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The story explains how the modern food pyramid, introduced by the US Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Agriculture in 1992, grew out of a constellation of influences that favor plant-based eating and processed-free guidelines, with a surprising and less-discussed provenance tied to a small Christian denomination. It begins with Ellen G. White, who in 1863 said she received a message in a vision that humans should eat what she called the Garden of Eden diet—fruits, nuts, vegetables, and seeds, with no alcohol, no tobacco, no meat, and very little dairy. She founded the Seventh-day Adventist church in Battle Creek, Michigan. A key figure in translating her ideas into practice was John Preston Kellogg, founder of the Kellogg cereal enterprise. Kellogg, who had 11 children, employed John Harvey Kellogg, who typeset White’s writings and the temperance movement materials. The temperance reformers advocated abstaining from alcohol and meat and promoting a balance of exercise, rest, and cleanliness, even addressing masturbation as a public-health concern. Kellogg’s exposure to these ideas influenced him to create bland-tasting cereals and to promote a vegetarian diet, leading to inventions such as the cornflake in 1882, and more broadly to a line of health-focused products and patents. The influence extended into nutrition leadership and institutions. Lena Cooper, a Kellogg protege who led the development of nursing and nutrition education, helped establish the American Dietetic Association, served on the Surgeon General’s staff, and created the Department of Dietetics at the National Institutes of Health. Other Seventh-day Adventists—such as Harry Miller, who developed soy milk as a result of missionary work in China—continued to shape plant-based thinking. By 1988, the American Dietary Association formalized acceptance of vegetarianism, with eight of nine reviewers being vegetarians, five of whom were Seventh-day Adventists, while the others were vegetarians for non-religious reasons or funded by Coca-Cola. In 1992, the original USDA food pyramid emerged, influenced by these figures but also by sugar, soda, and seed lobbies. The narrative notes that Adventists still exert substantial influence today: they own food brands like Sanitarium (Weetabix, Vegemite) in Australia and Worthington and Cedar Lake in the United States, and they operate large health systems such as AdventHealth, universities, medical schools, and research centers, which publish nutrition research. The speaker emphasizes that this religious philosophy has historically guided research, products, and public-health recommendations, even though the Adventist population is a small portion of Americans. The discussion concludes by acknowledging ongoing questions about how much profit or ideological pressure shapes current dietary guidelines, while affirming that the pyramid promotes complete proteins, bioavailable fats, and essential micronutrients. The speaker invites viewers to consider who benefits from shifts in dietary guidelines and to share their thoughts.

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In 1637, the Pequot people were burned alive in their sleep by English colonies. The colonies were proud of this act and even had a statue honoring the man responsible, John Mason. Survivors were sold as slaves after being marched to Mass Bay Colony. They were humiliated and forbidden from calling themselves Native Americans. This incident marked the country's second religious day of Thanksgiving. The speaker urges people to understand the true history behind holidays like Thanksgiving and Columbus Day. They mention the mistreatment of Native Americans and the importance of respecting women. The speaker also criticizes the square buildings in America and emphasizes the need to learn from nature.

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The history of America is about rich white men dividing poor white people from black and brown individuals. In the colonial period, there was no concept of "white." Europeans didn't identify as such and were divided among themselves. However, the wealthy elite realized they needed to separate the poor Europeans and enslaved Africans to protect their own interests. They created the idea of whiteness, granting certain privileges to poor Europeans to align them with the elite. This allowed the rich to control and oppress black people. The creation of whiteness served as a tool to maintain power and prevent unity among the oppressed.

