Originally published at: Helmet Cams and FBI Errors, a Roundup of News and Doublespeak – Peak Prosperity
According to a YouTube video released by the Machiavellians, the pervasive influence of doublespeak continues to shape public discourse, distorting reality and manipulating perceptions. William Lutz’s definition of doublespeak as language that misleads and obscures truth is evident in various forms, including euphemisms, jargon, gobbledygook, and inflated language. This manipulation of language reframes events and alters perceptions, as seen in political rhetoric that justifies controversial actions. George Orwell’s warnings about the degradation of language and its impact on thought remain relevant, with examples like the US State Department’s euphemistic terminology and NASA’s rebranding of coffins. The insidious nature of doublespeak underscores the importance of clear communication for a healthy society.
Related to the Trump assassination attempt, newly released helmet cam footage from officers responding to the rooftop provides additional details about the incident. The footage shows officers breaching a perimeter fence and reaching the building quickly, highlighting their rapid response. Key details include the presence of a ladder, a Swiss Gear backpack, and the shooter’s use of a DPMS AR-15 with various attachments. The footage also reveals discrepancies in the number of shell casings found, raising questions about the initial reports. The video ends with officers discussing the water tower and counter sniper positions, inviting viewers to watch the full footage for a comprehensive analysis. In another report, FBI Director Chris Wray’s testimony during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the failed Trump assassination plot contained an alleged error regarding the recovery of shell casings, raising concerns about the accuracy of his statements.
In a related development, Thomas Crooks, a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, PA, who allegedly attempted to assassinate Donald Trump, may have had a social media presence on Gab. Gab CEO Andrew Torba revealed that law enforcement requested information about an account linked to Crooks, which posted in support of President Joe Biden. The FBI confirmed Crooks had researched both Trump and Biden before the incident, but personal information about him remains scarce and contradictory. The verification of the Gab account could provide insight into Crooks’ political motives, though comprehensive details may take years to emerge.
Meanwhile, President Joe Biden’s recent speech from the Oval Office has sparked discussions about his mental state. Observers noted a disturbing expression and garbled voice, suggesting significant stress. Despite this, many Democrats and media outlets continue to portray Biden as mentally sharp, shifting their support to Kamala Harris.
In the agricultural sector, a Federal Court ruling has been welcomed by farmers, affirming that the common weedkiller Roundup cannot be proven to cause cancer. Justice Michael Lee’s decision, based on the balance of probabilities, found insufficient evidence linking glyphosate, Roundup’s active ingredient, to non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Agricultural groups and Bayer, which acquired Roundup’s producer Monsanto, praised the ruling as a reinforcement of the herbicide’s safety. The decision supports the continued use of glyphosate in food production, a critical tool for farmers in controlling weeds without plowing or tilling the soil.
Lastly, Charles Schwab Corporation faces significant challenges as it transitions from a pioneering discount broker to a more bank-like entity. The company is grappling with substantial unrealized losses from long-term bonds purchased during the low-interest-rate period following COVID-19. These losses, exacerbated by the Federal Reserve’s rate hikes, threaten Schwab’s financial stability. The company’s shrinking deposit base and underperforming brokerage business further strain its health. Despite these challenges, regulatory protections like the SIPC and FDIC ensure customer safety, though shareholders face considerable risks. Diversifying investments across multiple brokers and banks is advisable for those seeking to minimize risk.
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The Insidious Power of Doublespeak: How Language is Twisted to Deceive and Control
Doublespeak is language that pretends to communicate but really doesn’t. It is language that makes the bad seem good, the negative appear positive, the unpleasant appear attractive, or at least tolerable.
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Gab CEO Reveals Possible Account of Trump Shooter, Claims Pro-Biden Posts
“We are disclosing this information at significant personal and business risk. If the past is any guide, defying the D.C. consensus by publishing the first definitive evidence that the shooter was a Biden supporter – something Democrats and their media allies have tried to cover up and deny at every turn – has a high probability of resulting in significant political and media backlash.”
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Biden’s ‘1000 Yard Stare,’ FBI’s Wray Missteps, and Ex-CIA Official’s Dire Trump Prediction
If you watched any of Joe Biden’s disturbing speech from the Oval Office on Wednesday, you could not help but notice the weird expression on his face.
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Farmers Rejoice as Federal Court Clears Roundup of Cancer Link
Justice Michael Lee ruled on July 25 there was not enough evidence to say glyphosate—the active ingredient in Roundup—was capable of causing non-Hodgkin lymphoma in humans.
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New Helmet Cam Footage Sheds Light on Trump Assassination Attempt Response
Today we’re going to be discussing some newly released body cam—or actually, in this case, specifically helmet cam—footage from officers who responded to the rooftop where the shooter in the Trump assassination attempt was located.
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Charles Schwab: The Discount Broker Facing a Banking Crisis
Today, Schwab is more a bank than a brokerage firm.
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