 Psychological warfare has been part of the arsenal of attacks against adversaries since recorded history. The sophistication of methods used has expanded to include psycholinguistics, different psychological theories and artificial intelligence to "predict behavior" and reactions to deliberately inserted disinformation, misinformation, omission of information and outright lies. This is happening at an exponential rate in 2020. Cases in point: the CV-19 Plandemic, the "Black Live Matter" movement scam and the defacement, elimination of statues representing our history-as recounted by the victors...of course. History-or his story-is written and published by those who are part of the power structure or the "winners" at the time. It is often, only upon reflection, that a more complete and possibly a more accurate account of events is finally communicated and/or available to the general public. By knowing and acknowledging the real events, strategies, policies which led or lead to war, destruction, genocide-we tell ourselves we may learn from history so that the negative events of history do not repeat. But do we ever learn? What do we learn? Could it be the nefarious forces who caused all the above suffering, learn even more effective ways to carry out their plans, to cover their "tracks", to upgrade and refine their weapons? Could we be witnessing the re-emergence of forces we considered our enemies decades ago, but who we did not decimate and vanquish entirely? Can we see the same events, steps to battles for control, march on in 2020 to 2030 that were in force in 1920-1930? Let's consider a few of these lessons not learned and therefore doomed to repeat.  Adolf Hitler with Joseph Goebbel's (propaganda minister) and his wife Magda Goebbels, in Germany The National Socialist German Worker's Party-known as the Nazis in English-was a designed political movement relying upon propaganda, protests, parades, constant saturation of all media at the time, manipulation of reporting, reporters and broadcast news, indoctrination of the youth, control of education, employment and health sectors; and of course a take over of the German military and political structure. It did not happen overnight. It also required the complicity or inaction of the majority of their population. There are thousands of articles and books written about the Nazis, the rise of Fascism during that time in Spain, Germany and Italy, but in my post I will cite one individual who was "just doing her job" in Germany and excited to be chosen as the secretary for Hitler's propaganda minister, Joseph Goebbels. Her name was Burnhilde Pomsell and it may surprise you to know she finally died at age 106 years old in January, 2017. When she was interviewed in 2015, she admits she was at the heart of the Nazi propaganda machine, with her tasks including massaging downwards statistics about fallen soldiers, as well as exaggerating the number of rapes of German women by the Red Army, she describes it, somewhat bizarrely, as “just another job”. She continues, after the rise of the Nazi party, “the whole country was as if under a kind of a spell,” she insists. “I could open myself up to the accusations that I wasn’t interested in politics but the truth is, the idealism of youth might easily have led to you having your neck broken.” One of Joseph Goebbel's most famous quotes is the following: “If you tell a lie big enough and keep repeating it, people will eventually come to believe it. The lie can be maintained only for such time as the State can shield the people from the political, economic and/or military consequences of the lie. It thus becomes vitally important for the State to use all of its powers to repress dissent, for the truth is the mortal enemy of the lie, and thus by extension, the truth is the greatest enemy of the State.” www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/joseph-goebbels-on-the-quot-big-lie-quot So she continued with her job even going into the same bunker at the end of the war with Goebbels, his family and Hitler. www.theguardian.com/world/2016/aug/15/brunhilde-pomsel-nazi-joseph-goebbels-propaganda-machine At the age of 105, and having lost her sight, Brunhilde said she was relieved that her days are numbered. “In the little time that’s left to me – and I hope it will be months rather than years – I just cling to the hope that the world doesn’t turn upside down again as it did then, though there have been some ghastly developments, haven’t there? I’m relieved I never had any children that I have to worry about.” The current media, government and corporate push is for "mandatory masking" for medical reasons (unproven to prevent the spread of CV 19 and proven to lower immunity to all diseases and adversely affect physical, emotional and social health especially of children). FYI- China is still the largest producer of medical materials including masks. Do we learn from history to trace who benefits financially from various wars? The truth is that the agenda is of "gagging" both