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The speaker traces a controversial thread about the origins and influences behind the U.S. dietary guidelines, arguing that a small Christian denomination, the Seventh-day Adventists, played a powerful and little-known role in shaping the food pyramid and dietary policy. - The story begins with Ellen G. White, who in 1863 claimed that God gave her a vision calling for the Garden of Eden diet: fruits, nuts, vegetables, and seeds, with no alcohol, no tobacco, no meat, and very little dairy. This became foundational for the Seventh-day Adventist church, founded in Battle Creek, Michigan. - John Preston Kellogg, father of John Harvey Kellogg, was instrumental in spreading White’s ideas. Kellogg, who ran a publishing and temperance effort, produced bland cereals and promoted a vegetarian diet. He invented the cornflake in 1882 and expanded into a broader line of patents, including what the speaker claims as the first veggie burger. - The influence of the Seventh-day Adventists extended into government-adjacent health work through figures connected to Kellogg. Lena Cooper, a Kellogg protegé who helped establish the American Dietetic Association (ADA), served on the Surgeon General’s staff and created a Department of Dietetics at the National Institute of Health. Other Adventists such as Harry Miller, a missionary in China, contributed to ideas like soy milk. - By 1988, the American Dietetic Association formally accepted vegetarianism, with eight of nine reviewers being vegetarians; five were Seventh-day Adventists, and one of the remaining non-Adventist reviewers was funded by Coca-Cola. - In 1992, the original USDA food pyramid was introduced, an occasion tied in the narrative to longstanding Adventist influence, though the speaker acknowledges other competing influences such as sugar, soda, and seed lobbyists. - The speaker notes ongoing Adventist involvement in health and food industries: Adventists own large brands like Sanitarium (Weetabix, Vegemite, and more), Worthington (plant-based meats), Cedar Lake (beans, rice, sugar, coffee), and other enterprises. They also run AdventHealth, a major health system in the U.S., and education and research institutions. - This influence, the speaker argues, persists despite the Adventist demographic being relatively small (about 1.2 to 1.3 million, roughly 0.4% of Americans). The claim is that their religious philosophy informs nutrition research, product development, and health-care decisions. - The presenter compares this to RFK Jr.’s stance, suggesting RFK Jr. advocates a more evidence-based food pyramid, and questions whether the current pyramid is free from profit or ideological pressure. The summary emphasizes the need to scrutinize who benefits from guidelines and their power dynamics, while noting that the pyramid promotes complete proteins, bioavailable fats, and essential micronutrients. The speaker invites audience reflection on whether they were aware of the Adventist influence on American dietary guidelines and health institutions, and to share thoughts in the comments.

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On Thanksgiving, we remember the pilgrims who came to America seeking freedom and the blessings of God. George Washington and Abraham Lincoln established a day of thanksgiving, and today we honor those who came before us and those who protect our nation. We are grateful for the men and women in uniform who cannot be with their families, as they defend our country. We also appreciate the Americans who help those in need and the first responders who risk their lives to save others. Despite hardships, we have seen the strength of the American spirit as neighbors and strangers come together. We are one people, one American family, bound by love and loyalty. We give thanks for our loved ones and ask for God's blessings on our land. Happy Thanksgiving. God bless you and God bless America.

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The real story of Thanksgiving begins in the early 17th century when the Church of England persecuted those who challenged its authority. A group of separatists fled to Holland and eventually decided to make a perilous journey to the new world. They faced hardship and half of them died during the first winter. They survived and met Native Americans who helped them. However, the pilgrims struggled with socialism and collectivism, which led to confusion and discontent. They eventually embraced capitalism and private property rights, which brought prosperity to the colony. The true story of Thanksgiving is about the pilgrims' gratitude to God for their survival and the success they achieved through individual incentive and free enterprise.

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In the late 1700s, the United States faced the issue of its sailors being taken as slaves by the Barbary states in North Africa. Around 1.5 million European and American slaves were estimated to have been taken between 1750 and 1850. Thomas Jefferson and John Adams confronted the ambassador in London, questioning why this was happening. The ambassador's response was that the Quran permitted them to do so because the Americans were considered infidels. In response, Jefferson sent a navy to crush the Barbary states. It is important to note that Islamic fundamentalism is not a result of American democracy, and blaming the US for it is a false narrative.

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The celebration of this day is rooted in history. The men who pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honors knew the risk of high treason to the crown. Benjamin Franklin emphasized the importance of unity to avoid individual punishment.

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To avoid tyranny, it's crucial to be self-sufficient and not rely on the government for basic needs like food, shelter, education, and healthcare. If the government controls these aspects of your life, they have the power to manipulate and oppress you. History has shown that governments can become tyrannical, and if that happens, you're in trouble. Our forefathers understood this well, and it's a lesson that needs to be relearned by the American people. When a government has the power to give people everything they want, it also has the power to take everything they have. We believe that freedom is more important than anything else, even if collectivism seems morally acceptable or leads to a higher standard of living.

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The Catholic Church, specifically Pope Boniface VIII in 1302, created the first expressed trust in history. This trust concept originated from Crusaders leaving their homes and riches behind to fight in Jerusalem. They would entrust their property to a trusted friend, who became the trustee. However, some trustees decided to keep the treasures when the Crusaders returned, and the courts supported their right to do so. This marked the beginning of the trust system, which worked for most people but not for those who didn't get their property back.

