In the current hypernormalized landscape of America in 2025, the state of political campaigns is profoundly influenced by shifting power dynamics within the country, especially as its global dominance wanes.
This article serves as a follow-up to my recent posts, “Zionism’s Pyrrhic Victory Drives Dystopian High Tech Drive for Control” and “Who’s Delusional, Who’s Drugged, Who’s Disinformed? It’s Hard to Tell.” I aim to document the chaotic environment we find ourselves in, as there are numerous narratives to track.
The Stupid Burns Bright Among Billionaires
A reminder from Nathan J. Robinson of Current Affairs serves as a fitting start:
The most powerful people on earth are also some of the stupidest people on earth. https://t.co/dOe0ysQDCS
— Nathan J Robinson (@NathanJRobinson) October 21, 2025
Billionaire investor Bill Ackman, a prominent figure in Zionist circles, has appeared in my previous discussions regarding the “Influencer Apocalypse” surrounding the death of Charlie Kirk. Recently, Tucker Carlson used Ackman as both a punchline and a target during his appearance at Turning Point USA, just before Kirk’s untimely demise.
Now, Ackman is directly influencing the NYC Mayoral campaign, a topic we’ve followed since before the primary:
You can tell how smart Ackman is because he’s making the mayoral election a choice between himself—the most despised person in New York—and Mamdani. You can’t bait Mr. Genius here, nosirree! https://t.co/MHf8UwQ4YR
— Mark Ames (@MarkAmesExiled) October 19, 2025
Elon Musk, Ackman’s ally in spreading propaganda, also exemplifies Robinson’s point, frequently garnering criticism on X for posting misleading claims—yet this one stood out:
You don’t say… 🤔 https://t.co/9oLKZGyec5
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 20, 2025
The Completely Corrupted Political Process in America
The political climate of the United States in 2025 is not only heavily hypernormalized due to the influence of billionaires but also because the political process has been thoroughly subverted.
Despite my concerns regarding the efficacy of political campaigns amidst a looming authoritarian takeover, they remain a significant aspect of the distraction game, if nothing else.
David Sirota’s new book, based on his podcast, titled “Master Plan: The Hidden Plot to Legalize Corruption in America,” highlights reform efforts leading to our current predicament. Here are two relevant points:
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Notably, John Bolton, an official from the now indicted Trump administration, was pivotal in the early push for the ‘money-is-speech’ doctrine, which became enshrined in the landmark Buckley v. Valeo case and subsequently paved the way for Citizens United.
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Sirota also underscores that the ruling from the Trump-aligned Supreme Court ties in with recurring themes of derangement and the struggle for narrative control:
Every now and then, I revisit the Citizens United ruling, and I find it even more unhinged than I remembered. https://t.co/2RBLyJaqif pic.twitter.com/iFirSvLgpY
— David Sirota (@davidsirota) October 21, 2025
John Bolton manufactured the original money-is-speech theory, which was then enshrined in the Buckley v. Valeo case, leading to Citizens United. Bolton was part of the Koch-financed team that engineered the Buckley decision. In MASTER PLAN, we found the document Bolton authored. pic.twitter.com/KihBwMqxag
— David Sirota (@davidsirota) October 16, 2025
AIPAC Goes Plata O Oro on the Congressional Black Caucus
Recently, AIPAC has dominated headlines, employing strategies reminiscent of renowned Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar’s plata o plomo (silver or lead/bribes or bullets) to fit into the current monetary-dominated political landscape, adapting it to plata o oro (silver or gold).
This strategy hinges on coercive funding tactics: accept the money, or face highly-funded media campaigns aimed at discrediting opponents (though I’ll delve into the increasing influence of physical acts of intimidation later).
An insightful piece in The Nation, titled AIPAC and the Congressional Black Caucus, details how effectively this approach has been employed against a crucial component of Democratic power:
The Congressional Black Caucus’ silence is not accidental; more than half of its 61 members have been endorsed or funded by AIPAC, the influential lobbying organization for Israel. In the 2023–24 election cycle alone, AIPAC endorsed 26 members of the caucus, raising $4.6 million for them, alongside an additional $3.5 million for Black Democratic candidates.
