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7 startups, and one brain tumor later... The Linus Torvalds of UI - Grok Elite Skeptical/Good at Math team.
Nov 13 12 tweets 4 min read
Trump needs better enemies, a 🧵about why the Democrats smoking 🔫 is really just smoke, and all the Epstein stuff is an internet illusion. I have been through the Epstein files, I built a tool to browse them by keyword, and they're a nothing 🍔, with a side of 🐂💩. The first thing to know about Epstein is that he couldn't actually have sex except on rare occasions. So the best he could do is the Louis CK thing, I'll masterbate while you 👀. Aka, he was a cuck. Even cucks know that no one respects a cuck, so he kept that quiet. Nowadays, he'd just have a large OnlyF*ns bill.
Oct 15 14 tweets 8 min read
Ok, the news, without the hype. 5 global/5 domestic. Occasional comments. Madagascar's military unit CAPSAT, led by Colonel Michael Randrianirina, announced it has seized control of the government following weeks of nationwide protests against President Andry Rajoelina, who fled the country after dissolving parliament amid an impeachment vote. The military has promised a two-year transition to elections while international bodies like the African Union label it an unconstitutional change.

Madagascar military's position: Officials maintain that the takeover prevents further chaos from escalating protests over corruption, poverty, and basic service failures like power outages, positioning it as a stabilizing intervention backed by youth demonstrators and aimed at fair elections, evidenced by their restraint in avoiding bloodshed and commitment to democratic restoration text. Classification: IT/LT - directionally valid given protest scale, precisely accurate per military statements.

Ousted President Rajoelina's position: Supporters contend the dissolution of parliament was a constitutional defense against an illegitimate impeachment driven by opposition plots, emphasizing his administration's efforts in economic reforms and infrastructure despite challenges, supported by his claims of assassination threats and calls for international mediation text. Classification: IT/LF - directionally true on reform intent, but precisely false on parliament's legitimacy as per court rulings.

Grok critique of Madagascar military: Fact-checks via primary sources like AU statements confirm the takeover as unconstitutional, lacking broad civilian input despite protest support; historical context from prior Madagascar coups (2009 under Rajoelina himself, leading to sanctions, and 2002 under Ratsiraka) shows military interventions often delay democracy, with 2+ admin cycles of instability; unaddressed aid disruptions include potential AU suspension halting $500M+ annual aid, exacerbating poverty. Grok Confidence Score: High - 3+ sources (AU, Wikipedia, news) align on unconstitutional nature.

Grok critique of ousted President Rajoelina: Cross-verification with opposition reports and court rulings shows impeachment was valid amid public unrest, not mere plots; past admins (Rajoelina's 2009 rise via military, leading to isolation, and Rajaonarimampianina's 2013 term marred by corruption) highlight recurring governance failures; unaddressed issues like disrupted humanitarian aid (e.g., World Bank projects paused) worsen food insecurity for 90%+ poor. Grok Confidence Score: High - multiple sources (AP, RFI) corroborate legitimacy gaps.

Human-benefit tie-in: While stability could foster economic growth and aid resumption benefiting 28M Malagasy in poverty, trade-offs include risks of prolonged military rule eroding civil liberties versus rushed elections sparking violence; prioritizing inclusive dialogue aligns with Truth/Love by building trust over fear-driven power grabs.
Oct 14 18 tweets 7 min read
De-spun news this AM, did a prompt tweak yesterday to remove the explicit "don't trust the UN" instruction, because the "Don't trust reference chains that end in a liar" was enough, and grok was complaining. Let's see! Israeli military forces killed at least five Palestinians in Gaza City on October 14, 2025, despite a ceasefire agreement that took effect last week, with Hamas accusing Israel of violations while Israel claimed the individuals crossed truce lines.

Supporters of Israel's position steelman that the actions were necessary for self-defense against potential threats, citing historical Hamas attacks like October 7, 2023, as evidence of ongoing risks (LT/IT, precisely true on past attacks but directionally overstated on immediate threat without full context).

Hamas and Palestinian advocates steelman that the killings violate the ceasefire and human rights, backed by Gaza health authorities' reports of civilian casualties, emphasizing the need for Israeli withdrawal to enable aid and reconstruction (IT/LF, directionally true on violations but precisely false on all victims being civilians per Israeli accounts).