physically and metaphorically any who dare to question the running narratives- be they "Black Lives Matter', "We're All in this Together" or "Defund the Police". The bombardment is now texted, printed on masks as well as online and is constantly "in your face". This is propaganda repeated over and over again-Joseph Goebbel's would be pleased. While in Talkeetna, Alaska last weekend even the small restaurants and shops had blackboards outside with their menus or items for sale and on top, in large printed letters was "Black Lives Matter" as the first order of the day. All public school districts have to incorporate more courses emphasizing the messages of BLM from grades kindergarten through high school. Many businesses bow to the fashion to attract attention and customers by "hopping on the BLM train" as soon as possible. But in my previous posts and articles I follow the money as to who funds and trains Black Lives Matter and they are not pro America, pro Constitutional Republic and they are anti-Jewish and Christian. The implication that somehow "black" lives are more important than any other lives is drummed into our eyes, minds relentlessly. This, too would make Goebbel's proud. There are three excellent video reports by Really Graceful. (Grace) on YouTube and Patreon which are still available. I urge you to watch them. The first is titled: "The Supressed History of the United States". www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uIN4ZjwBO8 The second is: Loser's History series-The Story of Sodom & Gomorrah: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVWRSrPVa_E The third and most recent is called: "When You Weren't Looking Billionaires Did This..." www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_DC0luaGcM&feature=emb_logo Major companies such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, Alphabet (owns Google and other media sites) and 'foundations' such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Clinton Global Foundation, the Ford Foundation, Open Society (George Soros) Foundation benefit from the "plandemic" and the "protests" just as the Bush Family, Rothschild family and Krupp family among others, benefitted financially, enormously during World War II-before, during and post war(s). Be wary...they are banking on another and it is our country, our people our next generations who they intend to bleed. They care not for collateral "damage". Closing with a traditional folk song few in this generation will have heard but sung beautifully by Peggy Seeger. I used to sing it slower but she does this tune crisply. The video with photos from the US civil war are a warning to all-it can happen again. Do listen/watch. Here is "The Cruel War is Raging". www.youtube.com/watch?v=lY2XDM4aoZw Be prepared my friends-closing from Bethel, Alaska as the cold winds blow and rain persists but I am "home" now. Cheers, Jo 
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 There are battles being waged in realms most cannot or will not "see". There are physical fights over land, over power, over subjugation. There are struggles against disease-invisible battles against invisible "enemies" to humanity and human well being. There are political battles of will, of control and of deception with all the instruments of political "war" each party can muster. However, the battle few mention openly is the most serious confrontation-that of the attack of "evil" or darkness against righteousness and "light". There are different interpretations of what these attacks consist of and how to combat them as an individual and as part of a collective defense. The stakes are life and death on both a physical and spiritual plane, they co-exist no matter how often the narratives/propaganda/indoctrination/media scripts strive to deny this truth. In anticipation of an attack, it is vital you are as prepared as possible-given there will be unknowns. We are guided in the spiritual realm by instruction, as we may be in the physical/military realm by manuals. There are specific prescriptions for training strength in spiritual readiness, for arming oneself and for spotting "enemies". There are ways to vanquish adversaries, to illuminate and to prepare for peace as well as war. A number of spiritual warrior traditions contain all these elements. This week I will discuss one path-the path of the spiritual warrior and the specific "armor of God" detailed in the book of Ephesians, written by the apostle Paul while he was being held prisoner in ancient Rome, in approximately 62 AD. There are many similarities in human actions (some might say in human nature) from the Roman empire it's rise, fall and decline-to what is happening in the USA now-if one will look with clear eyes and listen with discerning ears. This time the barbarians are not outside the gates of the capital they are already intermingled with the citizens, the governing councils, the military, courts and society. They have used all the tactics and tools known to humans from ancient times to the