Trump Verdict Decades in the Making

(First published in RedState on May 31, 2024)

Introduction

President Trump's recent conviction is not just a political maneuver; it is the culmination of decades-long strategic manipulation by the Democrats. This verdict, driven by novel legal theories and biased rulings, is the result of a process that began before most of us were born.

These legal manipulations are deeply rooted in historical tactics long employed by Democrat operatives. For decades, these strategies have been designed to infiltrate and dominate various institutions with left wing political extremism. Over time, they have meticulously shaped the societal landscape we see today, including our law enforcement infrastructure.

Democrats' mastery of political processes is not a recent development. It traces back to the machine politics of the 19th century—a system that has been continuously refined and updated to fit the political dynamics of the 20th and now the 21st centuries. Their ability to control and manipulate these processes has only grown more sophisticated with time.

Despite their complexity, these manipulations can be tracked and understood. The VICI Report provides a detailed analysis of the history and intricacies of these processes. This series examines how these tactics have been employed over the years, uncovering the deliberate strategies used to gain and maintain power.

The Infiltration: Decades of Subversion

The roots of the Democrats' strategic manipulation can be traced back to the Frankfurt School, a group of neo-communist philosophers active in the 1950s and 60s. These intellectuals, disillusioned by the working class's inability to spark violent revolution in the West, argued that marginalized groups—defined by race, sex, and other demographics—should take up the revolutionary mantle. They developed post-Marxist "Critical Theory," a framework designed to pit oppressed groups against the dominant culture, creating a perpetual state of conflict and division.

The Frankfurt School’s theories profoundly impacted American institutions. They infiltrated academic circles, spreading their ideology through universities and intellectual communities. The goal was to reshape society by embedding their radical beliefs within the very fabric of American culture and institutions. Critical Theory promoted the idea that every aspect of society should be viewed through the lens of oppression, thus encouraging a divisive and confrontational approach to cultural and social issues.

The “Long March” Through the Institutions

The Frankfurt School intellectuals did not merely theorize; they acted on their beliefs by promoting what they called "The Long March Through the Institutions." This strategy, inspired by Mao's Red Army in 1937, involved ideologically driven cadres securing positions in various institutions. Initially, the focus was on academia, but the strategy soon spread to other sectors.

Their methodical approach was simple yet effective: first, secure academic positions; next, ascend to influential roles; then, prioritize hiring and promoting those who shared their Marxist views. Simultaneously, they worked to marginalize, harass, and ultimately remove any dissenting voices within the institutions. By systematically embedding themselves in key positions, they ensured the perpetuation and expansion of their ideology.

Dominance in Academia

By the 1980s, the Frankfurt School’s ideologues had achieved significant dominance in academia. They wielded the power of academic authority, using grades and professional influence to enforce ideological conformity. Students, indoctrinated with these extremist views, graduated and entered the workforce, carrying the same infiltrative behaviors into various sectors.

This process of ideological enforcement created a self-sustaining cycle. Each generation of graduates, influenced by the same radical doctrines, perpetuated the infiltration, spreading it beyond academia into media, law, medicine, technology, and more. The long march through the institutions ensured that their ideology would remain dominant, unchallenged, and deeply rooted in the fabric of American society.

Unchecked Spread of Ideological Extremism

The spread of ideological extremism from the Frankfurt School did not face significant opposition. This unchecked expansion allowed these radical ideas to infiltrate not only elite Ivy League institutions but also state schools across the country. Despite the presence of conservative voices and institutions, there was a noticeable lack of effective resistance to defund or counteract this ideological infiltration.

Conservative institutions, even in deeply conservative areas, became compromised. The once robust diversity of thought in academia began to vanish, replaced by a near-total absence of Republicans or conservatives in many academic disciplines. This absence extended beyond the humanities and social sciences into fields traditionally seen as politically neutral, such as math and engineering.

Total Domination of Key Sectors

The ideological infiltration did not stop at academia. It permeated every significant field, including law, media, medicine, technology, and K-12 education. The radicals from the Frankfurt School and their intellectual descendants exerted influence over the legal system, shaping the minds of future judges and lawyers. In the media, their ideas fostered a culture of bias and censorship. In medicine, they pushed agendas that led to destructive practices and policies.

The education system, from elementary to higher education, became a primary battleground for this ideological warfare. Public schools, even in the most conservative areas, began pushing Critical Theory and teaching young children concepts of racial shame and early sexualization. Radical teachers proudly displayed their extreme views on social media, often with institutional backing. This widespread indoctrination happened with minimal pushback from communities, further entrenching these ideologies in the fabric of American society.

The Domination: Consequences of Inaction

Leftwing Lawfare

Trump’s conviction and the harsh treatment of January 6 defendants exemplify the political bias in prosecutions. In stark contrast, BLM and Antifa defendants in places like DC and Portland often face leniency, with some even receiving settlements. This double standard highlights the pervasive bias in the current legal system.

The influence of Soros-backed prosecutors like Chesa Boudin, who was famously recalled by other Democrats in San Francisco, underscores the prioritization of ideological agendas over public safety. These prosecutors refuse to prosecute actual crimes, leading to increased crime and disorder in their jurisdictions.

Furthermore, a significant number of judges now legislate from the bench, guided more by their ideological leanings than by the law. This trend is particularly noticeable at the appellate level, where rulings often reflect personal biases. These judges, products of left-wing controlled law schools, are a testament to the long march through institutions, demonstrating how deeply rooted these influences have become.