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The United States of America was founded in 1776 by wealthy, educated men who risked everything for liberty. They pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor, enduring hardships and loss. Despite being prosperous, they valued freedom over security, paying the ultimate price for independence.

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The Templars were accused of devil worship, idolatry, and other dark practices. Despite being officially dissolved, many Templars escaped and found refuge in Scotland and Portugal. The Templars' influence is seen in Freemasonry and global banking dynasties. Understanding their history is crucial to grasping the origins of secret societies and their impact on the world today. Their connection to the Church of England and the Protestant Reformation reveals a hidden power structure that still influences society. Learning about the Templars helps to uncover the truth behind the world's major events and power dynamics.

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Christopher Columbus isn't the hero we were taught. His paintings show a hand symbol linked to the Tartarians, a people erased from history who were already in America when Columbus arrived. Funded partly by wealth confiscated from Jews expelled from Spain in 1492, Columbus's voyage may have carried Jews seeking a haven for Freemasonry. Early America had a significant, wealthy Jewish Freemason presence. Masonic symbols, like the Star of David, appear on the dollar bill, connecting to the magical properties associated with King Solomon's temple, a key symbol for Masons. America isn't the land of the free, it's the land of the Freemasons, a Jewish enterprise from the start, seeking freedom to practice their occultic religion.

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Irish people were the first slaves in America, a history that is largely ignored. They were taken from Ireland, treated like animals, and sold for less than African slaves in the 1600s. Known as "white cargo," over 300,000 Irish were shipped to the Caribbean and American colonies. They endured harsh conditions on sugar plantations, dying from disease, beatings, and starvation, with unmarked graves and forgotten names. Some were transported in coffin ships, never to return. The term "redneck" originated from the Irish laborers burned by the Caribbean sun. While others were freed, remembered, or repaid, the Irish received nothing. History was rewritten, renaming them indentured servants to conceal the truth, resulting in no reparations, monuments, or recognition in education.

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It's interesting how discussions about slavery often imply that America created it. However, many ancient empires, like Egypt, Rome, Greece, and Mali, also relied on slavery. In Africa, tribal conflicts led to the capture and sale of people into slavery long before European involvement. These conversations are challenging and often avoided due to their emotional weight. The narrative of oppression has overshadowed the rich and complex history of various peoples. America uniquely fought a civil war over slavery, aiming to humanize slaves and legislate their freedom. Despite this, many in America still express grievances about privileges that others around the world lack. Today, slavery persists in various countries, and many people still endure these harsh realities.

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Once, Palestine was home to Christians, Muslims, and Jews, under Ottoman rule in the 1800s. After World War I, Britain claimed the land, promising support for Zionism. Many Jews sought refuge, but tensions rose as their intentions became clear. In 1948, Israel established itself, displacing thousands of Palestinians who lost their homes and rights. The conflict escalated, raising questions about humanity and dignity. It's crucial to recognize the ongoing struggle for Palestinian freedom and understand the complexities of the situation. Standing against war crimes is not anti-Semitic; it's about justice. Learn the true story of Palestine.

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The Middle East used to have many Jews, but now there are very few left due to persecution and discrimination. When Israel was created in 1948, many Jews fled for their lives. It's important to respect each other's history and promote acceptance, freedom, and kindness to ensure a safe home for all.

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During the prohibition, alcohol was banned because people were using it as a source of energy for their cars and homes. They would ferment food scraps to create their own alcohol, which was a renewable and easily accessible form of energy. However, the government prohibited its production and possession, claiming that it burned cleanly and would have had less harmful environmental effects. Interestingly, the elites who made these decisions continued to drink alcohol themselves. This reveals that the real reason for the prohibition was not related to the environment, but likely had financial motivations.

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The story of the pilgrims begins in the early 17th century when they faced persecution in England for their religious beliefs. Seeking freedom, a group of about 40 separatists fled to Holland and later decided to journey to the New World aboard the Mayflower in 1620. Upon arrival, they encountered harsh conditions, and many perished during the first winter. Initially, they operated under a communal system, which proved ineffective and led to resentment among settlers. Governor William Bradford then assigned individual plots of land, allowing families to manage their own resources. This shift to private property and free enterprise resulted in increased productivity and prosperity. The pilgrims established trading posts with the indigenous people, leading to a successful settlement. The first Thanksgiving celebrated their gratitude to God for their blessings, marking a significant moment in their journey.

