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Hardly anyone talks of the table of virtues and vices anymore — which includes the Seven Deadly Sins — but in reviewing them, we find that they nicely sum up the foundation of bourgeois ethics, and provide a solid moral critique of the modern state.……….we do need to observe that vices and virtues — and our conception of what constitutes proper behavior and culture generally — have a strong bearing on the rise and decline of freedom.

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Das Schweigen zur Sprengung von Nord Stream 2

Von Markus C. Kerber • Warum schweigt die Bundesregierung über ihr Mitwissen zu den Sprengstoffanschlägen gegen Nord Stream 2? Wenn die deutsche Justiz diesen Fall und seine Hintermänner nicht aufklärt, würde Deutschland zu einem Narrenschiff.

Während der ukrainische Präsident beim letzten EU-Rat in Zypern vollmundig einen vorgezogenen ……………………

https://www.achgut.com/artikel/_das_schweigen_zur_sprengung_von_nord-stream_2

 

Essay: Gunnar Heinsohns bekanntester Schüler

Von Christoph Kramer • Daniel Stelter gilt als einer der einflussreichsten Wirtschaftsexperten Deutschlands. Er vertritt die revolutionäre Wirtschaftstheorie der Eigentumsökonomik, die der 2023 verstorbene Ökonom und Achgut-Autor Gunnar Heinsohn maßgeblich mitentwickelt hat. Jetzt erschien Stelters neues Buch „Absturz“.

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https://www.achgut.com/artikel/essay_gunnar_heinsohns_bekanntester_schueler

 

Putin droht Trump am Telefon und warnt die USA vor „verheerenden Folgen“

Stand: 04.05.2026,

Der Kreml warnt vor einer Wiederaufnahme der Kämpfe gegen den Iran trotz Waffenruhe. Putin nennt vor allem eine Bodenoffensive „gefährlich und inakzeptabel“.

Der Kreml hat am Mittwoch vor „verheerenden Folgen“ gewarnt, sollte der Kampf gegen den Iran ……………………….

https://www.merkur.de/politik/iran-krieg-mit-verheerenden-folgen-putin-droht-trump-wegen-zr-94285628.html

 

Russische „Öl-Vulkane“ und die Ökokatastrophe am Schwarzen Meer

Von Georg Etscheit • Der Ukrainekrieg richtet auch zahlreiche ökologische Verheerungen an, aber selbst umweltbewegte Medien berichten sehr selektiv, je nachdem welche Seite dafür verantwortlich ist.

Wochenlang sorgte sich die deutsche Öffentlichkeit um einen Wal, der an der deutschen Ostseeküste ………………………

https://www.achgut.com/artikel/russische_oel_vulkane_und_die_oekokatastrophe_am_schwarzen_meer

 

Operation Project Freedom… Scamming the War Powers Act

3 May 2026 by Larry C. Johnson

Unless TACO Trump is bluffing, the US appears poised to unleash a new series of attacks on Iran using the Strait of Hormuz as an excuse. On Sunday afternoon, Donald Trump President Donald Trump posted …………………

https://sonar21.com/operation-project-freedom-scamming-the-war-powers-act/

 

Mali: a New Front in the Western War on Multipolarism

Strategic Culture May 4, 2026

The firm defense of Mali this week indicates that Western intrigue will fail.

An audacious coup attempt against the government in the West African state of Mali appears to have been thwarted by the Malian Armed Forces, supported by their Russian allies.

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/mali-a-new-front-in-the-western-war-on-multipolarism/

 

Umstrittener Podcast: „Habe mich getraut, Höcke einzuladen“

Malte Arnsperger Sascha Adamek Sonntag, 03.05.2026, 12:24

Der Rechtsextremist Höcke darf sich im Podcast „ungeskriptet“ als Privatmensch präsentieren, als „vierfachen Familienvater, ehemaligen Vertrauenslehrer und liebenden Ehemann.“ Dafür hagelt es jetzt Kritik von Politikern.

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https://www.focus.de/politik/deutschland/umstrittener-podcast-ich-habe-mich-getraut-hoecke-einzuladen_89fea1a3-000d-4261-bf2c-bdf35eb5fbc5.html?

 

Die CDU im Personaldilemma: Wird es nach Friedrich Merz Hendrik Wüst?

