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Joe Kent is a former U.S. Army Special Forces veteran who recently resigned as the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC) in March 2026. His resignation is significant as he became the highest-profile official to leave the administration of President Donald Trump in protest of the war in Iran. Kent resigned on March 17, 2026, stating he could no longer support the ongoing conflict. In a public resignation letter posted on X (formerly Twitter), he made several key assertions: No Imminent Threat: He claimed that Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation". Foreign Influence: He alleged the U.S. was pressured into the war by "Israel and its powerful American lobby". Military Experience: As a veteran of 11 combat tours and a Gold Star husband, he stated he could not support sending a new generation to a "manufactured" war. Here is a video, where Joe Kent is being interviewed live where he discusses his reasons for leaving in detail.

Interesting. I overlooked that. Maybe Krishna follows OF.

He made billions. The cancer appears to have been a long time struggle so he had time to prepare. But it appears he spent his remaining time on work rather than deeper consciousness in preparation for death. Consciousness has always had little value in the world, not just in capitalistic societies. But you can’t take the money with you. It is ultimately all meaningless. From the Bhagadvad Gita, Chapter 2, verse 69: That which is night for all beings, therein the self-controlled is awake. that wherein beings are awake is night for the sage that sees. Or Swami Mukundananda’s translation: “What all beings consider as day is the night of ignorance for the wise, and what all creates see as night is the day for the introspective sage”.

In this video, Professor Jeffrey Sachs discusses the current tensions between the United States and Iran, arguing that the situation is a sign of decadent American hegemony (0:00 - 1:05). Sachs characterizes Donald Trump's recent statements as potentially delusional or confabulated, noting that Trump claimed constructive talks occurred when the Iranians reported none took place (1:11 - 1:55). Key Points Discussed: Trump's Mental State: Sachs suggests that Trump's erratic behavior and lies may stem from underlying pathology or cognitive decline, making the situation unpredictable (1:58 - 3:55). Escalation vs. Diplomacy: Despite talks of a breakthrough, US Marines are moving toward the region, indicating a likely escalation rather than a peaceful resolution (6:18 - 8:05). Lack of Competence: Sachs criticizes the general quality of US governance and foreign policy, describing it as devoid of serious planning, analytical thought, or long-term strategy (11:04 - 15:58). Comparison with China: He contrasts the haphazard US approach with China's highly planned and collaborative governance model (12:00 - 13:20). Subservient Europe: Sachs argues that European leaders are largely failing to act independently, instead following American foreign policy even when it is irrational (19:33 - 22:31). Potential Offramp: Sachs believes the only hope for avoiding a larger war is for other great powers—specifically India, China, and Russia—to unite and force the US to stop its aggressive stance (27:35 - 28:50).

George Galloway claims media isn't reporting true damage to Israel.

He is trying to become the new Alex Jones. He is recycling Jone’s secret society grift. Does he actually teach this stuff to his students instead of giving them real history? An example of real history would be “The History of Rome” podcast by Mike Duncan which was both entertaining and true at the same time.

He is good at Youtube entertainment and makes interesting connections, but a big red flag went up for me when he used that word "illuminati". According to AI overview: "Predictive History" YouTuber: A person named Jiang Xueqin runs a YouTube channel titled "Predictive History" where he styles himself as "Professor Jiang". However, this individual appears to be a high school teacher and commentator rather than a university professor, and he has been criticized for presenting inaccurate, "delusional" content.

This video features a discussion between Judge Andrew Napolitano and Professor Jeffrey Sachs regarding the geopolitical implications of the conflict between the United States and Iran, specifically asking if it marks the end of American hegemony (1:18). Sachs argues that current US actions represent a catastrophic collapse of governance and competence, driven by a war of naked aggression chosen by a small, irrational group surrounding President Trump (7:27-8:30). Key Discussion Points: Delusional Leadership: Sachs asserts that President Trump's claims of successful negotiations are false and delusional, pointing to immediate denials from Iranian officials (4:25-5:00) and bizarre statements about jointly controlling the Strait of Hormuz with the Ayatollah (18:00-19:00). Israeli Aggression: The Netanyahu government is described as a fascist regime aiming for territorial expansion, such as annexing southern Lebanon (6:52-7:15). Economic Consequences: The conflict has caused significant disruption, leading to a collapse in Asian stock markets and soaring energy prices due to the destruction of infrastructure (10:29-10:40, 24:45-25:15). Collapse of Process: Sachs highlights the lack of rational review, deliberation, or Congressional oversight in these foreign policy decisions, contrasting it with the systematic strategic planning he observed in China (13:00-16:00). Call to Action: Sachs urges members of Congress to adhere to the Constitution, reclaim their power to declare war, and act as responsible adults to halt this dangerous trajectory (29:34-30:10).

ya, he sounds like he does interesting analysis in some areas, but I have also heard him mention secret societies and the "illuminati' which raises a big red flag.

