Government-Managed Digital Currency: A Further Threat to Our Freedom | Paul Gottfried
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- Опубликовано: 16 окт 2023
- Recorded at the Mises Institute Supporters Summit in Auburn, Alabama, 12-14 October 2023. Sponsored by Mark Strategos.
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Too bad this isn't on every news station.
I have a feeling that's intentional lol
@@bradhernandez8841 it said "no comments" before I made mine... I even refreshed... Now they're showing up.
God bless America.
We're getting vocal about this. They better hear us.
De facto slavery.
"...that no man may buy or sell, without the mark of the beast...." 🤔
See who the Rothschild family is.
Evelyn de Rothschild finances are invested in the global digitization scheme. All the WEF are ready to kick a field goal and win by 3 points.
I wish I could call all offices more than I have time now to do.
They're hitting us on all fronts.
Sound like a plan
00:00 🤖 Paul Gottfried expresses his admiration for President Eisenhower, highlighting him as his favorite President.
00:14 🤔 Gottfried contrasts Eisenhower's perceived brilliance with the perceived failures of his successors, particularly the current head of state.
00:28 🙏 Gottfried expresses gratitude to Eric Stratos for sponsoring his presence and mentions their friendship.
00:42 🍣 Gottfried shares that he frequents a Japanese bistro with Eric, underscoring their close connection.
00:56 🚗 Eric's kindness is acknowledged as he drives a considerable distance to meet Gottfried due to the latter's advanced age.
01:09 📚 Despite being an historian by training, Gottfried is intrigued by the topic of digital currency and its implications.
01:38 💵 Gottfried's interest in digital currency is heightened after reading a critical article in the Wall Street Journal.
02:06 💰 The upcoming issue of Gottfried's magazine, "Chronicles," will explore the future of the American dollar and digital currency.
02:19 🗽 Gottfried presents a critical perspective on the modern liberal state's intentions, suggesting it seeks to increase control.
02:47 💳 Gottfried questions the government's motivation in introducing Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), citing concerns about privacy and control.
03:00 🏦 The New York Times' story about helping the unbanked raises skepticism about the government-run digital currency.
03:42 🗳️ Gottfried draws parallels between difficulties in accessing banking services and voting, indicating potential exclusion from both processes.
04:10 🇨🇳 The example of China's transition away from paper currency towards electronic allocation of credit is given as a precedent for digital currency adoption.
04:51 🇩🇪 Germany is considering a plan to reduce paper currency in favor of digital currency, signaling a potential global trend.
05:19 💻 The shift towards government-issued electronic currency is discussed, with potential implications for how we conduct financial transactions.
05:58 🪙 Gottfried argues that government involvement in digital currency could lead investors to seek alternative means, potentially expanding unauthorized credit markets.
06:54 🕵️ Prad points out concerns about privacy with government-controlled digital currency, including tracking transactions and restrictions on spending.
08:13 🔍 Gottfried raises questions about potential political outcomes and social control with the introduction of government-run digital currency.
09:09 💱 The widespread use of CBDCs could impact the status of the US dollar as the global reserve currency, potentially altering international transactions.
10:32 💸 Gottfried critiques the Biden Administration's economic policies, including inflationary effects and energy policy decisions.
11:00 🌍 The decline of the American dollar's international standing is attributed to government decisions to restrict its use, impacting its role in global trade.
13:16 📰 Gottfried highlights institutions like the media, corporations, and universities as extensions of the administrative state, influencing public opinion and policy.
14:55 💼 The IRS is mentioned as a notable actor in financial control, with a history of targeting political opponents through audits.
15:48 ⚔️ Several figures, including politicians and Governor Ron DeSantis, express opposition to government-controlled digital currency, emphasizing the need to preserve financial freedom.
The TV show based on William Shatner's sci-fi series "Tek War". Drug deal scene where the 2 participants connect their credit chip cards to make the payment. That show was in the 90s. One of many instances when fiction becoming reality.
Parallel local currencies for liberty through anonymity.
Study Bitcoin.
Start with the ‚Bitcoin Standard‘
@@tobo21m that blockchain ledger it's attached to is literally a record of every transaction that coin has been involved in. That's the opposite of privacy.