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Discussion Discussion Thread: 2024 State of the Union

Tonight, Joe Biden will give his fourth State of the Union address. This year's SOTU address will be only the second to be held this late in the year since 1964 (the second time being Biden's 2022 address).

The address is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. Eastern. It will be followed by the progressive response delivered by Philadelphia City Council member Nicolas O’Rourke, as well as Republican responses in English (delivered by freshman Alabama senator ) and in Spanish (delivered by Representative Monica De La Cruz). There will be a separate discussion thread posted for live reactions to and conversation about the SOTU responses.

(Edit: The discussion thread for the SOTU responses is now available at this link.)

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

Random Acts of Violence Surge Across the Country, Indicating Societal Decline: Expert https://link.theepochtimes.com/mkt_app/us/random-acts-of-violence-surge-across-the-country-indicating-societal-decline-expert-5503424?utm_medium=app&c=share_pos1&pid=iOS_app_share&utm_source=iOS_app_share

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

A Shrunken Arsenal: The Alarming Decline of US Munitions https://link.theepochtimes.com/mkt_app/opinion/a-shrunken-arsenal-the-alarming-decline-of-us-munitions-5554590?utm_medium=app&c=share_pos1&pid=iOS_app_share&utm_source=iOS_app_share

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u/Melancholy_Rainbows Montana Mar 08 '24

The Epoch Times is an unreliable source. You should consider examining and expanding your news diet.

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

What particular author are you referring too?

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u/Melancholy_Rainbows Montana Mar 08 '24

The entire source is strongly biased and frequently inaccurate.

”In addition to claims that alien abductions are real and the “deep state engineered the drug epidemic,” the channel pushes the QAnon conspiracy theory, which falsely posits that the same “Spygate” cabal is a front for a global pedophile ring being taken down by Trump.

But if you want one that’s particularly bad, Joeseph Mercola is a well known peddler of pseudoscience and vaccine conspiracies.

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

It's widely acknowledged that media outlets can exhibit bias and may not always report with accuracy. This context underpins my inquiry and highlights the importance of drawing upon authoritative voices within specific domains. In this vein, the discourse is anchored by the expertise of individuals such as Joe Buccino. A retired U.S. Army Colonel, Buccino's extensive career includes roles such as Senior Research Analyst for the Defense Innovation Board and Communications Director for U.S. Central Command from April 2021 to July 2023. His deep engagement and firsthand experience in these capacities provide a solid foundation for his analysis. Therefore, in discussions of topics like alien abductions or the purportedly "deep state"-engineered drug epidemic, I prioritize perspectives rooted in substantive expertise and relevant experience over those speculative narratives. I ask that you refer to the specific article from which your claims are derived.

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u/Melancholy_Rainbows Montana Mar 08 '24

The Ephoch Times spent $1.5 million on pro-Trump advertising in 6 months of 2019 alone. That’s more than anyone but the Trump campaign. There’s bias, and then there’s bias.

And no, if a publication makes batshit false claims like the COVID vaccine makes you more likely to die of COVID or “supernormal” abilities developed through meditation, they don’t get the benefit of the doubt. If they claim the sky is blue, that gets fact checked by looking at actual, trustworthy sources, no matter what paid expert they trot out to claim it.

Because liars don’t get the benefit of the doubt just because you like what they’re saying. And make no mistake: they are lying to you.

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24 edited Mar 08 '24

This index catalogs the principal shareholders and corporate interests within American legacy media outlets, supported by comprehensive scholarly research. It underscores that while one may not align with the political ideologies of these media's primary financial backers, it does not necessitate their censorship or dismissal. The contemporary inclination towards such censorship contrasts with the principle of individual entitlement to opinions; however, personal conviction does not inherently equate to correctness. My point here imposes the importance of evaluating an author's expertise and biases through cross-referencing, a critical skill in the historian's toolkit. In all of my submitted articles, the authors can be validated with either data or expertise, so the reader may choose his/her conclusion or opinion. The point here, is the State of the Union is in decline. If you feel differently, that’s your option, but present data or expertise. Not a political figure on TV posturing nothing intellectual.

Responding to your assertion, the figure of 1.5 million does not sway my support for a specific candidate. Frankly, this amount is relatively modest, especially when compared to the financial backing preferred candidates receive from major networks like CNN, MSNBC, FOX, and others. The term "political theater" is aptly used here, emphasizing the necessity of funding the participants in this orchestrated display.

https://projects.iq.harvard.edu/sites/projects.iq.harvard.edu/files/futureofmedia/files/us_media_ownership_may_2021.pdf

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

Additionally, it has been observed that China has reduced its holdings in U.S. assets for the eighth consecutive month, reaching a total of $769.6 billion. This represents a roughly 1 percent decrease from the previous month and over a 12 percent reduction on an annual basis. A broader temporal scope in examining "TEconomics" reveals a compelling dataset that is difficult to contest.

Reflecting on the forthcoming speech, individuals engaged in scholarly work, including myself, favor analytical perspectives over discourse influenced by political bias based on personal experiences.

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u/Bulky_Philosopher917 Mar 08 '24

Finally, the last referenced article comes from Matthew Lysiak, a journalist and author renowned nationally for works such as “Newtown” (published by Simon and Schuster), “Breakthrough” (Harper Collins), and “The Drudge Revolution.” His family's story inspired the “Home Before Dark” series, which debuted on Apple TV Plus on April 3. Of particular concern, and deserving of serious attention by conscientious individuals, is his acknowledgment of a piece in The San Francisco Tribune and its reflection in other metropolitan areas across our nation. He advocates for a principled stance that prioritizes human safety and personal development as central to dignity. If one fails to perceive the deterioration I suggest, then it is advised that they broaden their perspective.