Biden’s Dangerous Hypocrisy – He Both Honored and Condemned This Criminal System

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In a stunning display of hypocrisy, President Biden warns about the dangers of dark money just weeks after awarding the Medal of Freedom to George Soros, the undisputed king of dark money in American politics.

At a Glance

  • Biden warns of the dangers of dark money in politics during his farewell address
  • Two weeks earlier, Biden awarded George Soros, a major dark money donor, the Medal of Freedom
  • Dark money refers to political donations that are not publicly disclosed
  • Soros is linked to financing progressive district attorneys and leftist candidates through dark money
  • Critics argue that Biden’s actions contradict his warnings about the concentration of power among the ultra-wealthy

Biden’s Warning and the Dark Money Conundrum

In a farewell address that left many scratching their heads, President Joe Biden sounded the alarm about the perils of dark money in politics. Dark money, for those unfamiliar with the term, refers to political donations that are not publicly disclosed, allowing wealthy donors to influence elections without accountability. It’s a practice that has long been criticized for its potential to undermine democratic processes.

“In my farewell address tonight, I want to warn the country of some things that give me great concern. And that’s a dangerous concentration of power in the hands of a very few ultra wealthy people. The dangerous consequences if their abuse of power is left unchecked,” Biden declared, seemingly oblivious to the irony of his recent actions.

The Soros Paradox

The president’s warning might have carried more weight if it hadn’t come just two weeks after he bestowed the Presidential Medal of Freedom upon George Soros, a man whose name has become synonymous with dark money in progressive circles. Soros, a Hungarian-born billionaire, has long been associated with financing soft-on-crime district attorneys, radical left candidates, and a host of Democratic initiatives through his labyrinth of foundations and organizations.

“George Soros is an investor, philanthropist, and founder of the Open Society Foundations. Through his network of foundations, partners and projects in more than 120 countries, Soros has focused on global initiatives that strengthen democracy, human rights, education, and social justice.” – Biden’s White House

This glowing endorsement from the White House stands in stark contrast to the reality of Soros’s influence on American politics. While the administration lauds his philanthropic efforts, critics argue that his dark money operations have had a profound and often destabilizing effect on local and national politics.

The Dark Money Machine

The reach of dark money in American politics is vast and troubling. Take, for instance, the Dangerous Speech Project, an initiative supported by Arabella Advisors’ $1.6 billion “dark money” network. Funded by center-left organizations, including George Soros and the Ford Foundation, this project claims to counter right-wing “hate” and Republican “misinformation” using legal measures against “influential liars.” However, critics argue that it employs tactics reminiscent of Soviet-era censorship, all while hiding behind the veil of combating dangerous speech.

“Banning Trump from Twitter, Facebook, and other platforms will help to stop him from spilling more gasoline, but it won’t clean up what is already there in the minds of millions of his followers.” – Susan Benesch

This statement from Susan Benesch, who leads the Dangerous Speech Project, exemplifies the kind of rhetoric that has many conservatives concerned about the true intentions behind these dark money-funded initiatives. It’s not just about countering misinformation; it’s about controlling the narrative and silencing opposition.

The Hypocrisy Unveiled

Biden’s sudden concern about the concentration of wealth and power among the ultra-rich rings hollow when one considers his administration’s cozy relationship with dark money benefactors like Soros. The president’s warning that “Today, an oligarchy is taking shape in America of extreme wealth, power and influence that literally threatens our entire democracy, our basic rights and freedoms and a fair shot for everyone to get ahead” seems almost comical in light of his recent actions.

“As with the right of free speech, we may not agree with others, but we will defend their right to free speech as strongly as we do for ourselves.” – Ralph Nader

This quote from Ralph Nader serves as a stark reminder of the principles that should guide our approach to political discourse and influence. Yet, the actions of the Biden administration and the dark money networks it seems to tacitly endorse suggest a different agenda entirely – one where free speech is selectively defended and the influence of wealth is celebrated, so long as it aligns with the right ideological bent.

A Call for Transparency

As Biden prepares to leave office, his warning about dark money should serve as a call to action – not just for his supporters, but for all Americans concerned about the integrity of our democratic process. The influence of dark money, whether from the left or the right, poses a significant threat to the principles of transparency and accountability that should be the bedrock of our political system.

If the president truly believes in the dangers he speaks of, perhaps he should start by addressing the dark money influencers within his own circle. Only then can we begin to have an honest conversation about the concentration of power and its impact on American democracy. Until that happens, Biden’s warnings will continue to sound like nothing more than hollow rhetoric from a politician who has benefited from the very system he now decries.