary, in this case the citizenry. One is therefore forced to ask why has this essential requirement of oversight and good government failed so miserably?

In statistics, mean, median, and mode are measures of central tendency; they are ways to find the center or average of a set of numbers. Here's a simple explanation of each:

- *Mean*: This is what most people commonly refer to as the average. You calculate it by adding up all the numbers in a set and then dividing by the count of numbers. For example, for the set [1, 2, 3, 4, 5], the mean is \( (1+2+3+4+5) / 5 = 3 \).

- *Median*: The median is the middle number in a sorted list of numbers. If there's an odd number of observations, the median is the number right in the middle. If there's an even number of observations, the median is the average of the two middle numbers. For example, in the set [1, 3, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9], the median is 6, which is the fourth number. But for [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6], the median is \( (3+4) / 2 = 3.5 \).

- *Mode*: The mode is the number that appears most frequently in a data set. A set of numbers may have one mode, more than one mode, or no mode at all. For instance, in the set [1, 2, 2, 3, 4], the mode is 2 because it appears twice, unlike the other numbers which appear only once.

In summary, the mean is the total sum divided by the count, the median is the middle value, and the mode is the most frequent number. Each of these measures can give you a different perspective on the data set you're looking at.

The term "Six Sigma" comes from a statistical concept used in manufacturing³. When a production process is Six Sigma, also known as 6 standard deviations away from the specification limits where problems and defects are produced, it means it is a very capable process and only produces up to 3.4 defects out of a million opportunities³.

If an "imode" (which could refer to a peak, mode, or most common value in a distribution) is developing out near the wings of the Six Sigma distribution, it suggests that there is a significant amount of data or occurrences far from the mean. In the context of Six Sigma, this could indicate a high number of defects or errors, which is certainly troubling.

Six Sigma methodologies aim to reduce defects and variations in processes to improve quality and consistency². Anomalies or significant deviations from the norm (the "wings" of the Six Sigma distribution) can signal potential issues or inefficiencies in the process¹². These could be due to a variety of factors, such as changes in input materials, equipment malfunctions, or human error¹².

Therefore, when an imode develops near the wings of Six Sigma, it's a cause for concern because it indicates a departure from the expected pattern and a potential decrease in process efficiency and product quality¹². It's a signal that the process may need to be reviewed and adjusted to bring it back into alignment with Six Sigma standards¹². 😊

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-05-27

(1) Guide: Six Sigma - Learn Lean Sigma. https://www.learnleansigma.com/guides/six-sigma/.

(2) The Most Popular Lean Six Sigma Tools and Techniques. https://theleansuite.com/lean-six-sigma-tools-and-techniques/.

(3) Guide: Fundamentals of Lean Six Sigma - Learn Lean Sigma. https://www.learnleansigma.com/guides/fundamentals-of-lean-six-sigma/.

In light of this let us examine the phrase which was so often used to force people to accept anomalies that pose an inherent threat to society: “The New Normal”

The phrase "arguing statistically the new normal" refers to a situation where someone uses statistical data to argue that a recent trend or change is now the "new normal". This can potentially lead to a logical fallacy if not handled correctly.

One common fallacy related to this is the **Misleading Vividness** or **Hasty Generalization** fallacy¹². This occurs when someone bases a broad conclusion on a small or unrepresentative sample size. For example, if there's a sudden increase in a particular type of event, and someone argues that this is now the "new normal", they might be committing this fallacy. They are drawing a conclusion from a potentially temporary or random fluctuation, not a statistically significant trend¹².

Another related fallacy is the **Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc** (After this, therefore because of this) fallacy¹². This is when someone assumes that because one event followed another, the first event caused the second. If someone sees a new trend and assumes it's caused by a recent event or change, they might be committing this fallacy¹².

Finally, there's the **Texas Sharpshooter Fallacy**⁴, which occurs when someone focuses only on the data that supports their argument, while ignoring data that contradicts it⁴. If someone is arguing for a "new normal", they might be cherry-picking data that supports their claim, while ignoring data that doesn't⁴.

In all these cases, it's important to remember that correlation does not imply causation, and that statistical data needs to be interpreted carefully and correctly to avoid logical fallacies¹²⁴. 😊

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 2024-05-27

(1) What Is a Logical Fallacy? 15 Common Logical Fallacies - Grammarly. https://www.grammarly.com/blog/logical-fallacies/.

(2) Logical Fallacies | Definition, Types, List & Examples - Scribbr. https://www.scribbr.com/fallacies/logical-fallacy/.

(3) 16 Common Logical Fallacies and How to Spot Them - HubSpot Blog. https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/common-logical-fallacies.

(4) Statistical fallacies and how to avoid them | Geckoboard. https://www.geckoboard.com/best-practice/statistical-fallacies/.

