Vietnam War Should Never Have Happened. Eddie Becker 2026-09-18 | Vietnam War Should Never Have Happened.
Israel White House Face Off Eddie Becker 2025-09-30 | Watch sparks fly and patience fizzle as an Israeli, a Christian Zionist, and some Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Rabbis face off outside the White House—all while world leaders are busy inside trying not to choke on peace talk pastries. Ideologies get tossed around like frisbees at a family reunion as our cast debates whether Zionism is a spiritual upgrade or a religious tech support scam, who gets the last seat in historic Palestine, and what happens when “messiah” mode is stuck in airplane mode.Expect rapid-fire history lessons, biblical references that might need a user manual, and enough arguments about armies, refugees, and stealing land to fill a year's worth of awkward holiday dinners. Both sides pitch their best lines—sometimes with the seriousness of philosophers, sometimes with the tenacity of street performers dodging tomatoes.Why is this important? Because while politicians are inside discussing peace, the real fireworks are on the sidewalk—and these debates matter for anyone trying to make sense of faith, history, and whose turn it is to bring snacks to the next global peace summit.
Border Czar Tom Homan Salutes the Crowd Eddie Becker 2025-07-13 | In the tradition of Elon Musk, Stephen Bannon, and Laura Ingraham - Trump's Border czar, Tom Homan's outstretched arm resembles a familiar Salute.ICE is about to have more personnel than any other domestic agency. Here’s what’s happening, The latest federal budget is funding 10,000 new ICE hires over five years. That’s nearly a 50% jump from their current staffing. With this expansion, ICE will soon have more personnel than the FBI, DEA, and even the entire federal prison system combined. Who are they recruiting for this paramilitary police force, and what happens to them when they no longer have the undocumented to round up? Tom Homan spoke at the Turning Point USA Student Action Summit on the evening of Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Tampa, Florida. Context counts, and Homan has enough to be listed as a part of the totalitarian tradition. Tom Homan’s record deserves serious scrutiny. He was a key advocate for separating children from their parents at the border—a policy that shocked the nation and drew condemnation from courts and human rights groups. Ignoring judicial oversight is never a small thing, especially from someone in a position of power. Homan’s associations raise even more red flags. He partnered with The United West, a group labeled as an anti-Muslim extremist organization by the Southern Poverty Law Center. He’s also met multiple times with members of the Proud Boys, a far-right group with a history of political violence. At least one of these meetings reportedly focused on deportation strategies.These connections matter because they hint at the type of people Homan might be bringing into government enforcement roles. If immigration agencies are filled with individuals who share extremist views or disregard court orders, the risk of abuse and unchecked power grows.History shows the dangers of leaders who ignore judicial limits and build loyalist “domestic armies.” This kind of approach can quickly erode civil liberties and public trust, especially when vulnerable communities are targeted.People who pay attention to these warning signs are right to sound the alarm. We need to demand accountability, insist on oversight, and make sure our government agencies serve everyone—not just a hardline political agenda.
Easy Rider Biking Trumps Parade Eddie Becker 2025-06-18 | It's a relaxing journey around DC during the Trump Military Parade and Patriotic show, with random interviews with folks who came to be part of the scene. Stay until the last interview, which ends with a twist and a wiggle.Candid interviews with attendees, protesters, and bystanders. The event coincides with Donald Trump’s 79th birthday and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, drawing both supporters and critics to the streets. The city has heightened security, including anti-scale fencing, concrete barriers, and a strong law enforcement presence.The video features spontaneous interviews with people holding protest signs, discussing their motivations and the reactions they’ve received from others. Street-level view of a historic and controversial event in Washington, DC, capturing the voices and emotions of a city at the crossroads of celebration and protest
Covert Ops Team Work Demonstrator at Trump Event? Eddie Becker 2025-06-15 | I've been filming demos in DC for more than 50 years and I've never seen anything like this! Picture this: At one of the main entrances to watch Trump's military parade, where thousands are cued up waiting to get in, a "Special Guest" of Trump casually glides her phone over a protester’s phone while he’s deep into his screen, reading the Constitution, his voice amplified by a bull horn.Is this:A) The most preppy covert operation using advanced spyware to download the contents of the subject's phone.B) Secretly planting spyware with a super secret proximity hack.C) Spy training exercise.D) Getting the text of the Constitution.Only at a Trump military parade could the Constitutional and spy craft collide..
Military Parade Rehearsal Preview Drive By Eddie Becker 2025-06-14 | Glimpse behind the security fences the day before the military parade and hardware show and tell. The National Mall is transformed into a blend of military precision and patriotic celebration, all in preparation for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army and President Trump’s 79th birthday.