present and added the advances of technology, psychology, media messaging and the weaponization of every facet of human existence-especially strong emotions-love, hate, passion and fear. Yet God (by whatever name in whatever language you know) has provided counter tactics, guidance and "armor" to shield us against the onslaught in progress and those battles we will face in the future. In the Bible, the power of prayer is stressed as a potent "power" and call to be used by the Judeo-Christian faiths. In Buddhism chants and meditations as well as actions and the discipline for non-action, are part of the "armor" of their tradition. In certain Native American traditions rituals religiously followed are an important part of defense and armoring against the "spirits of darkness, doubt, discord and division."  Sacrifice is an integral part of preparation for any battle. Being willing to "give up" comfort, "worldly pleasures", time, other priorities (i.e. relationships, career goals, financial gain, etc.) is part of the process of focus and commitment to the "war effort" in the spiritual realms as well as the martial realm. Being willing to "train" and endure pain, hardship and confusion is a pre-requisite for any serious warrior. Being willing to run toward the "fight" and "never give up" are attitudes and capabilities which must be continually honed to be an effective spiritual warrior while continually checking if the means they use are justified and the cause they are fighting for...is a righteous cause. There are calls often referred to as "clarion calls" to fight. Be mindful, these "calls" may not be heard due to all the "noise" and distractions of the 21st century. Try to be still enough and quiet enough to hear them. There is no age or gender limit for warriors on the spiritual field of battle. Be awake and alert. The forces creeping in will do everything in their power to dull your consciousness. Do not be lulled into a sleep induced by soul weariness or soul anesthetizing substances. Consciousness is a powerful "weapon" and "armor", as is stark truth. Facing/revealing truths is the first step in putting on your armor. Not everyone will be pleased with your "strengths" nor may they want you to shine and refine your "light". Remember though, you are never alone if you have faith in the Divine and follow the "battle plan" set for you...as quixotic as it may first appear to you and to others. A warrior must have dedication and resolve.  As with any skill, we humans must practice rigorously and consistently to perfect our spiritual readiness. Putting on the armor of God is a conscious daily practice. We polish this "armor" by learning more prayers and scripture, by refraining from lies, by working at peaceful outcomes and by trusting in the guidance we receive from God, no matter how difficult or controversial it may seem to follow while we live on the Earth.
Signing off tonight from the capital of Texas, Austin - a shell of a city compared to what it was during it's heyday. The music I choose is from the soundtrack of the brilliant animated film "The Secret of Kells". The lyrics are in English and Gaelic (Irish). This film touches on the existence of other worlds. A recurring message in the song is that "we are only here for a short time". www.youtube.com/watch?v=32DM5tNeHBA Our family moved to Austin from rural Australia in late 1998. We brought in the year 2000 here - with celebratory fireworks. I remember my daughter squealing with delight at the lights in the sky and the fact she was able to stay up past midnight. We were here a short time. I took a better position in Denver, Colorado and we moved there in the summer of 2000. This film and song were well liked by my son, Denali who was a valiant spiritual warrior of light, who "visited" this Earth for a mere 25 years; but continues his presence from beyond the threshold. He is never out of the fight. Until next week-recommending you use the time you have for awhile-to prepare. Jo It is very difficult when you have lived and built a life in one place, knowing the people around you and the territory, to even entertain the thought of moving. Inwardly you will weigh the possible positives and negatives, family and friends may try and dissuade you, however if you are alert enough to recognize the signs and heed the "calling" when it is "time to go", then it is vital to consider that for your next step in life, or your health, your freedoms or the wellbeing of your family...it is time to move. One always strives to be able to move or change from a position of strength. Being able to plan, go for a visit at the new place on your own time, as your own decision-can make the transition less painful. Not being rushed, not being forced to leave is a better stance to begin anew somewhere else...but this is not always possible. Whether due to a natural disaster, a personal tragedy, a political movement or war, being "torn" from a place with special meaning and attachment carries with it a grief that is painful. Anticipating pain often stops people from making the move. Being comfortable is a form of seduction. There were many in countries like Russia, Germany, Poland, Austria, Hungary, Romania, Syria, Lebanon, Chile, Venezuela who saw the signs but wanted to hold on to their homes, their positions, the familiarity and memories of the place they knew. By "waiting too long" they lost their chance to escape, often resulting in a fate worse than relocation.  