Topic: 2018

Alternative media outlets are focusing on the 2018 executive order regarding foreign interference as a potential path for Donald Trump to contest the 2020 election. Rumors of impending military operations and a ten-day global lockdown are circulating within prepper and pro-Trump online communities.

Mainstream media outlets are criticized for airing year-end retrospectives and "B-list" guests during the holiday season. Michael Moore appeared on Chris Hayes' MSNBC program for an hour-long segment that lacked usable clips or substantive new information. The trend of major networks taking time off while claiming the country is in crisis is noted as hypocritical.

The hosts conclude the final show of 2018 with a performance of "Auld Lang Syne" by the Gitmo Nation Men's Choir. They thank the global "Value for Value" network of producers and look forward to the milestone 1100th episode. The show signs off from Austin, Texas, and Northern Silicon Valley with a reminder to support the program through Dvorak.org.

Reports from The Daily Beast and NPR allege that Russian hackers targeted Senator Claire McCaskill’s staff with a spear-phishing campaign involving forged Microsoft Exchange password resets. Critics argue the media is over-emphasizing these common cyber threats while ignoring other international issues like the situation in Yemen. The timing of the report is questioned relative to McCaskill's competitive re-election race in Missouri.

Anticipation builds for new GDP growth numbers, which are expected to be significantly higher than the Obama-era average. A theory is presented that the threat of tariffs has caused a temporary spike in economic activity as businesses rush to manufacture and import goods in advance. This economic "jack-up" is viewed as a strategic move ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.

A souvenir nesting doll for the 2018 Russian World Cup caused a stir online due to the suggestive placement of a red whistle in the doll's mouth. While some questioned if the image was a hoax, the "raunchy" doll was reported on by RT and other outlets as a viral visual gag.

The "gun show loophole" is characterized as a persistent media myth, as commercial internet sales still require licensed dealer transfers. The discussion shifts to the 2018 midterm elections, predicting a "blue wave" for Democrats due to typical off-year complacency rather than the impact of student protests. Notably, the March for Our Lives featured very little direct "Trump hate," focusing instead on legislative change and voter turnout.

Politicians discussing gun control are accused of insincerity unless they explicitly advocate for the repeal of the Second Amendment. Current debates regarding bump stocks and mental health databases are viewed as political maneuvers to stir voter turnout for the 2018 elections. The exploitation of student survivors for political gain is criticized as a distraction from the constitutional process required for real change.

George Soros addressed the World Economic Forum, labeling the Trump administration a "danger to the world" and predicting a Democratic landslide in 2018. Soros also targeted Facebook and Google, calling them near-monopolies that function as public utilities and should be subject to stringent regulations. He argued that these platforms avoid responsibility for content while exploiting user attention for exceptional profitability.

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2018 in Las Vegas experienced a significant power outage that lasted for two hours. Nevada Energy attributed the blackout to issues with the convention center's equipment, while speculation arose regarding potential union involvement or Teamster labor disputes similar to historical incidents at the Javits Center in New York.

A formal knighting ceremony is conducted for several high-level donors, including Sir J-Boy and Baroness Monica Lansing. The hosts express gratitude for the community's support as they close out 2017, emphasizing the "value for value" model that sustains the show without traditional advertising.

A comprehensive list of donors contributing between $50 and $110 is read, including supporters from Oregon, Wisconsin, and Australia. The hosts provide birthday greetings to community members and reiterate the show's reliance on direct producer support for the upcoming 2018 broadcast year.

Flyers stating "It's okay to be white" were posted at the University of Maryland and a Silver Spring high school, sparking a massive media backlash and police investigations. The campaign was reportedly designed to provoke an "anti-white" media response to rally support for pro-white activism. The hosts suggest these incidents are part of a strategy to keep racial and political tensions high leading into the 2018 elections.

The retirement of Senator Jeff Flake is analyzed as a strategic exit due to poor polling numbers in Arizona rather than a purely principled stand against the President. Contrary to CBS's reporting that his departure risks losing the seat to Democrats, the assessment suggests Flake was unlikely to win a primary or general election, and his speech served as a way to exit while claiming moral high ground.

Senator Richard Burr stated that the primary goal of Russian involvement was to "create chaos at every level" rather than support a specific candidate. The hosts argue that the Senate and the mainstream media are the ones actually perpetuating the chaos by continuing the investigation for nine months without definitive results.

Hillary Clinton discusses the lack of a constitutional mechanism to contest the 2016 election during an interview with Stephen Colbert. She emphasizes that the legitimacy of the presidency is rooted in ongoing investigations into Russian coordination. Clinton urges voters to mobilize for the 2018 midterm elections to express rejection of foreign interference.

The hosts argue that the Democratic Party is attempting to sustain the Russia narrative until the 2018 midterm elections to influence the court of public opinion. Nancy Pelosi's comments regarding "abuse of power" and "impeachment" are seen as part of a long-term strategy to regain the House of representatives.

A theory is proposed that the Democratic Party is intentionally keeping the Russia investigation and impeachment talk alive to mobilize voters for the 2018 and 2020 elections. The hosts suggest that Democrats actually fear a Trump resignation because Vice President Mike Pence could consolidate the evangelical vote and be harder to defeat in 2020. They argue the strategy is to keep Trump "wounded" but in office for maximum political leverage.

Professor Stephen Cohen appeared on RT to discuss the Democratic Party's strategy leading into the 2018 congressional elections. Cohen claims that the Hillary Clinton wing of the party intends to maintain the Trump-Russia narrative as a primary campaign issue. He suggests the strategy aims to frame the 2016 loss as a result of Russian interference rather than campaign failures.

Maya Wiley, Senior VP of Social Justice at The New School, appears on Bill Maher's show to characterize the GOP healthcare vote as "naked cruelty." She argues that the Freedom Caucus has undue influence due to gerrymandering, a claim countered by the fact that Republicans hold a majority of governorships and state legislatures. The segment also revisits the 2016 election margin, noting Trump won by approximately 80,000 votes across three key states.