Return of the wolfman

[Bill Bonner’s Diary]( Return Of The Wolfman By Bill Bonner Friday, August 13, 2021 Homo homini lupus – Latin proverb, meaning “Man is wolf to man” [Bill Bonner] POITOU, FRANCE – We saw a strange beast early this morning. Driving to the train station, an animal slouched onto the road ahead of us. At first, we thought it was a wild boar. There are a lot of them in the area. Then, it saw us coming and dashed back into the woods. But it was taller and longer than the typical boar, and it moved more like a dog than a pig. “It was a wolf,” concluded a neighbor. “We found one dead on the railroad tracks a few months ago. They’re all over France now.” In the mid-20th century, this area became a major producer of sheep. But only after wolves were exterminated. Now, with the wolf making a comeback, will the sheep be next to go? Readers may want to keep that in mind… as we consider the affairs of men in the next few hundred words. 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In each case, a determined group – often very small at the beginning – believed that it had the one and only TRUTH… and that all others must bend to it. Or else… Then, as the howling grows louder, and the predators get control of the government, other groups are eager to join. [Featured: New Investment “Craze” Hits All 50 States]( The media is first; it wishes to be part of the glorious new future. Politicians, bureaucrats, opinion mongers, view shapers – none wants to be left behind. Religious groups and nonprofits join the pack; they begin to see how the new faith connects to their old one. And business – partly trying to protect itself… and partly trying to gain special privileges – soon takes its place among the beasts. Even ordinary people, who might otherwise get on with their own honest and dignified lives, are inspired to snarl and yelp. And then, the whole lot of them are headed for trouble. And now, as the moon grows brighter… is that a dog we hear… or a wolf? 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Besides, reporters are too lazy – and have little incentive – to dig beneath the popular narrative to find out what is really going on. And anyone who dares try to put forward a contrary view is quickly censured. Recall that Donald Trump – who won more votes than any Republican in history – was cut off from Twitter; the company didn’t like his views of the election results. (Note that we offer no opinion as to the election results themselves… We just call attention to the extraordinary situation in which a major public figure is censured for his views.) Just in the last few days, Senator Rand Paul was cut off from YouTube after he cited studies critical of mask mandates… and blasted the censors for cutting others off. The video sharing platform also tried to remove Dr. Dan Stock’s speech on the virus to the Mount Vernon Community School Corporation in Indiana after it went viral. That is to say, YouTube tried to take it down because people wanted to see it… …and because it had the wrong point of view. You might say, “YouTube is a private company. It can do what it wants.” Which is perfectly okay with us, too. We’re just exploring a phenomenon here, not arguing about the law. If we’re right, America’s “private” sector and its most important institutions have been corrupted by public sector money. The press asks no “hardball” questions. The universities no longer teach people how to think; they teach them WHAT to think. Businesses have figured out that it’s the feds who butter their bread. [Featured: (Bizarro World) Facebook set to launch new cryptocurrency?]( Preposterous Policies Returning to the legal issue, last year, Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz made the remarkable claim that people “have no right not to be vaccinated.” What kind of [Brave New World]( is this? People have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, but not to decide what is put into their bodies? What kind of world is it where private companies act as censors for the feds? And how come the press goes along with some of the most intrusive and preposterous government policies in history – the trillion-dollar deficits… stimmy checks… the invasion of Iraq… the COVID-19 shutdowns…? Recommended Link [Mark Cuban Doubles Down on Odd Tech Investment (How to Join Him)]( [image]( Mark Cuban just did something insane. The TV “Shark Tank” Billionaire doubled his investment in an odd technology. One he believes “will dwarf Bitcoin.” You can hear the story, and much more, in [this video.]( [Click Here to Watch.]( -- Real Mischief Yes, Dear Reader, people seem to go mad from time to time. And now, you can start a war and kill thousands of women… and then go on to a comfortable retirement berth as an elder statesman (George Bush Jnr.). But pinch just one woman (or more) on the derrière, and your career is sunk (Andrew Cuomo). You can tell all the lies you want (Petraeus, Flynn, Milley, Mattis, et al.)