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The post discusses the Münchhausen Trilemma, a philosophical challenge to the foundation of knowledge, and presents a solution through the Axiom of Evidence, which asserts that sensory evidence is not entirely unreliable. The auth...
The author revisits their earlier essay on stratocracy, a government system where only those with military service can participate in governance. They argue that current social contract theories are flawed, as they overlook the so...
Vox Day's 'Probability Zero' presents a mathematical critique of Neo-Darwinism, arguing that natural selection fails to explain human-chimp genetic divergence and proposing Intelligent Genetic Manipulation as an alternative.
Dorsey's layoffs at Block highlight AI's impact on jobs and the economy, raising questions about future economic models and the human need for meaningful work.
6.4Well, That Happened Fast
2026-02-06 • agi nature market trends ai sequoia capital
The post examines the swift convergence of opinions on AI's effectiveness and the implications of AGI's emergence, urging recognition of its real-world impact.
The text argues that human consciousness is an illusion, equating human cognitive processes to those of AI, and challenges traditional views on subjective experience.
The post revisits stratocratic social contract theory, arguing that the current conflict in the West is between a ruling coalition favoring globalism and a populist coalition advocating nationalism. It discusses how the ruling coa...
The article discusses the alignment of the U.S. establishment around AI development as a solution to America's political, cultural, and economic crises. It highlights the U.S.'s advantages in AI infrastructure over China and argue...
Gary Brode provides a comprehensive analysis of the current macroeconomic state, arguing that the US is effectively bankrupt due to unsustainable debt levels, including off-balance-sheet liabilities. He critiques the financial rep...
Dr. Monzo argues that Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and artificial superintelligence (ASI) may have already arrived, challenging the conventional belief that they are still in the future. He uses the metaphor of mountain c...
Dr. Hans G. Schantz, a Principal Scientist at the Society for Post-Quantum Physics, is crowdfunding his book 'Fields & Energy Book I: Fundamentals and Origins of Electromagnetism.' He critiques conventional electromagnetism, argui...
The essay argues that the U.S. establishment is unified in its pursuit of AI development due to geopolitical competition with China and internal societal challenges. It posits that AI could be the key to revitalizing the American ...
The post explores Japan's economic issues, rising interest rates, and the implications for gold and silver prices amid government overspending and inflation.
The post highlights the importance of meaningful children's literature for boys, featuring an interview with Thomas O. Bethlehem about his book 'Fables For Young Wolves.'
The post advocates for 'counter-spoliation' in literature, promoting independent authors and the 'Based Book Sale' as a response to progressive cultural appropriation in storytelling.
Predictions for 2026 highlight a growing divide over AI's impact on society and a likely Democratic majority in Congress amid historical trends.
5.8Updating My Priors
2025-10-17 • politics economics international relations ai forecasts
The author reflects on their past predictions regarding the petrodollar system, global conflicts, and the future of America, emphasizing the psychological benefits of emotional distance from current events. They validate their pre...
The author recounts attending a candlelight vigil for Charlie Kirk, reflecting on the chilling effect of violence on free speech. He discusses the high costs associated with securing events for conservative speakers, particularly ...
The guest essay critiques the capabilities of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, arguing that while they can generate text that mimics human writing, they lack true intelligence and reasoning abilities. The author shares p...
The post discusses the historical trend of right-wing moderates disavowing far-right figures to distance themselves from extremist beliefs, tracing this practice back to 1950 with Senator Margaret Chase Smith's disavowal of Senato...
The author announces the launch of a new crowdfunding project titled 'Before All Others: The Cyclopedia of Elven Civilization' on Kickstarter. This 208-page sourcebook is designed for gamemasters, players, and elf enthusiasts, pro...
The author introduces Cosmarch.ai, a right-aligned multi-model AI platform developed from the concept of 'Python’s Wager,' which argues for the necessity of right-leaning AI in a future dominated by AI models. Cosmarch.ai features...
The author discusses a significant decline in productivity due to a chronic condition triggered by a COVID infection. After experiencing severe brain fog, fatigue, and visual disturbances, the author was diagnosed with allergic fu...