Parallel Economy Culture is Downstream from Commerce: The Importance of Conscious Consumerism Andrew Torba, June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 Share this:Our purchasing decisions have massive implications beyond simply satisfying our immediate needs or desires. When we buy a product or support a business we inadvertently contribute to the values and principles these businesses uphold. This in turn influences the culture which then influences political action in our society. Continue Reading
Parallel Economy A Modern Pilgrimage: Online Communities as Virtual Nation States Andrew Torba, June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 Share this:The existing infrastructure and cultural norms in the West are increasingly hostile or incompatible with Christian values. In response to this reality many of us are turning towards the idea of building our own parallel infrastructure and communities, not unlike the pilgrims who were seeking new land and religious freedom… Continue Reading
Bold Christian Writing Embracing Truth and Defying Fear Andrew Torba, June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 Share this:Christians are often confronted with challenges that test their faith and convictions. In the face of today’s moral ambiguity and cultural relativism it is essential for believers to stand firm in their understanding of the Truth and take bold action. Christians need to shed their fears, refuse to tolerate evil,… Continue Reading
Parallel Economy Voting with Your Purchasing Power: A Potent Weapon in the Culture War Andrew Torba, May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 Share this:In today’s clown world people are seeking effective means to express their beliefs and fight for causes they hold dear. While protests, social media activism, and political engagement are common approaches, a lesser-known yet powerful weapon in the culture war lies in our purchasing power. The ability to shape corporate… Continue Reading
Free Speech Elon Musk’s Compliance with Turkish Censorship Demands: A Dangerous Precedent for Free Speech Andrew Torba, May 14, 2023May 14, 2023 Share this:Recent events involving Twitter and Elon Musk complying with the Turkish government’s request to censor political content during their elections have raised concerns about the potential consequences for free speech. Late Friday evening Twitter released a statement noting “In response to legal process and to ensure Twitter remains available to… Continue Reading
Free Speech Ron DeSantis Flies To Israel To Destroy Free Speech In Florida Andrew Torba, April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 Share this:This week Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida made a trip to Israel to sign HB 269, a bill that makes it a felony with up to five years in jail for passing out “offensive” flyers or pamphlets. This move has been widely criticized by free speech advocates and legal experts… Continue Reading
Bold Christian Writing It’s Time To Burn The Ships Of Traditional Media Andrew Torba, April 24, 2023 Share this:In 1519, the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés arrived in the New World with a mission to conquer the Aztec Empire. He arrived with a small army of 600 men, but he faced a significant challenge. His men were afraid and they were not sure that they could succeed in their… Continue Reading
Bold Christian Writing The Gospel Message of Transformation vs The Godless Message of Tolerance and Transitioning Andrew Torba, April 7, 2023April 7, 2023 Share this:Last week a member of the trans community unleashed a wave of devastation upon Christians in Nashville that ended the lives of six of our brothers and sisters in Christ including three young children. I noted in my last post on this subject how we must learn to hate evil… Continue Reading
Bold Christian Writing Christians Must Learn To Hate Evil Again Andrew Torba, April 1, 2023April 1, 2023 Share this:As Christians we are called to stand firm in our faith even in the midst of turmoil and chaos of the world around us. Recent news of the horrific massacre of six Christians including three young children in Nashville, the news of President Trump’s sham indictment, and the conviction of… Continue Reading
AI Why The Worldview of The People Building AI Matters Andrew Torba, March 3, 2023March 3, 2023 Share this:As I wrote in my last post, I believe it is absolutely essential that people understand who is building AI and what their worldviews and values are because they will inevitably and unavoidably be reflected in the AI’s programming. Worldview matters because worldview is going to shape the development of… Continue Reading
AI Let The AI Arms Race Begin Andrew Torba, February 23, 2023February 24, 2023 Share this:Three days ago we launched our first of many upcoming generative AI tools on Gab called Gabby. The tool is going massively viral right now with hundreds of thousands of images being generated daily and no signs of slowing down. Think of it as an on-demand meme maker. You describe… Continue Reading
AI A Christian Perspective on AI Andrew Torba, February 3, 2023February 4, 2023 Share this:AI is about to shift the fundamental reality of our entire society, culture, and world. I feel it is my responsibility to help my brothers and sisters in Christ understand this fact, come to grips with it, and encourage them to start building before our enemies gain too much ground…. Continue Reading