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“I was a lapsing Christian, but in what direction was I lapsing? To nowhere, to nothingness. As absurd as the church was, it was an improvement over my actual life because there was at least a pretense of meaning there. Back in New York, I was just eating and taking up space, a depraved postmodern creature on the job, carrying pebbles up the media anthill.”

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Book:The Great Derangement: A Terrifying True Story of War, Politics, and Religion at the Twilight of the American Empire
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The Great Derangement: A Terrifying True Story of War, Politics, and Religion at the Twilight of the American Empire

This book delves into the complex dynamics of conflict and power struggles in the United States, examining how these elements have shaped the nation's trajectory towards a perceived decline. more

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Matt Taibbi
Matt Taibbi

Matt Taibbi is an American author known for his critical reporting on the financial industry. His work often exposes corruption and injustice within the financial sector and is widely recognized for his sharp commentary. more

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