Eloy Cartwright
@eloycartw.bsky.social
Curator humanitarian and development aid site. Authoritarianism is treason. Always.
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Once again this vile cancerous PoS expects others to suffer and die because he wants a grift. The actual, only cause of any fuel shortage is his own actions. It’s time people around the world brought home the message of what we really think of performing authoritarianism
Once again this vile cancerous PoS expects others to suffer and die because he wants a grift. The actual, only cause of any fuel shortage is his own actions. It’s time people around the world brought home the message of what we really think of performing authoritarianism
Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage
U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a global shortage.
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September 13, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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Once again this vile cancerous PoS expects others to suffer and die because he wants a grift. The actual, only cause of any fuel shortage is his own actions. It’s time people around the world brought home the message of what we really think of performing authoritarianism
Once again this vile cancerous PoS expects others to suffer and die because he wants a grift. The actual, only cause of any fuel shortage is his own actions. It’s time people around the world brought home the message of what we really think of performing authoritarianism
www.cnbc.com/2026/09/11/u...
So assuming the justification of the war in the Middle East is “because nuclear weapons”, we can plausibly assume the next target is North Korea
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Unless it’s not really about nuclear weapons
So assuming the justification of the war in the Middle East is “because nuclear weapons”, we can plausibly assume the next target is North Korea
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Unless it’s not really about nuclear weapons
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September 11, 2026 at 7:21 AM
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So assuming the justification of the war in the Middle East is “because nuclear weapons”, we can plausibly assume the next target is North Korea
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Unless it’s not really about nuclear weapons
So assuming the justification of the war in the Middle East is “because nuclear weapons”, we can plausibly assume the next target is North Korea
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Unless it’s not really about nuclear weapons
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At what point is it not clear that this “ballroom” is intended as a way for the regime to continue to occupy the White House even after it’s been deposed? Even after the last election pundits were pointing out that he would be escorted out if he didn’t leave.
At what point is it not clear that this “ballroom” is intended as a way for the regime to continue to occupy the White House even after it’s been deposed? Even after the last election pundits were pointing out that he would be escorted out if he didn’t leave.
Trump brings ballroom dispute to the Supreme Court
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August 18, 2026 at 12:47 AM
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At what point is it not clear that this “ballroom” is intended as a way for the regime to continue to occupy the White House even after it’s been deposed? Even after the last election pundits were pointing out that he would be escorted out if he didn’t leave.
At what point is it not clear that this “ballroom” is intended as a way for the regime to continue to occupy the White House even after it’s been deposed? Even after the last election pundits were pointing out that he would be escorted out if he didn’t leave.
One of our colleagues points out that in 1942, Australians were greatly concerned about the possibility of imminent invasion by the Japanese. In response a retired serviceperson published a 6 part manual called “The Australian Guerrilla”. Who knew 🤷🏾♂️
April 14, 2026 at 6:01 AM
One of our colleagues points out that in 1942, Australians were greatly concerned about the possibility of imminent invasion by the Japanese. In response a retired serviceperson published a 6 part manual called “The Australian Guerrilla”. Who knew 🤷🏾♂️
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Orban’s loss will dramatically increase the regime’s urgency to control and debase the elections. As in Hungary you are going to have assume control community by community - massive street presence, community self defense and alternative vote monitoring/counts
Orban’s loss will dramatically increase the regime’s urgency to control and debase the elections. As in Hungary you are going to have assume control community by community - massive street presence, community self defense and alternative vote monitoring/counts
Inside Trump’s Effort to “Take Over” the Midterm Elections
When Trump tried to overturn the 2020 election, the institutional guardrails of American democracy held. But if faced with the same tests today, those barriers — and people who held the line — would l...
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April 14, 2026 at 3:29 AM
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Orban’s loss will dramatically increase the regime’s urgency to control and debase the elections. As in Hungary you are going to have assume control community by community - massive street presence, community self defense and alternative vote monitoring/counts
Orban’s loss will dramatically increase the regime’s urgency to control and debase the elections. As in Hungary you are going to have assume control community by community - massive street presence, community self defense and alternative vote monitoring/counts
www.politico.eu/article/dona...