Media Madness

Since the late 60s, the media has displayed a pronounced left-wing bias, which became even more entrenched by the 70s when it became fashionable in entertainment to bash Republicans ruthlessly. Figures like Presidents Reagan and Bush Jr. in addition to President Trump have all been subjected to brutal treatment by the media, reflecting this deep-seated bias.

By the 1980s, journalism had transitioned from a working-class trade to an upper-class professional career. This shift made it easier for wealthy neo-communists to dominate journalism, turning it into one of the first disciplines overtaken by the “long march”. The bias is now so ingrained that it shapes public perception and influences cultural narratives significantly.

Medical Manipulation

The medical field has not been immune to ideological manipulation. The promotion of transgender ideology and child mutilation practices under the guise of medical care is a glaring example. Big Pharma’s dominance, bolstered by regulatory capture, has led to situations like securing legal immunity for vaccines, often with Democrat support, benefiting from Obamacare’s financial mechanisms.

The COVID pandemic further exposed this manipulation, as Democrat-controlled sectors uncritically complied with COVID measures, despite previously criticizing Big Pharma’s power. This hypocrisy underscores the deep integration of ideological agendas within the medical field, compromising public health and trust.

Tech Tyranny

The rise of cancel culture can be traced back to policies like those implemented by Ellen Pao at Reddit and Google's abandonment of its “Don’t Be Evil” directive. College-indoctrinated millennial professionals in Silicon Valley have furthered these woke policies, often purging any opposition or questioning of their neo-communist fanaticism, as seen in the case of James Damore.

Woke social movements within Big Tech and Silicon Valley companies, including recent instances like the attempted sit-in at Google, have roots in university activism. These movements have cultivated an environment where ideological conformity is enforced, and dissenting voices are silenced.

Additionally, Big Tech’s political manipulation was evident in the Obama 2008 campaign, which was granted access to advanced social graphs for voter targeting. This unprecedented level of data access enabled highly targeted and effective political campaigning, showcasing the power of Big Tech in influencing political processes.

Educational Extremism

K-12 and higher education systems are now almost entirely devoid of non-left voices. Public schools across the country, even in conservative areas, push Critical Theory and instill racial shame and sexualization in young children from as early as kindergarten. Radical teachers flaunt their extreme views on social media, often with institutional support, while school systems enable forced indoctrination with minimal community pushback.

This pervasive influence means that many students grow up without exposure to diverse perspectives, leading to a generation shaped by ideological extremism. The lack of conservative voices in education perpetuates a cycle of indoctrination, ensuring that these radical views remain dominant across generations.

The Revival: Taking Back America

To counter the Democrats' decades-long mastery of cultural and political processes, conservatives must develop a focused, process-oriented approach. This strategy, detailed in the ongoing VICI Report, emphasizes the integration of technology and disciplined process engagement. Matching and surpassing the Democrats' systematic advantages requires a comprehensive understanding of these processes and the creation of tools and platforms to execute them efficiently.

Developing and using technology is crucial to regaining control and leveling the playing field. The strategy should involve automating and systematizing processes into apps and platforms, similar and eventually superior to those utilized by the Democrats. Establishing a network of companies, projects, and platforms—akin to the Democrat ecosystem—will be vital. This approach is inspired by the concept of a "Tech Manhattan Project" for Republicans, focusing on talent, skill, and addressing gaps where existing platforms exclude conservative voices.

Adopting modern data practices is essential. Implementing voter information sharing and developing intelligent, directed activism and commerce platforms, similar to Uber but for conservative activism, can provide significant advantages. Building a comprehensive ecosystem covering all levels of political organizing, from local to national, and facilitating coordinated action through shared data across tools, will enable a cohesive and effective strategy for reasonable cost.

Beyond technology, acquiring discipline at the grassroots level is crucial. This involves encouraging individuals to volunteer, attend training sessions, and join precinct committees. Focusing on local actions—such as neighborhood involvement, school boards, county clerks, and state houses—will create a strong foundation for broader political victories.

Constructive action must be prioritized over rage and despair, which can lead to severely negative outcomes, as seen with the January 6 protests and aftermath. Emphasizing disciplined, constructive actions will achieve tangible results and avoid the pitfalls of acting out of frustration.

Conclusion

President Trump's recent conviction is not an isolated event; it is the culmination of a decades-long strategy executed by the Democrats. This strategy, rooted in historical tactics and refined over the years, has allowed them to infiltrate and dominate key institutions across society.

The infiltration began with the Frankfurt School’s Critical Theory, spreading unchecked through academia and into every corner of American life. This ideological extremism now controls law, media, medicine, technology, and education. The consequences are evident in biased prosecutions, media fanaticism, medical manipulation, tech tyranny, and educational indoctrination.

To counter this, conservatives must adopt a process-oriented approach. The strategy outlined in the VICI Report and its accompanying Project VICI emphasizes the integration of technology and disciplined local engagement. By developing sophisticated technological tools and creating a comprehensive ecosystem, conservatives can match and surpass the Democrats' systematic advantages.

Building this technological ecosystem involves automating processes, implementing modern data practices, and fostering coordinated action across all levels of political organizing. Additionally, acquiring discipline at the grassroots level is essential. Encouraging local engagement, volunteering, and constructive actions will create a strong foundation for broader influence.

The urgency of this moment cannot be overstated. To protect against the tyranny of the Democrat machine, conservatives must be strategic, disciplined, and technologically advanced. Only by matching and surpassing the Democrats' systematic approach can true integrity and fairness be restored in American institutions.

The time to act is now. By embracing a determined, process-driven strategy, conservatives can reclaim control and ensure a future where justice and freedom prevail.