Memory vs. Propaganda: Russian and Ukrainian Voices Collide in DC Eddie Becker 2025-05-06 | On May 3, 2025, Washington, D.C. witnessed its first Immortal Regiment rally in six years. This event, held just days before Russia’s Victory Day on May 9, was organized by Russian nationals and marked the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The march began at Lafayette Square, near the White House, and ended at the World War II Memorial. Participants carried portraits of relatives who fought in World War II, Soviet flags, and banners featuring the black-and-orange St. George’s ribbon- a symbol now closely linked to Russian military actions in Ukraine.The Immortal Regiment started in 2012 in Russia as a grassroots initiative to honor WWII veterans. However, it has since been co-opted by the Kremlin and transformed into a state-directed event used to promote Russian military pride and reinforce government narratives.By 2015, President Vladimir Putin was marching in Moscow, signaling the event’s full integration into Russia’s state ideology.The rally in D.C. was not just a memorial event; it was seen by many, especially Ukrainian Americans and activists, as a geopolitical operation designed to inject pro-Russian narratives into Western societies and legitimize Moscow’s current military actions, including the ongoing war in Ukraine.The use of Soviet symbols and the St. George’s ribbon was exceptionally provocative, as these have become associated with Russian militarism and occupation since 2014.Ukrainian nationals and activists staged a counter-protest, carrying flags and posters with messages such as “Putin is wanted for genocide” and “Honor the dead, bring Russia to justice”.Protesters highlighted the event’s political undertones, with one activist describing it as “the crazy reality” of seeing a Russian march in the heart of the U.S. capital, seemingly justifying war crimes.Washington police blocked streets and provided security for the marchers. While organizers claimed to have received official permission, the Metropolitan Police Department did not confirm this publicly.The Immortal Regiment abroad is often coordinated and funded by Kremlin-aligned organizations, such as Rossotrudnichestvo and the Russkiy Mir Foundation, under the guise of cultural outreach.These events serve as tools for spreading Russian state narratives and undermining Western perspectives on history and current events. Victory Day remains a cornerstone of Putin’s nationalist narrative, used to glorify the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany and frame Russia as a heroic nation resisting Western aggression. Pro-Russian demonstrators staged an Immortal Regiment rally in Washington, D.C, on May 3 to mark 80 years since the end of World War II,Russia has indeed repurposed the Great Patriotic War, the name given to the Soviet Union's struggle against Nazi Germany in World War II, as a tool for national unity and justification for its political actions. This includes framing current conflicts, like the war in Ukraine, as a continuation of the "holy war" against fascism. The Kremlin has effectively transformed the memory of the Great Victory into a sacred myth, often used to denigrate opponents and promote a narrative of Russian strength and rightful dominance.0:00 Introduction & Event Overview1:15 Arrival and Gathering at Lafayette Square1:48 Dmitry Valuev, - Russian America for Democracy in Russia3:10 March to the World War II Memorial5:05 Russian and Ukrainian Voices6:39 Interview with a guy with a Stalin Flag7:20 The Role of the Church9:00 Symbolism and Controversy11:10 Counter-Protest and Security13:05 Debates on History and Propaganda15:30 Personal Stories and Reflections17:00 Closing Thoughts
Visual Truth Matters: Exposing the Purge of U.S. History Eddie Becker 2025-04-22 | Michelle Riley founded Visual Truth Matters to help preserve visual history at risk of being erased as federal agencies carry out Trump administration directives to purge records and digital archives. This effort comes in response to a sweeping campaign across the U.S. government to remove or destroy historical images, documents, and web content that do not align with the administration’s preferred narrative.If you care about preserving honest and inclusive historical records, consider supporting digital archiving projects, sharing threatened content, or even volunteering with organizations dedicated to safeguarding public memory. Every saved image or document helps ensure that history remains accessible to all, not just those in power.CONTACT Michelle directly linkedin.com/in/michelle-riley-56866714The Pentagon has flagged over 26,000 images—including photos documenting the achievements of women, minorities, and historic events like the Tuskegee Airmen and the Enola Gay—for removal as part of an initiative to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content from military records. Many of these images commemorate significant milestones in American history and their deletion has sparked concern among historians and archivists.Smithsonian Institution: President Trump’s executive order, “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History,” specifically targets the Smithsonian and other cultural institutions, accusing them of promoting “divisive” or “anti-American” narratives. The order directs the elimination of exhibits or programs that the administration deems to divide Americans by race or ideology. This has raised alarms about political interference in the stewardship of the nation’s historical and cultural memory.USAID: The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has been instructed to destroy classified documents and, according to reports, has already lost access to entire archives, including its extensive photo gallery. This destruction is part of a broader move to dismantle the agency and erase records that could be relevant to ongoing litigation or future historical research. The agency’s public photo archive is no longer accessible, illustrating the real-world impact of these purges.The Mission of Visual Truth MattersMichelle Riley’s initiative, Visual Truth Matters, steps in where official records are being deleted or altered. By collecting, archiving, and sharing visual documentation, the project aims to safeguard pieces of history that are at risk of disappearing. This work is crucial because, as historians note, the removal of public records undermines Americans’ ability to access and assess their own history, eroding trust in factual information and democratic accountability.Imagine a future where photos of the first Black military pilots or trailblazing women in the armed forces are simply gone, deleted from official records and government websites. Or where entire archives documenting U.S. international development efforts vanish overnight. Without independent efforts like Visual Truth Matters, these erasures could become permanent, rewriting the public memory and limiting future generations’ understanding of the past.Footnotes Visual Truth Matters campaign overview: lensforchange.myflodesk.com/visual-truth-matters Michelle Riley LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michelle-riley-56866714 NPR: "Pentagon Orders Removal of Diversity Photos" (2024): npr.org/2024/03/28/1240844986/pentagon-diversity-photos-removal Washington Post: "Pentagon Scrubs Diversity Photos" (2024): washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/28/pentagon-diversity-photos White House Executive Order: trumpwhitehouse.archives.gov/presidential-actions/executive-order-restoring-truth-sanity-american-history Smithsonian Magazine: "Trump Targets Museums in Executive Order" (2024): smithsonianmag.com/news/trump-targets-museums-executive-order-180982374 USAID Photo Gallery (now inaccessible): 2017-2020.usaid.gov/news-information/photo-gallery Politico: "Trump Orders USAID Document Destruction" (2024): politico.com/news/2024/03/10/trump-usaid-document-destruction-00140928
Christian Zionists trolling at a Palestinian Peace March and other interviews and Images Eddie Becker 2025-04-06 | #US #Protests #palestine A massive Palestinian peace march was held near the United States Capitol Building, advocating for an end to the conflict in Palestine. During the event, an interviewee suggested that Zionism can perpetuate antisemitism, highlighting the complex and often contentious nature of this political ideology. Meanwhile, pro-Israel Christian Zionist counterprotesters, who significantly outnumber Jewish Zionists in the U.S., trolled the event. These Christian Zionists have gained influential positions in the Trump administration and hold the belief that their messiah, Jesus, will soon return. Those who do not believe in him will face judgment, which, in the case of Jews, Muslims, or anyone else who rejects Jesus, will face an eternity of fire.One commenter asked, "WHAT ABOUT THE KILLING OF JEWISH AND ISRAELI CHILDREN. WHAT ABOUT THE RAPING OF ISRAELI AND JEWISH WOMEN. I DON'T HEAR YOU SAY ANYTHING ABOUT THAT.The number of Israeli children killed during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, is consistently reported in the range of 36 to 38, depending on the source and the criteria used for counting. In comparison, at least 15,600 to 17,400 children have been killed in Gaza since October 7, 2023, up until April 2025, according to UNICEF, the Gaza Health Ministry, and multiple international news and humanitarian organizations.Rape of Israili women on Oct 7th and sexual abuse including rape of hostagesThere is clear evidence that Israeli and Jewish women were raped on October 7th, 2023, but as of now, there is no publicly confirmed or universally accepted number. Investigations are ongoing, and the full scope may not be known for some time.Israeli hostages in Gaza have been subjected to sexual violence—including rape, sexual assault, sexualized torture, and forced sexual acts—according to UN investigations, medical reports, and survivor testimonies.Rape and Sexual abuse of Palestians by Israeli forces since Oct 7th 2023Sexual violence, including rape, sexual assault, and sexualized torture, has been systematically used by Israeli forces against Palestinians—women, men, and children—since October 7, 2023, according to extensive UN and human rights documentation.The abuse is widespread, systematic, and part of policies intended to punish, humiliate, and oppress Palestinians, especially in detention.The true number of victims is likely much higher than reported, due to stigma, trauma, and fear of reprisals.UN investigations, human rights organizations (such as B’Tselem), and journalistic reports have documented a broader pattern of sexual violence—including rape, gang rape, sexualized torture, and threats of rape—against Palestinian women, men, and children in Israeli detention facilities and during military operations. This includes both Gaza and the West Bank.Underreporting: Experts and UN rapporteurs caution that the true number of rapes and sexual assaults is likely higher, as stigma, trauma, and fear of reprisals prevent many victims from coming forward.
