The article compares President Trump’s response to disappointing jobs reports to smashing a bathroom scale in an attempt to obscure weight gain. After revised estimates showed a significant downturn in job growth, Trump responded by attempting to intimidate the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which the author argues is a futile gesture. While this tactic might briefly fool some voters, the author asserts that voters will ultimately rely on their personal economic experiences, rendering manipulated statistics ineffective. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of reliable economic data for market activity, social science, and sound economic policy, suggesting that Trump should instead focus on correcting course.
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John Bolton’s assertion that Trump believes he and Putin are friends highlights a disturbing vulnerability to manipulation. Trump’s apparent inability to discern genuine camaraderie from calculated flattery speaks volumes about his judgment and susceptibility to influence. It suggests a profound lack of self-awareness, a characteristic that allows others to exploit his perceived weaknesses.
This naive belief in a supposed friendship with Putin, a leader known for his ruthlessness and strategic maneuvering, underscores Trump’s susceptibility to charm and praise. The very idea that a transactional relationship, inherently built on self-interest, can be mistaken for genuine friendship reveals a profound disconnect from reality.… Continue reading
Russia has infiltrated AI chatbots around the world, spreading false narratives and propaganda with alarming effectiveness. A significant portion of leading AI chatbots have been observed repeating disinformation originating from sources like the Pravda network, highlighting a worrying trend in the spread of misinformation.
Russia’s influence on AI chatbots isn’t just a matter of occasional errors; it demonstrates a coordinated effort to manipulate global narratives. The sheer volume of false information echoed by these chatbots suggests a deep penetration into their algorithms and data sources. This raises serious concerns about the reliability of information obtained from these increasingly popular tools.
The ability of these AI chatbots to convincingly present fabricated information is especially troubling.… Continue reading
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Matt Underwood