The Taxpayer Wars: How Governments Use Your Money Against You

By Dale Jodoin In today's world, it's easy to feel like governments are constantly trying to control every aspect of our lives. They take our hard-earned taxpayer money and use it to create division among us. They use their newspapers and media outlets to confuse and mislead us, making it hard to see the truth. It's ironic how governments criticize countries like China and Russia for spying on their people, yet they do the same thing to us. They claim to protect our democracy, but what kind of democracy spies on its own citizens? Government Control and Media Manipulation Governments have a powerful tool at their disposal: the media. They use newspapers, television, and the internet to spread their messages and control public opinion. By feeding us a steady stream of news and information, they shape our views and beliefs. They use buzzwords like "freedom" and "democracy" to make us feel like they care about our rights, but in reality, these words are often just tools for control. For example, the term "freedom" is used to rally support for government actions, even when those actions limit our personal freedoms. Similarly, words like "racism" are used to create divisions among us, pitting one group against another. This strategy is not new. During the McCarthy era, the government used the fear of communism to control the public. Today, they use different tactics, but the goal is the same: to maintain control. The Impact on Minority Groups Governments often use minority groups to further their agendas. They highlight issues within these groups to distract from their own failings and to create conflict. By focusing on the struggles of minority groups, they can divert attention from larger problems and keep people divided. This manipulation extends to education. Schools and universities are often used to indoctrinate young people, teaching them to follow the government's agenda. This can lead to a situation where children are taught to distrust and even turn against their parents and grandparents. The goal is to weaken family bonds and create a generation that is loyal to the government above all else. The Role of Spying and Surveillance One of the most troubling aspects of government control is the extent to which they spy on their own citizens. Governments use surveillance to monitor our activities, track our movements, and collect data on us. This information is then used to control and manipulate us. In countries like Canada, the US, and the UK, governments often criticize other nations for their surveillance practices. However, they are guilty of the same behavior. They use the threat of external enemies to justify their spying, but in reality, the biggest threat to our freedom comes from within. The Destruction of Choice As governments gain more control, our choices become more limited. They dictate how much money we can make, what we can say, and how we should live our lives. This erosion of choice is a form of tyranny. When people lose the ability to make their own decisions, they lose their freedom. This control is often justified in the name of security. Governments claim that they need to monitor us to protect us from threats. However, this is a false promise. The real goal is to maintain power and control. The Role of the Internet The internet has become a battleground for control. Governments use it to spread propaganda and monitor dissent. They also rely on ordinary people to police each other. This phenomenon is often referred to as "wokeness," where individuals take it upon themselves to enforce government-approved ideas and punish those who dissent. This creates a culture of fear and conformity. People are afraid to speak out or challenge the status quo because they risk being ostracized or punished. This self-policing is a powerful tool for governments because it means they don't have to do all the work themselves. The Impact on Seniors One of the groups most affected by government control is seniors. They have lived through many changes and have seen the impact of government policies firsthand. Because of this, they often resist government control and speak out against it. This makes them a target. Governments know that seniors have a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be used to educate the young. By discrediting and marginalizing seniors, governments can weaken this influence and maintain control over younger generations. The Loss of Freedom As my generation disappears, I worry about the future. I have seen the impact of government control and the loss of freedom. I pray that one day, people will truly understand what it means to be free. Freedom is not just a word; it is the ability to make our own choices and live our own lives without interference from the government. We must fight for freedom from the control of government tyranny and the influence of biased teachers. Only then can we hope to create a world where people are truly free to live their lives as they choose. It is up to us to recognize these issues and work towards a future where freedom is not just a buzzword, but a reality.