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At the Peace Ball, a discussion arose about the contradiction between advocating for peace and the U.S. support for Ukraine, which includes significant military funding. Concerns were raised about the high casualty rates and the lack of critical evaluation of this policy by Democrats. The former congressman explained that the administration framed the situation as a way to prevent U.S. troop deployment to Ukraine, emphasizing the need to protect marginalized communities in his district. He clarified that supporting funding was aimed at avoiding sending more black and brown soldiers into conflict, rather than solely providing munitions. The conversation highlighted the complexities of balancing peace advocacy with military support in ongoing conflicts.

Congress members have "APAC people," essentially APAC babysitters, who are deeply embedded in APAC and have direct contact with the members. Some congressmen admit they will consult their "APAC guy" to influence ad campaigns. The speaker questions why this relationship is not public knowledge, suggesting it's not beneficial for congressmen to be seen as having a buddy system with a foreign country representative. The speaker also shares Thomas Massey's anti-war stance, highlighting his concerns about escalating tensions with Iran and the influence of the military-industrial complex. Massey points out that as soon as the US stopped spending $50 billion a year in Afghanistan, they started spending $50 billion in Ukraine. He suggests that Massey's anti-war position transcends specific conflicts or groups, aligning with a desire to stop people from dying, a sentiment the speaker associates with Donald Trump's campaign promises.

Last weekend, I was at a very expensive ski resort in the Alps, filled with wealthy Ukrainians spending lavishly. This is happening all over Europe. This money, I believe, should be ours—American taxpayer money. Furthermore, I know that a significant portion, up to half, of the arms we send to the Ukrainian military is being sold off, a lot of it ending up in the hands of drug cartels at our border. This is criminal. Our intelligence agencies are aware of this, and I believe they are profiting from it. Billions of dollars in aid are being stolen and sold to our enemies. This is unacceptable, and no one in America seems to know about it.

The speaker proposes an amendment to stop funding Ukraine, claiming that the US has taken over the country and is fighting a proxy war without public approval. They argue that the US is providing extensive financial assistance, military equipment, and weapons to Ukraine, totaling $113 billion in 2022 alone. The speaker criticizes the state and foreign operations bill for granting Ukraine a blank check, allowing the State Department to bypass oversight. They express concern that this funding will perpetuate endless war and bring the conflict to American soil. The speaker cites polling data showing that a majority of Americans oppose further funding for Ukraine and believe the US has already done enough. They argue that taxpayer dollars should be used to secure the US southern border and combat issues like human trafficking. The speaker urges the adoption of their amendment.

We fund one third of Ukraine's government, which includes salaries for teachers, janitors, and everyone else, not just the military. Meanwhile, people in our country are struggling to afford basic necessities like food and medicine. We need to focus on our own problems instead of paying for their government. Our priority should be to stop the killing and provide American leadership, rather than giving more money without any conditions.

We have an abundance of money for funding war machinery and foreign aid, like $8 billion to Ukraine. We also support Ukrainian businesses and banks with taxpayer funds. Humanitarian aid often ends up in corrupt hands due to lack of oversight.

The speakers question why the Ukraine war, which the U.S. allegedly funded and whose military leaders purportedly ran, was not televised. They claim the U.S. funds the Ukrainian government, retirement, and small businesses, keeping Ukraine afloat. One speaker states they asked members of Congress, including the Speaker of the House, about the number of Ukrainians who have died in the war. They suggest that while the U.S. is funding the war, there is no tracking of how many Ukrainians have died, including those with Down syndrome. The speakers question why the public is shown Israel being bombed but not other wars, implying manipulation. They believe the public should be able to watch a war they are paying for.

Since Biden took office, the U.S. has spent $100 billion in an undeclared war against Russia, primarily funding Ukraine with $75 billion. Despite claims of Ukrainian victories, many believe Ukraine cannot win against Russia's superior resources. Most Americans oppose further funding, yet Congress continues to push for more aid. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson plans to prioritize a $60 billion aid package for Ukraine, despite a lack of support from Republican voters. Critics argue that this funding diverts attention from pressing domestic issues, like illegal immigration and national debt. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene emphasizes the disconnect between lawmakers and their constituents, urging Americans to hold their government accountable and prioritize domestic needs over foreign wars.

