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(See also George Herbert Walker Bush, George Walker Bush)
Introduction
The video explores the ownership of a building used during a Trump rally, focusing on whether BlackRock, a major global investment firm, owns the property. The investigation involves a deep dive into public records, corporate history, and financial disclosures to piece together the ownership puzzle.
Background
Initial Query
The investigation begins with a viewer commenting that BlackRock owns the building. This prompted the presenter to examine public records and company information to verify this claim. The building in question was where Thomas Crooks was allegedly positioned during the Trump rally, raising concerns about its ownership due to its potential implications.
American Glass Research
The property records initially show American Glass Research as the owner. However, this name does not appear in the Pennsylvania Secretary of State’s business search, suggesting a possible name change or corporate restructuring.
The Investigation
Step 1: Property Records and GIS Mapping
The presenter starts with the Butler County GIS parcel mapping website, which lists American Glass Research as the property owner. This initial search establishes the physical location and the current listed owner but does not reveal BlackRock’s involvement.
Step 2: Secretary of State Business Search
Next, the presenter uses the Pennsylvania Department of State’s business search tool to look up American Glass Research. The search yields no results, indicating a potential name change. This leads to further investigation into the company’s history and structure.
Step 3: Company History and Name Change
Visiting American Glass Research's website reveals that the company changed its name to AGR International. This name change is a crucial piece of the puzzle, as it aligns with historical records dating back to the 1920s, including involvement in significant projects like the Manhattan Project.
Step 4: AGR International’s Ownership
Returning to the Secretary of State’s website, the presenter searches for AGR International. The results show the company’s history and recent filings, including a registered office change and ownership transfer to Indecor Industrial Solutions.
Step 5: Indecor Industrial Solutions
AGR International, the current owner of the building, was recently acquired by Indecor Industrial Solutions. This acquisition adds another layer to the corporate ownership structure. The presenter examines Indecor's background, revealing it as a subsidiary of Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm.
Step 6: Financial Connections to BlackRock
To uncover BlackRock’s potential involvement, the presenter turns to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings. A search for Indecor in the SEC’s public records reveals that BlackRock Funds V has a significant loan extended to Indecor. This financial link indicates that while BlackRock does not directly own the building, it has substantial financial involvement.
Detailed Findings
Corporate Hierarchy and Ownership
The investigation reveals a complex hierarchy of corporate ownership:
AGR International owns the building.
Indecor Industrial Solutions acquired AGR International.
Indecor is primarily owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, with substantial investments from BlackRock Funds V.
Financial Disclosures and Loans
The SEC filings show that BlackRock Funds V lists a nearly $17 million loan to Indecor, suggesting a significant financial interest. This loan’s details, including its maturity date and interest rate, provide insights into BlackRock’s involvement.
Influential Connections
Key individuals in the corporate hierarchy, such as Joseph L. Rice III (founder of Clayton Dubilier & Rice) and Larry Fink (CEO of BlackRock), have connections to influential organizations like the Council on Foreign Relations. These connections, along with shared fraternity memberships, indicate potential indirect ties between the entities.
Conclusion
While BlackRock is not directly listed as the owner of the building, its financial involvement through loans and investments in Indecor indicates a significant indirect connection. The complex web of corporate ownership and financial ties paints a picture of how large investment firms like BlackRock can influence and control properties through multiple layers of corporate structures.
Key points
🗂 Ownership Tracing: The investigation involved tracing property records and company registrations to uncover the ownership history of the building.
🕵️ American Glass Research: Initially listed as the building's owner but found to be part of a larger corporate structure.
📜 AGR International: The current name of American Glass Research, which has a long history and connections to significant historical events like the Manhattan Project.
🏢 Indecor Acquisition: AGR International was recently acquired by Indecor Industrial Solutions, another layer in the ownership chain.
🏦 Clayton Dubilier & Rice: Indecor is owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm.
🔍 Financial Connections: BlackRock Funds V provided a substantial loan to Indecor, linking BlackRock financially to the entity that ultimately owns the building.
