RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Corporatism vs. socialism: an awful dichotomy, like Odysseus having to choose between having his ships destroyed by rocks if he steered them a bit too far north, and being sucked in by a whirlpool if they went a bit too far south.Innovations at large social scales -- and I daresay I helped a bit with that myself -- have often been a great economic boon for mankind. Innovations in contract law, property law, financial markets, and related areas have, after maturation, often turned ...

RT DogeDesigner (@cb_doge)Javier Milei on Censorship in UK 🇬🇧"Since the socialists came to power, they have been jailing people for posting on social media, and the journalists here would like that too, because they don't like that they have lost the monopoly of the microphone and the ability to use that tool to extort and smear, to defame without any cause. Social media makes them accountable, and they don't like it. Now the people are doing it organically because they realized many of them are criminals." ...

Core Points - The Trump administration is engaging in a significant shift towards federal ownership in private companies, particularly in sectors deemed critical for national security, such as semiconductors and defense [2][3][4] - The administration's strategy includes acquiring equity stakes in various companies, which raises concerns about government influence on corporate decision-making and market dynamics [5][14][19] Group 1: Government Interventions - The administration has engineered deals to acquire stakes in companies like xLight, MP Materials, Intel, and others, indicating a trend towards partial nationalization [2][5][10] - A notable deal includes the government taking a 10% equity stake in Intel, making it the largest shareholder, which could influence the company's operations and strategic decisions [5][10][19] - The administration's actions are seen as a move towards "state capitalism," where the government directly influences corporate behavior under the guise of enhancing domestic capacity [4][5][27] Group 2: Economic Implications - The government's involvement in private companies may distort corporate decision-making, as seen with Intel's response to pressure from the administration regarding its operations [14][19] - The acquisition of stakes in companies could create an uneven playing field, disadvantaging smaller firms and startups that do not receive government backing [16][19] - The administration's approach may lead to inefficiencies and complacency in companies that are partially state-owned, reminiscent of past government enterprises [20][21] Group 3: Legislative and Political Context - The establishment of a U.S. sovereign wealth fund (SWF) was proposed, but critics argue that the U.S. does not need such a fund given its existing capital markets and significant national debt [7][8][11] - Congressional Republicans have largely remained passive in response to these developments, despite traditionally opposing such government interventions [2][35][36] - The potential for future Democratic administrations to leverage these government equity stakes for progressive agendas raises concerns about the long-term implications of current policies [37][38]

RT Maggie (@maggiemoda)Capitalism, not socialism, is the reason Scandinavian countries are so prosperous. https://t.co/GDxNEmP0qX ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Corporatism vs. socialism: an awful dichotomy, like Odysseus having to choose between having his ships destroyed by rocks if he steered them a bit too far north, and being sucked in by a whirlpool if they went a bit too far south.Innovations at large social scales -- and I daresay I helped a bit with that myself -- have often been a great economic boon for mankind. Innovations in contract law, property law, financial markets, and related areas have, after maturation, often turned ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Corporatism vs. socialism: an awful dichotomy, like Odysseus having to choose between having his ships destroyed by rocks if he steered them a bit too far north, and being sucked in by a whirlpool if they went a bit too far south.Innovations at large social scales -- and I daresay I helped a bit with that myself -- have often been a great economic boon for mankind. Innovations in contract law, property law, financial markets, and related areas have, after maturation, often turned ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Corporatism vs. socialism: an awful dichotomy, like Odysseus having to choose between having his ships destroyed by rocks if he steered them a bit too far north, and being sucked in by a whirlpool if they went a bit too far south.Innovations at large social scales -- and I daresay I helped a bit with that myself -- have often been a great economic boon for mankind. Innovations in contract law, property law, financial markets, and related areas have, after maturation, often turned ...

RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)Corporatism vs. socialism: an awful dichotomy, like Odysseus having to choose between having his ships destroyed by rocks if he steered them a bit too far north, and being sucked in by a whirlpool if they went a bit too far south.Innovations at large social scales -- and I daresay I helped a bit with that myself -- have often been a great economic boon for mankind. Innovations in contract law, property law, financial markets, and related areas have, after maturation, often turned ...

Core Viewpoint - The discussion highlights the challenges faced by the Democratic Party regarding affordability issues and the influence of far-left ideologies on their policies, particularly in urban areas like New York City and Seattle, where socialist leaders have been elected [1][3][2]. Group 1: Economic Policies and Inflation - The Biden administration has reportedly reduced inflation from 5% to around 3% since taking office, which is seen as a positive move for the economy [1]. - The shutdown of the Keystone XL pipeline is cited as a significant factor that contributed to rising inflation during Biden's presidency, contrasting with the energy independence achieved during Trump's term [1]. Group 2: Political Landscape and Socialism - The rise of socialist leaders in major cities is viewed as a potential problem for the Democratic Party, indicating a shift towards far-left ideologies that may alienate moderate voters [3][2]. - The educational system's role in shaping perceptions of socialism and communism is discussed, suggesting that a lack of understanding of historical failures of these ideologies may contribute to their appeal among younger voters [1][3]. Group 3: Bipartisan Dialogue - The importance of open dialogue between liberals and conservatives is emphasized, with a call for more rational discussions to bridge ideological divides [6][7]. - The conversation between Lara Trump and Bill Maher is highlighted as an example of constructive engagement, suggesting that such interactions could foster better understanding across political lines [8][9].

First, tensions continue rapidly escalating with Venezuela and anxious leftists in Cuba and Nicaragua who rely on Venezuelan oil are starting to shake a little in their jack boots. Joining me now is Florida Congresswoman Maria Elva Salazar. She's member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee.Great to see you, Congresswoman. Thanks so much for being here. So the US has just designated the Maduro regime essentially because of their association with this group a foreign terrorist organization.That that is big ...