I was working with William Polk, the former diplomat and scholar who served on President John F. Kennedy’s Crisis Management Committee during the Cuban Missile Crisis and as such had a front row seat to the events that almost took us to nuclear war with the Soviet Union, on a work of historical fiction predicted on this very subject.
An assassin’s bullet prevented that.
If we somehow survive the coming years, I may complete this project.
In honor and memory of my good friend William Polk.
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Our assessment was that Kennedy and Khrushchev would have ended the Cold War, nipped the nuclear arms race in the bud, prevented escalation in Vietnam, halted the US military industrial complex in its tracks, and transformed the United Nations into the multipolar institution of world peace it was intended to be.
An assassin’s bullet prevented that.
If we somehow survive the coming years, I may complete this project.
In honor and memory of my good friend William Polk.
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DONALD TRUMP SHOWED A LOT OF CLASS TONIGHT, BRINGING ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR OUT ON STAGE TONIGHT TO THE LYRICS OF “HERO”.
Bobby Kennedy deserved this, especially after the way the Democrats treated him.
Bobby Kennedy is a genuine American hero.
We don’t agree on everything (Israel), but his positions on free speech, stopping the war in Ukraine, and improving the health of Americans are worthy of admiration and emulation.
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Bobby Kennedy deserved this, especially after the way the Democrats treated him.
Bobby Kennedy is a genuine American hero.
We don’t agree on everything (Israel), but his positions on free speech, stopping the war in Ukraine, and improving the health of Americans are worthy of admiration and emulation.
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I’VE BEEN VERY VOCAL ABOUT MY CRITICISM OF ROBERT F. KENNEDY JR AND HIS SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL.
I also think he’s a hell of a nice, decent human being.
With a wonderful sense of humor.
Bobby builds bridges.
I will cherish this photo with Bobby forever.
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But I’m also a huge fan of his position on stopping nuclear war, ending the conflict in Ukraine, defending free speech and promoting a healthier America.
I also think he’s a hell of a nice, decent human being.
With a wonderful sense of humor.
To fix the many problems that America faces today, we need people who build bridges that unite us, not walls that divide.
Bobby builds bridges.
I will cherish this photo with Bobby forever.
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BECAUSE I’M IN FAVOR OF PREVENTING A NUCLEAR WAR.
I support free speech.
And a healthy America.
I stopped supporting RFKJr because of his stance on Israel.
He’s no longer a candidate.
It’s time to build bridges where one can.
To save America.
But that doesn’t mean I’ve abandoned Palestine and Gaza.
I can walk and chew gum at the same time.
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I support free speech.
And a healthy America.
I stopped supporting RFKJr because of his stance on Israel.
He’s no longer a candidate.
It’s time to build bridges where one can.
To save America.
But that doesn’t mean I’ve abandoned Palestine and Gaza.
I can walk and chew gum at the same time.
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I would like to self-publish a book about my campaign to better relations between the US and Russia, discussing in detail my two trips, my planned third trip, and the US government’s efforts to criminalize this conduct.
It would be hard cover, illustrated by glossy color photos taken on the trips.
The proposed title is “Waging Peace: One American’s Journey to Improve Relations with Russia, and the US Government’s Efforts to Stop Him.”
I would like to ask you to take a few minutes of your time and answer the question below⬇️
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It would be hard cover, illustrated by glossy color photos taken on the trips.
The proposed title is “Waging Peace: One American’s Journey to Improve Relations with Russia, and the US Government’s Efforts to Stop Him.”
I would like to ask you to take a few minutes of your time and answer the question below
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So, a new book. The proposed title is "Waging Peace: One American's Journey to Improve Relations with Russia, and the U.S. Government's Efforts to Stop Him."
It would sell for between $80-100.
It would sell for between $80-100.
