Agreed. Take action and innovate. I am confused by the lack of preparation by (white) hats for this tech and media attack. Thank you for being a lighting rod to bring us together. Let the negative roll off your back like water. Let's go forward together bless

I don't write any of this to be negative, myself, in any way. Simply pointing out the obvious. Things need to start improving in terms of attitudes towards technology with conservatives. It's not a unanimous challenge; there are extremley talented people on the right. It's the apathy, the "I'm too old," the "the next generation will fix it," (this might make some people really mad, but I'll say it anyways) the attitude of "let's get Jack Dorsey arrested and send him to Gitmo, " that needs to change. I have news for you. Getting Jack Dorsey (the Twitter CEO) arrested and sent to Gitmo, even if he deserves it, isn't going to fix Twitter. Suing Mark Zuckerberg is not going to change anything quickly. He operates the largest law firm in California, inside Facebook itself, and can litigate against anyone, even in a class action, for years--meanwhile, elections are happening and he can still censor. I'm sorry to be the one to deliver these messages but they are reality. Conservatives need to get things together and embrace technology. I can't fix all of it. What I can do is try to help. And that's why I'm here. I will always listen to constructive criticism. At this age (48) I am humbled compared to when I myself was a young tech CEO for the first time in my 20's and thought I knew everything. Always willing to listen to feedback especially if it's well-intentioned. Come on everyone. Let's get some good projects going. Without venture capitalists. Without the CIA. Without China. Americans are good at innovating and building stuff, especially in times of need. That's what we do.

I agree. I also feel that conservative need to complete with big tech by bringing smart, attractive, and innovated platforms. They have to function.

Thanks. I will try to help but it needs to be more than just me. But yes, I will try to make a difference because things are getting ridiculous in terms of the censorship, manipulation of new media, and all around strangeness and a lot of it is coming from Silicon Valley. Makes me sad actually. I grew up around those tech communities in California and those are very special memories for me. Breaks my heart to see what SV has turned in to.

Jeff, if you build it, we will come!

So you think those projects are enough? Should innovation with conservatives now come to an end, because those projects are in the works? Is that your point?

Gab, Telegram, Rumble, Bitchute, UgeTube, etc… along with the lawsuits. What am I missing? I thought we were doing this?

I'm more or less simply encouraging people here. At the same time, introducing myself and offering my thoughts. I think there's rapidly increasing awareness that things are getting very strange in the U.S. and I expect more of us with tech industry experience are going to start showing up to participate in helpful ways. Many of my new channel subscribers here on Telegram probably had no idea who I was or what my message is, before reading all of this. I'm thankful for everyone's interest and, just explaining my thoughts, for now.

Not just Americans ;)
This fight is global.
I think one problem is that we don’t have conservatives in tech just waiting there. Not all of us are budding entrepreneurs willing to risk it all.
Quite a few of us (myself included) already have decent jobs, many already do very good work as cogs in a broken system … we somehow need to be drawn out into this higher mission.
How? Do we send you our CVs (sorry - Resumes)?

It takes time for people learn new things, to make a difference. Particularly in industries that are somewhat complex. I understand the feeling that there isn't much time, now. But a big part of my messaging is that technology is not necessairly as complicated as people think it is. Like I say, I can't fix everything but hopefully I can help out. In the past I've been able to make a difference on technology projects at scale even working against all odds in difficult situations. To make a long story short, during the late 90's tech boom, I built a big social network, got thrown out by a new CEO that I hired, (it was a $$ grab), went back after 2 years, managed to accumulate enough stock to throw him out and the entire board, and rebuild the company after he wrecked it. It survived (again, against all oods) in a difficult environment. Managed to grow back a lot of value for a big group of shareholders and eventually return to a leadership position in our sector. I don't write that to suggest that I am some kind of super smart guy because I'm not. I do have good industry experience, that is fairly unique and probably a good shot of pulling off another good project or two in the future. Have trained hundreds of programmers in my time and happy to start helping people understand the ins and outs of what will make everything work at a level where it can compete with what Silicon Valley is already doing.