(5) What are Logical Fallacies? | Critical Thinking Basics. https://psychologycorner.com/critical-thinking-resources/what-are-logical-fallacies/.

A fools’ game: The ever-morphing versions of Marxist ideology:

Cultural Marxism is an unfounded fool’s game which leads to cultural genocide. There’s not a single statistical, demonstrably provable, logical, or consistent aspect of applied Cultural Marxist Critical Theory. In fact, it deconstructs itself due to its inherent contradictions. Therefore, we must outwit our ideological opponents by understanding not merely the impracticality of the ideology in theory but in exposing the disastrous outcomes of its application. First, what we must do is to never cede so much as an inch of ground to their preferred narrative, rather we must reject it out of hand. Let us examine why the NDP/LPC coalition is a Neo-Marxist criminal cartel aimed at further marginalizing the dispossessed while gutting the middle class.

In an article from the Frazer Institute entitled, “Canadian living standards declining with no end in sight” which appeared in the Hill Times, May 24, 2024

According to a recent poll, two-thirds of Canadians believe the economy is headed in the wrong direction. Clearly, there’s a disconnect between economic statistics, which show the Canadian economy is growing, and the experiences of Canadians who feel like they’re falling behind. In reality, Canadians are on the cusp of the worst decline in living standards in 40 years, with no end in sight.

When measured in aggregate, the Canadian economy is growing albeit weakly. In 2023, the economy grew by 1.1 per cent, after adjusting for inflation. And so far this year, it grew by 0.5 per cent in January and 0.2 per cent in February. But these statistics don’t account for changes in the population. It’s possible for the aggregate economy to grow because more people are coming to Canada (i.e. immigration) while per-person income levels decline. This happens when the growth in the overall economy is insufficient to account for the growth in the number of people in the economy. And unfortunately for Canadians, this is exactly what’s happening now.

In 2023, Canada’s population grew by 3.2 per cent or nearly 1.3 million people—the highest annual population growth rate since 1957, and nearly three times the rate of inflation-adjusted economic growth.

According to a new study, from the second quarter of 2019 (well before COVID) to the end of 2023, Canadians experienced a decline in living standards, as measured by per-person GDP (inflation-adjusted). Except for one fiscal quarter of reprieve, this 18-quarter period represents the second-longest period of per-person GDP decline over the last four decades (exceeded only by the 21-quarter decline from the late-1980s to 1994). But critically, the current decline (based on the latest data available for the end of 2023) has not yet ended and may extend into 2024.

Moreover, the percentage decline in living standards (again, as measured by per-person GDP) is the third-steepest of any decline over the last four decades at -3.0 per cent (exceeded only by declines from the late-1980s to the early-1990s and from 2008 to 2009, which both eclipsed 5.0 per cent). But again, the current decline has not yet ended and we could see continued declines in living standards when the 2024 data is released. Simply put, Canadians could be experiencing the worst decline in living standards of the last 40 years.

Several leading economists have already raised alarm bells over our economic decline, including Carolyn Rogers, senior deputy governor of the Bank of Canada, who recently said it was time to “break the glass” to solve Canada’s productivity crisis. Unfortunately, despite the calls for genuine reform, the federal and provincial governments this past budget season largely maintained the status quo and continued to borrow and spend, with no government demonstrating its intransigence more that the Trudeau government.

In conclusion:

It might be appropriate to note that something similar but not as severe occurred under Pierre Trudeau whose Marxist sympathies were celebrated by every social democracy around the Globe. His premiership led to enormous interest rate hikes in the 1980’s where many lost their homes, just as we are seeing today. Therefore, our ideological crisis has been long in the making since for too long Canadians failed to realize the threat posed to Canada by Cultural Marxist ideologues in our universities, in politics, and in our enormous and bloated bureaucracy. And there is nothing “normal” about our social and economic situation today. This anomaly is an “imode” warning us of impending disaster. We must dare to use first principles thinking and six-sigma quality methods not merely in manufacturing but also in ensuring that our governing class takes their fiduciary duty seriously or suffer the wrath of the citizenry, and not just on election day. These corrupt Neo-Marxists must be held accountable in a court of law.

Ecclesiastes 5:8 King James Version

8 If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of judgment and justice in a province, marvel not at the matter: for he that is higher than the highest regardeth; and there be higher than they.

9 Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field.

When we allow feelings to trump the facts: chaos ensues!

 

“Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies.

The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. They may be more likely to go to Heaven yet at the same time likelier to make a Hell of earth.” — C. S. Lewis

I've become willing to believe that Trudeau, Singh, Freeland, Guilbeault, et al want us to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that they are imbecilic. If this were not the case, then the so-called governing elite would not go to such extreme lengths to constantly demonstrate their ideological possession and inability to use reason to arrive at their policies. They have but one actual intent, total control even as they insist that we share in their delusions.

