Dan Kirkland

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

So Gavin threatened voters with a display of force by announcing that the National Guard has been ordered up, even though no violent protests had occurred.

### Summary of National Guard Use During the 2021 California Recall Election

During the September 14, 2021, California gubernatorial recall election, Governor Gavin Newsom authorized approximately 500 California National Guard members to be placed on standby to support public safety. This precautionary measure was in response to potential civil disturbances amid tensions from prior protests. The Guard’s potential roles included traffic control, securing polling sites, and managing crowds. Ultimately, no significant incidents required their active deployment, and local police handled minor issues, ensuring a stable election environment.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@GAFollowers More like Wham-O if it keeps this up.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

https://t.co/D34voALq1e

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@elonmusk

Thank you for your service Mr. Musk

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@GAFollowers Wait…what?

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@elonmusk And this is why I don’t listen to these corporate, talking head, bullshit artist nor their political counterparts. What’s the old expression “piss in my face and tell me it’s raining?”

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

The characterization of the Los Angeles protests as "mostly peaceful" by some media outlets, despite the significant violence and unrest, can be attributed to several factors:

1. **Contextual Reporting**: Media outlets often aim to provide a balanced view by acknowledging both the peaceful aspects of the protests and the violent incidents. The term "mostly peaceful" might be used to reflect that the majority of the demonstrations did not involve violence, even though there were notable exceptions. This approach can be seen as an attempt to avoid sensationalism and to provide a nuanced perspective.

2. **Historical Precedent**: During the 2020 protests following the death of George Floyd, similar language was used by media outlets to describe protests that had both peaceful and violent elements. This precedent might influence current reporting styles, where the focus is on the overall intent of the protesters rather than isolated incidents of violence.

3. **Media Bias and Narrative Framing**: There is a perception, as highlighted in Elon Musk's post and the associated thread, that legacy media might have a bias towards downplaying violence in certain contexts to align with a particular narrative. This could be due to editorial decisions influenced by political leanings or a desire to maintain a certain image of the protests.

4. **Public Perception and Trust**: The use of "mostly peaceful" can also be a strategy to maintain trust with audiences who might be sympathetic to the protesters' cause. By emphasizing the peaceful nature of most demonstrations, media outlets might aim to prevent alienation of viewers who support the right to protest, even if they condemn the violence.

5. **Legal and Ethical Considerations**: Journalists and media organizations are bound by ethical standards that require them to report facts accurately. The term "mostly peaceful" might be seen as a way to adhere to these standards by not exaggerating the extent of the violence, especially if the majority of the protest activities were indeed peaceful.

However, this framing has led to criticism, as seen in the responses to Musk's post, where users argue that the media's portrayal does not match the reality of the situation, which included significant property damage, injuries to journalists and law enforcement, and the deployment of military forces. The discrepancy between the media's description and the on-ground reality has fueled debates about media integrity and the role of journalism in shaping public opinion.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@nicksortor https://t.co/dgEKiEpnEW

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@GAFollowers There is one positive thing, the ring does have a great deal of diversity. Black, white male, female, old young and probably multilingual although this is not an ideal organization. It does illustrate that people of different backgrounds can work together.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

Yet another example of falsifying an outcome for a rather small event.

NBC Admits It Rigged Crash, Settles GM Suit https://t.co/SnEjy6RqzI

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

Old article that illustrates that these “foundational” media sources are willing to distort even the smallest things. https://t.co/DayTBEb61P

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@formeret @stevensongs That was painful, thank you

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

- The X post details a significant election integrity issue in DeKalb County, Georgia, where a hand recount revealed that Dominion Voting Systems misallocated 3,049 votes (74% of the total) from a candidate, Michelle Long Spears, during the May 22, 2024, District 2 Commission Primary, initially declaring the wrong winner due to machine inaccuracies.

- This incident underscores broader concerns about the reliability of electronic voting machines, as evidenced by a 2019 Associated Press report noting that the majority of U.S. election jurisdictions still used outdated Windows 7 or older operating systems for critical election functions, potentially increasing vulnerability to errors or manipulation.