It wouldn’t be a complete shock to discover that one intended outcome of the attack on Iran was to drag NATO members into a quagmire that would hand an advantage to the Russians
It wouldn’t be a complete shock to discover that one intended outcome of the attack on Iran was to drag NATO members into a quagmire that would hand an advantage to the Russians
My NATO rage began with Greenland, Trump says
“We want Greenland. They don’t want to give it to us. And I said, ‘bye, bye,’” U.S. president fulminates as allies refuse to back the war on Iran.
www.politico.eu
April 7, 2026 at 11:43 AM
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It wouldn’t be a complete shock to discover that one intended outcome of the attack on Iran was to drag NATO members into a quagmire that would hand an advantage to the Russians
It wouldn’t be a complete shock to discover that one intended outcome of the attack on Iran was to drag NATO members into a quagmire that would hand an advantage to the Russians
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As the west faces down authoritarianism, note the current explicit tendency, Myanmar, the Abraham Accords, DRC etc of the oligarchs to continue fleecing their people under pretext of conflict. It’s become a “go-to” tool. Relatedly I recommend Grinberg’s Trade in War
As the west faces down authoritarianism, note the current explicit tendency, Myanmar, the Abraham Accords, DRC etc of the oligarchs to continue fleecing their people under pretext of conflict. It’s become a “go-to” tool. Relatedly I recommend Grinberg’s Trade in War
Myanmar's new president Min Aung Hlaing faces genocide complaint in Indonesia
A criminal case against Myanmar's newly-elected President Min Aung Hlaing was filed in Indonesia on Monday by a group of civil society organisations, accusing the leader of acts of genocide against ...
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April 6, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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As the west faces down authoritarianism, note the current explicit tendency, Myanmar, the Abraham Accords, DRC etc of the oligarchs to continue fleecing their people under pretext of conflict. It’s become a “go-to” tool. Relatedly I recommend Grinberg’s Trade in War
As the west faces down authoritarianism, note the current explicit tendency, Myanmar, the Abraham Accords, DRC etc of the oligarchs to continue fleecing their people under pretext of conflict. It’s become a “go-to” tool. Relatedly I recommend Grinberg’s Trade in War
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The timing, in relation to the upcoming elections is deeply concerning as well
The timing, in relation to the upcoming elections is deeply concerning as well
Hegseth asks the Army's top uniformed officer to step down while US wages war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ousted the Army’s top uniformed officer and two other generals as the U.S. wages a war against Iran.
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April 3, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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The timing, in relation to the upcoming elections is deeply concerning as well
The timing, in relation to the upcoming elections is deeply concerning as well
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Watch the decision closely. The regime is trying to learn how it can overturn your Constitution by fiat. Just because they might lose the case, doesn’t mean they won’t get what they want. It’s always a small, under appreciated wedge issue for practice. Like ICE
Watch the decision closely. The regime is trying to learn how it can overturn your Constitution by fiat. Just because they might lose the case, doesn’t mean they won’t get what they want. It’s always a small, under appreciated wedge issue for practice. Like ICE
Supreme court justices appear skeptical of move to end birthright citizenship as Trump attends arguments
The US president issued an executive order in 2025 that seeks to undo constitutional right to birthright citizenship
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April 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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Watch the decision closely. The regime is trying to learn how it can overturn your Constitution by fiat. Just because they might lose the case, doesn’t mean they won’t get what they want. It’s always a small, under appreciated wedge issue for practice. Like ICE
Watch the decision closely. The regime is trying to learn how it can overturn your Constitution by fiat. Just because they might lose the case, doesn’t mean they won’t get what they want. It’s always a small, under appreciated wedge issue for practice. Like ICE
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We hope Americans are comfortable with this. You voted for it when you voted for a “daddy”. This is exactly how authoritarians value life, especially life that does not bend the knee to them
We hope Americans are comfortable with this. You voted for it when you voted for a “daddy”. This is exactly how authoritarians value life, especially life that does not bend the knee to them
The EPA just valued a human life at $0. That's not just a moral crisis — it's a market crisis | Fortune
When the government quietly removes human life from its cost-benefit ledger, it isn't environmental policy. It's a fundamental repricing of the economy.
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April 2, 2026 at 6:07 AM
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We hope Americans are comfortable with this. You voted for it when you voted for a “daddy”. This is exactly how authoritarians value life, especially life that does not bend the knee to them
We hope Americans are comfortable with this. You voted for it when you voted for a “daddy”. This is exactly how authoritarians value life, especially life that does not bend the knee to them
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The global authoritarian playbooks are in full swing. Bannon is threatening rigging the 2028 elections. Congratulations on a successful No Kings weekend, now it’s time to get serious.
The global authoritarian playbooks are in full swing. Bannon is threatening rigging the 2028 elections. Congratulations on a successful No Kings weekend, now it’s time to get serious.
This Is How Trump Is Already Threatening the Midterms
WIRED surveyed the ways the Trump administration is working to manipulate this year’s midterm elections.
