Oct 11, 2022·edited Oct 12, 2022Liked by Greg Olear
Every generation has a satan. Sometimes two, but it takes a Stalin to make a Hitler. It takes a Putin to make a Trump. Conversely, every generation has a Zelenskyy.
Oct 11, 2022·edited Oct 11, 2022Liked by Greg Olear
We are looking at the death of institutions. We are looking at people whose doom has been sealed.
Putin is being deposed. Ukraine is regaining its pre-2014 borders. Trump is going to jail. The Islamic Republic is being replaced.
Lots of noise and shouting, plenty of Sturm und Drang, and all of it is sound and fury, signifying nothing. We are seeing live-action drama of doomed institutions as they die. Their death is certain, and all that remains is for us to witness the weeping and gnashing of teeth as the outcome nears.
I have stopped reading articles about Trump. He’s a goner. I have stopped reading articles about Putin, including any story on the sham referenda. It’s all lies, as Greg says. And he’s a goner as well. The new story is the early stages of the certain overthrow of Iran’s repressive “Islamic Republic.”
Somewhere in our future we will also see the disintegration of the Chinese Federation of nations, and the disintegration and reformation of the system of capitalism containing “owners” that usurp workers. Billionaire “Owners” of companies is an outdated concept that will be abolished.
So, next on the list after the Russian Federation’s break-up and the Iranian Social Revolution + whatever catches fire in other Middle Eastern nations:
The Chinese Social Revolution and disintegration of its Communist Party, and the Transformation of Capitalism.
This hits hard. I'm aware of all the things Putin has done and tries to do, but reading the actual words that he has spoken takes it to a new level of pain, terror and disgrace for Humanity. And every person that has been perpetuating his words and ideas (looking at you Ron Johnson, Tucker Carlson, Rand Paul etc...) has turned their back on the USA even as they scream that they are Patriots. Disgusting.
Wow, what a history lesson. Two thoughts (well more, but my brain can’t handle such an onslaught): the West’s most infamous oligarch, Rupert Murdoch, is not mentioned. I know he likes to be the power behind every throne, but he needs the spotlight shined on his ugly arse at every opportunity. Is he not a major “Goebbels imitator” with his paw prints on every evil deed in the West for 60-70 years, likely longer. The Mark Burnett reference rang true with me as he is likely one who knows where the Trump bodies are buried, besides Ivana, that is. Lastly, I seem to vaguely remember, a 60 Minutes show from the 90’s about Russia asking for help from the US for securing their nukes. Later I read that Tom Delay and some turds in Congress (there were plenty back then) refused and were vocal in their haughty contempt for the spot Russia was in. Did I dream all that, maybe, but chump was not the only viper in the republican parade of evil.
'Twas a delight to receive your latest -- and always brilliantly crafted -- missive. I can't help but note that its focus was spot-on in sync with this week's zeitgeist, as reflected in the planetary patterns studied by mundane astrologers. They alerted us to be on the lookout for those offering a sobering reality check on others who are likely spinning tall tales and twisted reinventions of the past...and here you are doing just that by calling out Putin's delusional speech, as in "He then spun a ridiculous revisionist history..." Thanks for another great read.
The devil *is* a liar, alright. Tough to stomach but thanks for the presentation
Put this one in the Hall of Fame. Bavo.
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Every generation has a satan. Sometimes two, but it takes a Stalin to make a Hitler. It takes a Putin to make a Trump. Conversely, every generation has a Zelenskyy.
We are looking at the death of institutions. We are looking at people whose doom has been sealed.
Putin is being deposed. Ukraine is regaining its pre-2014 borders. Trump is going to jail. The Islamic Republic is being replaced.
Lots of noise and shouting, plenty of Sturm und Drang, and all of it is sound and fury, signifying nothing. We are seeing live-action drama of doomed institutions as they die. Their death is certain, and all that remains is for us to witness the weeping and gnashing of teeth as the outcome nears.
I have stopped reading articles about Trump. He’s a goner. I have stopped reading articles about Putin, including any story on the sham referenda. It’s all lies, as Greg says. And he’s a goner as well. The new story is the early stages of the certain overthrow of Iran’s repressive “Islamic Republic.”
Somewhere in our future we will also see the disintegration of the Chinese Federation of nations, and the disintegration and reformation of the system of capitalism containing “owners” that usurp workers. Billionaire “Owners” of companies is an outdated concept that will be abolished.
So, next on the list after the Russian Federation’s break-up and the Iranian Social Revolution + whatever catches fire in other Middle Eastern nations:
The Chinese Social Revolution and disintegration of its Communist Party, and the Transformation of Capitalism.
Stay tuned. 🍿🍿🍿🍿
"lipstick on a suckling pig destined for the slaughterhouse"
This knocked the wind out of me. Haven't even finished the piece.
But whatabout.....Iraq? Lord, how I hate what Bush-Cheney wrought.
Phew! Dayum Greg. That was an opus.
This hits hard. I'm aware of all the things Putin has done and tries to do, but reading the actual words that he has spoken takes it to a new level of pain, terror and disgrace for Humanity. And every person that has been perpetuating his words and ideas (looking at you Ron Johnson, Tucker Carlson, Rand Paul etc...) has turned their back on the USA even as they scream that they are Patriots. Disgusting.
"Putin fluffer"
I prefer Puffer
Like in a bottom feeding sucker fish
I wish some enterprising and honest journalist would write an excellent fact check piece like this every time tfg opens his lying mouth.
"Don't let the Botox fool you"...
You're killing me Greg!
Wow, what a history lesson. Two thoughts (well more, but my brain can’t handle such an onslaught): the West’s most infamous oligarch, Rupert Murdoch, is not mentioned. I know he likes to be the power behind every throne, but he needs the spotlight shined on his ugly arse at every opportunity. Is he not a major “Goebbels imitator” with his paw prints on every evil deed in the West for 60-70 years, likely longer. The Mark Burnett reference rang true with me as he is likely one who knows where the Trump bodies are buried, besides Ivana, that is. Lastly, I seem to vaguely remember, a 60 Minutes show from the 90’s about Russia asking for help from the US for securing their nukes. Later I read that Tom Delay and some turds in Congress (there were plenty back then) refused and were vocal in their haughty contempt for the spot Russia was in. Did I dream all that, maybe, but chump was not the only viper in the republican parade of evil.
'Twas a delight to receive your latest -- and always brilliantly crafted -- missive. I can't help but note that its focus was spot-on in sync with this week's zeitgeist, as reflected in the planetary patterns studied by mundane astrologers. They alerted us to be on the lookout for those offering a sobering reality check on others who are likely spinning tall tales and twisted reinventions of the past...and here you are doing just that by calling out Putin's delusional speech, as in "He then spun a ridiculous revisionist history..." Thanks for another great read.