🌐 Corporate Web: The ownership structure is a complex web of corporations and financial interests, typical in large-scale investments.
🤝 Council on Foreign Relations: Both key individuals in these corporations have ties to influential organizations like the Council on Foreign Relations.
💰 Investment Disclosure: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings provided critical evidence of BlackRock's financial involvement.
📑 Public Records: The investigation relied heavily on public records, illustrating the transparency of corporate structures and financial dealings.
Summary
Initial Inquiry: The video starts with a query about BlackRock's ownership of the building Thomas Crooks was on during a Trump rally.
American Glass Research: The building is owned by American Glass Research, which did not directly show BlackRock's ownership.
Company Search: A search on the Pennsylvania Secretary of State's website yielded no results for American Glass Research, indicating a name change.
AGR International: The company is now known as AGR International, which has a historical connection to significant projects like the Manhattan Project.
Indecor Acquisition: AGR International was recently acquired by Indecor, adding another layer to the ownership.
Clayton Dubilier & Rice: Indecor is majorly owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm.
Financial Links: SEC filings show BlackRock Funds V's significant loan to Indecor, establishing a financial link.
Complex Ownership**: The ownership is not direct but involves a web of corporate entities and financial interests.
Influential Ties: Key individuals involved have ties to influential organizations, adding another layer of complexity.
Conclusion: While BlackRock does not directly own the building, its financial involvement is significant through various corporate layers.
Sections in Detail
Initial Inquiry
The video begins with a viewer questioning whether BlackRock owns the building used during a Trump rally. This prompts the presenter to investigate the building’s ownership through public records and company information. The building in question gained attention because it was where Thomas Crooks was allegedly positioned during the rally, leading to security concerns and speculation about its ownership.
American Glass Research
The property records initially list American Glass Research as the building’s owner. However, a search on the Pennsylvania Secretary of State’s business search tool yields no results for this name, suggesting a possible name change or corporate restructuring. This leads the presenter to delve deeper into the company’s history and ownership structure.
AGR International
The investigation reveals that American Glass Research changed its name to AGR International. This name change aligns with historical records, including the company’s involvement in significant projects like the Manhattan Project. This connection adds a layer of historical context to the investigation.
Indecor Acquisition
Further investigation shows that AGR International was recently acquired by Indecor Industrial Solutions. This acquisition adds another layer to the corporate ownership structure. Indecor’s background and ownership are examined to uncover any connections to BlackRock.
Clayton Dubilier & Rice
Indecor is primarily owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm. This ownership adds complexity to the investigation, as the presenter seeks to uncover any financial links between Clayton Dubilier & Rice and BlackRock.
Financial Connections to BlackRock
The presenter turns to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings to uncover BlackRock’s potential involvement. A search for Indecor in the SEC’s public records reveals that BlackRock Funds V has a significant loan extended to Indecor. This financial link indicates that while BlackRock does not directly own the building, it has substantial financial involvement.
Corporate Hierarchy and Ownership
The investigation reveals a complex hierarchy of corporate ownership:
AGR International owns the building.
Indecor Industrial Solutions acquired AGR International.
Indecor is primarily owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, with substantial investments from BlackRock Funds V.
Financial Disclosures and Loans
The SEC filings show that BlackRock Funds V lists a nearly $17 million loan to Indecor, suggesting a significant financial interest. This loan’s details, including its maturity date and interest rate, provide insights into BlackRock’s involvement.
Influential Connections
Key individuals in the corporate hierarchy, such as Joseph L. Rice III (founder of Clayton Dubilier & Rice) and Larry Fink (CEO of BlackRock), have connections to influential organizations like the Council on Foreign Relations. These connections, along with shared fraternity memberships, indicate potential indirect ties between the entities.
Conclusion
While BlackRock is not directly listed as the owner of the building, its financial involvement through loans and investments in Indecor indicates a significant indirect
connection. The complex web of corporate ownership and financial ties paints a picture of how large investment firms like BlackRock can influence and control properties through multiple layers of corporate structures.
