Friday, July 5

Sid Lukkassen Reveals How The Rightwing Is On The Rise In Another European Nation – The Netherlands

In their discussion, Ben Harnwell and Sid Lukkassen explored the political landscape in the Netherlands centered on Geert Wilders and his Freedom Party (PVV). Wilders, a polarizing figure, has garnered significant support but faces challenges in forming a majority government due to his party’s lack of absolute seats in parliament. Despite this, Wilders has emerged as a pivotal figure in Dutch politics, particularly on issues like national sovereignty, anti-Islam sentiment, and skepticism towards the EU. His party operates uniquely without a formal membership structure, relying instead on direct communication with the media and making polarizing statements to mobilize support. However, internal divisions on social issues like transgender rights highlight complexities within the PVV. The conversation touched on Wilders’ background with the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) and his split to form the PVV over disagreements on EU policies. Overall, Wilders remains a controversial figure, not fitting neatly into mainstream political categories, despite media portrayals labeling him as such.

Bergquam On Farage’s Historic Victory In UK Elections, Reform Party Surges In National Prominence

Ben Bergquam, reporting from London, highlighted the significance of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party’s unexpected success in the UK elections, framing it as a critical victory akin to celebrating America’s Independence Day. He emphasized the widespread discontent among British voters with the traditional political parties, both Labour and Conservative, viewing Farage’s party as a beacon of hope for change. Bergquam underscored the deep emotional connection between Farage and the British public, fueled by dissatisfaction over immigration policies and broader governance issues. He criticized the disparity between the vote share and seat allocation under the current electoral system, advocating for proportional representation. Bergquam linked these sentiments to broader global populist movements, drawing parallels to political challenges faced by figures like Donald Trump in the US and Marine Le Pen in France. He concluded by stressing the pivotal role of upcoming elections in France and the collective struggle against what he described as tyrannical forces aiming to dismantle national sovereignty.

Hammer’s Not Surprised Lincoln Project Promotes Rape Following Its Association With “Pedophilia”

Josh Hammer and Ben Harnwell discussed the recent controversial advertisement released by the Lincoln Project targeting Steve Bannon. Hammer strongly condemned the Lincoln Project, labeling it as a “disgusting outfit” filled with scandalous individuals, including allegations of pedophilia against some of its members. He criticized the Lincoln Project’s history of unethical behavior and highlighted their latest ad mocking Bannon’s legal troubles, which included references to prison rape.

Hammer emphasized that the ad crossed a moral boundary that transcends political affiliations, garnering backlash even from across the political spectrum. He underscored that such behavior undermines any claim to moral high ground the Lincoln Project might assert and diminishes its credibility. Harnwell agreed, characterizing the Lincoln Project’s actions as hypocritical and indicative of their lack of moral decency.

Both commentators noted the widespread condemnation the ad received, including from former Obama administration staffers, reflecting a broad consensus that the ad was reprehensible. They discussed how the Lincoln Project’s tactics not only failed politically but also revealed their organization’s true nature as a grifting operation that preys on donors under false pretenses of moral superiority.

In conclusion, Hammer and Harnwell highlighted the ad’s significance as a stark example of political discourse sinking to new lows, emphasizing the importance of maintaining ethical standards in political messaging. They agreed that such behavior from the Lincoln Project damages public trust in political advocacy and serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked political vitriol.

Part One:

Josh Hammer Discusses The Complete 180 By MSM’s Coverage Of Biden’s Cognitive Decline

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Peter McIlvenna Breaks Down What’s To Come Following UK’s Historic Election Results

In a dynamic discussion between Peter McIlvenna and Ben Harnwell, UK broadcasters and hosts of influential podcasts like Hearts of Oak and the WarRoom, the focus was on the surging global populist movements and their critical role in defending Western civilization. Reflecting on recent UK election outcomes and the resurgence of leaders like Nigel Farage, they emphasized Western civilization’s foundational values of liberty, democracy, and the rule of law as under threat from internal and external challenges. Both McIlvenna and Harnwell underscored the importance of populist movements in Europe and the United States, advocating for national sovereignty, cultural identity, and economic independence against globalist influences. They highlighted figures such as Donald Trump and Farage as pivotal in this defense, noting their ability to mobilize public sentiment against establishment politics. The conversation pointed to Trump’s potential re-election as a catalyst for strengthening the global populist movement, potentially reshaping international dynamics and bolstering alliances among like-minded leaders across the Western world.