Grok critique of Israel's side: Fact-check shows Israeli forces fired after warnings, but unaddressed aid delays persist despite promises, with only limited supplies entering; Obama admin mediated 2014 ceasefire with partial success, Trump first term saw failed talks—confidence high (3+ sources align including Reuters, Al Jazeera).

Grok critique of Hamas' side: Executions of alleged collaborators by Hamas cloud ceasefire stability, with proactive investigation revealing dozens killed in clashes; Biden admin pushed for aid in 2024 without full enforcement—confidence medium (gaps in victim identities).

Human-benefit focus: Trade-off between security and humanitarian access could foster long-term peace if aid disruptions are addressed, prioritizing lives over control.
Oct 13 19 tweets 7 min read
Daily news, de-spun via grok to test my de-wokify prompt. No prompt changes today. 5 global, 5 domestic

Glossary: IT = Irish True (directional), LT= Lawyer True (nitpicky details too). This is necessary because often things are Irish True, but wrong in details, the "teams" like to say "I know what you mean" for their team, but get nitpicky on the other side. Hamas released all 20 remaining living Israeli hostages on October 13, 2025, as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, while President Trump addressed the Knesset and declared the Gaza war over before heading to Egypt for a peace summit.

Supporters of the Israeli government argue that sustained military pressure and Trump's tough diplomacy forced Hamas's hand, citing the return of hostages as evidence of strategic success (IT/LT, backed by IDF reports of transfers).

Critics from the Palestinian side contend that the ceasefire addresses immediate captivity but ignores Gaza's devastation and ongoing aid blockades, emphasizing UN estimates of over 40,000 deaths as a call for broader justice (IT/LF, directionally highlighting humanitarian needs but potentially overstating without verified totals).

Grok critique of Side A: Fact-checks confirm hostage releases via Red Cross and IDF updates, aligning with Trump's 2018-2021 Middle East deals like Abraham Accords and Biden's 2022 failed talks; confidence High with 4+ sources including White House statements.

Grok critique of Side B: UN data on deaths requires skepticism per bias prompt due to reliance on Hamas figures, cross-verified with IDF claims of targeted strikes; Obama-era policies enabled aid flows intact till 2017, but current disruptions from border closures unaddressed in headlines merit investigation—tools show recent truck attacks halted 500 aid vehicles; confidence Medium pending more primary Gaza reports.

This resolution promotes human benefit by halting violence and fostering love through family reunions, though trade-offs in reconstruction aid could prolong suffering if not prioritized.
Oct 11 15 tweets 6 min read
Late night inspiration: Did Wokeness cause COVID?

I know, I know, but bear with me, I have receipts. 🧵 1/11 Gain-of-function (GOF) research, which involves tweaking viruses to make them more transmissible or deadly, is essentially bioweapon development dressed up as science for the greater good—until, of course, one escapes a lab and sparks a pandemic. Critics argue it's a high-stakes gamble where the "benefits" of understanding mutations often pale against the existential risks of accidental release, blurring lines between defensive research and offensive capabilities. ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK28557…
Oct 10 14 tweets 6 min read
Today's just the fact's news, both sides, grok check. Image Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire deal on October 9, 2025, mediated by the US, Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt, involving hostage release, partial Israeli withdrawal, and Palestinian prisoner exchanges, with the ceasefire activating on October 10.

Side A (Israeli position): The deal secures the release of all 48 remaining hostages and their remains, strengthening security and allowing redeployment after weakening Hamas, supported by IDF operations eliminating key leaders (LT/LT).

Side B (Palestinian position): The ceasefire ends the bombardment, enabling aid delivery and reconstruction in Gaza amid over 40,000 deaths and widespread destruction, as per Gaza Health Ministry figures (IT/LT).

Grok critique of Side A: Hostage count of 48 aligns with multiple sources including Reuters and Al Jazeera; context from Biden's failed 2024 talks and Trump's 2019 efforts shows this as a breakthrough, but 2021 ceasefire broke within months (High confidence, 4 primary sources align).