Contrasting Nazi and Israeli Ghettos Eddie Becker 2025-03-24 | Remembering and contrasting the treatment of 164,000 Jews in the Nazi-run Lodz Polish Ghetto to the 2 million Palestinians held in Gaza under siege by Israel.
Nick Sortor Harasses Congresswomen Eddie Becker 2025-02-13 | Maxine Waters' Wild RidePicture this: Nick Sortor, a Musk favorite, decides to play chicken with Congresswoman Maxine Waters' security detail. Spoiler alert: It doesn't end well for Sortor.The Not-So-Great EscapeOur hero, armed with nothing but a Twitter handle and misplaced confidence, tries to intercept Waters as she's leaving a rally. The result? A game of human pinball where he's the ball, and the security team are the flippers. Shockingly, when pushed, he pushes back. Who knew actions had consequences?Saved by the... Camera?Lucky for Mr. Pulitzer-Wannabe, I immediately began an interview - seeing that the security detail may have abandoned a plan to take him in.Journalism 101: Trust, but Verify (or Not)Our protagonist's journalistic instincts led him to:Accuse Waters of hiding informationCite USAspending.gov as the holy grail of government transparencyPlot twist: USAspending.gov isn't some underground hacker site. It's been around since Obama was just a bright-eyed congressman with dreams of transparency dancing in his head.CFPB: The Unlikely VillainOf all the government agencies to pick on, our intrepid reporter chose the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Let's check their rap sheet:Recovered billions from corrupt lendersBusted fraudsters left and rightMade scammers cry into their ill-gotten gainsClearly, they're the bad guys here. eye rollIn conclusion, our "journalist" friend might want to consider a career change. Maybe professional bumper car driver? He's already got the experience!
Congressional Democrats Take to the Streets to Demand Musk Transparency Eddie Becker 2025-02-05 | Democrats from the Congressional Oversight Committee are seeking information on what Elon Musk and his D.O.G.E crew are doing with the database that controlling federal funding is blocked by the Secret Service under orders from the forces now in control of the federal government.
Lessons from the Nazi Ghettos Eddie Becker 2025-02-01 | Memory is selective, especially when it comes to painful memories. This video features the descendants of the Holocaust and the lessons they have learned. They wish it would never be repeated.
Annex Canada Proud Boys Vow at Trumps Inauguration Parade Eddie Becker 2025-01-21 | Chanting, "Whose streets? Our Streets!" While being led by a lone chanting protester—waving a rainbow flip fan keeping beat to the chants—the Proud Boys marched defiantly and triumphantly through the streets of Washington, DC, just as Trump was being inaugurated. A leaderless leader vows to annex Canada and make it the 51st state.
Self-perpetuating cycle of violence Eddie Becker 2025-01-05 | Israel's approach to combating terrorism is akin to addressing a burst pipe with a mop—ineffective and leading to perpetual damage and costs. Resolving deep-rooted conflicts requires addressing the underlying causes.The Cycle of ViolenceThe ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has created a self-perpetuating cycle of violence. As Israel continues its military operations in Gaza, it inadvertently contributes to the radicalization of the next generation.International PerspectiveSpeaking at a U.N. press conference, Chris Sidoti presented findings from the Commission of Inquiry related to the International Court of Justice. The commission's investigation concluded that Israel has committed and continues to commit serious war crimes.This short film combines Sidoti's investigation findings with cut-ins from documentaries showing children in Gaza playing at war from two distinct periods. The first film was filmed after Operation Cast Lead. It lasted from December 27, 2008, to January 18, 2009. With over 1,380 Palestinian deaths, including more than 300 children and civilians, thousands of homes were destroyed or severely damaged, along with civilian infrastructure. And the second in 2024, with complete devastation and tens of thousands of children and civilians killed. Long-term ConsequencesIsrael's approach not only fails to address the root causes of the conflict but also:Escalates tensions: Further alienating the Palestinian populationCreates future adversaries: Radicalizing younger generationsDamages international relations: Attracting criticism from global bodies and human rights organizations.To break this cycle, a more comprehensive approach is needed—one that addresses the underlying political, economic, and social issues fueling the conflict. Only by tackling these root causes can lasting peace be achieved.The video discusses the devastating effects of ongoing conflict in Gaza on children, highlighting the physical and psychological trauma they endure. Documenting the consequences of war emphasizes the urgent need to address the situation to prevent a future generation rooted in violence and hate.Press releases Multiple MechanismsFurther Reading“War Child Shares First Study of Psychological Impact of War on Vulnerable Children in Gaza.” War Child, warchild.org.uk/news/war-child-shares-first-study-psychological-impact-war-vulnerable-children-gaza. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025."Death feels imminent for 96% of children in Gaza, study finds - occupied Palestinian territory" (2024) ReliefWeb. Available at: https://reliefweb.int/report/occupied-palestinian-territory/death-feels-imminent-96-children-gaza-study-finds (Accessed: 5 January 2025)."UN Commission finds war crimes and crimes against humanity in Israeli attacks on Gaza health facilities and treatment of detainees, hostages"10 October 2024 ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2024/10/un-commission-finds-war-crimes-and-crimes-against-humanity-israeli-attacks"Death feels imminent for 96% of children in Gaza, study finds}Press Release SourceAOAV Posted13 Dec 2024 Originally published12 Dec 2024 OriginView originalBy AOAV on 12 Dec 2024A landmark study conducted by the Community Training Centre for Crisis Management in Gaza, with backing from the Dutch Relief Alliance and the War Child Alliance, has laid bare the harrowing psychological toll of Israel’s ongoing military operation on Gaza’s youngest population. The findings are harrowing: 96% of children surveyed feel their death is imminent, while 49% have expressed a desire to die.The conflict in Gaza has resulted in thousands of child deaths and injuries. Reports indicate that amputations among children are unprecedented in recent warfare, leaving young victims to face lifelong disabilities.Psychological trauma among childrenThe war has inflicted severe psychological trauma on children who have lost family members and endured food deprivation. Their experiences are likely to have lasting effects on their emotional and mental well-being, potentially leading to cycles of hate and violence.Future implications for a generationThe video raises concerns about how the current generation of children in Gaza will respond to their traumatic experiences as adults. There is a fear among some that this generation could become a breeding ground for future terrorism if the cycle of violence isn't broken.
