During a recent appearance on MSNBC, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sparked controversy by suggesting that Americans who engage in what she described as "Russian-backed propaganda" should face criminal or civil penalties. Clinton made the remarks while discussing the ongoing issue of foreign interference in U.S. elections, particularly focusing on Russia’s alleged role in spreading disinformation during the 2016 presidential election. Her comments quickly drew backlash, especially from conservatives who see this as a direct attack on free speech. Clinton's comments came amid rising concerns about foreign influence in the 2024 election. During the interview, she noted that while Russian operatives may never face justice in the U.S. for their actions, prosecuting American citizens who spread similar narratives could serve as a deterrent. "There are Americans who are engaged in this kind of propaganda, and whether they should be civilly or even criminally charged is something that would be a better deterrent," Clinton said, emphasizing the difficulty of holding foreign actors accountable. 1st Vid: Hillary Clinton now calling for Trump Supporters to be thrown in prison for sharing Misinformation 2nd Vid: Kamala Harris saying she will end Free Speech 3rd Vid: NY Democrat calling for Trump Supporters to be put in reeducation camps They’re telling us our future pic.twitter.com/stRSePiz8P — Wall Street Apes (@WallStreetApes) September 17, 2024 She pointed specifically to the role of Russian disinformation in boosting Donald Trump’s campaign in 2016 and warned of its resurgence in the current election cycle. Clinton's remarks also criticized the press for not maintaining a "consistent narrative" on what she believes to be the dangers of Trump and his influence, urging more unified coverage from media outlets to counter the former president’s messaging. This proposal to criminalize certain types of speech has reignited a fierce debate over First Amendment rights. Critics argue that Clinton's approach, if enacted, would lead to dangerous censorship of political speech. Republican figures quickly responded to her remarks, accusing Clinton of advocating authoritarian measures. Ohio Senator J.D. Vance responded to Clinton's comments on social media, framing them as a call for censorship and violence against political opponents, rather than a legitimate legal deterrent. I could have thrown Hillary Clinton in jail. A lot of people wanted me to lock her up but I didn’t because I knew it would divide our country. I didn’t weaponized the Justice department, Kamala did. pic.twitter.com/klvOIcf5xq — World life (@seautocure) September 17, 2024 The controversy over Clinton's comments comes as the Justice Department has taken legal action against foreign nationals accused of spreading Russian propaganda to influence the 2024 election. Earlier this month, two Russian employees of the state-backed RT media network were indicted for funding a conservative media company in Tennessee to unwittingly promote Kremlin-backed narratives. These efforts, according to the DOJ, were part of a broader campaign to sow discord among U.S. voters. Clinton’s proposal, while addressing these legitimate concerns about foreign interference, has raised significant alarm over the implications for free speech. Opponents fear that such measures could stifle dissent and criminalize political expression, especially among conservative influencers and media figures. With her comments, Clinton seems to have rekindled the deeply polarized debate over Russian interference and its lasting impact on American politics. Her critics also resurrected past controversies, including her infamous use of a private email server during her tenure as Secretary of State, which led to a prolonged FBI investigation. These unresolved scandals, along with her controversial statements, continue to fuel opposition to her views on handling misinformation and foreign interference. As the 2024 election looms, Clinton's remarks will likely continue to draw sharp lines between those who support more aggressive action against foreign influence and those who see such measures as an infringement on civil liberties. The ongoing legal battles surrounding election integrity and foreign disinformation only add to the tension surrounding this issue. The post Hillary Clinton Calls for Criminal Charges Over Free Speech That Resembles Russian Propaganda appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

A woman lured him away with the promise of candy

Good sign...

And the West continues to fall

A post shared on social media purports that an explosive was found at a recent New York Rally for former President Donald Trump.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Rogelio Menendez (@menendez333) Verdict: False It was confirmed that there was no explosive. Fact Check: The House of Representatives has passed a bill […]

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If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. After several weeks of heightened tensions between Elon Musk and Brazilian authorities, the tech mogul has complied with the demands of a Brazilian judge by appointing a legal representative for his social media company, X, as shown in recent court filings. This move comes as a part of an agreement to lift the ban on X in Brazil, which had been in place due to a dispute over the removal of certain accounts. Late last month, X was suspended in Brazil following an intensifying conflict with Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. Moraes had ordered the platform to delete accounts associated with conservative figures and groups, which Musk initially refused, leading to the closure of X’s operations in Brazil. Musk’s defiance extended to missing a legal deadline set by Brazilian law for appointing a local legal representative, prompting Moraes to block access to the platform and freeze the bank accounts of both X and Musk’s other business, Starlink. The latter action was justified by Moraes’ assertion that the two companies function as a single economic entity. Moraes, known for his stringent efforts against online misinformation and extremism, has been a polarizing figure in this saga. His stance has, however, received support from influential Brazilian politicians, including other members of the Supreme Court and the left-wing President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Following the platform’s suspension, President Lula remarked on what he thinks is the necessity of the global community to resist Musk. The legal standoff seemed to be nearing its end when representatives for X disclosed the appointment of Rachel de Oliveira Villa Nova Conceição as the company’s legal representative in Brazil, a role she had held previously before Musk shut down the São Paulo City in Brazil office. One attorney, Sérgio Rosenthal, stated in a text message to The New York Times on Thursday that X intends to adhere to all judicial directives to deactivate accounts. “The objective is to rectify the company’s status in Brazil,” he mentioned. Another lawyer, André Zonaro Giacchetta, remarked on Saturday morning that the prerequisites for returning to Brazil “have been fulfilled, though it hinges on the evaluation by” Brazil’s Supreme Court. If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. The post Is X Yielding to Brazil’s Censorship Pressure? appeared first on Reclaim The Net.

