On November 1, 2023 at 3:59 pm, Michael Woodard wrote:
Mark, I'm a bit concerned that taking on the government in two countries has had a deleterious effect on your health. After watching 3 hours or so of your deposition/interrogatories with a number of lawyers I can say you do keep your cool and therefore your blood pressure under control, so keep that up. I did enjoy the couple of times you cut loose on Mr. Williams.
1. Since we supposedly have a right in America for a speedy trial of our peers, do you have no recourse to have the Mann inquisition terminated?
2. No hope of a change of venue at this late date? After all, the DC district has pretty obviously made a complete cock up of this trial.
3. Will you ever collect on your win against the CRTV clowns?
All this reminds me so much of the California criminal trial described so well in "The Onion Field". I believe it drove a couple of prosecutors to run screaming from their profession.
Good luck in all matters before you and please take care of your health. It matters quite a bit to my own mental health.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:01 pm, Alan Miller wrote:
Dear Mark,
There's a lot I need to say, but space does not allow me more than hints.
• If you were a military general, under what conditions would you call for a tactical retreat, giving up ground, and when would you do this? As you know, if the retreat is called too early, it turns into a rout, then into defeat. But if you retreat in time, it's possible to regroup and win in other areas (or at least survive).
I have been where you are. I've been in the front line, with others cheering me on from the side lines. I've also reached the same conclusion as you, that I may as well conduct legal defence myself, since professional counsel are at best poor, even though they cost a fortune.
I really appreciate you fighting for free speech in my country (UK). I don't want to weaken your morale or efforts, but to be honest, I'm already making my escape plans. The situation here is already beyond hope. So even if you win, at great personal cost, I'm sorry, but it will not affect the final outcome.
I understand you when you say something like "If you aren't prepared to give up everything, then give up nothing". You critique conservatives who say "This isn't the hill to die on". I'm sorry, but you could die on this (additional) hill.
The US Marines say "No man left behind", then lose 30 men rescuing one injured, who subsequently dies. This is absolutist thinking.
Democrats say "It's not who we are". Well, you're not the type of man to walk away from a fight - that's not who you are. But absolutist thinking must be weighed against relative thinking.
So, I return to my original question:
• Under what conditions would you call for a tactical retreat, and when would you retreat?
I'm sending you this message with love, as a fellow human being. I just want you to live longer, walk in the woods, see your children, listen to music, and so on.
Sincerely,
Alan
On November 1, 2023 at 4:06 pm, EppingBlogger wrote:
What surprised me during the depositions was the inefficiency of it all. Asking Mark about his education and career at a deposition, rather than asking for it all in writing ahead of time, and many other examples is such a waste of time. There must have been at least three high paid lawyers in attendance plus Mark and various court officials and technicians and you are soon talikng real money.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:06 pm, Michelle Dulak wrote:
So the "unexpected illness" was of the judge? And there was no way of notifying you before you got on the flight to DC? Man, I can smell the rat from here, and I'm on the other coast.
This "trial" stinks so many ways that I honestly don't see how you persevere. But you do, and I salute you for it! Keep on, stay safe, and I will be checking out your "stick."
On November 1, 2023 at 4:06 pm, Dale Owens wrote:
What is more unsettling? Kafka's "The Trial" or Mark Steyn's judicial woes? Just wondering......
Dale
On November 1, 2023 at 4:09 pm, John Cameron wrote:
The trees that have to be feld because judge irving wants it all in paper!
On November 1, 2023 at 4:12 pm, Christopher Gelber wrote:
Mark,
I am about your age and have been through a few things in my time. When the world decides to sit on your head, it can be pretty wearying. What you have been going through for a long time now in the case of Mann, and more recently with Ofcom and heart attacks, is tough stuff. If this is not too personal a query, when it gets you down, where do you go, so to speak, to rest and revive?
All best
Chris Gelber
On November 1, 2023 at 4:15 pm, Douglas wrote:
Mark,
How can Israel destroy Hamas without triggering a wider war? I believe that this is the essential question we must ask. Hamas cannot continue to exist, yet a major war would destroy Israel. America's military would be little help (see its zero win, three loss, and one draw record since 1945), and the muslim states are much more advanced today than they were in 1973. Turkey and Iran are my main concerns.
