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Nevada Voters Question the Integrity of Electoral Process: “There Are So Many Ways to Cheat”

Richard Brown, Natural News — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 21:12:33 +0000

(Natural News)—More and more voters in Nevada are questioning the integrity of the electoral process, thanks to the questionable outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

Esmeralda County Clerk Cindy Elgan, a Republican, has for two decades been considered a reliable steward of elections in her small county with a population of less than a thousand. However, in the wake of the heavily contested 2020 presidential election, the trust Elgan’s community used to have in her has been overshadowed by allegations that she is somehow complicit in robbing former President Donald Trump of victory in the state, where President Joe Biden won by less than 34,000 votes.

Interestingly, Trump received an overwhelming 82 percent of the vote in Esmeralda County during the previous presidential election.

Mary Jane Zakas, a retired schoolteacher and vocal supporter of efforts to recall Elgan from her position as county clerk, openly expressed her distrust. “I do not trust the results from the 2020 election,” she asserted, highlighting a common concern among some conservatives about the use of voting machines instead of paper ballots.

“There are so many ways to cheat,” she added, pointing to various supposed vulnerabilities in the voting system. Her words reflect a broader trend of distrust that has taken root since 2020.

Elgan, who knows nearly all of the 600 registered voters in Esmeralda, has witnessed the shift in community sentiment firsthand. Historically, her neighbors seemed satisfied with how elections were conducted. However, the aftermath of the 2020 election has left many questioning the system.

“Some people are very passionate about this, and I can’t fault them for that,” she explained. “I may not agree with some of their beliefs, but I understand where they’re coming from.”

Polls indicate more Americans doubt integrity of elections

Polls indicate that more than a third of Americans now harbor doubts about the electoral system’s integrity. Claire Woodall from Issue One, a “cross-partisan” research institute, noted that distrust has always existed but became more pronounced after the 2020 election.

“Trump’s refusal to concede really solidified the questioning,” she remarked. (Related: Texas AG probe finds that bad actors can disguise political donations to interfere with U.S. elections.)

The implications of this skepticism can be severe, particularly in small communities like Goldfield, where election officials face harassment and threats. This environment has forced many dedicated public servants to step down, leaving a void in local election administration. For example, states with narrow election margins, such as Arizona and Nevada, have seen significant turnover among election officials.

Douglas County Clerk-Treasurer Amy Burgans, also a Republican, shared her frustration about the misinformation that often comes from within her own party. “I’ve only been in this position for four years, yet I’m one of the most senior clerks in the state,” she noted. According to Burgans, a significant portion of her time is spent reassuring the public about the safety and security of the voting process.

As cheating allegations continue to swirl and undermine trust in electoral processes, dedicated officials like Elgan and Burgans strive to maintain integrity in their communities. The challenge they face is not just about managing votes; it’s about restoring faith in a system that many now question.

Watch this episode of “The Tom Renz Show” as he discusses the ongoing efforts to keep swinging Nevada to the right.

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Russian, North Korean Foreign Ministers Meeting in Moscow Sparks Concerns Over Increased Military Cooperation

Richard Brown, Natural News — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:07:40 +0000

(Natural News)—Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently met with his North Korean counterpart, Choe Son-hui, in Moscow to discuss advancing bilateral relations within the framework of a comprehensive strategic partnership, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced recently.

Choe was sent to be North Korea’s representative to attend the inaugural BRICS Women’s Forum in St. Petersburg, part of the IV Eurasian Women’s Forum, themed “Women for Strengthening Trust and Global Cooperation.” Russia currently holds the BRICS presidency.

While Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that President Vladimir Putin had no plans to meet Choe unlike their previous meeting in January, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been traveling across Russia with Secretary of the Security Council and former Defense Miniter Sergei Shoigu.

The visit has sparked concerns over growing cooperation, particularly reports suggesting that Moscow may assist North Korea in developing satellite and missile technology.

Western and neighboring Asian countries are especially worried about North Korea potentially acquiring nuclear submarine technology from Russia in future technology exchanges between Pyongyang and Moscow. (Related: North Korean troops could join Russia’s war action against Ukraine.)

North Korea previously supplied Russia with ammunition during a critical phase of the ongoing Russian special military operation in Ukraine, though it remains unclear what North Korea received in return.

Analysts speculate that Pyongyang may have provided millions of 152mm artillery shells, 122mm rockets, and KN-23 ballistic missiles to support Russian forces.

North Korea has expressed a strong interest in developing nuclear-powered submarines, which would allow for extended underwater travel with minimal detection risk.

While North Korea’s current fleet consists solely of conventional submarines, which must periodically resurface, Russia boasts one of the world’s most advanced nuclear submarine fleets, raising concerns about the possible transfer of such technology to Pyongyang.

U.S., South Korea express concerns about improved Russia-North Korea relations

The new agreement between Russia and North Korea has raised significant concerns for both the United States and South Korea, particularly due to its implications for military-technical cooperation. The details of the agreement remain unclear, but the potential for Russian support in enhancing North Korea’s missile and nuclear capabilities is worrisome. This could pose a direct threat to South Korea and the United States.

Russia’s past involvement in North Korea’s military development has been extensive, from training nuclear scientists to aiding missile programs. While this recent deal may not drastically change the existing dynamics, it could expedite military transfers, especially in light of North Korea’s aid to Russia during its invasion of Ukraine.

The mutual defense clause is perplexing as North Korea doesn’t face an immediate invasion threat, and Russia would be limited in its ability to provide defense due to its ongoing conflict with Ukraine. However, it could act as a “Putin trap,” allowing Russia to demand North Korean military support under the guise of mutual defense, especially if it faces increased pressure in Ukraine. On the other hand, Kim Jong-un might view sending troops to Ukraine as a strategic opportunity to gain combat experience and possibly economic benefits for North Korea, similar to what South Korea achieved during the Vietnam War.

Although some speculate about a potential Russia-China-North Korea alliance, the differing ambitions of these nations make such a coalition unlikely. China has already shown discomfort with Russia’s growing ties with North Korea and other countries in Asia.

South Korea’s response, including the threat of sending weapons to Ukraine, reflects the gravity of the situation. For the U.S. and South Korea, it may be time to ramp up public efforts to expose the vulnerabilities in the Russia-North Korea partnership, such as potential instability within North Korea if it continues to deplete its military reserves to aid Russia.

In summary, while the agreement could escalate regional tensions, its true impact depends on how both Russia and North Korea proceed with military cooperation and whether external pressure alters their course.

Watch this report from Borzzikman discussing the possibility of North Korean soldiers joining the conflict and entering Ukraine.