Walz Finally Gets It Right. No, Really.

It's the longest-lived known vertebrate – but why?

Recently, scientists Edward W. Kamen from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Roger D. Kamen from Ferris State University have proposed a new theory that the human soul might actually be a type of quantum field. Quantum field theory (QFT) is a well-established framework in physics that explains how particles like electrons and photons (particles of light) interact with fields such as electric or electromagnetic fields. According to QFT, these fields contain quanta—discrete packets of energy that make up the fabric of reality. However, Kamens propose that our understanding of the universe through QFT might be limited if there is a realm beyond the physical universe where the laws of physics as we know them do not apply. One critical point in their paper is that current physics, particularly quantum mechanics, may not fully explain what happens beyond the material world. Physicist Sean Carroll raised this issue in 2011 when he questioned how a soul could interact with matter and still comply with the known laws of physics. The Kamens argue that while our laws of physics are consistent with how the universe operates, they may not be complete in addressing non-physical domains, like the realm where the soul might reside. The Soul as a Quantum Field The Kamens hypothesize that if human souls exist, they do not interact directly with matter, as commonly assumed, but rather with certain fields such as electromagnetic (EM) waves. This is where their concept of the “soul field” comes into play. They suggest that this soul field is a form of quantum field that could store and transfer information, particularly working memory, during life and after death. One of the strongest pieces of evidence supporting this idea is the phenomenon of near-death experiences (NDEs). People who have experienced NDEs often report being able to see events happening around them, even though their physical bodies, including their eyes, are not functioning. The Kamens argue that this could be because the soul is interacting with light (EM waves) in a way similar to how the brain processes photons to enable human vision. For instance, photons in light could interact with the quanta of the soul field, allowing the soul to perceive and process light, much like how our eyes work. Near-Death Experiences and the Soul Field A remarkable example of this is the account of a physician who had an NDE while undergoing surgery, as reported by Woollacott and Peyton in 2021. During the operation, the physician’s heart stopped, and her eyes were taped shut, but she later described seeing a senior doctor in scrubs entering the room, which was confirmed by those present. This event suggests that the soul can process visual information independently of the body, possibly through an interaction between light and the soul’s quantum field. Kamen and Kamen also address how the soul could potentially hear sounds during such experiences. Although the body might be unconscious or in cardiac arrest, auditory cells may still function for a short period. These cells create electric signals that are transformed into electromagnetic waves. The soul field could “read” these EM waves, allowing the soul to perceive sounds even after physical death. Memory Transfer and Brain Function The relationship between the brain and the soul field becomes particularly interesting when considering memory. The authors propose that electric fields produced by neural ensembles in the brain could transfer memory content to the soul. This could explain how memories persist after death, as they are “transferred” from the brain’s electric fields to the soul’s quantum field. A groundbreaking study by Pinotsis and Miller (2022) found that neural electric fields contain detailed information about working memory, providing a possible mechanism for memory transfer. If the soul field can interact with these fields, it might carry memories along even after the body ceases to function. The Two-Way Interaction: Soul Field and Brain The interaction between the soul field and the body’s electric or electromagnetic fields may not be one-sided. Kamen and Kamen suggest that the soul field could affect brain activity by influencing electric fields in the brain. This aligns with the theory of cytoelectric coupling proposed by Pinotsis and colleagues (2023), which posits that electric fields can impact neurons at a molecular level. In a potential reincarnation scenario, the soul field might re-enter a fetus or child and re-establish neural connections, possibly transferring memories and consciousness. The Kamens hypothesize that this interaction could occur at specific moments, such as conception or gestation, but that testing or measuring this interaction experimentally would be extremely challenging. They acknowledge the difficulty in empirically proving the existence of the soul field. Even with advanced technology, measuring the interaction between the soul and electromagnetic fields during critical moments like near-death experiences may remain impossible. Nonetheless, the Kamens’ work presents a compelling case for further investigation into the interactions between fields in the physical realm and what might exist beyond it. The post Quantum Soul: Researchers Seek to Unlock the Mystery of Life Beyond Death appeared first on Anomalien.com.