I wonder if it would be too much work for you and others, to have a three strikes process with your readers. The third time they whine or complain or nay say, they get booted from your page. Because I would assume that most of us are hopeful and determined and very grateful for those of you who are making things happen. My situation doesn’t allow time for it. And I’m very grateful for those of you who can.

Unlike some others, I really don't mind if people dissent or disagree with me. The discussions are helpful. Rather than yelling at everyone all the time that my way is right, I do hope to help change, improve mindsets a little. So feel free to bring up your doubts and concerns about technology stuff and although I can't answer everyone, I won't hold it against anyone for bringing up doubts or concerns. Tech is risky business--I get it. I've had some losers myself in my career. Fortunatley my winners, so far, have been much bigger than my losers. Also those losers have given me the opportunity to -BE- humbled. That being said I am still quite confident and never hesitate to walk out of a meeting with a venture capitalist who doubts me, a ritual which I take great pleasure in, lol. 🤣

We are doing this.

It's important to get a baseline of priorities.

1. Payment processor - have you talked to Andrew Torba about how Gab is working to bypass PayPal? This could be a multi platform Collab and then all you need is an add-on to what exists. He is also creating a marketplace.

2. Banking. This is out of my realm of knowledge. Is there a way to bank bypassing the Fed? Maybe crypto banking? I know it's doable bc banks and multipliers exist in CA and other legal marijuana states though cannabis is federally illegal.

A lot of people write to me about Andrew Torba, I guess because they identify him as someone they "already know" who is making a difference on the political right and for free speech. I don't know Andrew and have nothing bad to say about him. He seems like a pretty determined guy, I admire that a lot. I of course wish him the best, as I will anyone who seems honest, and as though they're truly innovating in a way that is helpful to everyone.

Yes. You hit the nail on the head. This is one of the most important messages I will be promoting. Conservatives should learn to use Linux, be proficient with Linux, and be the biggest users of Linux, now and in the forseeable future. It is the only remaining operating system (actully, an entire ecosystem) that is not controlled by the left and it solves the most important issues overnight, from the first minute you install it. As if that isn't unbelievably good enough news, the further benefit is that Linux itself and more or less everything that goes along with it is opensource (you can inspect the source code to make sure there's nothing weird happening) and, free. No more paying for software...almost everything in the linux ecosystem is free. Downside? A bit more of a learning curve in terms of time. But it's 100% worth it and gaining proficiency in Linux can be a great, enjoyable hobby that also helps you take back most aspects of your digital privacy.

I've been using Linux for a couple years as an alternative operating system (thoughts?). A bit of a learning curve but works well. I need to migrate from MS email

A lot of people are sending questions about Linux. It will take some time to learn about...not too long. You will notice there are many companies and groups who maintain different versions of the Linux operating system. Those are called "Distros" , distributions. Linux itself is quite similar internally among all of them but each distribution tends to appeal to a certain type of user or purpose. A good place to start is "Ubuntu" linux (type 'Ubuntu linux' in your search engine to learn more) , it's made for linux beginners and has great user-friendly desktop interface. It's also free. It's possible to install Ubuntu linux, learn the basics and be in a whole new world of privacy and control, all within an afternoon (might be a long afternoon, but it can be done).

"Ubuntu Linux" and "Linux Mint" are two good linux "distros" for beginners. There's many more distros you can move to in the future as you learn more about it. Choosing a Linux distro, installing it on your computer and becoming proficient is almost-instant freedom from Microsoft Windows and Apple IOS which are equally as tyrannical in terms of the control they have over your digital/internet life, as Linux is empowering. Indeed. Linux is freedom.

This

I recommend a Raspberry Pi...great little computer for $35

Still an awesome little device though, with so many applications :)