- The call to ban and dismantle voting machines across America, as suggested in the post, aligns with historical and ongoing debates about election security, reinforced by studies like the 2018 Brennan Center for Justice report, which found that paper ballots and risk-limiting audits are crucial for ensuring accurate and verifiable election results.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

Who actually financed this? Maybe the same group that burned down Wendy’s in the AU area and led to the murder of an 8 year whose only crime was riding in a car seat?

May calamities fall upon these opportunists that stir up people and speak hatred to the masses for profit and position!

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

Based on the X outage reported on May 24, 2025, where 25,000 users were affected, and using the daily active user range of 240 to 300 million for X:

- 25,000 out of 240 million is approximately **0.0104%**.
- 25,000 out of 300 million is approximately **0.0083%**.

So, the percentage of daily active users affected by the outage is roughly **0.0083% to 0.0104%**.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@PsakiBriefing https://t.co/yhV83x4XkP

[Defiant L’s @DefiantLs]

People keep forgetting that the internet exists

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@GMA - Claims of a “spike” may be overstated or region-specific, as overall test positivity and case counts are not showing a dramatic national increase. However, new variants and reduced testing could mask underreporting.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

The CDC has not recently reported a significant nationwide spike in COVID-19 cases as of May 24, 2025, based on available data. However, there are indications of regional increases and concerns about new variants. Here’s a summary of the current situation:

- **Recent Data**: According to the CDC, as of May 22, 2025, SARS-CoV-2 test positivity in the U.S. was at 2.8%, down from the previous week, with some regions showing slight increases. For example, Region 9 (Western U.S.) remains above 5% positivity. Testing volumes are at their lowest since July, which may affect case detection.
- **Regional Surges**: Posts on X from May 21, 2025, citing CDC sources, suggest a new wave may be emerging in cities like New York City and Los Angeles, with cases reportedly up ~20% week-over-week, potentially rising further in the coming month. These claims are unverified and not reflected in official CDC reports.
- **New Variant**: The CDC has detected cases of a new variant, NB.1.8.1, linked to a surge in China, through airport screening in states like California, Washington, Virginia, and New York. This variant’s impact in the U.S. is still under investigation, but it raises concerns about potential increases in transmission.
- **Global Context**: The World Health Organization reported a 16% decrease in global COVID-19 cases from January 6 to February 2, 2025, but a 28% increase in deaths, indicating ongoing risks. Variants like XEC (42.7% prevalence) and LP.8.1 are being monitored, with hospitalizations down 40% and ICU admissions down 31% globally in this period.[](https://t.co/mJydssdEZZ)
- **Wastewater Data**: Earlier in December 2024, wastewater surveillance showed “very high” COVID-19 viral activity in 16 states and “high” in 12 others, suggesting increased transmission during the winter holiday season. This could indicate localized spikes, though national case counts remain lower than previous years.[](https://t.co/vDDJ7NFvnY)
- **Severity and Trends**: Despite periodic surges, severe outcomes have decreased significantly since 2021. U.S. hospitalizations dropped from 2.5 million in 2021 to about 900,000 in 2023, and deaths fell from 450,000 to 75,000 in the same period. Rising population immunity (98% with antibodies by late 2023) is a key factor.[](https://t.co/mKsfyNxFu6)

**Critical Notes**:
- As of January 1, 2025, COVID-19 is no longer a nationally notifiable disease in the U.S., meaning individual cases are not required to be reported to the CDC. This limits comprehensive case tracking, and data may rely more on wastewater, hospitalizations, or emergency department visits.[](https://t.co/6Em2VZyX9g)
- Claims of a “spike” may be overstated or region-specific, as overall test positivity and case counts are not showing a dramatic national increase. However, new variants and reduced testing could mask underreporting.

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

The first step into making the citizens of the United States and I might say of the world whole is to remove the requirement of having a special master oversee any lawsuit and remove the immunity protection that these pharmaceutical manufacturers have enjoyed.

Maybe then, I’ will stop all the lobbying through kickbacks that they use to influence our government and others

[Dan Kirkland @Dankdakirk]

@PBDsPodcast It’s 4:54 AM and now I’m in the mood for a proper hamburger.