Von Klaus-Rüdiger Mai Mo, 4. Mai 2026

Lars Klingbeil und Bärbel Bas greifen in ihren Reden zum 1. Mai den Bundeskanzler an. Inzwischen wird für die Union die Frage eines Nachfolgers für Friedrich Merz, der seine Regierung nicht im Griff hat, immer dringender. Auffällig ist: Die Grünen trommeln gerade für ihren CDU-Mann Hendrik Wüst, ihren ……………………

https://www.tichyseinblick.de/meinungen/cdu-personaldilemma-merz-wuest/

 

Contrived Wars and No Peace

By Karen Kwiatkowski May 4, 2026

The Iran war, like every US war, is a banker’s war. Smedley Butler knew.

“Negotiating” with real estate con-men and private equity bros is an obvious indicator. Another is Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s public and unrestrained strategy to kill trade, hyper-inflate Iranian ……………………..

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/karen-kwiatkowski/contrived-wars-and-no-peace/

 

Apostates, Heretics, and Traitors: Our Government in Three Words.

By Andrew Wallace May 4, 2026

Apostates, Heretics, and Traitors are three words that accurately and completely describe most of our Government Bureaucrats. The result is therefore mostly a Criminal Enterprise, not a Constitutional Republic.

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/andrew-wallace/apostates-heretics-and-traitors-our-government-in-three-words/

 

The U.S. Empire’s Motivations in the Ukraine War

By Eric Zuesse Eric’s Substack May 4, 2026

Ukrainians were lured into wanting EU membership in 2013, and this goal led to the EuroMaidan demonstrations in Kiev that produced the overthrow of Ukraine’s democratically elected President ………………………

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/the-u-s-empires-motivations-in-the-ukraine-war/

 

The Spanish-US Spat Could Lead To NATO’s Unraveling

By Andrew Korybko Andrew Korybko’s Newsletter May 4, 2026

It’s manageable for now, but if it becomes a protracted problem and the US locates its bases from Spain to “Major Non-NATO Ally” Morocco, then the US and the EU might find themselves backing opposite …………………………

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/the-spanish-us-spat-could-lead-to-natos-unraveling/

 

The Fuel Protests in Ireland: Their Lights and Shadows

04/29/2026 Sergio Fernández Redondo

Europe is experiencing a significant escalation in the price of fuel as a result of the ongoing conflict in Iran, prompting notable discontentment and unrest among the population. This sentiment has reached a tipping point in Ireland, where numerous protests have been taking place for the past week. Farmers and hauliers have been blockading main arteries in big cities and also the only oil refinery in the country, ………………………..

https://mises.org/mises-wire/fuel-protests-ireland-their-lights-and-shadows?

 

Nach Assad-Sturz: Mehr als 1,6 Millionen Syrer zurückgekehrt – doch nur wenige aus Deutschland

Stand: 03.05.2026, Bettina Menzel

Während Hunderttausende Geflüchtete aus Nachbarländern nach Syrien zurückkehren, sind es aus Deutschland nur wenige. Das steckt dahinter.

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https://www.merkur.de/politik/63-millionen-syrer-zurueckgekehrt-wenige-aus-deutschland-zr-94289526.html

 

Martin Armstrong Interview: Gold and the Stock Market Will Rise Together

Posted May 3, 2026 by Martin Armstrong

https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/armstrong-in-the-media/interview-gold-and-the-stock-market-will-rise-together/?

 

Alberta Separatism Is Rising Because Ottawa Destroyed Canada’s Economic Balance

Posted May 4, 2026 by Martin Armstrong |

I have warned for years that Alberta would eventually reach a breaking point with Ottawa because the federal government has systematically undermined the very industries that support Canada’s economy. Now we are seeing separatist tensions escalating to a new level after Elections Alberta secured a court ………………………

https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/canada/alberta-separatism-is-rising-because-ottawa-destroyed-canadas-economic-balance/?

 

Belgien stoppt Atomausstieg: Rückbau angehalten

Von Holger Douglas Do, 30. April 2026

In Europa kehrt die Energiepolitik von Symbolik zur Physik zurück. Was Deutschland nicht schaffen soll, macht Belgien und stoppt den Rückbau der AKWs, weil der Staat erkennt, dass (Kern-)Kraftwerke wichtige strategische Infrastruktur sind.