The heavy involvement in Ukraine is likely due to the end of the Afghanistan war. If Afghanistan were still ongoing, the need for such extensive involvement in Ukraine might not exist. Many defense contractors seem to be pushing for extended, low-yield wars. The goal appears to be stretching conflicts out for twenty to thirty years to keep money flowing through unaccountable sources. This approach involves purchasing weapons, depleting stockpiles, and then requesting more funds to replenish them, creating a cycle of continuous spending.

The Biden administration's influence led Ukraine to abandon a peace deal with Russia, resulting in significant loss of territory and lives. The U.S. has prioritized control over Ukraine's resources and financial gains for hedge funds over genuine support for the Ukrainian people. There's a growing concern about the lack of a clear endgame in ongoing conflicts, leading to rising debt and civilian casualties. The conversation highlights the troubling intersection of foreign policy and domestic implications, including censorship and the erosion of democratic principles. The discussion emphasizes the urgent need for accountability and a reevaluation of priorities to protect both national security and civil liberties.

Borrowing more money to send to Ukraine is irresponsible and weakens us. Congress doesn't care about the debt because it's not their money. Milton Friedman's statement holds true: nobody spends someone else's money as wisely as their own. The big spenders in Congress won't use their own money. Americans should take notice and blame these wasteful spenders.

Apologies are often hard to come by for significant tragedies. For instance, while minor accidents may prompt immediate remorse, larger issues like the Iraq War or the Ukraine conflict see little acknowledgment of wrongdoing. Despite nearly two years of war, the U.S. support for Ukraine has not yielded the promised outcomes, weakening the U.S. instead. Congress continues to push for additional funding, framing opposition as support for Putin. Congressman Thomas Massie argues against this funding, highlighting that it surpasses U.S. infrastructure spending and raises concerns about waste and accountability. He criticizes the military's recruitment issues and the potential for foreign nationals to fill gaps. Additionally, he advocates for the Prime Act to address monopolies in the meat industry, allowing local farmers to sell directly to consumers.

The speaker criticizes the US government's funding of the proxy war in Ukraine, arguing that it prioritizes military aid over domestic infrastructure. They highlight the lack of transparency and accountability in the allocation of tax dollars, revealing questionable payments and arms deals. The speaker questions the wisdom of escalating the conflict with Russia, pointing out the potential for nuclear annihilation. They also criticize the erosion of democracy in Ukraine and the profit-seeking motives of individuals involved in the war. The speaker calls on the UN Security Council to enforce the UN Charter and monitor NATO's actions.

Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia, even with extensive Western support. The situation is dire, with a significant loss of life among Ukrainians. Recently, the U.S. Senate proposed sending an additional $60 billion to Ukraine, despite its corrupt government and ongoing issues. There's a chance to stop this legislation in the Senate, but if it passes, the House could potentially improve or reject it. This funding not only supports Ukraine for 2024 but also ties future presidents' hands, limiting their diplomatic options. Many senators seem to believe prolonging the war serves Ukraine's interests, ignoring the reality that it leads to further destruction and suffering. Ultimately, the motivations appear to align more with military contractors than the well-being of Ukrainians.

This war should never have happened. Russia sought terms favorable to Ukraine, primarily keeping NATO out. Military contractors benefit from NATO expansion, ensuring a market for their weapons. Since March 2022, the U.S. has committed over $113 billion to Ukraine, with more requested. Mitch McConnell suggested that this funding primarily supports American defense manufacturers, hinting at a money laundering scheme. Loans to Ukraine come with harsh conditions, including austerity measures and selling government assets, particularly fertile agricultural land. Major corporations, including those owned by BlackRock, are purchasing this land. Biden awarded contracts for Ukraine's reconstruction to companies like Accra. This strategy aims to keep society divided, fostering conflict among various groups while obscuring the true motives behind these actions.

This war never should have happened. Russia tried to settle with terms beneficial to Ukraine and us, mainly keeping NATO out. Military contractors want new NATO countries because it forces them to buy weapons from specific companies like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed, creating a trapped market. We've committed billions to Ukraine, money that could have housed every homeless person in the US. Mitch McConnell admitted this money largely goes to American defense manufacturers, essentially a money laundering scheme. BlackRock owns these companies. The "loan" to Ukraine will never be repaid. The conditions include extreme austerity and the sale of government-owned assets, including its valuable agricultural land, to multinational corporations like DuPont, Cargill, and Monsanto, which are also owned by BlackRock. BlackRock even got the contract to rebuild Ukraine. They're doing this openly because they keep us divided and fighting each other.

