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🇬🇭 Dr. Gideon Boako has raised concerns about the Mahama administration's plan to remove the betting tax and e-levy, as outlined by Finance Minister-Designate Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. He argues that while offsetting revenue losses through expenditure cuts sounds ideal, such measures may contradict IMF fiscal agreements. #ElectionBureau #CitiVerify

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Fel Nash (Invincible ®)1 year ago

So why did ur Boss promised to remove those taxes? Meaning he was lying to us? Journalists can't ask him that question that his Boss also promised to remove them.

Mammoth Nation1 year ago

Trump heard Kamala made up a story about previously working at a McDonald's, so he decided to pick up a shift himself. We're lovin' it!

Rikki 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭1 year ago

Ofui! Are we in power to please the IMF or to alleviate the suffering and promote the welfare of the people?

Mr. Alidu1 year ago

The excessive Expenditure is the reason why more revenue is needed. If a significant amount of expenditure is cut and the money is saved, our needs could be meet even with the existing revenue. Also, how did your Boss Dr. Bawumia intended to shore up for the revenue loss?

SENYO1 year ago

The same e levy and betting tax ur party and ur boss bawumia promised to remove? So u people wanted to do us 419 herh thank God ghanaians are wise now 🙏🏾😭

Akuapem South Arise⚪️🟢🔴1 year ago

Were they not the same people moving up and down with the liar @MBawumia that these taxes would be scrapped by them…We dodged a bullet oooo Eeiii

Śtätesmån🇬🇭🇨🇦🇪🇺1 year ago

Gideon Boako knew all this and yet, the Akufo/ Bawumia administration never serviced any debt but kept on borrowing. He should sleep somewhere with such a daft attitude.

Rainfall (blue tick)1 year ago

The journalist should ask him what his Boss Dr. Bawumiah meant by "I'll remove the betting tax" whilst he was also championing it. Were they lying to us?

SON OF THE SUN ☣️1 year ago

he should tell us how it can be done then

#Roosevelt1 year ago

But your candidate Bawumia proposed same and you championed its propagation.

Oblomov1 year ago

But Bawumia promised same and you're his right hand man How were you going to do it

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Andrew

32,758 views • 7 months ago

HOLEE SHIZZLES‼️ 🚨 RFK JR Sounds the Alarm on the WHO IHR Amendment's — A “Trojan Horse” is Quietly being Installed to implement Digital Health ID's and a Global Health Database • he expresses concerns about the proposed amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) and their potential to "open the door" to "that kind of system of health IDs," suggesting a pathway to broader surveillance and control mechanisms. • He says the WHO is laying the groundwork for a CENTRALIZED Medical Database for every human being • He connects the potential for digital health IDs to broader issues of surveillance and industry influence. He Mentions Mass "surveillance" and he refers to "industry influence," implying that these IDs could be part of a larger mass surveillance framework that benefits certain industries while encroaching on individual privacy and freedoms. • Kennedy's concerns are framed within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, where he believes critical information and criticisms were suppressed. He suggests that the amendments could perpetuate similar dynamics, potentially using digital health IDs as a tool for narrative management and censorship, as seen during the pandemic. - His overall stance is that such measures, including digital health IDs, could jeopardize civil liberties and national sovereignty. He argues that the U.S. should not sign over authority that could lead to lockdowns and other public health measures without thorough consideration, especially when these measures might invite a system that undermines individual rights. What’s next? - Proposal and Adoption Process: The amendments were proposed and negotiated through the World Health Organization (WHO) processes, in an agreement by the World Health Assembly in May 2024 [World Health Assembly, 2024]. However, the implementation of these amendments is not automatic and requires further steps. - Opt-Out Period: There is a specific window for member states to opt out of these amendments. The U.S. and other countries have until NEXT WEEK, to formally reject the amendments. This opt-out period is crucial because it allows countries to decide whether to be bound by the new regulations.

HOLEE SHIZZLES‼️ 🚨 RFK JR Sounds the Alarm on the WHO IHR Amendment's — A “Trojan Horse” is Quietly being Installed to implement Digital Health ID's and a Global Health Database • he expresses concerns about the proposed amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) and their potential to "open the door" to "that kind of system of health IDs," suggesting a pathway to broader surveillance and control mechanisms. • He says the WHO is laying the groundwork for a CENTRALIZED Medical Database for every human being • He connects the potential for digital health IDs to broader issues of surveillance and industry influence. He Mentions Mass "surveillance" and he refers to "industry influence," implying that these IDs could be part of a larger mass surveillance framework that benefits certain industries while encroaching on individual privacy and freedoms. • Kennedy's concerns are framed within the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, where he believes critical information and criticisms were suppressed. He suggests that the amendments could perpetuate similar dynamics, potentially using digital health IDs as a tool for narrative management and censorship, as seen during the pandemic. - His overall stance is that such measures, including digital health IDs, could jeopardize civil liberties and national sovereignty. He argues that the U.S. should not sign over authority that could lead to lockdowns and other public health measures without thorough consideration, especially when these measures might invite a system that undermines individual rights. What’s next? - Proposal and Adoption Process: The amendments were proposed and negotiated through the World Health Organization (WHO) processes, in an agreement by the World Health Assembly in May 2024 [World Health Assembly, 2024]. However, the implementation of these amendments is not automatic and requires further steps. - Opt-Out Period: There is a specific window for member states to opt out of these amendments. The U.S. and other countries have until NEXT WEEK, to formally reject the amendments. This opt-out period is crucial because it allows countries to decide whether to be bound by the new regulations.

