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David Kloak's avatar

Thank you, Chris.

Your substack resonates deeply and addresses the heart of our cultural conflicts. Trump has a disdain for anyone who shows genuine competence and skill. His prejudice and ignorance are direct reflections of his psychopathy, and, unfortunately, he spreads this toxic psychological hostility to his followers, who are willing to accept and believe his distorted, malignant worldview. It’s alarming how many people are eager to attack those who stand out, excel, or demonstrate knowledge and capability. His warped perspective revolves around an illusion of greatness, masking the truth that he is, at his core, a deeply insecure individual.

Once again, thank you, Chris. You truly make a significant impact.

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helen cook's avatar

This reminds me of the ancient Rome when emperors regaled the population with spectacles of wild animals hunts to the point of their extinction, gladiator fights, chariot races and public executions.

"Emperors leveraged Circus Maximus as a stage to exhibit their affluence and might, staging extravagant events that attracted individuals from all societal levels. These events served to reinforce the emperor’s status and raise their popularity among the populace, further demonstrating the importance of Circus Maximus in the political life of ancient Rome." From An Illustrated History of

The Roman Empire. We are the new Roman Empire and we know how that ended.

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helen cook's avatar

This comment was in response to the WH planning a WWE event to celebrate the 250th birthday of the US

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