Key Points in Detail
🗂 Ownership Tracing: The investigation involved tracing property records and company registrations to uncover the ownership history of the building. This process included multiple searches on public records websites and a deep dive into corporate history.
🕵️ American Glass Research: Initially listed as the building's owner but found to be part of a larger corporate structure. The name change to AGR International was a crucial discovery, connecting the company to a long historical timeline and significant projects.
📜 AGR International: The current name of American Glass Research, which has a long history and connections to significant historical events like the Manhattan Project. This historical context adds depth to the investigation.
🏢 Indecor Acquisition: AGR International was recently acquired by Indecor Industrial Solutions, another layer in the ownership chain. This acquisition is a key part of the corporate hierarchy.
🏦 Clayton Dubilier & Rice: Indecor is owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm. This ownership adds complexity to the investigation, as the presenter seeks to uncover any financial links between Clayton Dubilier & Rice and BlackRock.
🔍 Financial Connections: BlackRock Funds V provided a substantial loan to Indecor, linking BlackRock financially to the entity that ultimately owns the building. This financial link is a critical piece of evidence.
🌐 Corporate Web: The ownership structure is a complex web of corporations and financial interests, typical in large-scale investments. This web makes direct ownership tracing challenging but reveals the interconnected nature of corporate ownership.
🤝 Council on Foreign Relations: Both key individuals in these corporations have ties to influential organizations like the Council on Foreign Relations. These connections indicate potential indirect ties between the entities.
💰 Investment Disclosure: The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings provided critical evidence of BlackRock's financial involvement. These filings include detailed information about loans and investments, adding transparency to the investigation.
📑 Public Records: The investigation relied heavily on public records, illustrating the transparency of corporate structures and financial dealings. These records are crucial for tracing ownership and financial connections.
Summary Expanded
Initial Inquiry: The video starts with a query about BlackRock's ownership of the building Thomas Crooks was on during a Trump rally.
American Glass Research: The building is owned by American Glass Research, which did not directly show BlackRock's ownership.
Company Search: A search on the Pennsylvania Secretary of State's website yielded no results for American Glass Research, indicating a name change.
AGR International: The company is now known as AGR International, which has a historical connection to significant projects like the Manhattan Project.
Indecor Acquisition: AGR International was recently acquired by Indecor, adding another layer to the ownership.
Clayton Dubilier & Rice: Indecor is majorly owned by Clayton Dubilier & Rice, a private investment firm.
Financial Links: SEC filings show BlackRock Funds V's significant loan to Indecor, establishing a financial link.
Complex Ownership: The ownership is not direct but involves a web of corporate entities and financial interests.
Influential Ties: Key individuals involved have ties to influential organizations, adding another layer of complexity.
Conclusion: While BlackRock does not directly own the building, its financial involvement is significant through various corporate layers.
From Kando: Mr Rice is a founder of the Firm and currently serves as Chairman. He has spent the major portion of his business career in private equity and is one of the founders of the industry. Mr Rice is trustee emeritus of Williams College and is a member of INSEAD’s International Advisory Council. He is also a member of The Council on Foreign Relations and The Brookings Institution. Mr Rice is currently a member of the supervisory board of Rexel and a director of Uniroyal Holding. Mr Rice is a graduate of Williams College and holds a JD from Harvard Law School.
Joseph L Rice III
Chairman at Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Inc
Business Positions
Gibbons, Green & Rice a management buyout firm
• Founder ('69)
Laird, Inc. Laird Incorporated, a group of investors with ties to the du Pont family
• Position ('66→'69)
G.H. Walker, Laird the successor to G.H. Walker & Co.,
• Position
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP Sullivan & Cromwell provides legal advice and representation to clients around the world.