Israels campaign of starvation genocide explained Eddie Becker 2024-12-02 | Israel's campaign of starvation genocide denounced by Michael Fakhri, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Food - "Never in post-war history had a population been made to go hungry so quickly and so completely as was the case for the 2.3 million Palestinians living in Gaza." un.org/unispal/document/right-to-food-report-17jul24
Militia Gathering in DC Eddie Becker 2024-07-01 | The Mother of All Rallies, a militia-inspired rally, was held on September 16, 2017, at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., United States, supporting President Donald Trump. The event was held on the same day as other demonstrations throughout the city, including the Juggalo March. Marjorie Taylor Greene's speech near 49:30
Religious Fanatic Behind January 6th Eddie Becker 2024-01-06 | As a documentarian, the Tao of walking through a potentially hostile environment filled with angry and violent people takes relaxed awareness. Especially as I share my contrarian point of view. There was no evidence of a systematic election, and 60 court cases turned up nothing. If you go through my channel, you'll see that the religious theme - good and bad - is prominent. One dominant theme is that the Trump movement is a faith-based movement where people have such strong emotions that they believe that god has chosen Trump and are willing to do nearly anything to see him returned to power - going so far as to overturn the democratic electoral process and the peaceful transfer of powers. Over the last few years, the story has evolved, and so have my editing skills. Please post your comment - public or private. I am always glad to hear from you. And if you'd like to contribute to support independent documentaries, please contribute what you can. Many thanks,buymeacoffee.com/eddiebeckef
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish Opposition to Genocide Eddie Becker 2023-12-20 | Ultra-Orthodox #Jewish Opposition to #Zionism | Neturei Karta DocumentaryWhen ultra-Orthodox Jews of #NetureiKarta take to the streets of #WashingtonDC, challenging #Israel and #Zionism, sparks fly. This independent documentary follows Rabbi Yisroel Dovid Weiss and the “Guardians of the City,” a fiercely anti-Zionist #Jewish movement with roots in Jerusalem and communities in Israel, the US, and beyond.Neturei Karta argues that Israel has hijacked Judaism to justify violence and land theft, insisting the #Torah and #Talmud command Jews to live in peace with all people—never by dispossessing others. They reject the State of Israel as a rebellion against God’s will, maintaining that Jewish sovereignty is only legitimate after the arrival of the #Messiah. Their members say Jews and Palestinians coexisted peacefully for centuries, and only the rise of modern #Zionism brought conflict.At the edge of a pro-Israel rally, the film captures Neturei Karta’s counter-protest—Palestinian flags waving, anti-Zionist placards raised, and a need for police protection as debate turns heated. Rabbi Weiss recounts his dialogue with leaders from #Hamas, #Hezbollah, #Iran, and the #PLO, revealing the controversial reach of their activism.Featured is journalist #MaryMargaretOlohan (The Daily Signal/Heritage Foundation), who questions Rabbi Weiss on camera. The film shows how reporting choices—what to highlight, which questions to ask—can frame or distort stories about faith, activism, and who gets labeled #antisemitic.Now, as Neturei Karta’s viral message goes global in the #CeasefireNow movement, the debate over “real Jews” and the boundaries of #Jewish identity takes center stage.🎥 Watch for an unfiltered, inside look at religion, protest, peace, and identity—featuring perspectives rarely seen in mainstream media. Once titled "The Most Hated Jews" because they are not only hated by antisemites for their Jewishness but also intensely disliked by many other Jews for their uncompromising stance against Israel.More on #Neturei Karta-related groups@TorahJudaismvoiceofjews.org @TheVoiceofJews truetorahjudaism instagram.com/truetorahjudaism/?g=5youtube.com/channel/UCELgxnD7zDi3CmPKbLC5qdg/videosIf you stumble upon this YouTube video, consider yourself very lucky. It is unindexed by Google - a straightforward Google search will not find it. It would help if you had this URL youtu.be/lwmLDRpQLdkTo support independent documentaries, please contribute.buymeacoffee.com/eddiebeckef#palestiniansIsrael Gaza War The Most Hated Jews eddiebecker
A Very Special Moment - Lolóma Enters the Drum Circle (with Audio) Eddie Becker 2023-09-07 | Lolóma was introduced to the Drum Circle community with dance and spirited drumming on the very last Sunday in August at the Drum Circle in Malcolm X Park.