All this talk about whether Zionists are good or bad is yet another diversionionary and irrelevant distraction. For the sake of argument lets just assume that they are good. You know what? It is irrelevant. The relevant issue is that under International law and the UN Charter, force can only used used in self-defense against an “armed attack” or an “imminent threat”. Intelligent officials have asserted there is no evidence that Iran posed an imminent threat to the U.S. homeland or its forces prior to the strikes. Legal scholars classify this as a “crime of aggression”. Also, for everyone here, a more important issue is your standard of living is going to be dramatically reduced and you may actually be forced under threat of imprisonment to fight in an illegal war.

According to one game theory analysis, Trump is going to eventually put ground troops in Iran. It seems plausible. Trump is reckless and desperate and Israeli will eventually trick him into it. Iran can’t be defeated by airpower. When this happens, everything changes. The troop numbers will quickly escalate and there will be a draft. This time next year, many on this forum could be fighting and dying in Iran. This generation is going to get an opportunity to see what the Vietnam war was all about and why it changed society forever. I also believe the reason Trump threatened to make Canada a 51st state was to give Canada heads-up that this time they won’t be allowed to accept draft dodgers.

This video features Judge Andrew Napolitano interviewing Professor John Mearsheimer regarding the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. The discussion focuses on how Iranian strategic patience is successfully undermining the impulsive actions of the Trump administration (0:07-1:32). Key Highlights: The Israel Lobby's Influence: Mearsheimer analyzes the 20th anniversary of his book with Stephen Walt, arguing the Israel lobby remains highly influential in driving US foreign policy toward conflict with Iran, despite changing public discourse (2:59-5:09). The War as a Disaster: Mearsheimer calls the war a "disaster" for the US, arguing it serves Israeli interests rather than American ones, and that President Trump was "dragged" into it (8:00-8:50). Strait of Hormuz Deadlock: Despite having a massive naval presence, the US cannot force open the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's asymmetric capabilities hold all the cards, making this a winning strategy for Tehran (20:57-22:30). Russia and China's Gain: The conflict has boomed the Russian economy by keeping oil prices high and diverted US focus away from countering China in East Asia (12:48-14:26, 22:50-23:57). Nuclear Risks: If Iran pursues nuclear weapons following the war, Mearsheimer fears Israel might use its own nuclear weapons as a last resort (25:01-26:00). Cavalier Attitude Toward War: The professor critiques President Trump's casual remarks about the war being "fun," contrasting it with the immense human cost and the destruction of international law (30:26-32:00).

Some interesting facts to ponder on the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the former Supreme Leader of Iran, who was recently killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli military operation on February 28, 2026. While he projected an image of "pious frugality," investigative reports following his death have estimated his personal financial empire to be worth between $100 billion and $200 billion, which would place him among the richest people in the world. Given these facts, wouldn’t this have made the Ayatollah a major stakeholder in the continuation and success of the Western capitialistic system? Why would he or any other wealthy leader in Iran want to destroy the West? When you ponder facts like this, you can start to see that we the public are sold nothing but propaganda by the news media. Behind the scenes, this is just a chess game being played for position by the power brokers. This is why I tend to believe Bolsen that the financial elites have the power to place limits on how far the conflict can go. But I don’t understand the underlying mechanics.

Shahid Bolsen has an interesting take on this: “Regarding current tensions, the speaker asserts that the situation involving Iran's actions "is not going to be allowed to spin out of control" (16:39-16:47).He explains that this is because global capital interests require regional stability, and therefore, there is a controlled "escalation ladder" set by the international financial elite that limits how far conflicts can go (16:49-16:54).” It makes sense to me now why Trump is president. People scratch their head and ponder why such an arrogant fool could be president. But that is precisely why the Zionist billionaires put him in power. Because an arrogant fool can be controlled.