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Throughout history, a group aims to control people by destroying religions, governments, and enslaving them to debt. They manipulate through propaganda, keeping people ignorant and happy in their system. The American people are unaware of this enemy, leading to their defeat. To win, a free press is needed to awaken the masses from their sheep-like state before a civil war erupts. The country was built by bold individuals, and without reclaiming that spirit, it will be lost.

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The Nazis shut down all press and means of conveying information when they came to power. It is claimed that social media and freedom of speech would have made it impossible for them to hide. The First Amendment in the United States guarantees freedom of speech because those who came to the United States from other countries did not have it. It is asserted that, in their countries of origin, people could be imprisoned or killed for speaking freely. The ability to say what you want without being imprisoned or killed was the first correction to the Constitution.

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Rush Limbaugh, who passed away on February 17, 2021, emphasized the true story of Thanksgiving, which is often misrepresented. The Pilgrims, fleeing persecution in England, sought freedom to worship and established a community based on biblical principles. Their initial socialist system failed due to lack of incentives, leading to hardship and discontent. Recognizing this, Governor William Bradford assigned land to families, allowing them to benefit from their labor. This shift to private property and free enterprise led to prosperity and gratitude, primarily directed toward God, not the Native Americans. George Washington's first Thanksgiving proclamation highlighted this gratitude to God for blessings. The essence of Thanksgiving is unity under God and recognizing our blessings, a tradition that should be honored.

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The story of Thanksgiving begins in the early 17th century when pilgrims, fleeing persecution in England, set sail on the Mayflower in 1620. Led by William Bradford, they sought freedom to worship. Upon arriving in New England, they faced harsh conditions, with many perishing during the first winter. Initially, they practiced a communal system of sharing resources, which proved ineffective and led to starvation. Recognizing this, Bradford assigned individual plots of land to families, fostering personal motivation and productivity. This shift to private property resulted in increased food production and prosperity, allowing them to pay off debts and attract more settlers. The true Thanksgiving story is one of gratitude to God for guidance and the success of capitalism, not merely thanks to the Native Americans for survival.

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Benjamin Friedman on the Origins of Economic Belief | Conversations with Tyler
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In this conversation, Tyler Cowen interviews Benjamin Friedman about his book, *Religion and the Rise of Capitalism*. Friedman argues that modern Western economics has deep intellectual roots in religious thought, particularly from the Protestant tradition, which influences American attitudes toward capitalism and market competition. He notes that Americans' stronger religious beliefs correlate with their preference for market competition over socialism, a contrast to Western Europe. Friedman discusses the historical shift from Catholicism to Protestantism in shaping economic ideas, highlighting the role of thinkers like Adam Smith and David Hume. He attributes the mid-20th century alliance between religious and economic conservatism to a shared fear of communism, which united these groups against a common enemy. The conversation also touches on the lack of stable liberal democracies in Eastern Orthodox countries, attributing this partly to the legacy of Soviet communism. Friedman acknowledges the influence of cultural factors and geography on economic development, referencing David Landes' work on the wealth of nations. Friedman concludes by emphasizing the long-lasting impact of religious thought on economic perspectives, even as American religiosity declines. He expresses optimism about the potential for economic growth to foster democratic values, while cautioning against complacency regarding economic stagnation.

The Rubin Report

Trump’s Persuasion and Presidency | Scott Adams | POLITICS | Rubin Report
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Thanksgiving is celebrated as a uniquely American holiday, blending various cultural traditions. It emphasizes family, friends, and food, serving as a reminder of the freedoms and opportunities available in the U.S. Despite political differences, the holiday encourages unity and gratitude for the goodness in life. Scott Adams, creator of the Dilbert comic strip and author of "Win Bigly," discusses his views on persuasion and politics. He reflects on his initial skepticism about Trump but ultimately supported him due to concerns over the estate tax. Adams emphasizes that people often make decisions based on emotions rather than facts, which complicates political discourse. He notes that Trump's persuasive techniques, rooted in optimism and branding, have significantly influenced public perception and political dynamics. Adams argues that the media's portrayal of Trump often misses the mark, focusing on sensationalism rather than substance. He believes that the public's understanding of political events, including the Russia investigation, is muddled by misinformation and bias. He suggests that the current political landscape is characterized by a disconnect between approval ratings and economic performance. He predicts that if Trump continues to achieve tangible successes, such as improvements in healthcare and economic growth, public perception may shift positively. Adams acknowledges the challenges of navigating political conversations, especially with those who hold opposing views, and stresses the importance of understanding persuasion in these discussions. He concludes that while the political environment is tumultuous, it is also an opportunity for growth and change.
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