Antifa Provocateur Trolls Trump Indictment Circus Eddie Becker 2023-08-04 | Chaos ensues after an attack on the old pro-slavery Democratic party by an ANTIFA-branded provocateur, Walter Masterson. While across the street at the Federal Courthouse, former president Trump is trying to stay out of jail for attempting to steal the 2020 Presidential election. Washington, DC, August 3, 2023. President Trump "...authorized the Federal Government to arrest anyone who vandalizes or destroys any monument, statue or other such Federal property in the U.S. with up to 10 years in prison, per the Veteran's Memorial Preservation Act..." The law only applies to memorials on "public property commemorating the service of any person or persons in the armed forces of the United States." The Veterans' Memorial Preservation and Recognition Act of 2003 (found at 18 U.S. Code § 1369) likely would not apply to memorials erected to mostly democrat party Confederate secessionists. The Democratic Party-backed Confederacy sought to preserve slavery and fought against the Armed Forces of the United States. The northern states sought to preserve the Union and, as an incentive, offered states that joined the Union to continue slavery. However, the war was costly for the North, plagued by heavy losses and growing draft resistance. It was a no-brainer to emancipate those enslaved and enlist them into the Union Forces - at the start of the war, each side had nearly 200,000 soldiers. Emancipation in 1863 brought 200,000 to 250,000 formerly enslaved individuals onto the side of the Union as soldiers or laborers. They brought the Civil War to an end with the defeat of the Confederacy in 1865. It was true that a part of the Republican party - in the beginning, were radical abolitionists who sought to end slavery. Another part of the Republican party was northern manufacturers who profited from southern-grown cotton. Cotton was king, and they took it up north and wove it into textiles, banked it, shipped it, and made huge fortunes. And since cotton could not profitably grow in a northern climate, those vested in cotton manufacturing and ancillary businesses (railroads, insurance, banking, shipbuilding, etc.) sought to preserve the Union and their supply of cheap cotton with it. Once slavery ended, the abolitionist wing of the Republicans gradually faded, while those Republicans with a vested interest in getting manufacturing going again sought to restore cotton production, restoring power to the southern democrats.
LETS DANCE, Drum Circle Dance May 28, 2023 Eddie Becker 2023-05-29 | Thomas House animates and instructs in Afro-Caribbean Dance to the rhythm of the drums at Malcolm X Park in Washington, DC. May 28, 2023
Drum Circle early season. Eddie Becker 2023-05-20 | Moving along the periphery - zooming center - following the sound - figuring out my place. Trying to navigate. Finding meaning. Lost in sound. The journey through life is not about finding the center but your place on the periphery.
Antifa - Militia/Proud Boys Face Off Eddie Becker 2022-12-23 | Filmed on September 16, 2017, Trump had been president for nearly 8 months, The Charlottesville, Virginia, white supremacist Unite the Right Rally was 9 months before. George J Curbelo, seen here relaxed and open, had been in Charlottesville commanding the New York Light Foot Militia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_York_Light_Foot_MilitiaTusitala “Tiny” Toese, of American Samoan descent, is a leader of the Portland, Oregon, Proud Boys, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tusitala_ToeseHe has faced multiple felony criminal charges for violence at rallies,oregonlive.com/crime/2022/01/proud-boy-tusitala-tiny-toese-faces-felony-charges-in-clash-near-abandoned-portland-kmart.html
Exit Proud Boy Pezzola Eddie Becker 2022-12-19 | Dominic Pezzola, #DiagonalCamoPB, and Lisa Anne Homer leave the Capitol on January 6th Insurrection.In the video can also be found #OilyPelt / Insider1401, Insider2722, Paul Westover justice.gov/usao-dc/defendants/westover-paul-s, #GetPumpedPB and #PenguinPB jan6attack.com/individuals/penguinpb/index.htmThe most serious charge is against Dominic Pezzola 44-AFO #SpazzoPezzola stands charged by the Grand Jury with these eleven offenses: (1) Conspiracy to Commit An Offense Against the United States, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 371 ; (2) three counts of Obstructing, Impeding, or Interfering with a Law Enforcement Officer Lawfully Engaged in the Performance of His Official Duties, Incident to the Commission of a Civil Disorder that Adversely Affects the Performance of Any Federally Protected Function, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 231(a)(3) ; (3) Robbery of Personal Property of the United States, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 2112 ; (4) Assaulting, Resisting, or Impeding Certain Officers, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 111(a)(1) ; (5) Felony Destruction of Government Property, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1361 ; (6) Obstruction of an Official Proceeding, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1512(c)(2) ; and (7) three counts of Knowingly Entering or Remaining in Any Restricted Building or Grounds Without Lawful Authority, in violation of 18 U.S.C. §§ 1752(a)(1), (2) and (4). seditious conspiracy and one count of conspiracy to prevent an officer from discharging any duties. All defendants now face a total of nine charges, and Pezzola faces an additional robbery charge. “pro-Western fraternal organization for men who refuse to apologize for creating the modern world, aka Western Chauvinists.” His shirt read "FAFO," which stands for "F*** Around and Find Out," and depicted two rifles. Id. justice.gov/opa/page/file/1362646/download
Ann Hughes Hargrove Requiem Eddie Becker 2022-12-09 | Memorial Service at Saint Stephen of the Incarnation, Washington, DC November 15, 2014.00:00 Begin1:43 The Rev. Frank Dunn3:09 Joseph Casazza, Reading from Prophet Isaiah5:21 Liane Rozzell, Reading from Revelation to John6:44 Amazing Grace11:46 Anne Sellin18:07 Loretta Neumann23:59 Mimi Wolf25:57 David Hargrove31:41 Larry Hargrove37:59 The Rev. Frank Dunn, The Homily52:28 Officiant and People Together57:56 The Rev. Frank Dunn1:07:44 The Breaking of the Bread1:25:00 Reception
School of the Americas Watch Parade and Demo Eddie Becker 2022-12-05 | The Parade of Giant Puppets to the White House culminated in the arrest of 27 for civil disobedience protesting the School of the Americas (SOA) renamed Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHINSEC). Interviews with the puppet makers, participants, and bystanders. History of the SOA in El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras and Mexico. SOA White House Civil Disobedience, Puppet Parade & Theater
Scott A. Allen, MD, 60 Min., Homeland Security Human Rights Observer with GAP Presentation Eddie Becker 2022-12-03 | ...