Anonymous Poll
9%
I’m not interested in buying a copy
46%
I might be interested in buying a copy but not at that price
27%
I would be very interested in buying a copy
18%
I’d need to know more about the book
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UKRAINE IS THREATENING TO STRIKE MOSCOW AND SAINT PETERSBURG AS A MEANS OF COMPELLING RUSSIA TO THE NEGOTIATING TABLE
The Avangard can be launched from a variety of missile platforms.
It cannot be intercepted.
The conventional warhead impacts its target at more than 27 times the speed of sound, creating the equivalent of more than 21 tons of high explosives prior to the actual warhead detonating.
And if NATO facilitates such a strike, don’t be surprised when the Avangard arrives on European soil.
Just pray it’s only a conventional warhead.
There is no quicker way for the US and Europe to commit collective suicide than facilitate the insane actions of a madman.
Zelensky is a threat to the entire world.
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Russia has the Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle, which can carry either a nuclear or conventional warhead.
The Avangard can be launched from a variety of missile platforms.
It cannot be intercepted.
The conventional warhead impacts its target at more than 27 times the speed of sound, creating the equivalent of more than 21 tons of high explosives prior to the actual warhead detonating.
If Ukraine decides to strike Russia’s two largest cities, don’t be surprised when there is no Ukraine as a result.
And if NATO facilitates such a strike, don’t be surprised when the Avangard arrives on European soil.
Just pray it’s only a conventional warhead.
There is no quicker way for the US and Europe to commit collective suicide than facilitate the insane actions of a madman.
Zelensky is a threat to the entire world.
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IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFIED
The US government is the largest disseminator of disinformation in America.
And the First Amendment empowers we, the people, to openly challenge these lies.
Letting the government define “disinformation” is like letting the Fox guard the Chickens.
We are at an inflection point in the development of our Constitutional Republic.
Either we have free speech, or we don’t.
This man must never get near the White House.
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There is no “misinformation” or “disinformation” exception to the First Amendment.
The US government is the largest disseminator of disinformation in America.
And the First Amendment empowers we, the people, to openly challenge these lies.
Letting the government define “disinformation” is like letting the Fox guard the Chickens.
We are at an inflection point in the development of our Constitutional Republic.
Either we have free speech, or we don’t.
This man must never get near the White House.
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FREE SPEECH IS THE MOST DEFINING PRINCIPLE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
There is so much that is fundamentally wrong about this country.
Limit free speech, and you kill the dream.
Welcome to the nightmare.
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There is so much that is fundamentally wrong about this country.
And free speech is the only thing that gives me hope we the people might be able to fix that which ails us.
Limit free speech, and you kill the dream.
Welcome to the nightmare.
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IMMEDIATELY DISQUALIFIED There is no “misinformation” or “disinformation” exception to the First Amendment. The US government is the largest disseminator of disinformation in America. And the First Amendment empowers we, the people, to openly challenge…
TIM WALZ WANTS TO BE VICE PRESIDENT
He wants to limit—i.e., criminalize—free speech.
He wants to serve under Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor who openly brags about ruining people’s lives with the stroke of a pen.
All Americans must come together to stop them from getting to the White House.
Or else they will be coming for us all.
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He wants to limit—i.e., criminalize—free speech.
He wants to serve under Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor who openly brags about ruining people’s lives with the stroke of a pen.
All Americans must come together to stop them from getting to the White House.
Or else they will be coming for us all.
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ASK THE INSPECTOR EP.187 Highlight
▫️ The Global Implications of the FBI Raid
In light of the expanding global campaign to stop political discourse, this raid represent the example of more to come! There can be no freedom without free speech.
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▫️ The Global Implications of the FBI Raid
In light of the expanding global campaign to stop political discourse, this raid represent the example of more to come! There can be no freedom without free speech.
You can submit your questions via voice or text message: https://ScottRitter.com
See the FULL EPISODE HERE
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HOW FAR WILL IRAN GO IN STRIKING ISRAEL? RUSSIA PREPARES FOR A SHOWDOWN WITH NATO?
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HOW FAR WILL IRAN GO IN STRIKING ISRAEL? RUSSIA PREPARES FOR A SHOWDOWN WITH NATO?