My prayers to your health -- the West needs your voice,
Douglas
On November 1, 2023 at 4:16 pm, JON FACCI wrote:
I won't use the overcharged N-word, but American antisemitism has reached 1930's German proportions. I'm sure you must understand the U.K. origins of Zionism better than I. I support the State of Israel and I support Netanyahu to do what he must. Since Zionism is a done deal and was settled before my birth I don't have a strong perspective on the entire issue. Was there originally an antisemitic plot to deny Jews freedom to live where they want and then to concentrate the population to do what Hamas and the Bolshevic Left is doing now?
P.S. I found your deposition videos fascinating. If you can expound on your explanation of U.K. education as you touched on in the deposition I would be quite grateful. Thank you for what you bring to our culture.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:16 pm, Chris Hall wrote:
Hi Mark,
Here's hoping you can convalesce more comfortably at home and that you'll be more able to take on the DC court more easily if and when they ever get things together.
My question deals with the question of what happens in Gaza after Israel exterminates Hamas. Right now, it looks like the battle will be just as grim and destructive as the battle of Okinawa in WWII. Although Gaza was part of the British Mandate, it was conquered by Egypt in 1948. However, just as with Jordan and the West Bank, Egypt does not appear to be sanguine about taking responsibility for the Arabs in Gaza. After this current battle there will be about a million or so Muslim Arabs in the vicinity of Gaza with nowhere to go, and Gaza will likely be nearly uninhabitable. Israel will have to take control of the land, and this might even involve official annexation, but what to do with the people? Any thoughts on what might have to be a multi-generational solution?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:17 pm, Charlie Citrine wrote:
Mark, I see the UK Electoral Commission has rejected the registration application of the "Party of Islam".
It described itself as "a party who has been created to help all of the minority in the land of Great Britain have a voice", adding: "We will make sure that all problems which lingure [sic] in the great country of Great Britain is defeated." I wonder if the application was rejected on the grounds of illiteracy. That would surely be a tragedy, for who could not applaud such noble aspirations? I have no idea how they intend to achieve these goals, but you could not fault them for any lack of ambition. Surely this new party would be a colourful addition to the diversity of our political landscape. What could go wrong?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:18 pm, Tomas Vrtny wrote:
Hi Mark,
one would think that strategic partnership between China and Russia is something West should do the utmost to counter. Yet almost everything the West does, seems to make them grow even closer. If the showdown between us and China is to occur, is it not in our interest to have Tzar on our side or at least make him stay neutral?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:22 pm, Alison Castellina wrote:
My question to Mark: "We've heard this week, with dismay and grief, but not surprise, at the Covid Inquiry in London about 'a toxic', chaotic and dysfunctional culture of secrecy inside Downing Street, with key people seen as narcissistic, 'headless chickens' or supermarket 'trolleys' veering between two extremes, lacking in humanity. Ministers were regarded by their own colleagues as liars (in 'gutter' language). We heard evidence presented about 'the big shut-up' of (senior and junior) women, a symptom of the 'macho' takeover of all levers of power. Has your team gleaned anything yet which suggests who or what was the driving force behind the Ofcom Directive to the media in March 2020 which rolled out censorship and from which we have not yet escaped?"
On November 1, 2023 at 4:22 pm, Toby Pilling wrote:
Boris had his moment to emulate Churchill during COVID, when he could have mustered the phlegmatic British character against the ravages of the virus. Instead, he marshalled our steadfast nature against the pressures of lockdowns, school closures and mask-wearing. Why did he flop so badly?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:25 pm, Chris Davies wrote:
Mark,
What a lovely surprise.
I am so sorry for your unnecessary travails the last few days, augmented by having to go to that hell hole. I hope the consolation of being home provides at least a level of compensatory succour.
In these dark times, my mind has wondered towards ideology and specifically the "c" word that seemingly shall no longer speak its name in polite society: conservatism.
This week's Alliance for Responsible Citizenship Forum ("ARC") has been awash with right leaning folks yet is the latest example of an organisation that eschews the "c" word.
In these ever more dystopian times, I believe "our team" must offer a united, credible, logical alternative to the globalist Marxism subsuming the developed world and facilitating the entry of the Barbarians through the front door.
Am I howling at the moon unnecessarily or am I on to something?
As always, I welcome your thoughts.