Although my own life has required me to move over 100 times, and work as well as live in 26 countries, travel in more than 60; for most of my life (since my family moved there in 1964)-Texas has been my home base. Finishing middle and high school in Houston and re-locating my family to Dripping Springs in late 1998, when it was a reasonably sized town kept my connection. Returning there kept me in touch with Texas even after being away for years. Whenever I return to Austin, I re-walk places where my children, when they were children, and I used to walk, to play, to explore, to go to school, to celebrate. The same is true to a lesser extent when I visit Houston. I maintained a storage outside of Austin, with my few worldly possessions, since 2008. A number of my friends have moved away, passed away, or drifted to other circles over the years, but I still consider Texas as my place to return to from overseas. In my opinion, Austin has been changing for the worse since 2005. An influx of people from other states, countries and lifestyles has crowded out the "Authentic Austin" and made it all but unrecognizable. The PC police infiltrated, the crime rate escalated, the cost of living rose, traffic became a serious problem, people stopped being so "neighborly". The plandemic brought out the closet snitches and deranged bullies. The unique mixes of live music, art, places to eat delicious food, open range living, gun rights and casual pace were "cancelled". Tension, restriction, suspicion pervades. All the "signs" are here. It is time to move before what is coming next. For an outlier like me, this is no longer "safe" territory. It no longer feels like home. Still it is wrenching to leave. I feel I am leaving more than Texas, I am leaving behind the "American" way of life, freedom and possibilities that I grew up with and were nourished by, in Texas. But you cannot fight alone...for long. When conflict comes you need to be where there is a network of like minded people, support, similar values, skills and trust. I can no longer trust Austin will provide these for me.  Holding the US flag upside down is a distress signal-Minneapolis, MN 2020 Trying to warn friends and certain family members about what is happening and what will most likely come next is often frustrating, but I continue to persevere. After all, I was fortunate enough to be born and grow up in the best times of America. I know what living is and not just survival in the USA. I have experienced freedoms of movement, of expression, of choice. I know the benefits of excellent education in both public and private schools and universities, where discourse was encouraged, discipline respected, privacy and high standards were expected. I had great, loyal friends over the years-most of whom died too soon. It takes time to develop such friendships, trust and shared experiences. The draconian physical distancing which disrupts possible human exchange, spontaneous human conversation and interaction, also hinders human relationships. Being able to strike up introductions as well as discussions in person is vital for human contact and understanding. People are self censoring or pretending to be so involved with their spy phones (machines) that they won't look up and "risk" the possibility of responding to those in a line, or on public transport or even say "hello" while out walking. There is less chance of speaking or meeting new people or discussing issues without the opening of places where people with similar interests might be...restaurants, sports events, libraries, gyms, music venues, rallies, weddings, graduations, celebrations, etc. Yet, I/we need to continue to "fight" for what we know can be America. Deciding where you can do this is important. Take a look at where violence, looting and protests have already happened and been allowed to escalate in our USA. (see map below). Remember which cities and states locked us down most severely. Which local politicians, law enforcement implemented strict controls on religious practices is important to know for "next time". Which states, jobs, venues mandate certain medical screenings such as "getting vaccinated".  There is a massive diversion underway to distract the majority of people from realizing how their humanity, freedoms and economic livelihood is being snatched away under the guise of "plandemic" or "civil rights/privilege" or "social credit system". For an indepth discussion on these points I am including a link to the interview between David Rose of LondonReal and David Icke that happened on Sunday, June 14, 2020.