Canadians are currently experiencing one of the worst and longest declines in their standard of living in decades, according to a new report by the Fraser Institute. Just as I've been warning about regarding all the deliberate fiscal failures of our government. I'm glad I've documented both in writing and with vodcasts my heartfelt condemnation of the prevailing economic and social trajectory which fits together hand in glove. “Despite claims to the contrary, living standards are declining in Canada,” study co-author Grady Munro says in the report by the fiscally conservative think tank, “Changes in Per-Person GDP (Income): 1985 to 2023.” The study says that from April 2019 to the end of 2023, inflation-adjusted, per-person GDP in Canada, a broad measure of living standards, fell from $59,905 annually to $58,111 — a 3% loss and the third-steepest decline in almost 40 years.

More proof of what I have been sounding the alarm about for a decade, Neo-Marxism has successfully infected the hearts and minds of our youth, despite its tyrannical and murderous legacy. Two things are certain, these kids are being brainwashed by the very people who provided them with the pro-communist literature, and we are witnesses to the new brown shirts who are carrying out the revolutionary goals of their ideological bosses. From https://torontosun.com/news/local-news/warmington-communism-alive-and-well-at-oakvilles-town-hall

 "I had to do a double take. I figured it was exaggerated. But since you just don’t hear something like that every day, I jumped into my gas-powered car and headed out to Trafalgar Rd. to see what the heck was going on.

Yes, there were communists there.

I found communism is alive and well in Canada, and particularly among some youth.  It turns out there was actually a desk set up outside the front door of Oakville’s city hall with communist reading material and books on Marxism, complete with hammers and sickles. But not everyone was receptive. The high school students manning this desk ran into people much older than them who not only understand what communism is all about, but know what it’s like to actually survive the regimes that impose the ideology. There were some good, civil debates between these idealistic kids who should’ve been in school and adults who escaped from communist countries."

A guide to how Marxism 3.0 works:

The single greatest challenge we face in determining what is true is one of a problem of utilizing the proper order of functions. The howling WOKE mob use their feelings to determine what they will believe; in turn their beliefs then inform them of what they will consider to be factual. On the other hand, a true seeker of Truth will place their feelings last. They will use ethics, epistemology, and ontology, to determine what is factual, place their faith in demonstrative reality and then and only then will they permit their emotions to follow. What we feel is utterly subjective and therefore is detached from what is empirically factual. In the first category we have those who are like two years olds who have never matured sufficiently to understand that their feelings are fickle which is why they invariably howl with rage to insist that reality itself be bent to suit their delusions when confronted by factual evidence!

I encourage you all to share this post with any who would dare to challenge factual evidence. Reality itself is being deliberately misconstrued in this Postmodern Age where even the meaning of words are deliberately being deconstructed to further the WOKE Cultural Marxist Revolution.

When feelings trump facts, it is high time to remind my readers and listeners that science is a method used to test theories. It isn't something one can trust unless the scientific method is employed rigorously and without prejudice as to its conclusions. Not a single resource that the elite claim is in short supply has ever born out to be true. The abundance of this planet endlessly exceeds their godless catastrophizing! Moreover, imagine having the gall to call someone a right-wing extremist because they demand that their government spend the taxes they pay wisely without waste and/or corruption? The Canadian government has become a criminal syndicate! A broad spectrum of Canadian citizens detests the Trudeau government and Trudeau in particular. All his promises of creating utopia have been dystopian. Anti free markets and centralized economies are illiberal and authoritarian to the core! In fact, his radical Neo-Marxist policies were deliberate attempts to crash the economy leaving the most marginalized with no earthly hope of improving their lot in life.

Socialism is the delusion that you can keep slicing the same pie into ever thinner portions rather than going to the trouble of baking more pies so that anyone willing to put in the effort may have as much pie as they can POSSIBLY eat.

As a result, we make the pies the elite consume without them so much as lifting a finger to add value to the process. The claim that they can redistribute the pies they stole from us to others who need it more than we do invariably ends up feeding the mouths of the socialist elite not the dispossessed and marginalized who became that way due to socialist policies.

SOCIALISM IS A PONZI SCHEME BENEFITING THE ELITE WHILE GRANTING THEM TOTAL CONTROL OVER YOUR LIFE

Covidian catastrophizing became the excuse for the most massively coordinated campaign of misinformation in the history of the world, full stop! The battlefield became our minds, and the enemy was our own governments who have used weaponized psychological manipulation to convince you that indulging in self harm while the state attacked the very idea of private enterprise was somehow necessary for public well-being. And they intend to do it to us again. One of those who follow me on social media posted the following to me today, “You are so right, Bill. These post-humanists are incapable of humiliation.” @ https://christinemasseyfois.substack.com/p/leaked-video-canadian-public-health

Allow me to read from that article:

“Greetings and Best Wishes,

Dr. Sam Bailey’s latest offering covers the leaked video evidence of Drs. Theresa Tam, Bonnie Henry, Kieran Moore, etc. literally conspiring against people on the land known as Canada over the imaginary “avian influenza virus” health threat.