Keep well Mark. All the best.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:31 pm, Wanda Sherratt wrote:
Hi Mark, Professor Scott Galloway recently appeared with Bill Maher to plead for "grace and forgiveness" for people like himself who promoted savage Covid lockdown policies. Why are these Covid inquisitors doing this? They've gotten away with it; gotten away with murder in many, many cases. The US justice system is so corrupt, we all know they'll never face any penalty for the Covid atrocities. So why are they pestering us for "forgiveness" or "amnesty"? What is going on psychologically here? Are they trying to make us after-the-fact accomplices?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:32 pm, Christine Page wrote:
Ok, now for something completely different: The CBC's findings after its investigation into Buffy Sainte-Marie's origins. A large stone has been tossed into the still, sacred pond of Baby Boomer iconography -- especially in Canada, of course -- and I'd be interested in any thoughts on the ripples it has been generating. (It's not as though the fate of nations or of lawsuits hangs on this topic, but perhaps it could be a welcome diversion for a moment.) Cheers and God bless you, Mark.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:35 pm, The Notorious Mr. J wrote:
A return spotlight on the presently forgotten war in the Ukraine. Isn't that conflict of great importance to the broader interests of the West, and shouldn't it be still in our sights? Peter Zeihan's latest commentary on YouTube points out some important points that one can take either as conspiracy theory or portents of potential doom. First, there are the allegations of deliberate human rights violations by the Russian side, which surely should be subject to high profile investigation by the likes of the Red Cross or Amnesty International. Second, there is Zeihan's contention that Putin's Ukrainian folly is just the first stage of a greater planned rampage across Eastern Europe to restore old Czarist/USSR territories. This could easily mean eventual nuclear head butting between NATO and the Russian Federation. Ah, how naïve were the expectations after 1991! "The end of History", my butt.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:37 pm, Joe Patterson wrote:
The video of the crowd chanting allahu akbar outside of Westminster Abbey brought back some thoughts I had watching the coronation of King Charles. At various times someone would bring up the line of succession. And I had to think that with the ever growing population of muslims how many more coronations might there be in England's future. There may come a time that instead the coronation of a king there will be the installation of a Sultan or Imam. Quotes from the koran instead of the Bible. And instead of of God save the King the attendees will prostrate themselves crying allahu akbar. Praying for your health.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:38 pm, Greg Warren wrote:
Hi Mark,
Firstly, you must take care of yourself.
After watching 100,000 wall-eyed mohammedan holocaust fan bois parading around Westminster Abbey like a troop of roided-up howler monkeys, do you think that the corrupt, cowardly effetes who rule over us will ever react to these direct challenges to the state, or do you think that they are so stupid (genuinely) that they believe that they will be immune to the rising tide of barbarity?
Please keep well.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:41 pm, Andy wrote:
I tuned in 20 minutes late but you're sounding strong. I could easily imagine I'm listening to the Rush undocumented guest host five or more years ago. Throughout history, the baddies always seem to overreach in the end, enabling the good guys often to win when they wouldn't have otherwise. I keep thinking lately that the Islamists shot their wad too soon with what they've done to Israel and the Nazis coming out of the woodwork throughout the Western world. Could this be the stimulus required to turn it all around?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:41 pm, Alysia L wrote:
Mark: We were horrified to read of the strict Israeli gun laws that resulted in some defenders having to wait for an armory to be unlocked before they could effectively mount a defense against the Hamas terrorists. I know the IDF was supposed to provide security but I can't imagine living so close to an enemy nation without being able to mount a robust defense myself. I also see that many of the kibbutz-dwelling families are multigenerational. Is it a matter of family tradition or ties or is it hard for young Israelis to find affordable housing? So many young lives lost.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:41 pm, Charlene Pinkava wrote:
Hello Mark!
One of the disturbing aspects of the current Israeli war is the way support for Israel needs to be couched in terms of "First the Jews and then you will be next!" Which seems very unsuccessful, either because most people don't think they will be next, or because so many of the usual supporters have gone so completely isolationist they don't even want to think about it. Why have we lost our compassion so completely that we can't support the Jews just for the sake of the Jews? Yes, it starts with them and then expands, but starting with them should be enough?
On November 1, 2023 at 4:42 pm, Paul Enterline wrote:
Mark, does the Liberty Stick come with a user warning that it not be used as a blunt instrument? We wouldn't want a product liability lawsuit.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:44 pm, Keith Farrell wrote:
I can think of an immediate use for Liberty Stick. I'm sure Mann has never heard of Dad's Army's Corporal Jones but nevertheless wouldn't like it up 'im!