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NETANYAHU’S DANGEROUS GAMBIT
Today, caught between domestic pressures that threaten to end his political legacy and external security threats that present an existential threat to Israel, Netanyahu has turned to the US to provide a foil that he sees as being able to resolve these problems in ways that further his political viability.
That’s a dangerous gambit.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is the ultimate political survivor.
Today, caught between domestic pressures that threaten to end his political legacy and external security threats that present an existential threat to Israel, Netanyahu has turned to the US to provide a foil that he sees as being able to resolve these problems in ways that further his political viability.
That’s a dangerous gambit.
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ASK THE INSPECTOR EP. 188
Special Guest this episode: Indpendent Journalist Richard Medhurst.
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Live Stream Scheduled for August 27, 2024 at 3:00pm ET
Special Guest this episode: Indpendent Journalist Richard Medhurst.
You can submit your questions via voice or text message: https://ScottRitter.com
You can also call live, 🇺🇸 +1(520) 525-8359
Watch on ScottRitter.com, Odysee, Locals, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Rumble, Twitch, Telegram, VK
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RUSSIA DESTROYS UKRAINE'S KURSK OFFENSIVE, NATO COLLAPSE IS NEXT
Interview for Danny Haiphong
Topics discussed:
▫️Kursk;
▫️The FBI and information manipulation;
▫️NATO's invasion of Russia and Russia's response.
The book the government doesn't want you to read.
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Interview for Danny Haiphong
Topics discussed:
▫️Kursk;
▫️The FBI and information manipulation;
▫️NATO's invasion of Russia and Russia's response.
The book the government doesn't want you to read.
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US AND MSM ARE ALIEN TO TRUTH ON UKRAINE
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US AND MSM ARE ALIEN TO TRUTH ON UKRAINE
Interview for Judging Freedom
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SCOTT RITTER SHOW EP. 85
He spent a decade living in the US and Ukraine and his book, titled “Ukraine: A Warning to the World” challenges mainstream narratives by revealing truths obscured by manipulations driven by cross-cutting interests.
#podcast #geopolitics #Ukraine #US #Russia #NATO #worldpolitics #book #author #news #analysis
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On episode 85 of the show we are joined by Thierry Laurent Pellet, a French geopolitical analyst and entrepreneur.
He spent a decade living in the US and Ukraine and his book, titled “Ukraine: A Warning to the World” challenges mainstream narratives by revealing truths obscured by manipulations driven by cross-cutting interests.
#podcast #geopolitics #Ukraine #US #Russia #NATO #worldpolitics #book #author #news #analysis
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LIKE MANY AMERICANS, I HAVE EUROPEAN ROOTS
Through a combination of personal circumstances (my father was stationed in Germany, where I graduated from High School) and professional opportunities, I have had the opportunity to travel extensively throughout Europe over the years.
My family vacations likewise were Euro-centric. The wonders of London, Paris, Rome and other centers of European history and culture beckoned to us, and we were more than happy to answer the call.
I likewise have had the opportunity to travel to both Canada, Australia and New Zealand on several occasions. Like the United States, these nations have Anglo-European roots which bind us linguistically and culturally, with shared principles and values that emphasize individual freedoms and liberties.
The ongoing prosecution of American citizens for the “crime” of exercising their right of free speech, when combined with the arrests of Richard Medhurst and Sarah Wilkinson in the UK, the prosecution of Mary Kostakidis in Australia, the ongoing extradition of Kim Dotcom in New Zealand, the arrest of Pavel Durov in France, and the ongoing efforts in Canada to pass legislation that criminalizes free speech, makes clear that these one-time bastions of freedom and democracy are no more.
London and Paris are no longer destinations that are attractive to me.
With few exceptions this holds true for all of Europe. The same holds true for Ottawa, Sydney, or Auckland.
On reflection, however, I am not as sad as I might have thought I would be.
I have travelled to Russia, and in doing so learned that there is a wonderland of experiences that await to be discovered there.