This overview captures the monetary aspect of AIPAC’s strategy. Now let’s examine the significant funds AIPAC has deployed to unseat various CBC members in the recent cycle:
AIPAC targeted Black lawmakers like Cori Bush of Missouri, who lost her seat in 2024 for speaking out against Israel’s human rights abuses. The organization also targeted Representative Summer Lee of Pennsylvania, who, despite surviving the onslaught, must remain vigilant against AIPAC-backed primary threats each election cycle.
Additionally, take the case of Jamaal Bowman, another Democratic representative. In May 2023, he co-sponsored a resolution demanding US funds to Israel should not be used to harm Palestinian children. While a seemingly uncontroversial stance, it drew fierce backlash from AIPAC and its affiliates. AIPAC contributed an unprecedented $15 million in a single House race opposing him.
AIPAC Is Lying Low While Its Opponents Fundraise
Fortunately, such ruthless political maneuvers have provoked backlash. Thanks to organizations like Track AIPAC, the political action committee is becoming increasingly toxic, forcing candidates to take a stand. Recently, I noticed that U.S. Senate candidates are proudly rejecting AIPAC funding—an unusual occurrence prior to October 7, 2023.
Let’s beat AIPAC, one sticker sale at a time. Thanks for the idea, @mehdirhasan.bsky.social!
Get yours here: www.rayguncustom.com/collections/…
— Kat Abughazaleh (@katmabu.bsky.social) Oct 21, 2025 at 2:27 PM
This shift is having an impact:
— Nat Wilson Turner (@natwilsonturner) October 21, 2025
Rolling Stone covered the launch of Kat Abughazaleh’s campaign, who is challenging the long-standing incumbent Jan Schakowsky in Illinois’ 9th District. Abughazaleh’s strong showing led Schakowsky to decide against running again:
Illinois’ 9th District has only had two representatives since 1965, with no competitive primary since Schakowsky’s victory in November 1998. “I wouldn’t be born for another four months,” remarks Kat Abughazaleh, a 26-year-old political commentator now running to represent the district.
Abughazaleh personally embodies the struggle: a freelance creator facing financial pressure and challenges regarding essential medication since Elon Musk’s actions led to her company layoffs. “We are in an emergency,” Abughazaleh insists. “The response to authoritarianism must be bold and proactive. We must stand up every day.” Even if she doesn’t win, compelling Schakowsky to step aside is already a significant achievement.
Currently, around 20 Democrats are competing in the primary, including Daniel Biss, the mayor of Evanston. Despite being a newcomer, Abughazaleh leads the fundraising race—a noteworthy accomplishment.
In reaction, AIPAC has funneled substantial funds indirectly into the race, supporting a lesser-known GOP candidate. Matthew Eadie reports from Illinois:
Over 270 donors, mostly contributing to Republican candidates and AIPAC-affiliated groups, have donated over $319,000 to State Senator Laura Fine’s congressional campaign.
Fine’s backers, supporting several Republican figures, include major pro-Israel patrons with ties to AIPAC. For instance, one physician from Florida donated $500 just three days after AIPAC’s email declared Abughazaleh and Biss “dangerous detractors.” This indicates a strategic move to support a candidate aligned with AIPAC’s agenda.