The speaker points out that the budget for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the US is $12 billion, while Ukraine receives 12 times that amount in one year. The speaker mentions that even after the war in Ukraine ends, the US will spend half a trillion dollars on rebuilding the country, with contracts for rebuilding being even larger than war contracts. The speaker highlights a statement made by Mitch McConnell, who suggests that the money sent to Ukraine actually goes to US military contractors, benefiting the country. The speaker implies that this reveals a money laundering scheme involving companies like Raytheon, General Dynamics, Boeing, and Lockheed.

Ukraine cannot win its war against Russia, even with extensive Western support. The ongoing conflict is leading to significant loss of life and economic degradation. Recently, the U.S. Senate proposed sending another $60 billion to Ukraine, despite its corrupt government and ongoing issues. There is a critical procedural vote that could potentially kill this legislation, and efforts are being made to sway Republican senators against it. This funding not only supports Ukraine in 2024 but also ties future presidential decisions, limiting diplomatic options. Many senators seem to believe prolonging the war serves Ukraine's interests, but this perspective overlooks the devastating impact on the Ukrainian population and distracts from pressing domestic issues.

Putin knew that Ukraine was stealing money we sent them when Biden was in office. Trump will stop that, and the fighting will stop. I stand by my statement that Trump will stop us from throwing money down the drain in a war we have nothing to do with. Their own president said they don't know where half the money went. You're paying off the war machine to prolong this war, and men are dying because of it. That's wrong and Trump will stop it. At the beginning of the war, we were on both sides with gas contracts with Russia and giving money to Ukraine. Putin is responsible for the war. But why isn't there outrage about China's mistreatment of people? Because everything is made in China, and it's all about the dollars.

Millions of dollars are being funneled into Ukraine, which the speaker believes is a fraudulent and criminal endeavor. They express frustration over the lack of attention given to domestic issues, such as a recent derailment and chemical spill in Ohio that has left 4,000 people without safe drinking water. The speaker criticizes the prioritization of foreign affairs over the well-being of American citizens, stating that this pattern must come to an end. They predict that change will only come when pushed to the brink, and fear that the country is heading towards a disastrous outcome.

We spent $8 trillion on the war in Iraq and got nothing in return. We killed more Iraqis than Saddam Hussein, created ISIS, and caused millions of refugees. Then we spent $16 trillion on the pandemic with no results. Now we're doing bank bailouts regularly. The government cut Medicare for 15 million Americans while sending extra money to Ukraine. A friend had his food stamps cut by 90%, leaving him with only $25 a month. 30 million Americans are starving, which is unacceptable. We're failing to take care of those who played by the rules and promised to be taken care of in old age.

Putin was dealing with Biden, and he knew Ukraine was stealing money we sent. Under Trump, that stops, ending the fighting and our wasted money in a war we shouldn't be in. Ukraine's president admitted not knowing where half the money went, which has been widely reported. The money sent to Ukraine is paying off "war pimps" at the Pentagon, prolonging the war for profit while young men die. We were on both sides at the start of the war with gas contracts with Russia and giving money to Ukraine. Missile defense systems went to Ukraine and members of Congress had stock in the missile defense company. Putin is responsible, but why isn't there outrage about China? Because everything is made there and it's all about the dollars.

Since Joe Biden became president, the US government has spent billions of dollars on an undeclared war against Russia without explaining its purpose or benefits. The war has resulted in Ukraine receiving billions of dollars in aid, but it has not been successful in ending the conflict. Ukraine is unable to defeat Russia, and the rest of the world is aware of this. However, US media continues to falsely claim that Ukraine is winning. Republican leaders like Mitch McConnell are pushing for more funding to Ukraine, despite opposition from the majority of American voters. Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes the funding, highlighting the country's own issues and the lack of support from the American people.

I recently attended a meeting in an expensive Alpine town, overwhelmingly populated by wealthy Ukrainians spending lavishly. This is a pattern across Europe; the richest people are Ukrainian. This money, I believe, should belong to American taxpayers. Furthermore, I know that a significant portion, possibly half, of the arms we send to Ukraine are being sold, some ending up with drug cartels on our border. Our intelligence agencies are aware of this. The media reports Zelensky's denials, but the New York Times could easily order Ukrainian weapons online—this is a fact. The official death toll is likely a lie; the entire situation is a deception. Sending billions in aid without tracking its use is irresponsible, and the possibility of these weapons being used against us is terrifying. This situation mirrors the issues we faced with the Mujahideen in the 80s. The lack of transparency and accountability is appalling.