On November 1, 2023 at 4:45 pm, Lynn Foster wrote:
Mark you will NEVER get a chance to cross examine Dr. Fraudypants, you would annihilate him and he and his lawyers know that...NEVER GOING TO HAPPEN...But man oh man I also would pay big to see that...got my hockey stick ordered and cant wait to wave it vigoursly at these proceedings....this court is such a disgrace and this whole process is shameful....PLEASE look after your health and know how important you are to us and to the cause of free speech...love from snowy Muskoka.
On November 1, 2023 at 4:46 pm, Suzanne Reny wrote:
Oh the irony! The judge adjudicating a trial about the question of global warming wants every single one of the tens of thousands of pages printed up for him? What does Mr. Mann think of this? We could all be laughing about this if it wasn't so pathetic. "Stinker of a judge", is an apt description of this guy. Take care of yourself Mark!
On November 1, 2023 at 4:47 pm, John Saunders (UK) wrote:
Talking about funky corrupt judges Mark, I can't help thinking about the inept judge in Gilbert and Sullivan's
musical farce 'Trial by Jury'. Gilbert got things right about the modern judiciary over a hundred years ago.
Best Wishes John S
On November 1, 2023 at 4:50 pm, David Kelley-Wood wrote:
Mark, with all the (expletive deleted) that you've been going through, it would be more than understandable if you didn't always look on the bright side of life. If you haven't already seen or heard it, perhaps Paul Weston's recent comment may pick you up a bit:
"Mark Steyn, incidentally, is one of the wisest men on this planet. He's also one of the kindest and one of the bravest. And taken altogether, Steyn is the wisest, kindest and bravest man on the planet. Yet, he's an enemy of the British government," which he suggested revealed plenty about them. And, it wouldn't be hard to think of a few others who could be painted with the same brush.
Finally, I'm sure you'll have no problem improving upon my feeble start to your future song of the week "Try Me to the Moon."
Try me to the moon
And endlessly prolong this farce
Better that you take a hike
Or simply kiss my arse
Cheers!
On November 1, 2023 at 5:01 pm, hugo miller wrote:
Supermarket trolleys/carts; - For the benefit of non-British listeners - unlike American carts, which have normal front-wheel steering, British trolleys adopted four-wheel steering about fifty years ago. Predictably, this made them impossible to steer. They would wander at random all over the place - just like Boris Johnson.
On November 1, 2023 at 6:14 pm, Dam Buster wrote:
Could you please update us on Rush Limbaugh?
His death hit me like the death of a close friend or family member.
I thought I would return to listening to the great Dennis Prager, but I just couldn't.
It was obvious that Rush and his lovely widow Kathryn wanted you to carry on.
How is this lady? Are you still in touch?
On November 1, 2023 at 6:14 pm, Richard Langworth, Hillsdale College Churchill Project, Moultonborough NH wrote:
Mark, Andrew Roberts in the Telegraph (30 Oct) makes a rare point which might be of interest. (I put "Palestinians" in quotes because it's a misnomer—the Jordanians and Israelis were also part of the Palestine Mandate)... Any reflections? K.B.O. -RL
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"In the late 1940s, some ethnic groups had to move far longer distances than the 'Palestinians,' and in much the same or more traumatic circumstances. The transfer of power in India saw 16 million Sikhs, Muslims and Hindus move from their homes....The Crimean Tatars (who lost 46% of their number), the Soviet Chechens, the Ingush and Balkars, the Volga Germans and Meskheta Turks were all "relocated" in their millions by Stalin....The Japanese and Korean Kuril and Sakhalin Islanders were forcibly moved from their homes in the postwar period, too; even the Italians of Istria. More recent have been the Greeks of Turkey in 1956, the Greeks of Cyprus in 1974 and the Vietnamese boat people in 1975....In the late 1940s, some 800,000 Jews from Arabia, whose families had lived there for centuries, were expelled. In 1945 more than three million ethnic Germans were forced to move 300 miles westwards out of Silesia, the Sudetenland and other historically German areas east of the Oder and Neisse rivers. As with other refugees, they took only what could be carried or rolled on carts. Yet where are their violent demands for the return of their ancestral lands presently lived in by Poles and Czechs? None of these peoples, nor the Chinese Nationalists who were forced off the mainland into Taiwan in 1949, are today actively demanding the right to murder the people who have now lived in their former lands for over seven decades. They have instead built new lives for themselves, looking forward rather than back."