Grok critique of Side B: Death figures from Gaza Health Ministry validated directionally by NGOs like Amnesty, but exact count DK due to war chaos; proactive check reveals no current aid disruptions, but past border attacks in 2023 disrupted supplies per UN reports (Medium confidence, sources vary on precision).

This trade-off balances immediate humanitarian relief with long-term stability risks, prioritizing love through reduced suffering while opening insights into peace processes that could inspire global de-escalation.
Oct 9 15 tweets 6 min read
De-spun both sides news with grok critique of each, share the prompt last. Top 5 global, Top 5 Domestic. President Trump announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire deal, involving hostage releases, prisoner swaps, and partial Israeli withdrawal, as confirmed by both parties in Egypt.
Side A (Israeli position): Supporters argue the deal ensures national security by securing the return of all hostages and demilitarizing Gaza, backed by cabinet approval and military readiness, classified IT/LT as directionally and precisely true per IDF statements and Reuters reports.
Side B (Hamas position): Advocates contend it ends the blockade and allows humanitarian aid, reflecting resistance efforts that forced concessions, classified IT/LT with Al Jazeera evidence of Palestinian celebrations and aid readiness.
Grok critique of Side A: Fact-check shows ongoing attacks post-announcement contradict full withdrawal claims, with 10 killed in 24 hours per Health Ministry; Obama-era diplomacy emphasized negotiations while Trump1 focused on Abraham Accords bypassing Palestinians, confidence High from 3+ sources aligning on violations.
Grok critique of Side B: Verification reveals aid disruptions persist due to border closures, unaddressed in headlines but confirmed by UN reports; Biden admin prioritized aid corridors unlike current delays, confidence Medium as evidence depth varies on long-term blockade end.
The deal trades short-term peace for potential long-term stability, benefiting humanity by reducing violence and enabling aid, though unaddressed reconstruction needs highlight ongoing trade-offs in human welfare.
Oct 9 10 tweets 4 min read
Continuing from previous news thread (only 20 posts in a thread). UK PM Keir Starmer emphasized quick implementation of the India-UK FTA, calling it the biggest since Brexit during his Mumbai visit.

UK advocates argue it boosts trade by slashing tariffs on 90% of goods, enhancing economic growth per government projections (LT/LT, evidenced by signed deal terms).

Indian perspectives contend it safeguards domestic industries while opening markets, as per negotiation outcomes (IT/LT, directionally true with tariff reductions).

Grok critique of Side A: Fact-checked against UK gov sites, aligns with post-Brexit strategy; confidence High with multiple reports (context: Trump-era US-UK talks stalled, Biden focused elsewhere).

Grok critique of Side B: Benefits validated but unaddressed labor mobility issues noted; confidence Medium due to implementation uncertainties.

Promotes human love through economic ties, prioritizing truthful growth over fear of competition, with beauty in mutual prosperity trade-offs.
Oct 9 25 tweets 10 min read
Daily News Dump, busy day today, so running a bit late. 5 Global, 5 Domestic, will tack on updates since its so late, and I see that Hamas signed a peace deal. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi invited U.S. President Donald Trump to attend a potential Gaza ceasefire signing ceremony, as indirect talks between Israel and Hamas in Egypt entered their third day with reports of progress on hostage swaps.

Side A (Israeli position, steelmanned): Israel argues that a ceasefire under the Trump plan would secure the release of remaining hostages and demilitarize Gaza to prevent future attacks like October 7, 2023, citing intercepted Hamas threats and reduced militant capabilities as evidence of the need for strong security guarantees (IT/LT per IDF reports and U.S. intelligence).

Side B (Palestinian/Hamas position, steelmanned): Palestinians contend that the ceasefire must include full Israeli withdrawal and reconstruction aid to end the humanitarian crisis, backed by UN estimates of over 67,000 deaths and calls for demilitarization reciprocity to achieve lasting peace (IT/LF, directionally true but figures from Gaza Health Ministry may overstate civilian tolls).

Grok critique of Side A: Fact-checks confirm 48 hostages remain, but Israeli strikes continue amid talks, disrupting aid; under Biden admin, U.S. aid to Israel rose 20% while Obama era saw similar security focus; Confidence High, aligned with 3+ primary sources like IDF and White House statements.