• Attorney ('60→'66)
Board Memberships
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, Inc. a private equity firm
• Chairman [+1]
Manhattan Institute conservative think tank
• Trustee
Remington Arms Company, LLC Firearm and ammunition manufacturer
• Director
Government Positions
US Marines
• lieutenant ('54→'57)
Federal Election Campaign Contributions
1 / 4
• 2 contributions · 30,000 USD (Dec 13 '89→Dec 13 '90)
• 1 contribution · 28,500 USD (Apr 29 '08)
Republican National Committee U.S. political committee that leads the Republican Party of the U.S., a/k/a The Grand Ol' Party/GOP
• 1 contribution · 28,500 USD ('08)
RNC Republican National State Elections Committee
• 1 contribution · 15,000 USD (Dec 18 '91)
Chuck Schumer US Senator, former Representative from New York
• 10 contributions · 12,300 USD ('90→Nov 19 '09)
New York State Democratic Committee
• 1 contribution · 10,000 USD (Sep 28 '16)
Right To Rise PAC Jeb Bush-affiliated PAC
• 1 contribution · 5,000 USD (Feb 6 '15)
Inactive Federal Political Committee
• 1 contribution · 5,000 USD ('00)
• 1 contribution · 5,000 USD ('05)
Sandhills Political Action Committee
• 1 contribution · 5,000 USD (Mar 31 '00)
Memberships
Council on Foreign Relations US foreign policy think tank
• member
Schools
Harvard Law School
• JD (?→'60)
Williams College Private liberal arts college in Williamstown, Massachusetts
• BA (?→'54)
Addendum
Sullivan & Cromwell: Involvement in Nazi Germany
Background:
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP is a prestigious American law firm founded in 1879. Known for its influential role in corporate law and international finance, the firm has represented major corporations and financial institutions globally. During the 1920s and 1930s, Sullivan & Cromwell had significant dealings with German businesses, including those linked to the Nazi regime.
Key Figures:
John Foster Dulles: A senior partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, Dulles was heavily involved in the firm's international operations. He later became U.S. Secretary of State under President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Allen Dulles: John Foster Dulles’s brother, also a partner at Sullivan & Cromwell, played a significant role in the firm's dealings. He later became the first civilian Director of Central Intelligence (CIA).
Involvement:
Representation of German Companies:
Sullivan & Cromwell represented several major German companies, including I.G. Farben and the German subsidiaries of American corporations like Ford and General Motors. These companies were integral to Germany's industrial base and, by extension, the Nazi war effort.
The firm helped these companies navigate U.S. financial markets, secure capital, and manage their international legal affairs.
Facilitation of Capital Flows:
Sullivan & Cromwell was instrumental in facilitating capital flows between the U.S. and Germany. They arranged for German companies to issue bonds and stocks in the U.S. financial markets, securing much-needed funds for industrial expansion.
The firm’s legal expertise ensured that these transactions complied with U.S. and international laws, thereby legitimizing financial support for German enterprises.
Advisory Services:
The firm provided advisory services to both American and German clients on a range of issues, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring. These services were critical in maintaining and expanding the operations of German industrial giants like I.G. Farben.
Sullivan & Cromwell’s deep knowledge of international law and finance made it a trusted advisor for companies seeking to capitalize on transatlantic opportunities.
Impact:
Industrial Strengthening of Nazi Germany:
The financial and legal support provided by Sullivan & Cromwell played a significant role in strengthening the industrial capabilities of Nazi Germany. By ensuring that German companies had access to American capital and legal expertise, the firm indirectly contributed to Germany’s rearmament efforts.
Key industrial players like I.G. Farben, which produced essential war materials, benefited significantly from the firm’s services.
Ethical and Legal Controversies:
The involvement of Sullivan & Cromwell with Nazi-linked businesses has been a subject of ethical and legal scrutiny. Critics argue that the firm prioritized profit over ethical considerations, facilitating business operations that supported a totalitarian regime.
The firm’s representation of controversial clients has sparked debates about the responsibilities of legal professionals in global finance and politics.