Whistleblower Legal Help - Tom Devine Eddie Becker 2022-12-03 | Government Accountability Project. GAP's mission is to promote corporate and government accountability by protecting whistleblowers, advancing occupational free speech, and empowering citizen activists. Founded in 1977, GAP is the nation's leading whistleblower protection and advocacy organization.
White House Document Destruction after 2020 election. Eddie Becker 2022-12-03 | Three or more fireplaces ablaze in the final days of the Trump Presidency. Washington DC temperatures at the time were between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit at night
Blackskimask Hippies 4 Trump bus Eddie Becker 2022-12-03 | Paul Orta Jr., 34, of Blue Earth, Minnesota, is charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Columbia with a felony offense of obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder. In addition to the felony, Orta is charged with misdemeanor offenses of entering or remaining in a restricted building or grounds and disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds. Orta was arrested on Nov. 14, 2023, in Minnesota
Scott Bennett Celebration of Life June 26, 2022 Eddie Becker 2022-11-19 | A remembrance of Scott's remarkable life. 1951-2022 as retold by family and friends.Scott will be remembered for his incredible passion for life, astute observations about humanity, big dreams, and cynical optimism. He was a treasured husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, grandfather, | friend, and a true renaissance man as an entrepreneur, well-known Washington restaurateur, B&B proprietor, political cartoonist, musician, actor, and so much more. He loved travel, music, art, scuba, cycling, Nationals baseball, and the Washington Commanders football team. His dynamic personality was a magnet for people of all backgrounds, creating enduring friendshipsin what was lovingly called “Scottie’s World.”
Censored Art Video Protest at National Portrait Gallery - Subtitled - Eddie Becker 2022-11-02 | Culture war Censorship - On December 2, 2010, protesters gathered at Transformer Gallery and marched to the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. The Smithsonian had removed an edited version of the footage used in David Wojnarowicz's short silent film "A Fire in My Belly" from the exhibit "Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture" at the National Portrait Gallery in response to complaints from the Catholic League, U.S. House Minority Leader John Boehner, Representative Eric Cantor and the possibility of reduced federal funding for the Smithsonian. The video contains a scene with a crucifix covered in ants. William Donohue of the Catholic League claimed the work was "hate speech" against Catholics. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Wojnarowicz#A_Fire_in_My_Belly_controversyThe film was meant as a metaphor for those suffering, like Christ on the Cross, from the ravages of AIDS. Simultaneously, the Church was making headlines - pedophile Priests, decades of Church coverups, and million-dollar settlements to thousands of victims. By 2020 the U.S.U.S. payouts topped $3 billion. Donohue and the Catholic League directed blame not on Church intrigue, secrecy, and coverups but rather on the larger society's tolerance of gay culture. Based on that logic, as society moved from "don't ask, don't tell" to open acceptance - church pedophilia should be exponentially worse. But it's not - because the Church is less inclined to protect abusers from Civil Law, although William Donohue is still in the business of misdirection. Criticizing the encroachment on the Church’s doctrinal prerogatives as a violation of the separation of church and state! And arguing that interfering with the "Sacrament of Reconciliation" by the Church extending forgiveness to sinners - like Priests who violate the law, would do irreparable harm to Catholicism.William Donohue of the Catholic League opposes laws designed to require mandatory reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect. He boasted that his “... most dramatic success occurred in Maryland, Iowa, and West Virginia. Led by Cardinal Theodore McCarrick of the Archdiocese of Washington, Catholics in Maryland pressured lawmakers to pull a bill that would require priests to report cases of child abuse learned in the confessional. William Donohue wrote to every member of the Maryland legislature about this issue. State legislators in Iowa and West Virginia dropped a similar bill even before a scheduled debate was to begin.” "PROGRESS MADE ON BILLS AIMED AT CONFESSIONAL". Catholic League, By Bill| April 22nd, 2003 catholicleague.org/progress-made-on-bills-aimed-at-confessional/. Accessed 18 Nov 2022. Eventually, it was finally publicly reported after many decades of abuse that Cardinal Theodore McCarrick engaged in a pattern of sexual abuse of male seminarians and various minors, some as young at 11, more than 100 recipients were directly involved in assessing misconduct claims against McCarrick. After a church investigation and trial, he was found guilty of sexual crimes against adults and minors and abuse of power and dismissed from the clerical state in February 2019. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theodore_McCarrick
Problems of Policing in Washington DC Eddie Becker 2022-10-27 | A past Adams Morgan community/police meeting exposed all the flaws.Police Chief Charles Ramsey is credited with modernizing policing in DC, applying computer modeling combined with a military "surge" strategy. The idea was simply crime reports broken down by type and fed into a database programmed to identify hotspots and track officer deployment and arrests. On paper, the system seemed impressive. Ramsey could report that crime metrics were going down, but the reality on the ground was much different. Some officers were misreporting crime as something else, officer deployment showed full roster when many officers were being pulled out of the community to cover special events (sports arena), and making arrests were not papered or thrown out of court but in their reporting system showed cases closed. Soon after 9/11, crime spiked in Washington DC, neighborhoods. The Police who were reassigned to protect Federal Building were detailed back to neighborhood policing but were nowhere to be seen. People, cars, and houses were being robbed - crime was rampant. But on paper, it was hard to tell. Either the chief was being misled, or he was part of the charade. On paper, police rosters indicated that the cops had returned to neighborhood beats, but people were reporting something completely different. They spoke of Police talking people out of reporting a crime, or if they did insist, they would misattribute it to something else. And for those they couldn't hide, they would make arrests but fail in court to make the case which was most of the time, but it didn't matter since simply making an arrest would "clear" the case off the books. Ramsey touted success and had the stats to prove it while the criminals were still on the streets victimizing people. It was all a charade created with a bag of tricks. The Police make it look like they had a higher closure rate by attributing murders to people who were already dead! If someone got killed in what they attributed to gang violence, they would assert that the victim was probably killed in retaliation for killing members of a rival gang. So all those other murders would be attributed to the murder victim. Case closed. Chief Charles Ramsey seemed adept at throwing around glowing reports of all his accomplishments.