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https://www.tichyseinblick.de/kolumnen/lichtblicke-kolumnen/belgien-kernkraftwerke/#google_vignette

 

Die 3 Disziplinen des Kanzlers: Wirtschaftlicher Niedergang, außenpolitische Isolierung, militärische Gefährdung

Von Klaus-Rüdiger Mai Sa, 2. Mai 2026

Salzwedel, Sinnbild von Friedrich Merzens Großmannssucht, seiner Unfähigkeit zur Analyse und seinem fehlendem Gespür für Alles. Merz ist Pizza ohne Alles. Er kommt zu spät und belehrt, realitätsfern, von oben herab. Merz ist der erfolgreichste Wahlkämpfer der AfD. Merz ist nur noch Belastung. Für seine ………………………..

https://www.tichyseinblick.de/meinungen/disziplinen-kanzler-niedergang-isolierung-gefaehrdung/#google_vignette

 

Das erste Jahr war das Letzte

Von Wolfgang Herles Sa, 2. Mai 2026

Kompromisse, die nur ein anderes Wort für Blockade sind, sind nicht einmal faule Kompromisse. Sie täuschen Regierungstätigkeit vor, wo nur noch „Niedergang verwaltet“ wird. Längst ist die Debatte ………………………..

https://www.tichyseinblick.de/kolumnen/herles-faellt-auf/das-erste-jahr-war-das-letzte/

 

The Tragedy of Socialized Fertility

04/30/2026 Michael S. Milano

In centrally planned economies, administration does not confine itself to markets; it reaches into the most intimate aspects of life. When provisioning is socialized, fertility ceases to be private, and population becomes a variable to forecast and regulate. Reproductive incentives are altered, strategies are reshaped, ……………………..

https://mises.org/mises-wire/tragedy-socialized-fertility?

 

USAID Funded Aid Programs Abroad, But Mainly Was a Jobs Program for Progressives

04/30/2026 William L. Anderson

Although the original DOGE program by all measures failed to cut government spending in any significant way, its influence was strongly felt by one agency: the US Agency for International Development (USAID). The Donald Trump administration slashed the agency’s budget and laid off most ……………………

https://mises.org/mises-wire/usaid-funded-aid-programs-abroad-mainly-was-jobs-program-progressives?

 

Das ist neu: Klingbeils offene Verachtung der Wähler

29.04.2026

Der Finanzminister wurde gefragt, wer in Deutschland alles Staatsgeld bekommt. Seine Antwort löst Erstaunen aus. Nennen wir ihn jetzt König Lars I.? Eine Kolumne von Jan Fleischhauer

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https://www.focusplus.de/politik/schwarze-kanal-klingbeils-verachtung-waehler-12341?

 

The UAE Power Play

By Pepe Escobar Strategic Culture May 2, 2026

After OPEC and OPEC+, the UAE may leave the Arab League and even the GCC.

So MbZ – the sole owner of the UAE – decided to quit OPEC and OPEC+.

Epstein Syndicate minions are billing it as a sophisticated New Energy Order play.

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/the-uae-power-play/

 

Are Putin and United Russia in Decline?

By Paul Craig Roberts PaulCraigRoberts.org May 2, 2026

Gilbert Doctorow and John Helmer are two observers of Russia who often do not agree.  But in the past day or two both have raised the same question.  Doctorow asks if Putin is on the ropes in the forthcoming ………………………

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/paul-craig-roberts/are-putin-and-united-russia-in-decline/

 

The Problem With Eternal Vigilance

By George F. Smith May 2, 2026

Politics in all its variants, particularly the politics of political parties, is the archenemy of freedom, prosperity, and peace. Yet wherever one looks, more government is invoked as the solution. — Is Anarcho-Capitalism Viable, Antony P. Mueller

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/george-f-smith/the-problem-with-eternal-vigilance/

 

Against All Enemies, Foreign and Domestic

A country unwilling to defend itself is a country that will not live.

By J.B. Shurk American Thinker May 2, 2026

If a country cannot defend itself from external attacks and will not defend its own internal culture, then ………………………..

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/against-all-enemies-foreign-and-domestic/

 

The War That May Start Without a Missile: Inside the U.S. Realization That China Is Already a Military Equal

Milan Adams Alternative April 30, 2026

The South China Sea — scattered reefs, shipping lanes, and artificial islands now hosting runways and radar.

In Washington this year, a senior U.S. Marine Corps general stood in front of an audience of defense ……………………….

https://preppgroup.home.blog/2026/04/30/the-war-that-may-start-without-a-missile-inside-the-u-s-realization-that-china-is-already-a-military-equal/

 

Oil Will Stay High, the Fed Blew It

SchiffGold.com May 2, 2026

Last week, Peter joined Mark on Resource Talks to walk through how higher energy pricescentral-bank policy, and market psychology are shaping the next few years. He argues oil is likely to remain elevated even if a war ends, warns that inflation is driven by monetary responses rather than commodity shocks …………………….