Matthew Eadie has conducted extensive analysis on this:
NEW: I’ve obtained TWO emails sent directly from AIPAC on Aug. 21 and Sept. 15 fundraising for State Sen. Laura Fine in IL-09. These emails included links to a concealed “pro-Israel Network” webpage, which features live donation pages. However, the homepage is currently nonfunctional. https://t.co/XnPIrGpmxG
— Matthew Eadie (@mattheweadie22) October 21, 2025
🔥 AIPAC’s Money Pipeline Goes Underground
Key Facts
🔹 AIPAC now reportedly bypassing its own PAC
🔹 Donors told to fund candidates directly
🔹 Backchannels replacing transparent donations
🔹 This allows AIPAC to avoid FEC scrutiny
🔹 Influence remains while the paper trail disappears… pic.twitter.com/jFBANkyU5P— Drunk Cicero (@Drunk_Cicero) October 21, 2025
AIPAC vs. Thomas Massie
Amid this tumult, Representative Thomas Massie, a maverick Republican, has publicly confronted AIPAC. While some speculate about the conspiracy elements surrounding him, it’s notable that his principled stance against AIPAC aligns with a broader critique of excessive lobbying:
Thomas Massie was the first to expose AIPAC. His wife mysteriously passed away two weeks after this interview. pic.twitter.com/llxyVbe1im
— ADAM (@AdameMedia) September 12, 2025
Massie represents libertarian ideals, and despite my reservations regarding some of those principles, I respect his commitments.
Dr. Aaron Good summarized AIPAC’s pervasive influence and its ramifications on political dynamics succinctly:
Dr. Aaron Good: Zionism is unique, powerful, and pressing to grapple with, yet we find ourselves constrained by entrenched views on anti-Semitism, complicating our discourse surrounding Israel.
As I wrap this up, I acknowledge that while I don’t align with Massie’s complete ideology, I support his resistance against Trump’s influence and AIPAC’s tactics:
Moreover, individuals like the “Villge Crazy Lady” are using unconventional methods to combat AIPAC’s influence:
According to the FEC, NYC funding aimed at attacking Thomas Massie originates exclusively from out-of-state donors. Jewish billionaires from major cities have dropped half a million dollars on anti-Massie advertisements, due to his refusal to provide military funding. https://t.co/aZD6ybkguC pic.twitter.com/3J6ksTVlGn
— Mel (@Villgecrazylady) October 20, 2025
To date, political commentary has largely framed Massie as a maverick, navigating a complex landscape with significant external influences exerting pressure on him. Trump’s recent efforts to recruit challengers only serve to illustrate the stakes involved.
Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL captain Gallrein, declaring him a “WINNER WHO WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN” on Truth Social, while asserting that Massie “must be thrown out of office, ASAP.”
However, Massie regards Gallrein more as an establishment figure than a credible threat, pointing out his robust fundraising success—reporting $768,000 raised between July and September.
Influencer Apocalypse: The Sequel?
Shifting topics, a disturbing trend has emerged as activists resort to kinetic measures against media personalities within the U.S. Following the death of Kirk, Yasha Levine’s warnings resonate powerfully:
The assassination sparked fear within the influencer community, many perceiving it as a drastic shift in a previously “protected” space. Influencers are no longer just political players; they’re now potential targets.
Recently, Ana Kasparian of The Young Turks experienced an unsettling incident:
A woman sicked her dog on me this morning while I was walking mine. When I confronted her, she regurgitated falsehoods stemming from a targeted propaganda campaign led by @canarymission. I will address this on TYT—with video to follow.
— Ana Kasparian (@AnaKasparian) October 20, 2025
The ensuing campaign from Canary Mission targeted Kasparian with allegations of antisemitism:
Here are a few of her so-called antisemitic statements:
📌 “You think you’re God’s chosen people, acting like absolute demons.” pic.twitter.com/CFIOoOMEL0— Canary Mission (@canarymission) August 20, 2025
I hope she remains safe amid such tumultuous developments.
UPDATE: Lyman Alpha Bob highlights the importance of analyzing footage to gauge the true nature of the dog incident. As Levine pointed out, Kirk’s assassination has educated many influencers about their precarious reality, adding a layer of anxiety to their previously untroubled lives.
As I conclude, I will examine ongoing struggles within the Democratic Party, where Chuck Schumer aims to counter Bernie Sanders’ influence in the upcoming Maine Senate primary, even drafting a 77-year-old candidate to do so.