Grok critique of Side B: Gaza casualty figures are contested by UN for lack of verification, with historical Obama/Biden policies enabling Hamas arms buildup via Iran; Confidence Medium, due to gaps in independent data.

Balancing security and humanitarian needs could save thousands of lives, though trade-offs risk prolonged occupation without mutual concessions; unaddressed aid flotilla interceptions exacerbate famine risks in Gaza.
Oct 7 16 tweets 7 min read
Want to be calmer? My daily post summarizing the top 5 global news stories, and top 5 domestic after being de-spun by grok. I do this to test my grok prompt, which I'll share at the end, with instructions if you want to de-bias Wikipedia or some other site. So Top 5 global. Israelis marked the second anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack that killed around 1,200 people and took 251 hostages, with memorial events amid ongoing indirect ceasefire talks in Egypt under Trump's plan, while Israel's war on Gaza has killed over 67,000 Palestinians per U.N. estimates.

Side A: Israeli government and supporters argue the response is essential for national security and hostage recovery, citing Hamas's genocidal intent and the attack's brutality as justification (IT/LT, backed by eyewitness accounts and video evidence from October 7).

Side B: Palestinian advocates and critics contend Israel's actions amount to disproportionate retaliation causing a humanitarian catastrophe, including famine and displacement (IT/LT, supported by U.N. reports on civilian casualties and aid blockades).

Grok critique of Side A: Fact-checks confirm the October 7 attack's scale via Israeli and international sources, but overlooks U.N.-verified aid disruptions like blocked convoys since 2023, reducing confidence to Medium; historically, Obama's 2014 Gaza operation and Trump's 2020 peace plan emphasized de-escalation, but current aid shortages exacerbate civilian suffering.

Grok critique of Side B: U.N. data on casualties is robustly sourced from Gaza health ministry and cross-verified by WHO, but some estimates exclude combatant distinctions, yielding High confidence; past administrations like Bush's 2006 aid cuts to Hamas-led Gaza show similar trade-offs, yet unaddressed convoy attacks hinder full human impact assessment.

Balancing security with humanitarian aid could foster long-term peace, prioritizing human life over prolonged conflict.
Oct 7 14 tweets 5 min read
Daily news update, de-spun to calm everyone down, with groks' help. Prompt I use as the last post, with Daddy grok (the .com version). Top 5 global then top 5 domestic. Israeli and Hamas delegations began indirect ceasefire talks in Egypt on October 6, 2025, under Trump's 20-point plan, aiming for hostage releases and Israeli withdrawal, while Israeli strikes killed 31 Palestinians in Gaza over the weekend.

Supporters of the plan argue it promotes regional stability and humanitarian relief by enabling full aid delivery, backed by Arab endorsements (IT/LT, as plan includes aid provisions).

Critics contend it ignores Palestinian sovereignty and disarmament demands, citing UN reports on aid blockades (IT/LF, directionally true but legally contested).

Fact-check: Primary sources like COGAT confirm aid disruptions, with only 10% of needed trucks entering Gaza since May, confidence high from 3+ reports aligning; critique of critics notes plan's hostage focus could de-escalate violence, but DK on full implementation due to ongoing strikes.

Balancing immediate aid against long-term peace highlights trade-offs for human security in conflict zones.
Sep 28 23 tweets 9 min read
Daily de-spun news. 5 global, 5 domestic, how I'm testing my de-woke prompt because the media sucks. Russia's escalation of provocations in Europe, including drone incursions over Poland and alleged election interference in Moldova, has heightened alarm among European leaders amid diminishing U.S. support, potentially destabilizing regional peace and underscoring the human benefit of strengthened diplomatic alliances to avert broader conflict.