For those who want to "cut to the chase" start at 20 minutes in: https://freedomplatform.londonreal.tv/rose-icke-iv-we-will-not-be-silenced/ Be prepared mentally as well as in other respects, for what is coming. If it is time to move from where you are (and that includes moving your thinking if it has become stuck) make the efforts and strategically plan while you have time and resources. It may be time for you to make your move now, before the Fall, while the roads are still open. If some of you decide to actually leave your country, consider the possibility that you may not be able to return. Signing off with a lighter note in the music from the animated film "Madagascar" a song titled: 'Move It, Move It!' -enjoy: www.youtube.com/watchv=w_oCHkCjueQ&list=RDw_oCHkCjueQ&index=1 From the final frontier state, Alaska-goodnight to you, Jo  Protests, riots, looting, mobs notwithstanding...the agenda of "control of movement" is still on track to surveil us on a global scale. While some spend time on their knees, others are in labs creating new ways of testing and "tracking" populations. If you have not travelled by plane lately, you may not know that many airports require mandatory temperature checks and randomly pull off passengers to take a required "Covid 19 virus test". This means your personal identifying data is then given to "enforcement agencies and public health organizations" with or without your consent. Your phone number is input into a system of "contact tracing" and location tracking unless you are not carrying a spyphone. You are told the test results will be conveyed "in a few days" and until then you are supposed to "quarantine in place". The length of time depends on the state and local guidelines. For example in Alaska it is five days, in other places such as Maryland it is a minimum of ten days. If coming from an international location the specific guidance reads: "Travelers to the United States from specified countries in Europe must stay home for 14 days after travel, monitor their health, and practice social distancing." Different countries are implementing different systems making travel and tourism (an important industry in many countries) uncertain and challenging. Implicitly if not explicitly, our freedom to travel is restricted- as it already is in countries like China and North Korea: "The procedure that is offered in Britain is based on facial biometrics. After a person passes the antibody test, he transfers the data to a special application. This application will also require an identity document and photo for verification. Representatives of companies that will use such a passport in their practice will require a QR code from the employee who will generate this application. This code will become available after a person confirms his identity, is photographed." "Three European companies SICPA, KSI (Guardtime) and OpenHealth have joined together to propose a “Covid-19 Secured Health Passport” and are aiming to help manage the health status of populations in real time, SICPA’s Certus technology, provided to the French government in the framework of a trial launched by the Defence Ministry to combat Covid-19, aims to allow all persons who have had an approved test to detect the virus or antibodies, to receive a certificate from an authorised body showing the result of the test, in a digital, but printable, format which cannot be falsified and is universally verifiable."  However, It's not over after being tested at the airport. Certain public areas and hotels are using "contact temperature tracing" to enter their public spaces. They are utilizing machines to clean and "check in". Hong Kong’s L’hotel Group launched room-service robots, while Singapore’s Yotel gave us Yoshi and Yolanda, service robots that deliver amenities to guests’ doorsteps. (Yotel also has self-service reception.) There’s also a wave of automated disinfecting robots manning airports, like Pittsburgh Airport’s UV-ray armed disinfecting robots and Hong Kong Airport’s virus-killing bots. And perhaps other airlines will follow the lead of Qatar Airways and Doha Hamad International Airport, where disinfection robots will join airport staff donning Smart Screening Helmets that provide contactless temperature readings and “use augmented reality to screen travelers.” "Robots in South Korea have been used to measure temperatures and distribute hand sanitiser. With health experts warning some social distancing measures may need to be in place through 2021, robot workers may be in greater demand." www.bbc.com/news/technology-52340651 This leads us to another consequence of this plandemic...more robots, more machines to replace human beings and getting people and children to become accustomed to interacting with machines. Machines don't require testing, breaks, vacations, unions. Machines have no compassion, ask no questions, question no orders and can be programmed and then re-programmed. Robots are already in use in multiple settings including in factories, health clinics, hotels, restaurants, public transport and schools. (see photos below) "Once a company has invested in replacing a worker with a robot it's unlikely the firm will ever rehire for that role. Robots are more expensive to create and integrate into businesses but once they are up and running, robots are typically cheaper than human workers. Artificial intelligence is being developed that can replace school tutors, fitness trainers and financial advisers." Be alert. Look at the possible long term consequences of "de-funding" education, law enforcement, the military-recommendations already in process by the "left" protesters in a few countries.