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/oil-will-stay-high-the-fed-blew-it/

 

We Are Living in the Fourth American Republic

By Ryan McMaken Mises.org May 2, 2026

There is a certain subspecies of conservatives in which the members seem impervious to the abundant evidence all around us that the constitution of the “founding fathers” is a dead letter and the American republic created in the late eighteenth century is now a relic of the past. One can identify this type of ……………………….

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/ryan-mcmaken/we-are-living-in-the-fourth-american-republic/

 

Merz-Dämmerung

The Chancellor has no clothes.

eugyppius, 1.5.2026

Merz has always been just some loser. He’s a third-rate talentless politician and in this much like his predecessor, Olaf Scholz. Both are mere caricatures, what happens when you mimeograph overmuch the ……………………..

https://www.eugyppius.com

 

Schaulaufen gruppenbezogener Rechtschaffenheit

Von Fabian Nicolay • Mit Leuchtwesten, Trillerpfeifen, massenvorgefertigten Wink-Elementen und eingeübter Empörungslyrik an einer rituellen Gesinnungswaschung teilzunehmen: Das ist der 1. Mai fürs linksgesteuerte Wohlstandsproletariat.

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https://www.achgut.com/artikel/schaulaufen_gruppenbezogener_rechtschaffenheit

 

Trump Moves Closer to Final ‚Blowout‘ Hail-Mary Against Iran, as Outlets Report Total US Regional Wipeout

Simplicius May 02, 2026

It seems each passing day begins with some new revelations of the true scale of Iran’s damage against US in the brief conflict. This is natural, of course, given that the immediate M.O. is to always downplay any losses for the “invincible” US military machine. It’s scary to think what we’ll learn as time passes, …………………………..

https://simplicius76.substack.com/p/trump-moves-closer-to-final-blowout?

 

To War or Not To War… That is the Question

1 May 2026 by Larry C. Johnson

Donald Trump must have stayed at a Holiday Inn last night because when he departed the White House on Friday to head to Florida to give a speech at The Villages, geriatric community known for Sexually Transmitted Diseases, he thought he was a lawyer. Friday, May 1st, marked the day that he is required by the War Powers Act to seek Congressional approval to continue the war in Iran. But Trump, thinking like …………………….

https://sonar21.com/to-war-or-not-to-war-that-is-the-question/

 

China Attacked Meta, So Cut All Tech Links

by Gordon G. Chang May 1, 2026

The Chinese regime’s protection of its AI businesses raises the issue of what America must now do to protect its tech. There are two things. First, America should mirror China’s actions….

Xi Jinping is determined to keep Chinese technology in China. America should be at least equally determined to keep American technology in America. Therefore, if Americans cannot buy Chinese AI ……………………

https://www.gatestoneinstitute.org/22487/china-attacked-meta

 

Iran Plays Tough With Trump

By John J. Mearsheimer John’s Substack May 1, 2026

On 28 April 2026, I was on “Judging Freedom” talking with the Judge about Iran, paying special attention to how Russia is now committed to making sure Iran prevails against the US and Israel.

We spoke about Iran’s latest 3-phase proposal for ending the war, which is anathema to the Trump ……………………..

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/iran-plays-tough-with-trump/

 

Is Russia Really ‚Too Soft‘ in Enforcing Its Red Lines?

By Drago Bosnic InfoBrics May 1, 2026

If Russia were to directly respond to NATO provocations, this would only reunite the military block. It would also come at a time when the relations between the United States and the EU are at an unprecedented historical low, with the Trump administration openly threatening to leave NATO. Why …………………..

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/is-russia-really-too-soft-in-enforcing-its-red-lines/

 

Donald Trump Acknowledges the Limitations of Jacksonianism

By Thierry Meyssan Voltairenet.org May 1, 2026

Events are unfolding badly. Just as President Trump launches his Kuturkampf against the Catholic Church to reaffirm the Anglo-Saxon, rather than Aztec, character of his country, he suffers a major setback with Iran. He has to acknowledge that his approach to business dealings cannot replace ………………………

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/thierry-meyssan/donald-trump-acknowledges-the-limitations-of-jacksonianism/

 

Another Big, Beautiful Hoax

Putting the Ass in Assassination Donald JeffriesApr 29, 2026

A few nights ago, there was a third attempt on the life of President Donald Trump. Well, at least that’s what was reported. Even more so than on the first two occasions, there was an unmistakable theatrical aspect to it. Bad theater. Ed Wood style theater. Think Reefer Madness. Think nuclear activated dinosaurs crushing big cities.