MJTruthUltra

437,355 views • 1 year ago

**BREAKING** Extremely angry Senator REFUSES to leave Seanad unless health minister arrives to explain why a child became permanently PARALYSED as a result of suspended waiting lists.... Senator Dr Tom Clonan alleges the reason why these children have been left waiting is due to the suspension and subsequent vendetta of two senior surgeons who raised concerns about operating practices at Children's hospitals in Dublin. Despite pre agreements to make an appearance in the Seanad regarding the status of 150 Irish children on waiting lists for spinal surgery, Minister @DonnellyStephen not only failed to show, but did not even give any explanation as to why he want there. The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tanaiste Micheál Martin as well as children's minister Roderic O’Gorman TD were also not in attendance. Senator Tom Clonan (himself a father to a child with spinal defects) spoke passionately about how 150 children have been left languishing on waiting lists. All these disabled children suffer from extensive pain and one has been left permanently paralysed while awaiting time dependent surgery that would have prevented this outcome. Senator Clonan asked why children with disabilities seem to matter less than other Irish children and indeed asked why so many politicians make impassioned pleas for children in foreign conflicts but fail to also bring focus on children who are left waiting for life changing surgeries. He said he would refuse to leave the Seanad Chambers until such a time as the health minister shows.

BREAKING Extremely angry Senator REFUSES to leave Seanad unless health minister arrives to explain why a child became permanently PARALYSED as a result of suspended waiting lists.... Senator Dr Tom Clonan alleges the reason why these children have been left waiting is due to the suspension and subsequent vendetta of two senior surgeons who raised concerns about operating practices at Children's hospitals in Dublin. Despite pre agreements to make an appearance in the Seanad regarding the status of 150 Irish children on waiting lists for spinal surgery, Minister @DonnellyStephen not only failed to show, but did not even give any explanation as to why he want there. The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Tanaiste Micheál Martin as well as children's minister Roderic O’Gorman TD were also not in attendance. Senator Tom Clonan (himself a father to a child with spinal defects) spoke passionately about how 150 children have been left languishing on waiting lists. All these disabled children suffer from extensive pain and one has been left permanently paralysed while awaiting time dependent surgery that would have prevented this outcome. Senator Clonan asked why children with disabilities seem to matter less than other Irish children and indeed asked why so many politicians make impassioned pleas for children in foreign conflicts but fail to also bring focus on children who are left waiting for life changing surgeries. He said he would refuse to leave the Seanad Chambers until such a time as the health minister shows.

IrishInquiry

93,575 views • 2 years ago

Dr Umar Johnson appeared on the Breakfast Club on 8/31/15. Where he blatantly lied about having tax exemption status. While soliciting donations from rappers such as Diddy for his school. In the second clip 5 years later, he clearly states that he never had tax exemption status since he started raising donations. Which proves he’s either lying in the first or second clip. Now why is this important, far too often Umar makes excuses about why the school isn’t open yet. While never providing any proof to support his claims. We simply have to take his word for it. Well if he’s a proven liar 🤥 as you can clearly see and hear in this video. Then his word has absolutely no credibility whatsoever. He later accuses his attorney of sabotaging him by not telling him he needed tax exemption status prior to purchasing the school. Which makes no sense, because he should’ve already had it based upon what he stated on the breakfast club. Also, by not having tax exemption status when he purchased the school. That cost the donors an additional $200,000 in taxes. When Umar appeared on the Joe Budden podcast, he was very critical of black society. So I think it’s only fair that we criticize him as well. Repost What Happened To Common Sense

Dr Umar Johnson appeared on the Breakfast Club on 8/31/15. Where he blatantly lied about having tax exemption status. While soliciting donations from rappers such as Diddy for his school. In the second clip 5 years later, he clearly states that he never had tax exemption status since he started raising donations. Which proves he’s either lying in the first or second clip. Now why is this important, far too often Umar makes excuses about why the school isn’t open yet. While never providing any proof to support his claims. We simply have to take his word for it. Well if he’s a proven liar 🤥 as you can clearly see and hear in this video. Then his word has absolutely no credibility whatsoever. He later accuses his attorney of sabotaging him by not telling him he needed tax exemption status prior to purchasing the school. Which makes no sense, because he should’ve already had it based upon what he stated on the breakfast club. Also, by not having tax exemption status when he purchased the school. That cost the donors an additional $200,000 in taxes. When Umar appeared on the Joe Budden podcast, he was very critical of black society. So I think it’s only fair that we criticize him as well. Repost What Happened To Common Sense