China beckons, as does all of Asia. So, too, does Africa and South America.
In short, there is an entire world out there awaiting to be discovered.
I have learned that, when traveling, one must adjust to the norms and values of the places and people being visited.
Free speech is not embraced by much of the world with the same intensity as it is in the US, where it serves as the ultimate tool of the citizenry to hold accountable those whom the elect to represent them in higher office. Free speech is at the very heart of the political system of America. The same holds true to those nations with which we share a common language, history, and culture.
The ongoing assault on free speech has alienated me from these places.
They are truly foreign to me know, and my disappointment in their dark transformation has lessoned the appeal these lands once possessed in terms desired destinations for vacationing.
Farewell, Europe.
Hello, World!
#freespeech #censorship #freethought #humanrights #democracy #authoritarianism #fascism
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My relatives arrived on America’s shores from Germany and the British Isles.
Through a combination of personal circumstances (my father was stationed in Germany, where I graduated from High School) and professional opportunities, I have had the opportunity to travel extensively throughout Europe over the years.
My family vacations likewise were Euro-centric. The wonders of London, Paris, Rome and other centers of European history and culture beckoned to us, and we were more than happy to answer the call.
I likewise have had the opportunity to travel to both Canada, Australia and New Zealand on several occasions. Like the United States, these nations have Anglo-European roots which bind us linguistically and culturally, with shared principles and values that emphasize individual freedoms and liberties.
Today these principles and values have been turned on themselves, with freedom—especially free speech—being replaced by oppression by governments that more closely resemble fascist autocracies than representative democracies.
The ongoing prosecution of American citizens for the “crime” of exercising their right of free speech, when combined with the arrests of Richard Medhurst and Sarah Wilkinson in the UK, the prosecution of Mary Kostakidis in Australia, the ongoing extradition of Kim Dotcom in New Zealand, the arrest of Pavel Durov in France, and the ongoing efforts in Canada to pass legislation that criminalizes free speech, makes clear that these one-time bastions of freedom and democracy are no more.
London and Paris are no longer destinations that are attractive to me.
With few exceptions this holds true for all of Europe. The same holds true for Ottawa, Sydney, or Auckland.
On reflection, however, I am not as sad as I might have thought I would be.
I have travelled to Russia, and in doing so learned that there is a wonderland of experiences that await to be discovered there.
China beckons, as does all of Asia. So, too, does Africa and South America.
In short, there is an entire world out there awaiting to be discovered.
I have learned that, when traveling, one must adjust to the norms and values of the places and people being visited.
Free speech is not embraced by much of the world with the same intensity as it is in the US, where it serves as the ultimate tool of the citizenry to hold accountable those whom the elect to represent them in higher office. Free speech is at the very heart of the political system of America. The same holds true to those nations with which we share a common language, history, and culture.
The ongoing assault on free speech has alienated me from these places.
They are truly foreign to me know, and my disappointment in their dark transformation has lessoned the appeal these lands once possessed in terms desired destinations for vacationing.
I will, instead, choose the rest of the world, visiting lands which may not share my culture and culturally-derived values, but which have remained true to their own cultures and values.
Farewell, Europe.
Hello, World!
#freespeech #censorship #freethought #humanrights #democracy #authoritarianism #fascism
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I HAD TWO UNCLES THAT SERVED
One went across Normandy on D-plus-6, liberated France, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and finished the war in Czechoslovakia with Patton’s 3rd Army.
The other was commissioned in the Marines, and stormed ashore Iwo Jima. Afterwards his unit underwent training for the invasion of Japan.
Both survived.
Hundreds of thousands of other Americans did not.
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One went across Normandy on D-plus-6, liberated France, fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and finished the war in Czechoslovakia with Patton’s 3rd Army.
The other was commissioned in the Marines, and stormed ashore Iwo Jima. Afterwards his unit underwent training for the invasion of Japan.
Both survived.
Hundreds of thousands of other Americans did not.
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