Bringing in machines/robots as replacements is heralded as a more "objective" and cost effective solution. The "predictive programming" of media and films including the Star Wars series, IRobot, AI, Minority Report and many others, is inserting the image of "helpful" hard working machines into your conscious and subconscious. Machines can disinfect without risk, can report without "prejudice", are able to work non-stop and be reliable. Of course they can also be hacked, disoriented, re-wired and unplugged. Simply because we have a technology doesn't mean we should use and/or expand it's use. The ethical and legal considerations lag far behind the mechanics and science. Read the full article hyperlinked regarding the "No Manning Required Ships" (NOMARS) project underway through the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency (DARPA). Here is one excerpt from just one of DARPA's projects: “NOMARS will challenge the traditional naval architecture paradigm, designing a seaframe from the ground up with no provision, allowance, or expectation for humans at sea,” according to a solicitation posted by DARPA in January as reported by DefenseNews, vessels would also have no living quarters, galleys, lavatories or other “creature comforts” since there are no living create needs be on board. “The program also will strive for greater hydrodynamic efficiency via hull optimization without requirements for crew safety or comfort,” DARPA noted according to Naval-Technology." My ending thought is to remember to stand for what and who you believe. Kneeling, either physically or metaphorically is a submissive stance and a step down to surrender. Do not allow your precious human body to become an instrument of experimentation by medical, political, military or legal agencies. Embrace your humanity. Protect your individuality and strive to retain your liberty. Ending this morning with a song for the sunrise on "How it feels to be Free" sung by the great Nina Simone. Machines/robots can never re-create the passion, talent, artistry and originality that only human beings may produce. Enjoy her spontaneous bursts on the piano and in melody from a time in the 1970s when we were all more free than today: www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dlrXCYrNYI From a land where the sun hardly sets ever...in the summer. Stay strong! Jo A comment on a social media platform stated. "Your silence is violence" in regard to the violence, looting and riots happening in the USA, and now in a number of countries in response to "protests" in America. The narrative swiftly shifted from a visual "cue" of law enforcement doing "wrong", (of a Caucasian man over a Black man), to the call to chaos, purposeful destruction of property, harm to law and business protectors and radical socialist political agendas based on triggering images/text with words like "racism", police brutality, "history of oppression", slavery and certain races mattering. Even though not all the facts were revealed concerning the death of one man who was arrested and even though his own family and loved ones pleaded for calm and compassion on his behalf after his death-a storm was unleashed and continues to rage. George Floyd's own words and philosophy of life have been hijacked for "causes" which propagate the opposite of unity, brother/sisterhood, forgiveness and 'love'. How is this happening and why is it continuing? Why are police being ordered to stand down, ignoring or turning away from victims of Antifa or street mobs, not stopping looting, destruction of property and physical intimidation of citizens in neighborhoods and areas affected? Let's examine what is unfolding and dissect the narratives which have been inserted as planned - following on from the plandemic. People in the USA are being manipulated (in my view) as never before to self destruct as a nation, as communities, as representatives to the rest of the world for what a thriving economy, co-existing diverse and fundamentally free society looked like-as a Republic founded on the rule of law.  There are reports from various parts of the country which indicate police have been told not to "protect" their citizens but rather "stand down"-either that or they have not been disciplined for neglecting their duty and fulfilling their job requirements. Here are a few examples:
 Looters caught in the act in Minneapolis, Minnesota 2020 We do have examples of police responding in effective, strategic ways to violence and potential violence-they are in Republican run states. Here are a few examples from the past week starting with Texas:
 Local police in Salt Lake City, Utah May 2020 A large segment of the "peaceful protests" are anything but about a non-violent freedom of expression-acting for change. After months of being in politically imposed "lockdowns" with differing and dictatorial edicts regarding "essential" workers, restricted congregation, restricted travel, prohibited activities-people are bursting to break free and see the police as their "guards and oppressors". With the excuse of the George Floyd death (the court has not heard all the evidence yet surrounding this strange set of circumstances and actual causes of his death) Antifa and other radical groups seized on the opportunity to "burn America" and "Fuck up the Cops" ad nauseam. The "mainstream/lamestream" media went into full gear churning out division, hatred, one sided and biased reports, edited photos and videos to support their narrative. The media enlisted "celebrities" to celebrate the violence against law enforcement and against the current administration as well as President Trump. The "Race War" has been re-ignited by the same players, financiers and agitators who trained before the Ferguson riots. These include the George Soros funded groups such as BLM, Antifa, Occupy and Open Society. They pay protesters and agitators a hefty salary. You can go on paidliberalprotestor.com to be hired and see details. Read these insightful articles written before these protests: www.chicagotribune.com/columns/rex-huppke/ct-paid-protesters-huppke-20170227-story.html www.weaselzippers.us/224034-more-proof-of-paid-protesters-ad-asking-for-protesters-to-travel-to-protest-list-of-payouts-to-ferguson-protest-organizers/ Meanwhile the supposed icons of the Black community such as Oprah, the Obamas, Michael Jordan, sports achievers, military (General Colin Powell for example) politicians or entertainers (Dave Chappell Kevin Hart) from the Black community, or religious/political "leaders" such as Reverand Sharpton; are deafening in their silence. They are cowardly and tardy in terms of publicly coming forward to condemn the violence, crime and hatred. They are not coming forward to support black communities vandalized, black citizens-all citizens-victimized, their livelihood ruined, their physical health in danger from these riots. By not taking a stand publicly, these "models" are signaling alliance and silent assent with what is being perpetrated with the radical left in America now. Here is one mild plea but still no censure of criminal and violent activity: “You do not fight hatred and racism and injustice with destruction of property, violence and stealing,” said the Rev. Marvin Hightower, president of NAACP. “And I am asking all the individuals who have been involved in criminal activity and the destruction of our city to please stop. This is not how we fight. This is not how we will win.” You do have braver voices in the Black and other communities such as Candace Owens, Diamond and Silk, Dan Bongino, Senator Ted Cruz, police chiefs from various cities calling for calm, for unity and for law and order to be restored - "justice" to be delivered in the American court system. Here are a few direct quotes you won't see on the corporate media: “Expressing grievances to our elected officials in the form of protest is a time-honored tradition. But what we are watching unfold across the country is a coordinated effort to destroy the rule of law and order in our communities and to gin up racial tension,” Project 21 Co-Chair Stacey Washington said in a press release Friday. “In video after video, we see masked white protesters dressed all in black destroying property in black neighborhoods. And it’s blacks who are trying to stop the Antifa protesters from defacing small businesses. President Trump has rightly suggested declaring Antifa a terrorist group.” "Justice means all offending officers involved in the George Floyd incident are charged and arrested," Councilman Joe Buscaino said in a statement. "Peace cannot exist without justice. We don't have peace in America because justice continues to be unequal in America." Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva also encouraged residents to have faith and patience in the justice system's handling of the Floyd case.'" Let us remember the sage and prophetic words of an American hero few are quoting accurately during this time. He was a man of action and of character who was proud to be an American and worked tirelessly unto his death for "Unity" and "Love" between people. He was not silent as long as he lived and his words and actions can still inspire us to continue to strive for truth and justice. The Reverand Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  From a peaceful village near Napaskiak, Alaska, this is my viewpoint from a place removed (for now) from protest, looting and violence. Thank God!