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https://donaldjeffries.substack.com/p/another-big-beautiful-hoax

 

Former Fauci Advisor Charged With Covid Conspiracy. Is Fauci Next?

By Paul Dragu The New American May 1, 2026

The Justice Department (DOJ) is charging a former high-ranking health official and advisor to Anthony Fauci with conspiring against the U.S. during the Covid era. The indictment of David Morens is triggering ………….

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/former-fauci-advisor-charged-with-covid-conspiracy-is-fauci-next/

 

FISA 2.0: Trump Regime Wants Continuity of Government To Spy on the US Population

By Timothy Alexander Guzman Silent Crow News May 1, 2026

Timothy Alexander Guzman, Global Research -“Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety,” that was a quote from

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https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/no_author/fisa-2-0-trump-regime-wants-continuity-of-government-to-spy-on-the-us-population/

 

Vance Reportedly Questions Pentagon’s Rosy Assessment of Iran War

By Tyler Durden Zero Hedge May 1, 2026

Vice President JD Vance is reportedly questioning assessments from the Department of War about the effectiveness of the US military campaign against Iran.

According to two senior White House officials cited by The Atlantic, Vance has expressed skepticism ………………….

https://www.lewrockwell.com/2026/05/tyler-durden/vance-reportedly-questions-pentagons-rosy-assessment-of-iran-war/

 

The Battle for Oil, Deadly “Macroeconomic Medicine,” The Dangers of Nuclear War, “The War on Terrorism”

Michel Chossudovsky Apr 30, 2026

Our first Speaker wears many hats. He is an economist from the University of Ottawa who has published ………………..

https://michelchossudovsky.substack.com/p/video-battle-oil-macroeconomic-medicines-nuclear-war-war-terrorism?

 

The Bogus Blockade Claim of the US Department of War

30 April 2026 by Larry C. Johnson

Pete Hegseth is lying about the US blockade of Iranian ports. On April 12, after JD Vance announced that ……………..

https://sonar21.com/the-bogus-blockade-claim-of-the-us-department-of-war/

 

HEALTHY Life Expectancy in the UK Declined by 2 Years in Past Decade

Posted May 1, 2026 by Martin Armstrong |

A study from the UK has revealed that people may be living longer on paper, but they’re more likely to spend their final years in poor health. Healthy life expectancy plummeted to roughly 60–61 years despite overall life expectancy hovering around 81. In practical terms, this means that a large portion of the population is now living a decade or more in declining health before even reaching retirement.

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https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/international-news/disease/healthy-life-expectancy-in-the-uk-declined-by-2-years-in-past-decade/?

 

War On Iran: – Trump To Decide On Three Options

The stalemate in the war on Iran continues. The Strait of Hormuz is (mostly) still closed. The U.S. blockade of Iran related sea traffic, though leaky, is still in force.

Iran is evaluating the war as being far from over:

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https://www.moonofalabama.org/2026/04/war-on-iran-trump-to-decide-on-three-options.html

 

Merz kann nicht Kanzler, doch kann die Union den Kanzlersturz?

Von Klaus-Rüdiger Mai Do, 30. April 2026

Merz zieht die CDU in den Abgrund, Klingbeil regiert durch ihn hindurch, und die Partei merkt langsam, dass sie mit diesem Kanzler nicht nur Umfragen verliert, sondern ihre eigene Zukunft verspielt. Für eine Minderheitsregierung fehlt Merz das Format. Bliebe der Kanzlersturz. Kann die Union das?

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https://www.tichyseinblick.de/meinungen/merz-kann-nicht-kanzler/

 

If Science Is a Public Good, Let China Pay for It

04/28/2026 Thiago V. S. Coelho

Representative Zoe Lofgren says Trump’s proposed 2027 budget “will stymie American science and innovation and hand over our competitiveness to our adversaries.” The Association of American …………………………

https://mises.org/mises-wire/if-science-public-good-let-china-pay-it?

 

The Case Against the “Free Bankers”

04/29/2026 Joseph Solis-Mullen

With regard to the long-running debate between Rothbardians and modern free bankers, most prominently Lawrence White and George Selgin, the question is less a matter of technical disagreements than one regarding fundamentally divergent conceptions of money, law, and the nature of banking itself. …………………….

https://mises.org/mises-wire/case-against-free-bankers?

 

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