As Sam puts it:

“You will need to watch the video to fully appreciate the absurd level of nonsense coming from some of the key enablers in this brewing swindle…”

In our book Virus Mania, we called Chapter 7: “H5N1: Avian Flu and Not a Glimmer of Proof” and exposed the foundational fraud behind the attempts to convince the public that there was a deadly new influenza “virus”. We suspected the narrative would be used again which is why we featured it on the cover of the 2021 edition. Sure enough, in 2023 the ‘bird flu’ was being used once more as the excuse to carry out the mass culling of poultry as I covered that year in “Taking Away Your Chickens”.

In recent weeks, the public “health” agencies and mainstream media have been featuring ‘H5N1’ in the headlines and “messaging” to the public that a pandemic could be about to start. As expected, some of the alleged experts have started flapping their wings about “pandemic preparedness” plans. There is also an additional angle in that they are claiming to find the influenza “virus” in milk which appears to be a new weapon in the war against raw milk and unpasteurised products.

By a stroke of luck, or more precisely through bureaucratic bungling, private researcher and biostatistician Christine Massey received a surprise invitation to an online H5N1 roundtable meeting headed by Theresa Tam, the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada. This enabled us to secure exclusive footage of how they are rolling out the surveillance program and the virological pseudoscience that underpins the entire fraud. You will need to watch the video to fully appreciate the absurd level of nonsense coming from some of the key enablers in this brewing swindle…

The Great Taking, David Rogers Webb, 2023  In our book Virus Mania, we called Chapter 7: “H5N1: Avian Flu and Not a Glimmer of Proof” and exposed the foundational fraud behind the attempts to convince the public that there was a deadly new influenza “virus”. We suspected the narrative would be used again which is why we featured it on the cover of the 2021 edition. Sure enough, in 2023 the ‘bird flu’ was being used once more as the excuse to carry out the mass culling of poultry as I covered that year in “Taking Away Your Chickens”.

References

1.    Virus Mania, 3rd English Edition, 2021

2.    “Taking Away Your Chickens”, Dr Sam Bailey, 11 Feb 2023

3.    “Why I Switched to Raw Milk For Good“, Dr Sam Bailey, 6 May 2022 (with video here.)

4.    Christine Massey’s official invitation to the meeting.

5.    “Don’t fall for the “avian influenza virus” hoax!”, Christine Massey, 8 Apr 2024

6.    Christine Massey’s Substack

7.    “Gain of Function Gaslighting”, Dr Sam Bailey, 30 Jun 2021

8.    “Roundtable on HPAI A(H5N1)”, Theresa Tam, et al., 9 May 2024

9.    The Great Taking, David Rogers Webb, 2023  

 

The basis of insincerity is the idealized image we hold of ourselves and wish to impose on others. ~ July 1932, The Diary Of Anaïs Nin, Volume One (1931-1934)

To lie, of course, is to engender insanity. ~ August 1932 Henry and June

When others asked the truth of me, I was convinced it was not the truth they wanted, but an illusion they could bear to live with. ~ November, 1933

There is no reason that I of all people should know more about the inconsistencies in the officially sanctioned narrative than any thinking person curious person.

Yet, they said it would stop deaths ...

... it didn't stop deaths.

Then they said it would stop illness ...

... it didn't stop illness.

They also said it would stop infections ...

... it didn't stop infections.

They then assured us that it was safe ...

... it wasn't safe.

You ridiculed "conspiracy theorists" for 4+ years, me among them. But, as more "conspiracy theories" come true, there's a point you need to accept how stupid you appear for accepting demonstrative lies, stop pretending you're enlightened, and start listening to those who dared to peer behind the wizard's curtain to see what manner of manipulators have fabricated the deceptions.

Anyone who still believes what the government, Dr. Fauci, Dr. Tam, the W.H.O., the pharmacy industry and the legacy media have told us is either wilfully ignorant, a complete imbecile, or is a member of a demonic cult!

Jer 17:5 Thus says the LORD: "Cursed is the man who trusts in man And makes flesh his strength, Whose heart departs from the LORD.”

Ps 118:8 “It is better to trust in the LORD Than to put confidence in man.”

Ps 146:3 “Do not put your trust in princes, Nor in a son of man, in whom there is no help.”