Drum Circle is Back Eddie Becker 2022-10-13 | The Drum rhythms community brings the beat. Now rebuilding the DC beat better than ever. Featuring dance and Rainbow Joe's comments. October 9, 2022
The Return of Papi Cupa Eddie Becker 2022-08-23 | Papi Cupa, is welcomed back into the Drum Circle at Malcolm X Park in Washington, DC. Now nearly blind, he returns with Afro/Cuban spiritual chants, Congas percussion, Campana "bell" beats, and Clave rhythms.
Trumps MAGA Merch, not American Made Eddie Becker 2022-08-14 | Nearly all the Make America Great Again merchandise marketed at Trump rallies is made in countries other than the United States! Federal law requires that items labeled "Made in the USA" be made from materials "all or virtually all" from the United States. Regrettably, even "Official" Trump merchandise that claims to be "Made in America" may use materials that are not. apnews.com/article/c92bcc5a84cc4c3ca1320d24de8d32f8This video was recorded on January 5th, 2021 in Freedom Plaza, in Washington DC, The day before the Donald Trump Stop the Steal Rally where thousands of Donald Trump supporters were directed to the U.S. Capitol to disrupt a joint session of Congress convened to certify Joe Biden's electoral vote win.
Insurrectionalist Targeted Assassinations Threat from Trump Extremist Eddie Becker 2022-06-19 | Trump supporters who lay siege to the United States Capitol were/are willing to shred the Constitution to usher in their savior by any means possible. "Lock and load, Stay frosty, and Keep your head on a swivel." TranscriptPrepare to battlePut on masksIt’s not overThey’re shooting rubber bulletsWhat’s next? What happens next?What happens next?It’s 1776 2.0Get the Fuck readyWhat’s going to happen, How should people get ready?What the fuck you think should happen?Lock and load, stay frosty, and keep your head on a swivel.Start fucking taking people out.Which people?Anybody that does not stand up to the constitutionAnd what does the constitution say about elections?Trump won, that’s what.Warning Left by Trump's Army on Jan 6
Trump Wants you to Believes the Hippie Bus was a Deep State False Flag Eddie Becker 2022-01-20 | This false flag conspiracy theory was compiled in Revolver News, a fringe news site founded by a former Trump administration speechwriter who lost his job after speaking at a 2016 conference attended by white nationalists. The hunt is on. Trump insurrection defenders have launched an investigation. They think the kid with the black ski mask transported to the Stop the Steal takeover in a psychedelic hippie bus could be part of a covert Deep State conspiracy. Part of a team that sparked the attack on the Capitol. His true identity is still unknown, making him an easy conspiratorial target. After all, they argue, the police stopped the hippie4Trump at least twice - searched and interrogated and likely id everyone. So they likely know his name, and because he has not been arrested, they argue, he's one of them. The kid in the black ski mask was also filmed near another false flag conspiracy character, Ray Epps, more on him in the link below. They suspect - he must be a deep state false flag conspiracy. No evidence exists of him assaulting police or any evidence of him inside the Capitol building. The Insurrection Hunters gave him the hashtag #blackSkiMask. His FBI tag is #148 - AFO. jan6attack.com/individuals/blackskimaskwww.fbi.gov/wanted/capitol-violence-images/capitol-148.jpg/view Arrested in late 2023.Paul Orta Jr., 34, of Blue Earth, Minnesota, is charged in a criminal complaint filed in the District of Columbia with a felony offense of obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder. In addition to the felony, Orta is charged with misdemeanor offenses of entering or remaining in a restricted building or grounds and disorderly and disruptive conduct in a restricted building or grounds. Orta was arrested on Nov. 14, 2023, in MinnesotaThe kid dressed in black could be mistaken for Anifa except for the tan tactical military vest. The interview he gave was relaxed. He seems genuinely caught up in the mop inspired by Trump to overturn the election. Arrested was the bus owner Thomas Gronek a fungus grower and indoor-outdoor planter from Asheville, North Carolina. Gronek also claimed in court filings that the pink rifle belonged to his daughter – one of his five children – and forgot it was on the bus when he traveled to Washington. citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2021/02/22/asheville-man-arrested-washington-dc-before-deadly-capitol-riots-released-jail/4547506001 Gronek, in a Facebook post, praised the president and denounced "the evil govt." He warned of a "mass takeover of the country." He feared the constitution would be changed and suggested people opposing Trump and brainwashing the American public may actually be aliens. pulse.ncpolicywatch.org/2021/01/07/hippies-for-trump-asheville-man-among-nine-north-carolinians-arrested-for-right-wing-insurrection-at-u-s-capitol/#sthash.yJHikQPx.JMADXavB.dpbs"The theory was amplified by Revolver News, a fringe news site founded by a former Trump administration speechwriter who lost his job after speaking at a 2016 conference attended by white nationalists." Story by ALI SWENSON Associated Press abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/fact-focus-federal-agents-orchestrate-jan-82214107The story about the black ski-masked kid who appears in Revolver run by a Trump disciple -https://www.revolver.news/2021/12/damning-new-details-massive-web-unindicted-operators-january-6/ Trump praises right-wing sites that helped to seed the conspiracy theory that the FBI is to blame for the Capitol riot. businessinsider.com/trump-praises-revoler-news-pushed-false-fbi-capitol-riot-theory-2022-1The story of poor more Ebbs by Glenn Kessler washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/01/19/how-trump-supporter-ray-epps-became-entangled-trump-touted-conspiracy-theory/?utm_campaign=wp_fact_checker&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&wpisrc=nl_fact#CapitolRiots#ComplicitCorruptGOP#BrownBaron#DomesticTerrorism#ImpeachTrumpAgainNOW#Jan6#MAGATerrorism#NeverForgetJanuary6th#OperationWarpConcede#StormTheCapitol#TraitorTrump#trumpcausedthis#TrumpConceded#TrumpCoupAttempt#USCapitolTerroristAttack #Capitol#seige