Jo Suggest you listen/watch this video and song about-whatever you choose-personal loss, loss of dreams, ideals, of love-of "America" as we thought is was/is...regardless the music is sublime and classic. It is titled: "The Sky is Crying" by Elmore James and sung here by Gary B.B. Coleman www.youtube.com/watch?v=71Gt46aX9Z4 Do you consider yourself someone who carries and maintains enough courage to stand firm protecting and defending your convictions, your personal codes of honor and your freedoms? Have you ever been tested in these realms? How did you fare? Do you know or remember the name of this brave man pictured below? Have you read his story? I begin my post today with a tribute to Fang Zheng-who on June 4, 1989 literally "stood up" against the Communist Chinese government and it's military might. What happened to him afterward is briefly described in this piece published by the Epoch Times May 28, 2019-noting the 30th anniversary of the event. Here is a short excerpt: "On that fateful morning of June 4, Fang Zheng was one of the protesting students in Tiananmen Square. Fang was a graduating student from Beijing Athletics University and was almost 6 feet tall. A younger female schoolmate was with him. When the curfew troops ordered the students to leave the square, they exited from the southeast corner of the square, walking down West Chang’an Street. All of a sudden, he saw tanks rolling quickly toward them from behind. In a moment of adrenaline, he pushed the female schoolmate over the side bike railing, but it was too late for him to escape the tank. His last memory before he passed out was seeing the barrel of the tank through a sideways glance, and then seeing the white bones of his crushed legs" I recommend you read the full post at the link: epochtimes.today/in-memory-of-the-tiananmen-square-massacre/  Photo of Fang Zheng in Tiananmen Square, China on June 4,1989  Photo of an activist standing in front of an image of a tank on the 30th anniversary of Tiananmen Square in 2019  While Chinese government censors have re-written this history and deliberately mischaracterized the peaceful protest and the CCP's violent response in 1989, this photograph - which circled the globe even before social media - this image has become an icon. Fang Zheng's staunch posture against the brute, mechanical force of tyranny is still a symbol of courage, of right against might. It is also eerily prophetic, a warning that we must "stand strong" against the roll out of communism in all it's forms-no matter what the personal sacrifice. The day after the remembrance holiday of Memorial Day in the USA, during the imposed "lockdown" in many parts of the United States, it is more important than ever for us to ask the questions I pose at the beginning of this article. It is instructive to note that during the protests 30 years ago in China, people built and brought in "statues of liberty" created to look like the original Statue of Liberty in New York. Their actions and cries hearkened back to American patriot Patrick Henry from Virginia, who exclaimed in 1775, "Give me liberty or give me death!" Patrick Henry made his convictions, values and his priorities crystal clear. How many Virginians will do so today?! The ability to be stalwart, staunch in the face of adversaries and hardship is not innate. We are not born with this attribute, we have to learn, practice, refine and test this character trait. We have to do this as an individual, as a family, as a community and as a nation. We have to be vigilant and alert to those "forces" which seek to weaken our resolve, to censor our expression, to hinder our progress and disable our capabilities. The Chinese government has used every tactic of "soft power" (see my blog post linked: www.jopatti.com/blog/soft-power-hard-choices) to influence/control as many aspects of American society, culture and even thought processes as they can. For a more detailed discussion read "Controlling Cognitive Domains" as well. smallwarsjournal.com/jrnl/art/controlling-cognitive-domains My previous posts have discussed the Wuhan virus as bioweapon and the social engineering agenda of this Plandemic over the last four months. Today I wanted to bring attention to other human beings who were born and raised in China, but who have more in common with the foundations of America's Republic than many American citizens. Most will never be known publicly. It is too dangerous for them and their families, but they definitely exist and yearn for the freedoms they have heard about in the "west". How do I know this? Not just from reading but from living in China, albeit in one province, Henan...and in one particular, special place...a Shaolin Kung Fu training center. I left China in April 2019. Almost everyone in my immediate family has worked in China at some point, since the 1980s. Over the last decades (more than 30 years) I have had direct contact with Chinese medicine doctors and martial artists who were able to flee from China and who have their own direct, personal experience of the CCP. Just as many American citizens are divided in their political views and life style choices, so are many Chinese; though they have to keep their views "along the party lines" or the consequences are severe. See this video for specific examples of Chinese government leverage in the USA and what has happened in Hong Kong as a cautionary history-open your eyes and ears before they are closed for you-ask yourself if you can remain stalwart. You/we will be tested, of that you can be certain. China Doesn't Want You to Watch This Video-but go ahead and watch while you can: www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8tJqoxTJ_M From the windy river region of Alaska, stay strong! Jo  Training In February 2019, Henan, China photo of Jo Patti |
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