OpnState

Let every man make known what kind of government would command his respect, and that will be one step towards obtaining it. -Thoreau, on Civil Disabedience

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2024-09-19 18:48:33

Preparing my keynote for adopting bitcoin 2024 in El Salvador this November. It will be a message specifically catered to the country entitled "Complying Into a Guilded Cage ; How your country is losing its sovereignty".
I hope it's not too forward. In it, I look at El Salvador's most recent FATF evaluation report (just released Sept 9th). https://www.fatf-gafi.org/en/publications/Mutualevaluations/el-salvador-mer-2024.html
Let's see how that goes.

2024-09-19 18:33:46

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This is why I come to Nostr.
Another good video about the "nuclear scare scam" which is in the same vein, pun intended.
https://rumble.com/v4ppkhi-the-nuclear-scare-scam.html

2024-09-19 18:29:42

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DeGoogled phone and Linux on your computer as baseline. Our future depends on people taking small steps

2024-09-19 18:26:43

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Look forward to the new interview! Tell your guest about the power of FOIs 😁

2024-09-19 02:45:38

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Thanks , glad you enjoyed, now go and send an FOI :)

2024-09-18 17:47:19

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Commendable and an excellent approach. Dictator Musk (or WEF puppet X CEO) will likely ban nostr links in time, however that's a sign you got to them isn't it

2024-09-18 16:56:57

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Haha, fair.
Really just doing what I preach - looking for discussions on topics I find interesting.
The more we discuss and debate, the better when it's done in a respectful manner.

2024-09-18 14:42:29

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Who does the hanging?
A government can be given power, or extract it via violence. Either way there are humans behind every expression of "legitimacy".
Its always humans who give a government power. True, humans with guns can instill a lot of "legitimacy", and disproportionally so.

2024-09-18 14:24:23

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People seek expediency by default because our brains are wired to expend the least amount of energy possible as a route to efficiency.
So, people delegate governance and thus we have the rule by majority.
In my opinion It is immoral only to the extent that the minority individual cannot freely leave if he disagrees. In a free and open world , an individual could just leave if he disagrees with the majority. There are many barriers to doing this today, so leaving often isn't an option.

2024-09-18 14:19:23

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In a way we are arguing to the same end. I suggested in the podcast that those who vote provide legitimacy to the government, and thus bear some responsibility for the governments actions.
Its just a thought I often ponder and knew it would be contravertial.
I also ask what would happen if no one voted in an election? What signal would that send? Would a government (elected by , say, 5% of the population) be legitimate?

2024-09-18 13:46:52

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You are essentially arguing against the validity of voting in the first place. I see your point and really appreciate the images.
Are you completely comfortable brushing aside the concept that a government rules by the consent of the governed, because the voting process is rigged to achieve a certain end result?
Where does the government get its power from? Itself? Would that make any sense?
Only humans can grant power or extract it to/from another. I can grant myself the title of King right now, but my title only has power if other grant it to me.

2024-09-18 12:44:58

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This is only true if one side asymetrically stops voting, giving the other side a decisive victory over the other.
How to improve the system is a difficult question; is it done by participating (and hoping the person elected makes a change) or is it done by "voting out" and building a better alternative?
Tangent, but You may find this interesting:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qf7ws2DF-zk

2024-09-18 12:37:31

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VPN set to Los Angeles!

2024-09-18 12:25:51

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You may also be interested in Represent.us
Its old, but it did have traction, and no reason why it can't be kickstarted again. Lobbying is legalized corruption.

2024-09-18 12:18:49

Some YouTube commenter said this on my recent TFTC appearance :
He is suggesting that voters are responsible for government actions by participating in voting. That by voting you are an enabler. That is illogical. If no one voted (except the politicians voting for themselves), we would arguably have a much worse government, as only the most power hungry, corrupt people would run, vote themselves in & make laws that benefit themselves to the detriment of the rest of society. I hear anarchists use the same flawed argument.
I find it a shame he didn't chose to post the comment on Nostr, as I'd love to discuss this point. I find it interesting that a voter chooses to participate and yet wishes not to be held responsible for the actions of the elected government. People really do consider themselves separate from the government, when in truth the government has power because it is given by its people.
What does Nostr think?

2024-09-17 21:10:24

I'd be very interested in hearing successes, and failures of Nostr users sending #FOI
What you sent one? What happened?
If not, why aren't you willing to send one?