Post-War Developments:
John Foster Dulles’s Political Career:
John Foster Dulles’s transition from a leading lawyer to a prominent political figure underscored the interconnectedness of law, finance, and politics. As Secretary of State, Dulles played a key role in shaping U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War, drawing on his extensive experience in international finance.
His involvement with Sullivan & Cromwell’s German clients became a point of contention during his political career, raising questions about his prior affiliations and their influence on his policy decisions.
Allen Dulles and the CIA:
Allen Dulles’s tenure as Director of Central Intelligence was marked by a focus on combating communism, influenced by his experiences in international law and finance. His prior work with German businesses provided him with insights into global economic networks, which he leveraged in his intelligence operations.
The Dulles brothers’ roles in shaping U.S. post-war strategy highlighted the enduring impact of their earlier legal work on international relations.
Legacy:
Legal and Financial Influence:
Sullivan & Cromwell remains a powerhouse in the legal industry, continuing to represent major corporations and financial institutions worldwide. The firm’s historical involvement with Nazi Germany is a complex chapter in its legacy, reflecting the broader challenges of balancing legal responsibilities with ethical considerations.
The firm's ability to navigate complex international legal and financial landscapes has cemented its reputation as a leading advisor in global business.
Ethical Reflection:
The ethical implications of Sullivan & Cromwell’s work during the Nazi era continue to be a topic of reflection and discussion within the legal community. The firm's history serves as a case study in the ethical dilemmas faced by legal professionals in an interconnected world.
Ongoing debates about the role of lawyers in facilitating controversial business operations underscore the need for ethical vigilance and accountability in the legal profession.
Key Figures: Prescott Bush, George Herbert Walker Jr., and Averell Harriman
Prescott Bush
Background:
Prescott Sheldon Bush (1895-1972) was an American banker and politician, father of President George H. W. Bush, and grandfather of President George W. Bush. He was a partner at Brown Brothers Harriman, a prominent investment bank.
Involvement:
Union Banking Corporation (UBC):Prescott Bush was a director of UBC, which had close ties with German industrialist Fritz Thyssen, an early supporter of Adolf Hitler. UBC's assets were seized under the Trading with the Enemy Act in 1942 due to its connections with Nazi Germany.
Brown Brothers Harriman: Bush's firm provided financial services to German companies and maintained connections with Nazi-affiliated enterprises through various business dealings.
Impact:
Financial Networks: Prescott Bush's activities exemplify the broader financial support and facilitation provided by American banking institutions to Nazi-linked businesses.
Ethical Controversies: His involvement raises questions about the ethical responsibilities of bankers and their complicity in enabling totalitarian regimes through financial support.
George Herbert Walker Jr.
Background:
George Herbert Walker Jr. (1905-1977) was an American businessman and financier, the uncle of President George H. W. Bush. He was closely associated with the financial industry and held significant positions in various companies.
Involvement:
Investment and Banking: George H. Walker Jr. was involved in numerous banking and investment activities, including those that facilitated financial flows to and from Germany during the Nazi era.
Union Banking Corporation: As part of his family's business interests, Walker had connections with UBC, which was implicated in supporting Nazi-affiliated enterprises.
Impact:
Financial Influence: His role highlights the influence and reach of American financiers in international markets, including those that were entangled with Nazi Germany.
Legacy: Walker's business activities contributed to the complex web of financial relationships that supported and benefited from the Nazi regime.
Averell Harriman
Background:
William Averell Harriman (1891-1986) was an American Democratic politician, businessman, and diplomat. He was a key figure in the establishment of Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. and served in various governmental roles, including as Secretary of Commerce and Ambassador to the Soviet Union.
Involvement:
Brown Brothers Harriman: Harriman was a co-founder of this influential investment bank, which played a significant role in financing and facilitating international business, including transactions with Nazi Germany.
Union Banking Corporation: Harriman had business connections with UBC, which was involved in handling financial transactions for Nazi-linked businesses.
Soviet Relations: Harriman's later diplomatic career included efforts to manage U.S. relations with the Soviet Union during and after World War II, showcasing his influence in both financial and political spheres.
