Originally published at: https://peakprosperity.com/daily-digest/joe-biden-has-terminal-cancer-japans-financial-situation-worse-than-greeces/
Health
President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer, which has metastasized to the bone. Despite his previous annual checkups, a urologist, Dr. Shusterman, has suggested that Biden might have known about his condition for years, given the nature of the cancer. Biden’s health has drawn bipartisan support, with political figures from both sides expressing well wishes. A hospice nurse has predicted that Biden might not survive beyond six months due to the severity of his condition. However, Dr. Alan Tan from Vanderbilt University Medical Center noted that while aggressive, this type of prostate cancer is common and manageable if hormone-sensitive, offering hope for effective management through treatment options like hormone therapy.
US Politics
House Republicans have reportedly managed to push through President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” after weekend negotiations, overcoming initial opposition within their ranks. The bill, which aims to make Trump’s 2017 tax cuts permanent and reform Medicaid, now heads to the House floor for a vote.
Meanwhile, FBI agents involved in the January 6 investigations are seeking a court order to destroy a list of their names, fearing retribution from a “shame” campaign threatened by Ed Martin, the newly appointed weaponization czar. However, some within the GOP argue that transparency is necessary to prevent government overreach and ensure accountability.
In other news, Guy Edward Bartkus, reportedly a member of an anti-natalist cult, bombed a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, reflecting extreme views against procreation. However, a post from @ProLifeAdvocate on X criticized the act, stating, “This is not about politics or religion; it’s about the sanctity of life. No ideology justifies violence against innocent people.”
Canadian Politics
In British Columbia, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has ordered the culling of 400 ostriches at a farm in Edgewood following an avian flu outbreak. Despite only 40 birds succumbing to the virus, with the rest reportedly developing immunity, the CFIA’s decision has led to public scrutiny. Some critics have suggested that the decision might be influenced by corporate interests, particularly from pharmaceutical companies, due to the ostriches’ potential to produce antibodies useful in medical treatments. However, the CFIA has defended its decision, stating that it is based on established protocols to prevent the spread of avian flu, emphasizing that public health must come first.
Economy
Japan’s Prime Minister has stated that the nation’s financial situation is worse than Greece’s, indicating a deepening crisis in one of the world’s largest economies. However, financial analysts have noted that Japan’s unique economic structure, particularly its ability to finance its debt domestically, might allow for a different outcome compared to Greece’s acute debt crisis.
The generational theory discussed by Neil Howe on the “Rabbit Hole” podcast provides insight into how different generations might respond to crises. Gen Xers, feeling the system might collapse, have reportedly adopted survivalist strategies, while Millennials are seen as more collective in their approach, potentially influencing environmental policies and responses to climate change. However, an opinion piece in The Guardian critiques the generational theory, arguing that it oversimplifies complex socio-economic issues, suggesting that while generational attitudes play a role, broader systemic factors like policy decisions and global economic trends are equally, if not more, influential.
The Great Depression, often linked to the 1929 stock market crash, was reportedly exacerbated by a broader financial system collapse. The banking system, which funneled reserves into major financial centers, played a significant role. When the stock market crashed, it reportedly led to a domino effect of bank failures due to the interconnected nature of the banking system. However, some economic historians argue that while the crash was a significant event, it was the subsequent banking failures and the lack of liquidity that truly deepened the Great Depression.
European Politics
Amidst an economic crisis, several European countries are reportedly reinstating drafts, which some analysts suggest could be a preparation for potential conflict with Russia. Financial analyst Martin Armstrong has opined that this move might be driven by Europe’s dire economic straits, suggesting that war could be seen as a desperate measure to stave off economic collapse. He also notes a growing sentiment in the U.S. to exit NATO, potentially to avoid entanglement in Europe’s economic and political issues. However, a former NATO official has criticized the idea of withdrawing from NATO, arguing that such a move would destabilize global security and could lead to increased aggression from Russia.
Geopolitics
Documents reportedly discovered by Israel’s military suggest that Hamas launched its October 7, 2023, attack to derail peace negotiations between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Yahya Sinwar, Hamas’s Gaza chief, allegedly feared that normalization would marginalize the Palestinian cause. The attack, while successful in halting talks, has led to significant Palestinian casualties and has reportedly complicated Saudi-Israeli relations. Arab intelligence officials have confirmed the authenticity of these documents, suggesting that Hamas was indeed concerned about the progress of U.S.-brokered talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
Sources
Canada’s Ostrich Cull: A Cover-Up for Big Pharma’s Profits?
“Why the rush to destroy animals that might be holding keys to groundbreaking treatments? Why no interest in studying them further?”
Source | Submitted by bcoop
The Great Depression: Beyond the Stock Market Crash
Stocks didn’t create the Great Depression. They may have been the spark which lit the fuse that ultimately led to the monetary calamity.
Source | Submitted by rhollenb
Europe’s Desperate Gamble: Drafts Reinstated Amidst Economic Crisis, Aiming for War with Russia
“They want war. Their economy is collapsing.”
Source | Submitted by pinecarr
Navigating the Fourth Turning: Generational Responses to Crisis and Change
Gen Xers felt that the only way they could survive is by taking their life rafts and sailing in different directions because the whole thing was going to sink.
Source | Submitted by rhollenb
Hamas Launched Oct. 7 Attack to Thwart Israel-Saudi Peace Deal, Documents Show
“Hamas Wanted to Torpedo Israel-Saudi Deal With Oct. 7 Attacks, Documents Reveal”
Source (Paywalled) | Submitted by BonnieB2A
President Joe Biden Diagnosed with Aggressive Prostate Cancer
“Last week, President Joe Biden was seen for a new finding of a prostate nodule after experiencing increasing urinary symptoms,” his personal office said in a statement.
Source | Submitted by BonnieB2A
Anti-Natalist Cult Member Bombs Fertility Clinic in Palm Springs
The bomber of the Palm Springs fertility clinic was a Democrat named Guy Edward Bartkus, a member of an anti-natalist cult who believes that it’s wrong to have more children.
Source | Submitted by Chris Martenson
FBI Agents Seek Court Order to Destroy List Amid ‘Shame’ Campaign Threat
“And in a culture that respects shame, they should be people that are ashamed. And that’s a fact.”
Source | Submitted by bcoop
Japan’s Financial Crisis: Prime Minister Declares Situation Worse Than Greece
Prime Minster of Japan says his nation’s financial situation is now worse than Greece.
Hospice Nurse Predicts Biden’s Death Within Six Months
“I think it will be closer to 3 months. No more than 6 though.”
House Republicans Push Through Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” After Weekend Negotiations
“House Republicans Advance Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” After Weekend Of Negotiations”
Dr. Shusterman Suggests Biden Knew of Prostate Cancer for Years Despite Annual Checkups
It’s very unlikely that someone could get annual checkups and not notice.
In addition to sources submitted by community members, the following were also used in the creation of this report: Arab Intelligence Officials, Bloomberg, Bloomberg Japan, CFIA, Dr. Alan Tan, Former NATO official, The Conservative Treehouse, The Guardian, and @ProLifeAdvocate.