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March 30, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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The global authoritarian playbooks are in full swing. Bannon is threatening rigging the 2028 elections. Congratulations on a successful No Kings weekend, now it’s time to get serious.
The global authoritarian playbooks are in full swing. Bannon is threatening rigging the 2028 elections. Congratulations on a successful No Kings weekend, now it’s time to get serious.
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What should they be convicted of? Dear Leader has certainly provided several examples
What should they be convicted of? Dear Leader has certainly provided several examples
Erika Kirk Is Facing Backlash For Her Recent Advice To Young, White Men, And People Are Calling It A "Dog Whistle"
"I’m so confused by this fake white male oppression."
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March 15, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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What should they be convicted of? Dear Leader has certainly provided several examples
What should they be convicted of? Dear Leader has certainly provided several examples
Reposted by Eloy Cartwright
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Trump will not substantively confront Iran for the same reason he will not defend Ukraine. He wants to keep the options of killing protesters and invading countries for himself as well
Trump will not substantively confront Iran for the same reason he will not defend Ukraine. He wants to keep the options of killing protesters and invading countries for himself as well
Trump Was Told Attack on Iran Wouldn’t Guarantee Collapse of Regime
The president was advised that the U.S. military would need more firepower in Middle East to launch a large-strike attack.
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January 20, 2026 at 6:11 AM
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Trump will not substantively confront Iran for the same reason he will not defend Ukraine. He wants to keep the options of killing protesters and invading countries for himself as well
Trump will not substantively confront Iran for the same reason he will not defend Ukraine. He wants to keep the options of killing protesters and invading countries for himself as well
www.theguardian.com/news/2026/ma...
If MAGA conspiracy theories are a form of myth making designed to delineate identity and justify control, then the entire exercise, including white refugee status, is nothing more than pre-justifying the reassertion of white hierarchy
If MAGA conspiracy theories are a form of myth making designed to delineate identity and justify control, then the entire exercise, including white refugee status, is nothing more than pre-justifying the reassertion of white hierarchy
How the US far right bought into the myth of white South Africa’s persecution
The long read: When Trump granted white South Africans refugee status, he was echoing a falsehood about Black people taking revenge for years of brutality. But no one flourishes in a repressive police...
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March 10, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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If MAGA conspiracy theories are a form of myth making designed to delineate identity and justify control, then the entire exercise, including white refugee status, is nothing more than pre-justifying the reassertion of white hierarchy
If MAGA conspiracy theories are a form of myth making designed to delineate identity and justify control, then the entire exercise, including white refugee status, is nothing more than pre-justifying the reassertion of white hierarchy
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There’s a museum in Misrata, Libya you people need to check out. Maybe reach out to some folks who live nearby and see if they can help with further information. They have some experience with corrupt authoritarianism
There’s a museum in Misrata, Libya you people need to check out. Maybe reach out to some folks who live nearby and see if they can help with further information. They have some experience with corrupt authoritarianism
Trump’s ICE Is Quietly Stockpiling Weaponry—and It Should Alarm Us All
In addition to staffing up at a furious rate, ICE and CPB are acquiring a vast cache of weapons from private contractors, new data reveals. This will not end well—or anytime soon.
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February 27, 2026 at 2:47 AM
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There’s a museum in Misrata, Libya you people need to check out. Maybe reach out to some folks who live nearby and see if they can help with further information. They have some experience with corrupt authoritarianism
There’s a museum in Misrata, Libya you people need to check out. Maybe reach out to some folks who live nearby and see if they can help with further information. They have some experience with corrupt authoritarianism
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This is what you need to read - it’s a decent initial checklist of what every community and neighborhood needs to develop countermeasures for. You need to learn from others around the world and prepare and practice while you have time
This is what you need to read - it’s a decent initial checklist of what every community and neighborhood needs to develop countermeasures for. You need to learn from others around the world and prepare and practice while you have time
Why Minnesota Was a Wake-Up Call
The ICE "surge" in Minnesota underlined why Americans must remain vigilant against the creation of a police state.
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February 25, 2026 at 1:06 AM
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This is what you need to read - it’s a decent initial checklist of what every community and neighborhood needs to develop countermeasures for. You need to learn from others around the world and prepare and practice while you have time
This is what you need to read - it’s a decent initial checklist of what every community and neighborhood needs to develop countermeasures for. You need to learn from others around the world and prepare and practice while you have time
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None of us live in US - is the same “Musk” mentioned in the Epstein files as wanting to visit that island? Asking for some friends…
None of us live in US - is the same “Musk” mentioned in the Epstein files as wanting to visit that island? Asking for some friends…
Elon Musk tells jurors insult provoked ‘pedo guy’ tweet
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Elon Musk testified Tuesday that he was being insulting, not literally calling a British cave diver a pedophile when he lashed out on Twitter and ended up in a defamation lawsuit fr...