Impact:
Financial and Political Nexus:Harriman's career exemplifies the intersection of high finance and politics, demonstrating how financial elites influenced international relations and political outcomes.
Ethical Implications: His involvement with businesses linked to Nazi Germany underscores the ethical complexities and controversies faced by financiers during this period.
Detailed Analysis:
Union Banking Corporation (UBC)
Role and Activities: UBC was involved in handling investments and financial transactions that supported German industrial activities, including those associated with the Nazi regime.
Seizure: In 1942, the U.S. government seized UBC's assets under the Trading with the Enemy Act, highlighting the bank's connections to Nazi Germany and raising questions about the extent of American financial complicity in supporting the Nazi war effort.
Brown Brothers Harriman
Founding and Influence: As one of the most influential investment banks, it played a significant role in international finance, including dealings with German businesses during the Nazi era.
Financial Facilitation: The bank's activities facilitated capital flows and investments that indirectly supported the Nazi regime's economic and military capabilities.
Ethical and Historical Context
Complicity and Responsibility: The involvement of figures like Prescott Bush, George Herbert Walker Jr., and Averell Harriman in financial activities linked to Nazi Germany raises significant ethical questions about the responsibilities of financiers in supporting or enabling totalitarian regimes.
Historical Reassessment: Their activities have been the subject of historical scrutiny, leading to debates about the extent of their knowledge and complicity in supporting the Nazi regime through financial means.
Servando Gonzalez Critique of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) in the book "Psychological Warfare and the New World Order"
Overview of the CFR
Servando Gonzalez's critique of the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is central to his thesis in "Psychological Warfare and the New World Order." He portrays the CFR as an invisible government that exerts immense control over U.S. policy and global affairs. According to Gonzalez, the CFR operates covertly, manipulating political, economic, and social systems to achieve its goal of a New World Order—a global totalitarian regime.
Key Aspects of the Critique
1. Historical Roots and Influence
Gonzalez traces the origins of the CFR back to 1921, highlighting its foundational role in shaping U.S. foreign policy. He argues that the CFR was established with the intent to undermine national sovereignty and promote global governance under the control of an elite few.
Key Points:
Founding Intentions: The CFR was founded to eliminate U.S. national sovereignty and create a global government.
Historical Manipulation: Throughout its history, the CFR has strategically positioned its members in key government roles to influence policy decisions.
Citations:
"The CFR’s true power lies in its ability to infiltrate and control the key institutions of American society, including the government, media, and academia" (p. 42).
"The Council on Foreign Relations has created an octopus-like structure that extends its tentacles into every aspect of American life" (p. 44).
2. Infiltration of Government
Gonzalez details how the CFR has infiltrated the highest levels of the U.S. government. Many U.S. presidents, cabinet members, and senior officials have been CFR members, ensuring that the organization's agenda is pursued regardless of the political party in power.
Key Points:
Presidential Influence: From Franklin D. Roosevelt to Barack Obama, numerous U.S. presidents have been affiliated with the CFR.
Bipartisan Control: The CFR's influence transcends political parties, with members holding key positions in both Democratic and Republican administrations.
Citations:
"During the administration of George H. W. Bush, most Cabinet members were also CFR members" (p. 24).
"The number of CFR members in the Clinton, W. Bush, and Obama administrations is even higher" (p. 24).
3. Media Control and Propaganda
The CFR's control over major media outlets is a significant aspect of Gonzalez's critique. He argues that the CFR uses its media influence to shape public opinion, suppress dissent, and promote its globalist agenda.
Key Points:
Media Infiltration: CFR members have significant control over major news organizations, ensuring the dissemination of their narrative.
Propaganda: The media serves as a tool for the CFR to promote its agenda and manipulate public perception.
Citations:
"The CFR has long understood that control of the media is essential for maintaining its influence over public opinion" (p. 82).
"By infiltrating the press, arts, and academia, the CFR has been able to create a monolithic narrative that serves its interests" (p. 84).
