Mike Cernovich Warns of US vs. Iran Propaganda and Gaslighting
Jesse KellyJune 23, 202512 min2,717 views
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- 🎯 Mike Cernovich expresses concern over the evolving U.S. stance on potential strikes against Iran, noting a shift from "no regime change" to actions that could escalate conflict.
- ⚠️ He highlights the inconsistency in messaging, where initial claims of Israel acting independently are followed by U.S. involvement, leading to distrust.
- 🤥 The speaker feels the public is being "gaslit" with changing justifications for military actions, reminiscent of past conflicts.
Distrust in Government and Media
- 🧠 Cernovich argues that the public's growing distrust in government institutions, including the Pentagon, FBI, and CIA, is a positive development, acting as a "vaccine to disinformation."
- 🤥 He cites historical examples like the Gulf of Tonkin incident and Pearl Harbor as instances where public perception was manipulated through false pretenses.
- 🗣️ The core issue, according to Cernovich, is not necessarily opposition to actions against the Iranian regime, but the deception and moralizing used to justify them.
Political Horse-Trading and Broken Promises
- 🤝 Cernovich suggests a more transparent approach where political actions are framed as "horse trading" for support, rather than through moralistic arguments.
- 💸 He posits that if politicians were upfront about deals, such as supporting specific agendas or releasing information like the "Epstein files" in exchange for support, the public might be more receptive.
- 📉 However, he notes a general "BS fatigue" among the public, who are tired of unfulfilled promises and lack of transparency.
Domestic Agenda Stalled
- 📌 Cernovich criticizes the sidelining of the domestic agenda, including mass deportations, the release of the Epstein files, and updates on FBI whistleblowers.
- 🔍 He points to the unresolved "J6 pipe bomber" case and the lack of transparency regarding the Garland shooting, where an FBI agent allegedly directed a jihadist.
- 🇺🇸 The speaker expresses frustration that promised actions, particularly concerning border security and accountability, are not being fully realized, leading to a sense of betrayal for supporters.
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