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A lead prosecutor in Eric Adams' corruption case resigned in a stunning letter (www.motherjones.com)

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"I expect you will eventually find someone who is enough of a fool, or enough of a coward, to file your motion. But it was never going to be me."

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[–] [email protected] 20 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

The seventh prosecutor just walked out, screaming into the void with a resignation letter sharper than a subpoena. Adams’ clown car of corruption rolls on, fueled by luxury trips to Turkey and foreign cash injections—all while the DOJ scrambles to find a yes-man willing to torch their career for political theater. Trump dangles pardons like candy, and Adams laps it up, trading dignity for a get-out-of-jail-free card.

Reopening ICE offices at Rikers? A masterclass in bootlicking, perfectly timed to distract from the stench of cronyism. The system isn’t broken—it’s designed this way. Prosecutors with spines resign; those without get promoted.

We’re watching democracy’s autopsy in real time. But hey, at least the circus is entertaining.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

I just finished reading Amusing Ourselves to Death, and I completely agree with your perspective. We are witnessing a circus unfold before our eyes, characterized by an unending stream of sound bites, manufactured outrage, and the passive engagement of citizens who have become mere spectators in this entertaining drama. The situation in NYC should be remembered as a significant scandal that exposes the deep-rooted corruption at its core, yet it seems it will ultimately be reduced to a narrative about prosecutors resigning.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Cyrano, Postman’s Amusing Ourselves to Death is a sharp lens for dissecting the circus we’re trapped in, but it’s only half the picture. Yes, entertainment has gutted discourse, but the real tragedy is how we’ve been trained to crave it. The system doesn’t just distract—it pacifies.

If you want to dig deeper into how this machinery keeps spinning, try The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein. It peels back the layers of how crises—manufactured or exploited—are used to consolidate power. Pairing it with Postman might make the circus less entertaining but far more transparent.

Entertainment isn’t just king; it’s the leash. Recognizing that is step one. Step two? Refusing to play along.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

I really enjoyed The Shock Doctrine but it's been a while since I read it. I should definitely revisit it considering the events of this decade. Thanks for the recommendation—feel free to share more!

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

If The Shock Doctrine resonated with you, I’d suggest diving into Democracy in Chains by Nancy MacLean. It’s a brutal exposé of how economic elites have systematically undermined democratic institutions to entrench power. Pair it with United States of Distraction by Mickey Huff and Nolan Higdon—it’s like a manual for decoding the propaganda machine that keeps us docile.

These books complement Klein’s work by showing not just the exploitation of crises but the long game: a deliberate effort to hollow out democracy while selling us the illusion of choice. If you revisit Klein, read it alongside these for a broader view of how we got here—and maybe, how to push back.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 weeks ago

Thanks!

[–] [email protected] 7 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

So, this is probably a dumb question since I haven't been following this. Why hasn't Adam's been removed from office through other means? From what I've read, the city council can impeach with a majority vote which would then go to the state senate for a trial. Also, the governor has the right to remove elected local officials.

So, why is this guy still in office, regardless of the criminal trial moving forward?

[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 weeks ago

Class solidarity. Unlike working class people, corrupt corporate bootlickers stick together.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 weeks ago

I’m sure that letter will make it so he’s not in office any more.

Maybe send it by owl for emphasis.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

Great move. Rather than remaining in defiance of literal fascism, just resign so that the Cunt in charge can replace you with his preferred stooge, and further erode world democracy.

They even point this out in their letter. Let the world burn, but at least your hands are clean, right?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 weeks ago

You must do what you feel is right, of course.