Tony “The Closer” Robinson

47,252 views • 2 years ago

Dr. Paul Thomas Drops Bombshell: Vaccines Fuel Autism Crisis! In a compelling discussion, Dr. Paul Thomas confronts the contentious issue of autism causation, challenging the mainstream narrative with a bold assertion: the link between vaccines and autism is not only plausible but supported by substantial evidence. He argues that the distinction between correlation and causation has been muddied by reluctance to acknowledge uncomfortable truths. Dr. Thomas emphasizes that establishing causation requires multiple studies showing consistent results, a clear mechanism of action, and a reasonable explanation for the observed effects—criteria he believes are met in the case of vaccine-related autism. Dr. Thomas points to a wealth of studies, many of which he details in his book Vaxxed vs. Unvaxxed, that demonstrate how toxins like aluminum and mercury, present in vaccines, contribute to autism. Aluminum, found in most vaccines, and mercury, still present in multi-dose flu shots and in trace amounts in others, are implicated in causing immune activation. This immune response triggers brain inflammation, leading to conditions like leaky gut and leaky brain, which amplify the toxicity of environmental exposures. These mechanisms, supported by studies showing elevated inflammatory markers, result in what Dr. Thomas describes as a "brain on fire"—a state that can manifest as autism. The solution, according to Dr. Thomas, is straightforward yet radical: halt vaccinations and observe the outcomes. He predicts a dramatic decline in not only autism but also other chronic health conditions, which have skyrocketed in recent decades. While acknowledging that vaccines are not the sole culprit in a world saturated with toxins—like food dyes, pesticides, and medications such as acetaminophen, which magnifies toxicity—Dr. Thomas insists that eliminating vaccines would be a game-changer. He advocates for a holistic approach: stop vaccinating, eat organic, avoid harmful chemicals, and make simple lifestyle changes to ensure healthier children. Dr. Thomas’s message is a clarion call to reevaluate the status quo. He urges parents and pediatricians to confront the "elephant in the room" and consider the evidence that vaccines, far from being benign, may be a significant driver of the autism epidemic. By making informed choices—avoiding vaccines, embracing clean diets, and reducing toxic exposures—families can protect their children from a host of chronic conditions. His challenge to the medical establishment is clear: stop vaccinating, and the results will speak for themselves.

Dr. Paul Thomas Drops Bombshell: Vaccines Fuel Autism Crisis! In a compelling discussion, Dr. Paul Thomas confronts the contentious issue of autism causation, challenging the mainstream narrative with a bold assertion: the link between vaccines and autism is not only plausible but supported by substantial evidence. He argues that the distinction between correlation and causation has been muddied by reluctance to acknowledge uncomfortable truths. Dr. Thomas emphasizes that establishing causation requires multiple studies showing consistent results, a clear mechanism of action, and a reasonable explanation for the observed effects—criteria he believes are met in the case of vaccine-related autism. Dr. Thomas points to a wealth of studies, many of which he details in his book Vaxxed vs. Unvaxxed, that demonstrate how toxins like aluminum and mercury, present in vaccines, contribute to autism. Aluminum, found in most vaccines, and mercury, still present in multi-dose flu shots and in trace amounts in others, are implicated in causing immune activation. This immune response triggers brain inflammation, leading to conditions like leaky gut and leaky brain, which amplify the toxicity of environmental exposures. These mechanisms, supported by studies showing elevated inflammatory markers, result in what Dr. Thomas describes as a "brain on fire"—a state that can manifest as autism. The solution, according to Dr. Thomas, is straightforward yet radical: halt vaccinations and observe the outcomes. He predicts a dramatic decline in not only autism but also other chronic health conditions, which have skyrocketed in recent decades. While acknowledging that vaccines are not the sole culprit in a world saturated with toxins—like food dyes, pesticides, and medications such as acetaminophen, which magnifies toxicity—Dr. Thomas insists that eliminating vaccines would be a game-changer. He advocates for a holistic approach: stop vaccinating, eat organic, avoid harmful chemicals, and make simple lifestyle changes to ensure healthier children. Dr. Thomas’s message is a clarion call to reevaluate the status quo. He urges parents and pediatricians to confront the "elephant in the room" and consider the evidence that vaccines, far from being benign, may be a significant driver of the autism epidemic. By making informed choices—avoiding vaccines, embracing clean diets, and reducing toxic exposures—families can protect their children from a host of chronic conditions. His challenge to the medical establishment is clear: stop vaccinating, and the results will speak for themselves.

Camus

103,101 views • 1 year ago