Is Google Bard Lying To Me? Researching Lawfare and Trump's Ballot Measures
In the midst of doing research on the secret hands behind getting Trump off the ballot in Colorado, there are information mismatches between AI and the internet.
I had just finished posting a video on my Youtube on Trumps recent deplatforming from the Colorado primary ballot.
I had made the following points:
The recent decision by the Colorado Supreme Court to remove Donald Trump from the 2024 ballot has sparked widespread discussion and debate. I want to dive into the reasons behind this decision, the key players involved, and the potential ramifications for the political landscape.
Background
The Colorado Supreme Court's ruling marks the fourth such lawsuit attempting to exclude Trump from the ballot. Central to these efforts is an organization called "Free Speech for Free People," a 501(c)(3) group actively involved in similar lawsuits in Minnesota, Michigan, and New Hampshire. Intriguingly, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a former Trump administration member and now an independent, is a significant figure in this movement.
Here is where things got tricky: RFK Jr. is not mentioned on the Free Speech For People Website. At all. Anywhere.
So I doubled checked with Bard:
Baffled, I then spent some time interrogating Bard, asking it multiple questions: asking it for sources, and seeing if I could get different responses. In the end, here is what I got:
The reason this is so important to me is: If RFK Jr. is a part of the plot to get Trump off the ballot, that has a myriad of implications, some of which I will go over in another article.
So is Bard data scraping information that has since been removed, or it it lying to me? And if Bard is telling the truth, why was RFK Jr. removed from the website of Free Speech For People?
The rest of my article went as follows:
The Strategy and Its Implications
This movement against Trump is not just about legal battles; it represents a broader strategy employed by certain factions within the Republican Party and possibly by Democrats.
The initiative aims to continuously challenge Trump's eligibility through a series of lawsuits, akin to the long-term strategy used against Roe v. Wade. This "harassment architecture" is designed to create sustained pressure, regardless of the individual lawsuits' outcomes.
The Role of RFK Jr. and the Democrats
RFK Jr.'s involvement raises questions about his true political alignments and intentions. His position as an independent, combined with his actions against Trump, could be perceived as a strategic ploy to draw votes away from Trump's base.
This move might signal a covert alignment with Democratic strategies, aiming to drain Trump's resources and diminish his electoral chances. Therefore it should raise some concerns as to what RFK Jr.s true goals are, and this may make more sense as to why he became an independent presidential candidate.
The Republican Response
Interestingly, it's not just Democrats who are part of this effort; Republicans in Colorado and New Hampshire are also pushing to remove Trump from the ballot. This internal party conflict highlights a significant divide within the Republican ranks.
These possible counter-strategies that Trump and his supporters might employ, including legal and administrative tactics to circumvent these challenges:
Legal Counter-Strategies
Appealing the Decision: The most direct response is to appeal the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling. This could involve arguing on constitutional grounds, such as claiming a violation of the First Amendment rights of free speech or challenging the decision based on election laws.
Federal Court Intervention: Trump’s legal team could seek intervention from federal courts, including potentially the U.S. Supreme Court. This approach would argue that state-level decisions to remove a presidential candidate from the ballot could have national implications, warranting federal jurisdiction.
Challenging State Laws: If the decision is based on specific state laws or regulations, Trump's legal team could challenge the validity or constitutionality of those laws. This could involve arguing that the laws are being applied in a discriminatory manner or that they contradict federal election laws.
Administrative Tactics
Alternative Nomination Processes: In states where Trump is removed from the primary ballot, his campaign could encourage the Republican Party to use alternative nomination processes like caucuses or conventions. These methods often involve more direct input from party members and could circumvent the primary ballot process.
Write-In Campaign: Trump could run a write-in campaign in states where he's not on the ballot. This strategy would require a significant grassroots effort to educate voters on how to correctly write in his name during the voting process.
Lobbying Party Officials: Trump’s team could lobby state Republican Party officials to support him, regardless of the ballot situation. This could involve persuading party leaders to publicly endorse him or to use their influence to challenge the court decision.
Building Public Pressure: By mobilizing his supporter base through rallies, social media campaigns, and other forms of public engagement, Trump could create a groundswell of public opinion against the court decision. This public pressure could potentially influence legal proceedings or political decisions.
Broader Political Strategies
Coalition Building: Trump might seek to build coalitions with other influential Republicans and conservative groups who see the Colorado decision as a threat to the broader conservative movement. This could lead to a united front against similar efforts in other states.
Narrative Control: Trump’s team could use this situation to control the narrative, portraying the decision as an example of political persecution. This could galvanize his base, potentially attracting more support and sympathy from voters who see him as unfairly targeted.
Funding Legal Battles: Trump could leverage his considerable fundraising ability to finance not only his legal battles but also those of other candidates facing similar challenges. This would help in creating a broader campaign against such legal efforts.
The Larger Political Context
The situation goes beyond Trump; it's indicative of a broader political strategy and the state of American democracy. The continuous legal battles and the potential for creating a "death spiral" of escalating extremism in political tactics are concerning but to be expected in our current political climate.