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February 15, 2026 at 8:19 AM
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None of us live in US - is the same “Musk” mentioned in the Epstein files as wanting to visit that island? Asking for some friends…
None of us live in US - is the same “Musk” mentioned in the Epstein files as wanting to visit that island? Asking for some friends…
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👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼THIS!! Democracy actors working cross border to support each other!!!👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
If authoritarians can do it, so can we
👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼THIS!! Democracy actors working cross border to support each other!!!👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
If authoritarians can do it, so can we
ICE List: the small European website exposing US immigration agents
Netherlands-based site uses public information and tips to reveal identities of agents involved in crackdowns across US
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February 11, 2026 at 10:18 AM
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👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼THIS!! Democracy actors working cross border to support each other!!!👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
If authoritarians can do it, so can we
👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼THIS!! Democracy actors working cross border to support each other!!!👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
If authoritarians can do it, so can we
Big Tech CEOs’ tortured statements on ICE in Minnesota show an industry captured by Trump - Fast Company
If there’s actually an “understanding”, all protesters should yell that they work for (big tech company). It seems to mean more than “I’m a citizen”. If it actually works, big tech is busted
If there’s actually an “understanding”, all protesters should yell that they work for (big tech company). It seems to mean more than “I’m a citizen”. If it actually works, big tech is busted
January 29, 2026 at 2:15 AM
Big Tech CEOs’ tortured statements on ICE in Minnesota show an industry captured by Trump - Fast Company
If there’s actually an “understanding”, all protesters should yell that they work for (big tech company). It seems to mean more than “I’m a citizen”. If it actually works, big tech is busted
If there’s actually an “understanding”, all protesters should yell that they work for (big tech company). It seems to mean more than “I’m a citizen”. If it actually works, big tech is busted
www.cnbc.com/2026/01/26/a...
Whatever the hell your regime has done to these people be careful. They wont intend it to end well for the either average person or the most vulnerable
Whatever the hell your regime has done to these people be careful. They wont intend it to end well for the either average person or the most vulnerable
Tech's top CEOs mum after Minneapolis killings, while leaders like Reid Hoffman, Yann LeCun speak out
While a few leaders have voiced outrage, the tech sector has stayed widely silent after the second fatal shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis this month.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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Whatever the hell your regime has done to these people be careful. They wont intend it to end well for the either average person or the most vulnerable
Whatever the hell your regime has done to these people be careful. They wont intend it to end well for the either average person or the most vulnerable
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Property Development Grift 101
1. Have money to launder
2. Get concessionary loans in exchange for ownership stake
3. Overpay contractors for shoddy construction for kickbacks
4. Sell half finished buildings to repay loans
5. Bank packages substandard mortagages
Property Development Grift 101
1. Have money to launder
2. Get concessionary loans in exchange for ownership stake
3. Overpay contractors for shoddy construction for kickbacks
4. Sell half finished buildings to repay loans
5. Bank packages substandard mortagages
www.nbcnews.com
January 25, 2026 at 10:04 AM
www.nbcnews.com/world/gaza/j...
Property Development Grift 101
1. Have money to launder
2. Get concessionary loans in exchange for ownership stake
3. Overpay contractors for shoddy construction for kickbacks
4. Sell half finished buildings to repay loans
5. Bank packages substandard mortagages
Property Development Grift 101
1. Have money to launder
2. Get concessionary loans in exchange for ownership stake
3. Overpay contractors for shoddy construction for kickbacks
4. Sell half finished buildings to repay loans
5. Bank packages substandard mortagages
The Federal Government That Was - The Atlantic
While purging a government of the competence it needs to prevent corruption is de rigueur to establish authoritarianism, it also in this case, dumped 300,000 people into a position where their knowledge and experience is now free to fight back.
While purging a government of the competence it needs to prevent corruption is de rigueur to establish authoritarianism, it also in this case, dumped 300,000 people into a position where their knowledge and experience is now free to fight back.
January 24, 2026 at 2:08 AM
The Federal Government That Was - The Atlantic
While purging a government of the competence it needs to prevent corruption is de rigueur to establish authoritarianism, it also in this case, dumped 300,000 people into a position where their knowledge and experience is now free to fight back.
While purging a government of the competence it needs to prevent corruption is de rigueur to establish authoritarianism, it also in this case, dumped 300,000 people into a position where their knowledge and experience is now free to fight back.