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Signalgate and the Movement Mindset: When Loyalty Replaces Reality

Richard Martin April 22, 2025 No Comments

In the wake of the Signalgate affair, the loyalty of figures like Pete Hegseth reveals a deeper truth about the current White House: it operates not as a traditional government, but as a movement. This dynamic prioritizes belief over performance, where mistakes are seen as proof of engagement rather than failure. In this environment, truth becomes a strategic tool, and loyalty is measured by emotional resonance with the leader. Discover how this movement mindset reshapes governance and the implications for those who dare to diverge from the collective narrative.

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Trump the Revolutionary: Strategic Disruption as Political Insurgency

Richard Martin April 12, 2025 No Comments

Much ink has been spilled describing Donald Trump as a disruptor, but this label fails to capture the depth of transformation he represents. Trump is not merely disrupting the system; he seeks to replace it. Surrounded by a cadre of fellow revolutionaries, he aims to delegitimize the current political order, invoking existential urgency rather than procedural correction. This is not about restoring the republic; it is about redefining it. Understanding Trump as a revolutionary clarifies the stakes: we are witnessing the construction of an entirely different political order, executed from within. Will we recognize the revolution before it is complete?

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The Mask and the Mirror: Trump, Strategic Persona, and the Warfare of Worldviews

Richard Martin April 12, 2025 No Comments

What if the personas we see in public are merely performances? Richard Martin explores this provocative question in “The Mask and the Mirror,” examining the dissonance between Donald Trump’s public chaos and private charisma. Drawing parallels with historical figures like Stalin and Hitler, he reveals how charm can mask true intent, leading to a dangerous form of warfare: epistemic capture masquerading as empathy. This insightful analysis challenges readers to discern the symbolic order at play and recognize the strategic methods behind seemingly rational discourse. Discover how empathy without discernment can undermine the sovereignty of one’s own worldview.

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From Factory Floor to National Mythos: Deindustrialization, Elite Overproduction, and the Epistemic Roots of the Trumpian Insurgency

Richard Martin April 7, 2025 No Comments

At first glance, the rise of Trumpism appears paradoxical. How could the most powerful country in the world come to see itself as the victim of a rigged global system? The answer lies in distinguishing material power from narrative legitimacy. Trump’s “America First” is not isolationism, but a revolt from the centre—a rejection of the liberal, technocratic, globalist worldview. This insurgency, fueled by perceived deindustrialization and elite overproduction, reshapes national meaning, transforming economic dislocation into a broader crisis of meaning. Discover how this new American myth redefines identity and sovereignty in a rapidly changing world.

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Ideological Branding and Media Markets: Contrasting the U.S. and Canadian News Ecosystems

Richard Martin November 10, 2024 No Comments

The 2024 U.S. presidential election highlights striking differences between U.S. and Canadian media markets. In the U.S., a vast and segmented market drives high levels of ideological branding, creating a polarized media landscape. In contrast, Canada’s smaller market encourages broader, more balanced news content. Discover how market size, economic incentives, and neutral platforms shape perceptions and public discourse in both countries.

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GUERRE ÉPISTÉMOLOGIQUE

Richard Martin July 14, 2022 No Comments

es puissances et des forces hostiles se livrent sans relâche à des opérations d’information pour saper le moral, la résilience et la détermination des nations occidentales et de leurs populations. La sensibilisation du public à cette menace et à ses effets s’est accrue depuis l’invasion de l’Ukraine le 24 février 2022, mais l’accent est mis sur la Russie, laissant d’autres acteurs étatiques et parrainés par l’État opérer relativement sans entrave sous le radar du public, des politiciens et des entreprises. D’autre part, cette prise de conscience est floue, limitée et non spécifique. Les individus et les organisations comprennent mal les intentions hostiles, les stratégies, les approches opérationnelles et les techniques, tactiques et procédures spécifiques utilisées pour atteindre des objectifs hostiles.

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Disinformation and Active Measures in the Fight for Peace, Security, and Prosperity

Richard Martin July 13, 2022 1 Comment

The West is engaged in an information war. Our youth are vulnerable to cynical and nihilistic ideas about the world. This erodes their resolve and resilience in the face of withering attacks that seek to undermine their ability to apply the cardinal virtues of judgment, justice, courage, and moderation.

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Ukraine Situation Report: 1100 07 MAR 22

Richard Martin March 7, 2022 No Comments

Here is my assessment of the information front. I’d appreciate you commenting to get alternative viewpoints or amplification.

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