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COVID-19 — “The Spiral of Silence” Theory [UPDATE : Intel Today scores a major point against Belgian Covid experts]

Posted on January 28, 2021 by L

“When polls said only about half of all Americans would take a vaccine, I was saying herd immunity would take 70 to 75 percent. Then, when newer surveys said 60 percent or more would take it, I thought, ‘I can … Continue reading →

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Lockerbie — FAA investigating Boeing 787 manufacturing flaws. Coincidence? [UPDATE IV : Further tragedies to be expected.]

Posted on January 28, 2021 by L

“The plane maker has told U.S. aviation regulators that it produced certain parts at its South Carolina facilities that failed to meet its own design and manufacturing standards, according to an Aug. 31 internal Federal Aviation Administration memo reviewed by … Continue reading →

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On This Day — The CIA exfiltrates 6 diplomats from Iran (January 28 1980) [2021]

Posted on January 28, 2021 by L

“Mehrabad is like many Middle Eastern or South Asian airports. Although of fairly modern construction, the people who pass through as travelers or hang around to greet or see travelers off make an orderly transit impossible. This was another reason … Continue reading →

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COVID-19 — “The Spiral of Silence” Theory [UPDATE : Brussels Vaccination Plan is a Total Flop! ]

Posted on January 27, 2021 by L

“When polls said only about half of all Americans would take a vaccine, I was saying herd immunity would take 70 to 75 percent. Then, when newer surveys said 60 percent or more would take it, I thought, ‘I can … Continue reading →

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On This Day — Soviets Liberate Auschwitz (January 27 1945)

Posted on January 27, 2021 by L

“I had an uncle … who was part of the first American troops to go into Auschwitz and liberate the concentration camps.” Barack Obama (May 26 2008) January 27 2021 — On January 27 1945, Soviet troops enter Auschwitz, Poland, … Continue reading →

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ODNI — Avril Haines becomes the first woman to lead the U.S. Intelligence Community

Posted on January 26, 2021 by L

“The IC must never hesitate to speak truth to power and to deliver intelligence driven by facts, not politics.” Avril Haines (Jan 21 2021) January 26 2021 — On January 21 2021, Avril Haines took the oath of office to … Continue reading →

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On This Day — Bill Clinton: “I Did Not Have Sexual Relations With That Woman” (January 26 1998) [Humor]

Posted on January 26, 2021 by L

“I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky. I never told anybody to lie, not a single time, never. These allegations are false and I need to get back to work for the American people.” US President … Continue reading →

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Five Years Ago — Who Tortured Giulio Regeni to Death? And Why? (January 25 2016) [UPDATE : Italy charges 4 Egyptian security agency officials]

Posted on January 25, 2021 by L

“On 7 January 2016, just a month after the union meeting, Mohamed Abdallah denounced Regeni to the authorities (…) because his questions were not about street vendors … and had other intentions. The Egyptian government placed Regeni under investigation, but decided … Continue reading →

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On This Day — CBS Dan Rather and Vice President George Bush Clash Over Iran-contra Affair (January 25 1988) [UPDATE: CIA William Burns : Between Diplomacy and Necessity]

Posted on January 25, 2021 by L

“I want to talk about why I want to be President. It’s not fair to judge my whole career by a rehash on Iran. How would you like it if I judged your career by those seven minutes when you … Continue reading →

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On This Day — President Carter Signs Executive Order 12036 [Ban on Assassination] (January 24 1978)

Posted on January 24, 2021 by L

“No person employed by or acting on behalf of the United States Government shall engage in, or conspire to engage in, assassination.” Executive Order 12036 (January 24 1978) January 24 2021 — On January 24 1978, President Jimmy Carter signed … Continue reading →

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