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What does Donald Trump think about claims of people living beyond 130 years?
Donald Trump expresses skepticism about claims of extreme longevity beyond 130 years. He points out that the verifiable record for human lifespan appears to be around 127 years old (achieved by one woman), which contradicts the numerous claims of people living to 130-139 years old that he references. Trump specifically questions the data, noting the discrepancy between the established record and the 3,472 supposed cases of extreme longevity being reported. His tone suggests disbelief in these extraordinary claims, emphasizing the importance of factual evidence when discussing human lifespan limits.
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NBC News
01:24 - 01:41
What is the fundamental difference between speech rights in the United States and Europe?
In the United States, speech rights are inherent and do not flow from the government. The First Amendment simply recognizes that Americans possess intrinsic freedoms of thought, conscience, and assembly, which the government acknowledges rather than grants. In contrast, European speech rights operate under a fundamentally different concept. Rights in Europe flow from the state, meaning they can be granted or taken away according to governmental discretion. This distinction creates a more conditional approach to free expression in Europe compared to America's constitutional protection, making European speech rights more vulnerable to restriction when governments determine limitations are necessary.
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Fox News
03:08 - 03:47
How have attitudes toward free speech changed in the United States and what are Americans unaware of regarding speech laws in Europe?
According to Matt Taibbi, there has been a dramatic shift in U.S. attitudes toward free speech, with over 50% of Americans now supporting the outlawing of misinformation, contrasting sharply with attitudes from 10-15 years ago when most people across political lines believed in the First Amendment and free speech principles. Simultaneously, most Americans remain unaware of stringent speech laws enacted throughout Europe in the last decade, including the Digital Services Act in the EU, the Network Enforcement Act in Germany, and the Online Safety Act in England. These laws allow for imprisonment for speech offenses, representing a significant restriction on free expression that many Americans don't recognize is occurring in allied democratic nations.
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02:00 - 02:48
How has American public opinion shifted regarding misinformation laws, and what are most Americans unaware of?
According to Matt Taibbi, there has been a dramatic shift in American attitudes about regulating misinformation, with over 50% now supporting laws against it - a significant change from 10-15 years ago when most people across the political spectrum believed in free speech and the First Amendment. Most Americans, however, remain unaware of the stringent speech regulations implemented throughout Europe in the past decade. These include the Digital Services Act (EU), Network Enforcement Act (Germany), and Online Safety Act (England) - laws that can actually result in jail time for speech offenses. This disconnect highlights a growing gap in understanding about how speech is being regulated internationally.
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Fox News
02:02 - 02:48
How does the concept of free speech in the United States differ from that in Europe?
In America, speech rights are inherent and not granted by the government; the government simply recognizes freedoms of thought, conscience, and assembly that citizens naturally possess. This reflects a fundamental American philosophy that rights exist independently of governmental authority. By contrast, in Europe, rights flow from the state itself. They can be granted or revoked according to government decisions. This fundamental difference explains why John Kerry referred to the First Amendment as a 'major block' to combating disinformation during his WEF speech, highlighting the unique nature of American free speech protections compared to European approaches.
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03:10 - 03:47
Is Social Security a scam as some critics claim?
No, Social Security is not a scam as some detractors claim. It is a vital program that more than 70 million Americans currently rely on for financial support. Critics are attempting to justify cuts and demolition of agencies by spreading misinformation about Social Security and other government programs, despite lacking factual basis for these claims. As Governor O'Malley pointed out, this longstanding program remains legitimate and essential, contrary to false narratives describing it as 'criminal' or a 'scam.' Americans recognize the true value and legitimacy of Social Security.
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MSNBC
00:42 - 01:27