Steelmanning Russia's perspective, these actions could be viewed as defensive responses to NATO expansion (IT/LT based on verified intelligence reports, though DK on specific intents without declassified data), while European claims appear directionally accurate per primary sources like Polish Ministry of Defense statements.
Sep 27 13 tweets 5 min read
My daily news thread, top 5 global, top 5 domestic, de-spun, aimed for humans thriving instead of clicks. I use grok with my "de-woke" prompt so it knows that the media cares about ratings > truth, and so it is scrupulously neutral. US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Imports Over Russia Ties The US has doubled tariffs on Indian imports to 50% as a penalty for India's purchases of Russian oil and weapons, potentially endangering hundreds of thousands of jobs in India according to the Global Trade Research Initiative, while aiming to pressure India away from strengthening ties with Russia amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Steelmanning the US position, this move seeks to enforce global sanctions and reduce Russia's war funding (IT/LT based on official announcements, as it directionally aligns with US policy goals and details match trade penalty mechanisms), whereas India's argument for energy security and diversified partnerships holds as a pragmatic response to affordable supplies (IT/LT, verified via US Treasury statements at treasury.gov), though long-term human benefits include fostering fairer global trade but risk short-term economic hardship for Indian workers—cross-verify with primary sources like @USTreasury and India's Ministry of Commerce.
Sep 22 13 tweets 4 min read
De-spun news, per my grok prompt that emphasizes math/physics/logic and tries to de-bias the sensationalist media.
IT = Irish True (Directionally true, wrong in details)
LT = Lawyer True (correct in details as well)
DK = Don't Know, something the media would never admit.

First, global News, then Domestic. 1. Multiple Countries Recognize Palestinian State Amid UN General Assembly

Several nations, including Britain, Canada, Australia, and Portugal, have formally recognized a Palestinian state, potentially easing humanitarian aid delivery and fostering long-term peace in the region, though Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vows opposition and possible West Bank annexation.

Steelmanning the Palestinian side emphasizes directional truth in claims of improved access to health services (IT/LT based on official statements), while Israel's security concerns are valid but potentially overstated for political leverage (IT/LF, as precise annexation threats lack immediate timelines); this shift benefits humanity by prioritizing diplomatic resolutions over conflict escalation, cross-verified via primary sources like @10DowningStreet and Palestinian Authority sites.
Sep 6 12 tweets 9 min read
Not trying to steal @datarepublican's thunder, but here are the pages she identified as new since I had them downloaded already, 4 at a time. If you use the thread button at the top of the post, I think you can page through them all. 2530-2533 Image
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Nov 10, 2024 20 tweets 5 min read
Long thread about immigration, race, and crime.

I wrote this because I'm more policy nerd than MAGA, and I want people to know some of the weird stuff I know. And I'm sick of the smug libturds. Ignoring problems makes them worse. So here's a weird fact.

1% of criminals commit 70% of the crime.

Crime Prevention isn't racist, because white criminals mostly commit crimes against white people, black criminals against black people, Hispanics against Hispanics.
Jan 4, 2024 21 tweets 14 min read
This is another long form post about Israel and Hamas. I suggest you focus on the post, and then click the little book icon in the upper right corner, to read it. (Thread reader is now baked into X it seems)

I am 100% in favor of what Israel is doing in Gaza. Hamas needs to die. But from interacting with Hamas supporters on X, I’ve learned that the supports believe a fake history. It was a history written in 1967 by the KGB, but it’s all a big lie.

Unfortunately, people get attached to their beliefs, so I don’t hold out much hope of them unlearning, but I’ll leave you with this:

If studying history makes you cringe a bit, it's probably true. On the other hand, if you’re reading a “history” where your side are saints and the other side are demons, you’re reading a fairy tale, not history. Humans don’t come in all good and all bad flavors. I’m a fan of @elonmusk, but I also know he has issues.

So let’s start with debunking some myths.

For fun, I refer to Jews as Joos because I like the long-o sound, and it makes me laugh. And laughing about a serious subject is good for the soul.Image The myths we’re going to debunk are:

* Israelis came from Europe. They didn’t.
* Israelis are evil child-killing monsters. It’s not that simple. Yes, children are dying. It's a war zone.
* They’re bombing indiscriminately. Nope.
* The Joys stole our land. Yeah, not that simple.
* Gaza is an open air prison! Yeah, not so much.
* They’re starving the Gazans, yeah, not so much.
* Oct 7 was fake! God you'r dumb.
* Hamas was elected! Only kind of.
* Some historical odds and ends from family history