Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted pedophile, claimed in audio recordings obtained by the Daily Beast that he was close to Donald Trump and knowledgeable about his sexual proclivities. Epstein, who called himself Trump’s “closest friend,” alleged that the first time Trump slept with his now-wife Melania was on Epstein’s plane. The recordings were made by author Michael Wolff in 2017 while he was researching his book Fire and Fury. Epstein also described Trump as a charming, fun individual, but claimed he routinely deceived his friends and their wives. The Trump campaign has dismissed these recordings as “false smears” and “election interference.”
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Why are Democrats tarred as elites when the world’s richest man funds Trump? The answer isn’t as simplistic as one might believe. It delves deep into propaganda, media influence, and ingrained societal biases that have clouded the perception of what it truly means to be an elite.
Let’s dissect this issue by starting with the fact that Republicans have strategically painted Democrats as elitists, making buzzwords out of academia, scientists, scholars, and intelligentsia. The underlying motive behind this narrative is to cater to the intellectually insecure, turning higher education and critical thinking into threats to the status quo. When right-wing personalities rail against “elites,” they’re not targeting the ultra-wealthy; instead, they’re aiming at educated and cultured individuals who understand the complexities of the world.… Continue reading
As news broke about a woman admitting to running a US brothel network that catered to politicians and executives, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of déjà vu. It seems like every decade, a scandal like this comes to light, revealing the seedy underbelly of the elite and powerful. The comments section is awash with calls to legalize prostitution, taking inspiration from the late, great George Carlin’s iconic quote: “Selling is legal, fucking is legal. Why isn’t selling fucking legal?”
But beyond the calls for legalization, the real issue lies in the unequal treatment of those involved. The woman behind the operation faces the prospect of 25 years in prison, while the high-profile clients who frequented her services remain shielded from public scrutiny.… Continue reading
J.D. Vance’s recent blunder of leaving his Venmo account public has undoubtedly shed light on his close connections with the very elites he claims to rally against. As a Republican US senator and a prominent figure in the political landscape, one would expect better judgment in terms of privacy settings, especially for someone who prides himself on being tech-savvy. The exposure of Vance’s Venmo friends list, which includes prominent names from the Heritage Foundation, media personalities, and tech executives, raises eyebrows and begs the question: how genuine is his anti-elite stance?
The irony of Vance’s public Venmo account lies in the contrast between his rhetoric of being a champion for the working class and his cozy relationships with elites and influential figures.… Continue reading
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