4. Economic and Social Engineering
Gonzalez claims that the CFR engages in economic and social engineering to destabilize societies and make them more amenable to globalist control. This includes manipulating financial markets, promoting social unrest, and influencing educational curricula.
Key Points:
Economic Manipulation: The CFR is involved in orchestrating financial crises and manipulating markets to achieve its objectives.
Social Engineering: Through education and media, the CFR promotes social fragmentation and cultural homogenization.
Citations:
"The CFR uses economic manipulation to destabilize societies, creating conditions that favor their globalist agenda" (p. 123).
"Social engineering through media and education is a key strategy for the CFR to maintain control" (p. 84).
5. Role in Intelligence and Covert Operations
Gonzalez emphasizes the CFR's role in intelligence and covert operations, particularly through its influence over the CIA. He argues that the CIA acts as the CFR's secret army, carrying out operations that serve the CFR's interests rather than national security.
Key Points:
Intelligence Control: The CFR has significant influence over the CIA, directing its covert operations.
Covert Activities: The CIA conducts operations that align with the CFR's goals, often under the guise of national security.
Citations:
"The CIA's true purpose is not intelligence gathering but conducting covert operations to maintain the status quo" (p. 124).
"The CFR's control over the CIA allows them to conduct operations that serve their interests under the cover of national security" (p. 112).
Specific Critiques and Examples
The Cold War as a CFR Operation
Gonzalez interprets the Cold War as a prolonged psychological operation orchestrated by the CFR to maintain control over the American public and justify extensive military expenditures.
Key Points:
Manufactured Conflict: The Cold War was used to create a perpetual state of fear and justify military-industrial complex expansion.
Psychological Manipulation: The CFR used the Cold War to manipulate public perception and maintain its influence.
Citations:
"The Cold War was not just a geopolitical struggle but a psychological operation aimed at maintaining control over the American populace" (p. 153).
"The CFR used the Cold War to solidify its influence and justify the expansion of its covert operations" (p. 164).
The National Security Act and the CIA
The National Security Act of 1947, which established the CIA, is critiqued as a pivotal moment that marked the beginning of an era of perpetual psychological warfare against the American public. Gonzalez argues that the CIA was created to serve the interests of the CFR rather than national security.
Key Points:
Creation of the CIA: The CIA was established to conduct covert operations that benefit the CFR.
Perpetual Insecurity: The CFR uses the CIA to create a sense of artificial insecurity, justifying expanded governmental powers.
Citations:
"The National Security Act was a pivotal moment in American history, marking the beginning of an era of perpetual psychological warfare" (p. 110).
"The CIA's true purpose is not intelligence gathering but conducting covert operations to maintain the status quo" (p. 124).
Fidel Castro and the Cuban Connection
Gonzalez describes Fidel Castro as an agent provocateur used by the CFR to escalate Cold War tensions. Castro's actions, including the Cuban Missile Crisis, are depicted as carefully orchestrated to serve the CFR's interests.
Key Points:
Agent Provocateur: Castro's provocations were designed to heighten Cold War tensions and justify U.S. military actions.
Manipulation of Events: Key incidents involving Castro were manipulated to benefit the CFR's agenda.
Citations:
"Fidel Castro's actions were carefully orchestrated to provoke and escalate the Cold War" (p. 205).
"Castro's role as an agent provocateur highlights the depth of the CFR's infiltration and control" (p. 210).
Conclusion of the Critique
Gonzalez concludes that the CFR is a malevolent force working to undermine national sovereignty and establish a global totalitarian regime. He argues that the American public must become aware of the CFR's true nature and resist its influence to preserve freedom and democracy.
Key Points:
Awareness and Resistance: Educating the public about the CFR's activities is crucial for resisting its control.
Preserving Sovereignty: Protecting national sovereignty is essential to countering the CFR's globalist agenda.
Citations:
"Awareness and education are our best defenses against the psychological warfare being waged against us" (p. 304).
"To preserve our freedom, we must remain vigilant and resist the manipulation and control of the elite" (p. 308).