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Getting the billionaires (appear to be) “in-fighting” is part of the divide and conquer strategy — not a sign of “MAGAs” weakness. Linked content [1].
[1] https://newrepublic.com/post/189681/vivek-ramaswamy-american-workers-suck-maga-reaction
Machine learning summary of original content via the Kagi Universal Summariser:
Vivek Ramaswamy faced backlash for his comments suggesting that American culture is too focused on mediocrity, which he believes hinders the production of top engineering talent. He argued for a shift towards valuing achievement and hard work over conformity and normalcy. Critics from both sides of the political spectrum, including former Republican candidate Nikki Haley, countered that American workers and culture are not the issue, highlighting the need to prioritize American talent. Meanwhile, Republican Congressman Ryan Zinke downplayed the significance of Russia downing a passenger jet, suggesting Ukraine should negotiate with Russia. In Congress, outgoing Representative Annie Kuster expressed her retirement due to concerns over gerontocracy and the challenges of facing Trump in the upcoming elections. The IRS is set to experience significant funding cuts, impacting its ability to audit wealthy individuals and corporations. Marianne Williamson announced her candidacy for DNC chair, advocating for a transformation of the Democratic Party. Donald Trump's inaugural fund is expected to exceed previous records, raising concerns about corporate influence in politics. Amidst these developments, Trump continued to express his grievances on social media, targeting various political figures and issues. Additionally, Trump's immigration adviser indicated a return to family detention for undocumented immigrants, signaling a hardline approach in the forthcoming administration.