2024-09-17 15:29:39

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Link was changed. Here's the proper one
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNWiG6k8STI

2024-09-17 13:26:46

My first debut in the world of bitcoin podcasting. Thank you TFTC for spreading the good word and creating a platform where we can speak up.
#introductions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNWiG6k8STI

2024-09-06 14:03:42

There's a need for action, no matter how insignificant. Just being on Nostr today is action, so pat yourself on the back
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/has-stop-harris-denounces-unfettered-free-speech-2019-cnn-interview

2024-09-05 11:45:56

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Send freedom of information for every representative asking to see any/all emails from their inbox that contain the title of this legislation.
You need to see what you can uncover.

2024-09-05 11:37:11

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More important than that picture of someone pouring a coffee you were going to click like on.

2024-09-01 12:29:11

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Rule of Law works in practice, but with a large delay and only if bad actions are properly challenged by someone who has the means to see it through. A flaw in the current system for sure

2024-08-31 22:10:22

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Link sent!

2024-08-31 22:10:13

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Link sent !

2024-08-31 20:56:19

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I was not aware of either of those projects. Thank you.
The way to dev is to dev without a governable structure (no company, foundation, not for profit, etc) and anonymously.
Strange to think simple messenger apps may be targets for gov intervention .

2024-08-31 20:25:11

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Sent link to you both, see you in chat!

2024-08-31 20:23:21

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Ultimately any app that offers privacy and anonymity with doxxed devs is at risk of gov pressure.
Using simplex now, best there is that I can see

2024-08-31 20:19:31

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SimpleX okay? I can pm link

2024-08-31 19:36:36

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2024-08-26 11:48:16

Have a new project you're wanting to start? Don't incorporate a new company. Legal entities make you governable.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddvHagjmRJY

2024-08-24 18:55:50

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Classic

2024-08-24 18:09:39

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Step 1. Jurisdiction passes law restricting encrypted secure social platforms, requiring back doors, etc.
Legislation has criminal penalties for non compliance.
Step 2. Jurisdiction will take 1-2 years to "police the perimeter" and identify entities within scope of the legislation.
Step 3. Ban-Hammer nails down non compliant platforms, enforcement phase. Usually 3-4 years after passing of legislation.
We are (in UK, Canada, aus, EU, ) currently in step 2.
Mozilla and all other entities may bring enforcement matters to court however once a law is passed it's really hard to argue against it. Judges enforce the laws and interpret them.
I wouldn't assume mozzila backing protects from 1984 government. Problem is most of those entities are doxxed and thus have balls to grab. Government will grab them and squeeze.
solution : don't be doxxed. dont use legal entities like foundations or not for profits for your projects. Do them a-la-satoshi and give a finger to the central state

2024-08-24 02:38:52

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Epstein disinformation? She literally wrote the book.

2024-08-24 02:36:11

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But will they appreciate it

2024-08-06 15:12:36

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Thank you for sharing this

2024-08-06 15:07:53

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This video almost seems contrived to be spread around social media to instill fear in those who watch it.
"I better censor myself now!"

2024-08-06 01:56:33

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Actually watched this to the end. Very informative!

2024-08-05 20:51:46

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Freedom of informations are your friend here. Ask for emails relating to bitcoin mining from the state ministry/department in the FOI and unmask what the true issues really are.
FOIs are very easy to send and often free. Worth ten minutes of your day?

2024-08-05 20:44:33

I'll make my first post a reflection on the 9/11 state of emergency. You know, the state of emergency that allowed TSA at the airport, and anti-money laundering KYC at your local bank.
Did you know the state of emergency has had to be renewed every year since 2001? It expires every year, yet every year it gets renewed. Yes, even mighty Trump renewed it.
Do you think 9/11 events still warrant your loss of rights to this day still? Why does this have to be renewed year after year?
What would happen if it wasn't renewed? What would go away?

2024-08-05 20:40:36

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Long time Nostr user under another npub, I'm a civil servant who will bespeaking at the adopting bitcoin conference in El Salvador this year.
I've never taken any public-facing roles before, but seeing what I see I felt I couldn't be silent any longer.
I plan on speaking about the erosion of state sovereignty and what you can do today to help make your government more open and transparent.

2024-07-25 02:36:36

Let's have a discussion about the centralization of government at adopting bitcoin el Salvador.
https://sv24.adoptingbitcoin.org/speakers/opnstate