Media Attack on Jan 6th at Capitol Eddie Becker 2021-08-09 | When the 2nd Amendment supersedes the First, it activates a mob of totalitarian bullies who attempt to blind the eyes of documentarians. Protect the freedom to report.Original video samples From The Black Conservative PreacherI CAN'T BREATHE (ON THE STEPS) THE STORM ARRIVED PT- 9youtu.be/Zqh47NQtRPUAttack at 4:55 from original youtube.I'm told this guy has attacked others. #LittleBrownBeardjan6attack.com/individuals/littlebrownbeard/index.htm#JournalistProtectionAct#journalism#WorldPressFreedomDay@freedomofpress#PressFreedom#Journalist_Safety#JournalismIsNotACrime#journalists#CapitolPutsch #DefendDemocracy#Fascism #January6th #January6thInsurrection #NeverForget#NeverForgetJanuary6th #Trump #TrumpCoupAttempt#WeWillNeverForgetJan6
Jan 6th Combatants Talk Eddie Becker 2021-08-08 | After the siege of the Capitol, combatants discuss what they did and why they did it. jan6attack.com/individuals/brownbaron/index.htm#CapitolRiots#ComplicitCorruptGOP#BrownBaron#DomesticTerrorism#ImpeachTrumpAgainNOW#Jan6#MAGATerrorism#NeverForgetJanuary6th#OperationWarpConcede#StormTheCapitol#TraitorTrump#trumpcausedthis#TrumpConceded#TrumpCoupAttempt#USCapitolTerroristAttack #Capitol#seige
Freedom Plaza meet-and-greet on the day before Insurrection Eddie Becker 2021-02-27 | Calm before the storm. A leisurely stroll around Freedom Plaza meet-and-greet on the day before January 6, 2021, Capitol Insurrection. With a few interviews on the presidential election and the constitution. The best stuff unfolds in front of the camera and this video reveals that technique. My first impression from Jan 5th, the day before the Capitol Seize is here with more interviews from that day. youtu.be/HD7IqtHCHGE #USCapitolTerroristAttack#ProudBoys, #PatriotPrayer#January6th#StormTheCapitol#stopthesteal#oathkeepers@CapitolHunters @SeditionHunters#SeditionComms
Survivalists Robert Gieswein complete Interview Jan 05 2021 Eddie Becker 2021-02-17 | This interview with timecode is made available for licensing and use by educators, historians, and anyone interested in the unedited interview. Interview by Eddie Becker Jan 05, 2021 Robert Dean Carr Gieswein, DOB Dec. 28, 1996, of Woodland Park, was arrested for assault on a federal officer, aiding and abetting the destruction of federal property, obstruction of a federal proceeding, violent entry or disorderly conduct, and knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority. This was a no-bond warrant.#CapitolRiots#ComplicitCorruptGOP#DomesticTerrorism#Jan6#MAGATerrorism#NeverForgetJanuary6th#OperationWarpConcede#StormTheCapitol#TraitorTrump#trumpcausedthis#TrumpConceded#TrumpCoupAttempt
Stoned Out Capitol Insurrectionist Interviewed Eddie Becker 2021-02-12 | Robert (Bobby) Gieswein 24, was interviewed the day before the Capitol insurrection. The next day on Jan 6th he was photographed in the U.S. Capitol charging barriers and police. Bobby is a survivalist whose skillset came in handy in the Capitol assault. He had a metal baseball bat and pepper spray manufactured to stop bears at great distances - he used it on the Police protecting the Capitol. He was accused of coordinating with the Proud Boys and Three Percenters with attacking the police, Now he has to survive in jail and through a judicial process. He and his comrades looked to Trump as commander-in-chief and they took the Capitol calling it the People's House - wanting to rescue Trump from impending doom by derailing the electoral process. Now he's hit with the full weight of the Constitution and unequal Justice where Trump gets off, but he does not.In his legal motion for release, his lawyer asserts that Gieswein was high on cannabis and too-stoned-to-be-responsible for his actions. This interview was submitted as evidence in his defense. "[On January 5, 2021], Mr. Gieswein was at Freedom Plaza in the District with other Trump supporters. He was approached by someone with a video camera, who engaged him in conversation. He had just smoked a significant amount of marijuana, and his intoxication is palpable in his dilated pupils and grin, and in the rambling comments that ensued. Asked why he had come, he said: “to keep President Trump in.” leafly.com/news/politics/a-proud-boy-claimed-marijuana-made-him-storm-the-capitol-stoner-twitter-owned-him andleafly.com/news/politics/a-proud-boy-claimed-marijuana-made-him-storm-the-capitol-stoner-twitter-owned-himFull 07-27-2021 Opinion casetext.com/case/united-states-v-gieswein-7 Robert Dean Carr Gieswein, DOB Dec. 28, 1996, of Woodland Park, was arrested on a warrant for assault on a federal officer, aiding and abetting the destruction of federal property, obstruction of a federal proceeding, violent entry or disorderly conduct, and knowingly entering or remaining in any restricted building or grounds without lawful authority. This was a no-bond warrant.The FBI charging affidavit alleged that he assaulted federal officers outside the Capitol with bear spray and a baseball bat; “encouraged other rioters as they broke a window of the Capitol building; entered … charged through the Capitol building.” assaulted federal officers with bear spray and a baseball bat; allegedly helped push a barrier against Capitol police officers and sprayed his chemical irritant at them and encouraged a crowd to break open a window before entering through it himself.Court papers say that Gieswein is affiliated with an Oath Keepers-related extremist group called the Three Percenters.Gieswein runs a private paramilitary training group called the Woodland Wild Dogs, and a patch for that group was visible on a tactical vest he wore during the attack on Congress, an FBI affidavit said.Case Number: 1:21-cr-24.UNITED STATES OF AMERICA V. ROBERT GIESWEIN, justice.gov/opa/page/file/1361206/download #gieswein#USCapitolTerroristAttack#ProudBoys#capitolbuilding #trump #donaldtrump #riot #domesticterrorism #terrorist #usa #america #unitedstatescapitol #protest #dcprotest #capitolhill