… and move on to a rich reward at Raytheon or Lockheed Martin… but tell the truth just once, and you’ll go to jail (former National Security Agency intelligence analyst Daniel Hale). You can print trillions of fake dollars and you will become the most admired public servant since Pontius Pilate (Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell)… …but try to pass off just one fake $20 bill, and the police will kill you (George Floyd). The media condemned Floyd’s killer – even before trial! – but it never once raised doubts about the system that was fatal to him. Instead, it went after the soft target – the alleged “racism” of others, the Trumpian white trash – and gave a pass to the furry elite’s real mischief – militarizing the police… the War on Drugs… the War on Poverty… punishing savers… eliminating good-paying jobs… and [shifting $30 trillion to itself]( by backstopping the stock market and funding its pet projects. Today, we come to no conclusion. We just note that the moon, big and yellow already, is waxing… …and trouble is afoot. Regards, [signature] Bill --------------------------------------------------------------- Like what you’re reading? Send your thoughts to [feedback@rogueeconomics.com](mailto:feedback@rogueeconomics.com?subject=Return of the wolfman). --------------------------------------------------------------- FEATURED READS [Exploration Is the Key to Investment]( Daily Dispatch analyst David Forest discusses going “off the beaten track” and how that is key to living a rich and wealth-building life. Going exploring in the investment world can lead to explosive gains… Find out more [here]( [Growing Concern of Inflation Across Food Supply Chain]( costs for freight and fuel are making simple things more expensive to ship. The Labor department reports that the price of gas increased 41.8% from a year ago and that the price of food is up by 3.4%… MAILBAG Readers feel nostalgic and share memories of their own homes and families after reading [Bill’s essay]( on Wednesday… Thanks for the read, as always, Bill. By the way, I appreciate the fact that, indeed, a home has a “shop” or workroom… How else could us homeowners keep our precious home dreams alive and well (and to keep that home for the very family that has taken care of it all these years)? Brilliant! – Dave P. Thanks, Bill, for your thoughtful memories of your old home in France. In my last email, I told you I was remodeling my 1934-era fixer from Hell. It’s the first house I bought, so it has a special place in my heart. I was 25 years younger then, and in much better condition to do this work. But this is round two now, and this neglected old house needs all the time I can give it to bring it back to life. I’m not exactly sure that it isn’t remodeling me, too. About five years ago, I purchased from my father the 1920s-era old home that I grew up in. I have rented it now to my only child, my daughter, with her husband and my five grandchildren. I want that home to stay in our family forever, if possible. Anyway, thanks for sharing your stories. And you might tell your disgruntled son that a person should always live in their bank account. Don’t rent when you can buy. – Cathy T. You’re not alone in that heart-to-heart with an adult child. I, too, did not expect them to understand back then, but fast-forward 30+ years, and I was sure there would be some heartfelt thanks and recognition. Nope. This independent, brave, successful adult still harbors her childhood feelings. I am glad to hear I am not alone! Thanks, Bill! – Bill B. I’m sorry to hear your children, or at least one, didn’t appreciate what you were teaching them. My children thank me often for the skills they learned through those years of “projects.” At one point, I raced cars on Saturday nights. My kids thank me for the things they learned helping me work on the race car. My youngest told me yesterday that when his car overheated, coming back from a camping trip with his young family, his wife was amazed that he was able to get the car going and pull the pop-up tent trailer home without assistance. Your children may not realize it, but what you did was a good thing. – Michael D. I’ve been reading your emails for a long time. Thank you, Bill. As a son, whose father made him work on the property also, I really appreciate your take on life. I’m sorry your son didn’t appreciate the work he was required to do. Once upon a time, I didn’t enjoy it either. But as a man, I cannot fault my father. Nor do I desire to. You’re very wise and your emails are a treat. Thank you. – Brigham D. What’s your favorite memory of teaching your children? How do we teach our children and loved ones to be financially responsible in a debt-driven world? Write us at [feedback@rogueeconomics.com](mailto:feedback@rogueeconomics.com?subject=Return of the wolfman). IN CASE YOU MISSED IT… [Do You Have an Account in Any of These Banks?]( [chart]( If you have cash in any U.S. bank, [this new banking regulation that has been called “a game-changer” will affect you](. Millions of Americans will be caught by surprise because there’s not much time left to prepare. You don’t have to be one of them. [Click here now to see the details.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Get Instant Access Click to read these free reports and automatically sign up for daily research. 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