A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira’s By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapters 5 and 6.

Everyday Samurai episode 67 explores the stark contrast between the idealized practice of martial arts and the brutal reality of war. The episode begins with a discussion of dojo traditions and their symbolic meaning of self-renewal and the acceptance of mortality, contrasting this with helmet cam footage of a deadly knife fight between Ukrainian and Russian soldiers. This footage underscores the unpredictable and brutal nature of combat, highlighting the disconnect between training and actual conflict. The discussion then pivots to a critical examination of the modern nation-state's use of war, arguing that it often serves nefarious purposes, benefiting a select few at the expense of the many. The speakers delve into the constitutional implications of war, emphasizing the importance of Congress's power to declare war and the dangers of the military-industrial complex. The latter half of the podcast focuses on Dr. Edwin Vieira's work, "By Tyranny out of Necessity, the Bastardy of Martial Law," examining the illegitimacy of martial law under the Declaration of Independence and the historical context of the American Revolution. Martial law is antithetical to a free society, violating fundamental principles of liberty and self-governance, and that the well-regulated militia, as envisioned by the Founding Fathers, is crucial for maintaining domestic order and preventing the tyranny of a standing army. The episode concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to stay informed, vigilant, and committed to the principles of liberty.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Dojo Philosophy & Combat

00:03:42 - War Footage & Humanity

07:04 - War, Liberty, & Martial Law

11:01:50 - Martial Law & Declaration

14:41 - Dangers of a Standing Army

17:49 - Martial Law: Contradiction

21:46 - Colonial Grievances & Oppression

28:43 - Martial Law: Unjust & Unconstitutional

40:05 - State Constitutions & Military

44:01 - Civil vs. Military Power

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A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira’s By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 4, Section 3.

The discussion revolves around the themes of liberty and security, drawing on historical and contemporary contexts. The episode begins with a Samurai maxim, "After the victory, tighten your helmet strap," attributed to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a Sengoku Jidai warlord who rose from peasant roots to become a de facto leader before Tokugawa Ieyasu's victory at Sekigahara. Hideyoshi's philosophy of preparing for future challenges even after victories is emphasized, highlighting the nature of change and impermanence.

The episode then transitions to contemporary political changes, noting favorable shifts towards liberty in December 2024 but also recognizing opposing forces, such as attacks on private property and ongoing global conflicts. The speakers stress the importance of warriors expecting the unexpected and practicing mindfulness, sensory clarity, and equanimity.

A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing Dr. Edwin Vieira's book, "By Tyranny Out of Necessity, the Bastardy of Martial Law," which explores the concept of martial law and its implications. The speakers outline the plans and policies for martial law, emphasizing the constitutional remedies available and the role of the Second Amendment in supporting a well-regulated militia. They argue that decentralized, localized execution of law prevents tyranny and highlight tools of liberty like jury nullification, secession, and revolution.

The episode delves into the theory of martial governance, where military deployment imposes law and order, potentially leading to the suppression of legitimate governments by rogue officials. The speakers discuss the authority of the occupant in occupied territories, the potential for martial governance to override constitutional protections, and the imposition of censorship, control of communication, and restriction of movement.

The speakers also address the potential for a national paramilitary police state, justified by emergencies and war powers, and call for refutation of legal arguments for martial law and governance. They emphasize the importance of martial arts training, armed self-defense, and the need for the public to be organized, armed, and disciplined to maintain constitutional order.

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00:00 Mindfulness skills to combat technocracy and tyranny.

00:36 - Samurai Maxim and Political Changes

03:21 - Martial Law and Government Authority

05:39 Military occupation replaces legitimate government's authority.

06:43 - Military Occupation and Governance Rules

07:25 War could lead to military governance overriding laws.

11:01 - Control Over Occupied Territories

11:25 Occupier may suspend or corrupt local courts.

14:47 - Martial Law Regulations

15:49 General rule: aid enemy, tried by military.

18:42 - Authority and Requisition Rights

20:36 Loss of communication, freedom, and forced labor.

22:25 - Occupation Law and Governance

22:42 Occupiers exploit immunities, fostering lawless institutional culture.

26:19 - Legal Rationalizations of Martial Governance

29:49 - Analysis of Police State Apparatus

29:31 Constitution opposes martial governance; skepticism warranted.

33:22 - Role of Martial Governance

34:52 Martial arts: truth, discernment, governance, freedom.

35:45 Discernment, books, training: securing a free state.

A reading and commentary on Dr. Edwin Vieira, Jr’s By Tyranny Out of Necessity: The Bastardy of Martial Law, Chapter 4, Part 2.

Embrace the paradox and see through false appearances. Learn to discern deception and false hope while remaining hopeful of a better life and way of being. The Way is in training, and the path of personal discipline leads to enduring wealth, as well as commonwealth by first securing the blessings of liberty in a free state for yourself and posterity.

The arrogance of rogue public officials see We The People as tax cattle to be fleeced. Unconstitutional bureaucracies have plans for imposing martial governance in territory they already occupy.

What can We The People do in such a scenario?

What do the foundational charter documents say about constitutional order under a supreme law that is, contrary to democracy, specifically limited to things of a public nature?

How can We The People assert local self-governance amid rampant abuse by these arrogant occupiers?

The solution comes down to individual daily disciplines.

First, discipline your mind:

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